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Three decades of love

Thirty years ago, a ballerina and a danseur partnered for the first time. In a performance of Les Sylphides, Lisa Macuja-Elizalde and Osias Barroso began a journey that would bind their lives on stage and off.

Their professional relationship would result in the establishment of Ballet Manila - the country's most prolific ballet company - where they share duties as co-artistic directors. Their passion for dance is responsible for the training and success of several generations of dancers. Their friendship, stronger than ever, count among relationship goals to aspire for. 

On their 30th Valentines Day as partners in dance - both on and off stage - this video celebrates Lisa and Shaz, and their shared passion for dance.