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Three of a Kind: Games of swords

Three of a Kind: Games of swords

They say that good things come in threes and the Ballet Manila Archives wholeheartedly agrees! In this series, we feature three photos or videos with the same theme that celebrate the history of ballet, the company, and its dancers.

In ballet classics set in faraway lands and fairy-tale kingdoms, swords are often the weapons of choice that will resolve any conflict that arises. Take a look at these scenes from three productions where the various characters use a common focal element, proving the might of the sword.

Ten years after seeing Ibong Adarna for the first time, Juan Angelo de Leon steps into the role of Don Juan

Ten years after seeing Ibong Adarna for the first time, Juan Angelo de Leon steps into the role of Don Juan