Emerging from a devastating fire and a catastrophic pandemic, Ballet Manila has fulfilled its promise to rise like a phoenix and return to the stage with a bang. 

While the past year was marked with triumph, the year had its fair share of difficulties. But through it all, the company – led by prima ballerina Lisa Macuja-Elizalde – faced the challenges with determination and grace under pressure.

In this video, we look back on 2022 and celebrate the dancers and their inspiring stories of healing and renewal.