AGAINST all odds and surpassing every expectation, Ballet Manila triumphantly celebrates its 30th anniversary — a testament to its resilience, unwavering passion and boundless creativity.
From its humble beginnings beset by skepticism and naysayers, Ballet Manila has risen to become a symbol of artistic excellence and a beacon of hope.Reflecting on the journey, Ballet Manila CEO and artistic director Lisa Macuja-Elizalde shares that Ballet Manila has built a legacy that speaks for itself. At its core are values instilled by its first artistic director Eric Cruz and her co-artistic director of many years, the late Osias Barroso Jr.
A particularly proud moment for the company was the international premiere of 'Ibong Adarna' at the Karmiel Festival in Israel in 2014, marking the first Filipino full-length ballet to achieve such a feat.Many of its alumni have gone on to achieve great success in their careers as well. Elizalde also highlights the thriving crop of teachers and dancers at Ballet Manila and the Lisa Macuja School of Ballet.
Manila Continues To Inspire Generations Surpass Expectations
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