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Under construction: The royal court of Lisa Macuja-Elizalde’s Sleeping Beauty

The grandeur of the royal court is the enchanting backdrop to Lisa Macuja-Elizalde’s Sleeping Beauty. The final installment of the prima ballerina’s Princess Trilogy features a court scene filled with a myriad of colors as seen in the courtly wear, fairy tutus, and floral adornments.

In this clip, members of the royal court are seen celebrating and is led by principal dancers Jasmine Pia Dames and Romeo Peralta Jr. as Princess Aurora and Prince Phillip.

The third offering of Ballet Manila’s 23rd season will have two shows: January 18 at 6p.m. and January 19 at 3p.m. The shows will be held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Resorts World Manila.