For so long, Francisco Balagtas’ epic poem “Florante at Laura” has been part of many Filipino students’ lives. Through it, they have learned the value of love, friendship, betrayal, as well as lessons on social and political issues. This October, Filipinos can journey to Albania as this...
The timeless epic “Florante at Laura” by Francisco Balagtas has inspired generations of Filipinos through poetry, film, and stage adaptations. Now, the classic leaps back into the spotlight with fresh energy as Ballet Manila brings its critically acclaimed interpretation back to the Aliw...
Every layer of the South Sea pearl and every step a dancer takes are shaped by years of discipline and devotion. It is this shared journey of passion and perseverance that brings Jewelmer and Ballet Manila together. One of the Philippines’ most esteemed classical ballet companies, Ballet Manila...
Ballet is a dance, an art, that requires a lot of discipline. Its beauty lies in the dichotomy of grace and strength, fluidity and power, elegance and endurance. Prima ballerina Lisa Macuja-Elizalde can attest to that. Through the years, she has danced both here and abroad, gaining applause and...
Ballet Philippines president Maymay Liechtenstein describes La Sylphide as “a relatable ballet about love, emotion, magic, and ethereal feelings. It’s also incredibly lyrical and easy to fall in love with.” But I wasn’t particularly moved by its music. It took me some time to realize...
Fashion trends don’t just emerge on the runways or the pages of the magazine these days. The style game now is also active online. In the past years, we have seen different fashion “cores” take the spotlight on social media. Think of the pink madness caused by Barbiecore, or the westerncore...
Balletones, art patrons, diplomats, business tycoons, pioneers of the creative industry, as well as theater enthusiasts gathered at The Theatre in Solaire last March 8, 2024. Coinciding with International Women’s Day was the gala night of Ballet Philippines’ “Limang Daan” by Artistic...
Guests flocked to the The Theatre at Solaire last Friday, Dec. 15, for Ballet Philippines’ “Christmas Fairy Tales” gala. Many of Manila’s stylish people were seen at the event, including art and dance enthusiasts, even mothers and their daughters dressed up in festive gowns. ...
A white swan queen, a damsel in distress, a poor woodcutter, and other beloved fairytale characters brought the magic to the stage in Ballet Philippines latest production. The premier dance company kicked off the holiday season with its spectacular “Christmas Fairytales” show, featuring the...
We are living in a fashion world full of cores. From the OGs like gorpcore and normcore and unusual ones like clowncore and fairycore to pop culture-inspired Barbiecore and mermaidcore, there are many “cores” to describe the way we dress today and it looks like we are about to revisit an old...
A BEAUTIFUL DANCE Granada Flamenco Ballet was founded in 2007 and is known for having the best flamenco artists in Spain Straight from the heart of Seville, Spain, Granada Flamenco Ballet is set to perform its riveting rendition of Báilame (Dance for Me) for the first time on the Philippine stage...
By JAMES SAM BEAUTY AT BAY Elegance in the form of a ballet dancer sheds light on Sealy mattresses' comfort In an aligning of stars, Sealy Posturepedic recently partnered with Ballet Philippines to showcase their shared goals of excellence, innovation, and dedication. Ballet Philippines, with its...
