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The physical language of the body is so much more powerful than words.

Oct 9

Oct 9 Three of a Kind: They’ve got mail

With the global observance of International Letter-Writing Week which includes World Post Day on October 9, we focus on the traditional mode of correspondence as exemplified in three of Ballet Manila’s productions.

Oct 7

Oct 7 In Their Own Words: Principal dancer Shaira Comeros on knowing ballet would be her life

In Their Own Words

“Other than ballet, I don’t see myself anywhere else.”

Oct 5

Oct 5 In Their Own Words: Principal dancer Romeo Peralta Jr. on the joy of working with a seasoned cast

In Their Own Words

They understand the characters that they want to portray and, for me, it comes naturally when I’m with them.

Oct 2

Oct 2 From assistant stage manager to the title role, Pearl Dames shares her amazing ‘Ibong Adarna’ journey – and other ballet adventures

Interviews

When the ballet premiered in 2017, she had a stress fracture and was unable to dance.

Sep 30

Sep 30 ‘Cinderella’ attends the ball in Taiwan once more

News

Cinderella will be presented on October 3 and 4 at the Taoyuan Arts Center.

Sep 28

Sep 28 Talk About Dance: Plato

The dance, of all the arts, is the one that most influences the soul. Dancing is divine in its nature and is the gift of God.

Sep 26

Sep 26 Ballet Manila in Full Color: Marooned

Features

Ballet Manila is mysterious in maroon.

Sep 24

Sep 24 Sidelined by an injury, principal dancer Joshua Enciso chooses to be hopeful

Interviews

In the second quarter of 2026, Joshua Enciso had been working hard on his role as Lucien for Ballet Manila’s Paquita when his journey was interrupted by an ACL injury.

Sep 23

Sep 23 Three of a Kind: Family matters

We shine the spotlight on three families that Ballet Manila has portrayed, and how unconditional love, care and support fortify their relationship amid the challenges they face.

Sep 20

Sep 20 ‘Snow White’ goes to Malaysia

News

Ballet Manila will bring “the fairest of them all” to Malaysia as it partners anew with the Kuala Lumpur-based DanceLink Performing Arts to present another fairy-tale ballet.

Sep 18

Sep 18 In Their Own Words: Company artist Marinette Franco on what it takes to be in the corps de ballet

In Their Own Words

“You have to have awareness.”

Sep 17

Sep 17 This Month in BM History: September 2006

This Month In BM History

To mark her 20th anniversary as a professional ballerina, Lisa Macuja Elizalde went back in time to choose the roles for her celebratory production with Ballet Manila.

Sep 15

Sep 15 Three of a Kind: The Filipino look

We join this celebration with a sampling of Filipino attire that Ballet Manila dancers have worn on stage.

Sep 13

Sep 13 Talk About Dance: Joanne H. Morscher

Ballet class is like Life Lessons 101. You learn some of life’s most important lessons here that you will carry with you forever.

Sep 12

Sep 12 Three of a Kind: Bamboo blitz

Here are three examples that show the bamboo’s versatility, from decorative element to functional implement.

Sep 10

Sep 10 Talk About Dance: Edwin Markham

Danced as light as a wave-caught moon...

Sep 7

Sep 7 Three of a Kind: Bottoms up!

In these examples, see how a simple toast leads the characters to differing unforgettable moments.

Sep 5

Sep 5 Ballet Manila company artist Katrene San Miguel is back on stage – and loving it!