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As the world celebrates International Dance Day, we reflect on the words of Crystal Pite who penned this year’s message.
The International Dance Day Festival opens on April 22, with the Ballet Gala slated on April 25, Saturday, at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater of Circuit Makati.
In the Philippines, in 1993, the fourth week of April was also designated by President Fidel V. Ramos as National Dance Week.
As we celebrate International Dance Day, we pay tribute to every single dancer who went on stage and performed their part to the best of their abilities in Ballet Manila’s productions over the years. In this clip are excerpts from the company’s productions of Giselle, Swan Lake and Don Quixote featuring scenes that highlight the beauty of the ballet and the alchemists – all the dancers moving in harmony – who make the magic happen.
