Ballet Philippines treated VIPs to an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience at the Technical Dress Rehearsal of Limang Daan on March 7, one day before the show’s world premiere.
Held at The Theatre at Solaire, attendees gained a rare insight into the intricate creative process behind a ballet production, witnessing the precision and dedication that characterize every aspect of the performance.
The TDR special access pass provided guests the unique opportunity to appreciate the collaborative efforts of dancers, choreographers, and technical teams, offering a sneak peek into the artistry and craftsmanship that will be showcased during the upcoming performances of Limang Daan.
As a thoughtful reminder to our dear ticket holders for our Saturday show, please plan your arrival earlier than usual due to the concurrent Ed Sheeran concert at the SMDC concert grounds. Expect increased foot and vehicle traffic on Aseana Avenue.
Solaire management is working diligently to secure parking spaces for all our patrons on that evening, but do note that access is shared with the Ed Sheeran concert-goers.
Your early arrival ensures a seamless start to an evening celebrating the strength of Filipino women throughout Philippine history.
Your grace and cooperation are greatly appreciated.
With only a few days before the gala night and world premiere of Ballet Philippines’ Limang Daan, find out what culture editors, journalists, and art purveyors are saying about it!
A beautiful full-page feature by Luis Espiritu on Daily Tribune
L-R: BP’s Regina Magbitang as Ana, Eduardson Evangelio as Amihan, Gia Gequinto as Gawani, Jemima Reyes as Maria Clara, Mikhail Martynyuk, BP Artistic Director, Moira Lang, Librettist, Ian Ocampo as Crisostomo Ibarra, Peter San Juan as Padre Damaso and Ramona Yusay as Mother Superior.
An intimate dinner was held at the private residence of BP President Kathleen Liechtenstein for the preview of Limang Daan. Special guests that evening included editors and journalists from Tatler, Lifestyle Asia, Vogue, GMA News, Daily Tribune, Inquirer, Mega, The Post and BluPrint. They were also joined by award-winning filmmaker and Limang Daan librettist, Moira Lang.
Over cocktails, the writer who lends a feminist voice to BP’s season-ender show shared: “Limang Daan is an invitation for [Filipinos] to cast a more critical eye on our history, the role that some of the vestiges of colonialism have left behind on the Philippines—religion and patriarchy—and what this means for women up to this day. It is time to ask ourselves if we are still holding onto things that are better left in the past. But that’s ultimately up to the audience to weigh, from a more critical view of our history,”
A 9-course dinner of reimagined heritage dishes set the tone for an evening dedicated to toasting the beauty, wisdom and fortitude of the Filipina. An extraordinary experience of culinary art, every dish sent out from Liechtenstein’s kitchen was homage to Philippine flavors, ingredients, textures, and creativity. Before dessert, a beautiful excerpt of LIMANG DAAN unfolded. it presented each of the lead characters and heroines from the time-bending narrative that tells the 500-year story of the. Philippines through a feminist lens.
Following the intimate dinner and private preview, special gifts from Ballet Philippines and Laura Mercier were sent out as tokens of gratitude and appreciation. These included traditional embroidered fans and a cosmetics that would perfectly fit purses on gala night.
Ballet Philippines was deeply honored to have the beautiful and vibrant children of Tabuk, Kalinga from our Ballet Brigade outreach join us in The Theatre at Solaire. The kids traveled quite a bit to enjoy the magic and enchantment of Christmas Fairytales.
In her speech during the gala night, Ballet Philippines President Kathleen Liechtestein shared: “Ballet Philippines embarked on a mission called Ballet Brigade – to reach out to our isolated and marginalized communities and tribal groups in our country. Our purpose is not to corrupt or impose the discipline of ballet on their own dance heritage, but to share the power of dance so that we can entwine and bring our communities together. We share with them the dicipline of ballet and in turn they teach us their dance culture. It is also our goal to spot talented kids for training scholarships in ballet.”
Their presence at our show made the performance even more special for everyone present that day.
