Loving, dependable, compassionate, thoughtful, strong-willed – these are just some of the noble traits that have been associated with fathers. Ballet Manila has depicted many fathers in its productions, though not always in a positive light as the head of the family can conversely be complicated, temperamental, or overbearing. With the upcoming observance of Father’s Day on June 18, we take a look at the dads – the good, the bad and the in-between – that have made their presence felt at the ballet.