“What excites me in this production is how Sleeping Beauty finally completes our Princess Trilogy. It feels like all the stories we’ve been telling are coming together in one magical universe. In this iteration of Sleeping Beauty, Aurora will be joined by Cinderella and Snow White on stage, so it’s really fun to think about having them together in the stage. It is such a delight that we are performing with the Manila Symphony Orchestra, playing the original music of Tchaikovsky makes it even more special and I look forward to sharing this with everyone.” ~Lisa Macuja Elizalde, CEO and Artistic Director of Ballet Manila
A nation waits, a princess sleeps, and a curse persists until love prevails. Ballet Manila's PRIMA Performance Season will begin in March with Sleeping Beauty, the final piece of the Princess Trilogy Series. 8:00 p.m. on March 13. and viewers can witness Aurora's transition from enchantment to wakefulness on March 14 and 15 at 5:00 p.m. in the Aliw Theater in Pasay City. Every concert will include the Manila Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Maestro Alexander Vikulov.
Through dance, Ballet Manila's version brings the stories of fairy-tale princesses that have been passed down through the ages to life. With every step and turn, the company has imitated the elegance, innocence, and kindness of the beloved princesses. The CEO and Artistic Director of Ballet Manila, Lisa Macuja Elizalde, will lead and choreograph this season's Sleeping Beauty.
Lisa sees the end of Sleeping Beauty as a happy time and is delighted by the other princesses' special appearances. Additionally, the Princess Trilogy ends at a pivotal point. The Manila Symphony Orchestra, which is quietly celebrating its centennial, serves as a reminder of the cooperative role that music and dance have played in shaping Philippine culture.
Maan Hontiveros, head of the Manila Symphony Orchestra, believes this milestone serves as a reminder that music nurtures the soul and leaves a lasting legacy when paired with ballet.
Since 2011, Ballet Manila and the Manila Symphony Orchestra have collaborated, yet their support for one another has never diminished.
“Lisa has been a steadfast supporter of the orchestra, and her vision has helped bring this partnership to life in ways that honor both tradition and innovation. Lisa has always been in the life of Manila Symphony Orchestra. While there was a hiatus during the pandemic, it was very timely that we’re back doing a joint performance once again as we celebrate our 100th year. We’re grateful to Lisa and Fred (Elizalde) who are ever-present in our performances.” ~Maan Hontiveros, Manila Symphony Orchestra President
The Princess Trilogy climax with Sleeping Beauty not only wraps up Ballet Manila's massive story arc but also honors the collaboration between live music and ballet. Viewers are encouraged to see how ballet and orchestra collaborate to continue using timeless talent to shape the Philippine cultural stage when the curtain lowers.
Keep up-to-date with Ballet Manila’s schedule of performances and celebration events by visiting Ballet Manila’s website www.balletmanila.com.ph or Ticketworld page www.ticketworld.com.ph.
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