Dr. Joven Cuanang, a dedicated trustee of Ballet Philippines, received the prestigious National Order of Arts and Letters from Her Excellency Marie Fontanel, the French Ambassador to the Philippines on December 5, 2023
On Dec 5, 2023, Ballet Philippines Trustee Dr. Joven Cuanang received the prestigious National Order of Arts and Letters (Chevalier) from the French Ambassador to the Philippines H.E Marie Fontanel.
He joins Yohji Yamamoto, Tina Turner, Jacques Pépin, Anggun, Uma Thurman, George Clooney, Vanessa Paradis, Kylie Minogue and Tim Burton in their rank as knights of the order.
Since 1957, France has awarded l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres to individuals who has contributed significantly to furthering the arts.
L-R: Jimmy Jimenez Bautista, Secretary of the Department of Transportation; BP President, Kathleen Liechtenstein; Awardee, Dr. Joven Cuanang, and CCP Chairman Jaime C. Laya
It was a bright and sunny morning on August 18, Friday, when the heads of various performing arts organizations gathered for a Memorandum of Agreement signing on the 8th floor of the impressively organized and well-lit GSIS (Government Service Insurance System) Building in Pasay just a stone’s throw away from the Philippine Senate.
Present at the table were Trustee, Lulette Moran-Monbiot, representing Ballet Philippines, Corazon S. Alvina, Margarita ‘Mindy’ Barredo Perez-Rubio, Fernando “Nanding” Josef, and Alexandra ‘Sandy’ Hontiveros who collectively represented prominent and multi-awarded performing arts organizations such as the Ballet Philippines, Manila Symphony Orchestra, Repertory Philippines, Tanghalang Pilipino, and Popular Music Concerts while GSIS chief, Jose Arnulfo “Wick” Veloso signed the agreement representing GSIS.
The agreement provides all these organizations the use of the newly-renovated GSIS Theater as a possible venue for their performances and shows at a special rate. The MOA has been approved by the heads of the participating companies and by Antonio O. Cojuangco, BP’s Chairman and overall head of this exciting project.
The heads of the various organizations expressed their deep gratitude to GSIS for the opportunity to have another beautiful venue in which to perform their art. After the MOA signing, an appetizing early lunch was served while videos from Ballet Philippines, MSO, among others were playing on the large video screen.
Representatives of these performing arts organizations were able to envision their future performances in this venue that boasts of not only a beautiful Theater Lounge, a Grand Piano, comfortable seats, easily-accessible powder rooms, but a spacious Rehearsal Hall and ample dressing rooms. The event ended on a warm and joyous note with guests taking home beautiful umbrellas and planners generously provided by the friendly GSIS staff.
Solaire Resort’s Jit Ng, Ballet Philippines’ President, Kathleen Liechtenstein, BP Trustee Bernadette Aboitiz, and Solaire Resort’s Shax Siasoco
On August 2nd, BP President Kathleen Liechtenstein and Trustee Bernadette Aboitiz enjoyed a warm tête-à-tête at the Oasis Garden Café in Solaire Resort.
The meeting’s objective was to convey their greetings to Mr. Jit Ng, who recently took on the role of Vice-President for Brand & Marketing at the resort. Accompanying Mr. Ng was Shax Siasoco, Solaire’s Director for Entertainment Venue Operations. Following the introductions, the subsequent focus shifted towards innovative ideas to introduce ballet to a previously untapped audience. Additionally, they explored strategies to seamlessly integrate ballet into the resort’s diverse range of entertainment offerings. The meeting wrapped up on a positive note, and the Ballet Philippines team proceeded to the Theatre, where the Technical Dress Rehearsal for Coppelia was already underway.
This captivating performance premieres today, August 4th, at 8 PM at The Theatre at Solaire.
Shax Siasoco, Director for Entertainment Venue Operations at Solaire Resort with Mr. Jit Ng, Vice-President, Brand & Marketing
We are excited to welcome you all tomorrow for the gala night opening of Ballet Philippine’s Coppelia at the Theatre in Solaire.
For a smooth and hassle-free experience on your way to the ballet, we’re sharing details on the Emergency Road Repairs of the MMDA along EDSA. This will commence at 10PM tomorrow, Friday, August 4.
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