Ballet Philippines Dance School (BPDS) is the official dance school of Ballet Philippines. BPDS is the premier training ground for dance students who wish to pursue a career in dance. Our training program is both rigorous and nurturing. It is rooted in excellence in classical ballet and contemporary dance, developing creativity and artistry, while instilling in the young dancer a sense of generosity, grace, dignity and respect for oneself, for others, and for their craft.
Classes offered are
Pre-Ballet (preparatory years): 3 to 7 years old
Classical Ballet Foundations and Elementary Contemporary Dance: from 8 years old and up
Pre-Professional Training (intensive training): 12 to 18 years old
Adult Ballet and Contemporary Dance: from 15 years old and up
PETER & THE WOLF AND THE LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD
August 1-3, 2025
The Theatre at Solaire
For the first time in Philippine stage history, Ballet Philippines, Repertory Philippines, and the Manila Symphony Orchestra unite to bring two beloved childhood tales to life. Deep in an enchanted forest, innocence meets danger in a breathtaking fusion of dance, music, and theater. This bold retelling reimagines classic storytelling with thrilling new dimensions.
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ALICE IN WONDERLAND
December 5-7, 2025
The Theatre at Solaire
Fall down the rabbit hole and into Ballet Philippines’ enchanting original holiday treat—a magical adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s timeless tale. Set in a whimsical world where logic bends and imagination takes center stage, this festive production comes to life with playful choreography, surreal sets, and a captivating score. A spellbinding journey for audiences of all ages, Alice in Wonderland is the perfect holiday escape into wonder and delight.
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IVATAN
April 10-12, 2026
The Theatre at Solaire
A first-of-its-kind ballet inspired by the Ivatan people, this production honors a culture built on strength, resilience, and deep harmony with nature. Set against the wind-swept landscapes of Batanes, Ivatan is a powerful tribute—a love letter to a people who have weathered the storms of time with unwavering grace.
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GUEST ARTIST
Lectures, classes and rehearsals for 3 works
(Scisco, Consortio and
Thais)
Artem Yachmennikov
Owner of Melbourne City Dance Center and Artistic Director of the Melbourne City Ballet Theatre
Maria Poliudova
Ballet Artist of Odessa National Academic Opera and Ballet Theater, Honored Artist of the Republic of Moldova
Alexandra TimofeevaTeacher-Tutor
Honored artist of the Russian Federation (2010) in the recent past, the prima ballerina "Kremlin ballet"
Daria ShigaevaDancer, Choreographer, Fitness Trainer and Nutrition Specialist
Saint-Petersburg, Russia
Bat Erdene UdvalCo-Artistic Director of World Ballet Grand Prix
Former Principal Dancer of Russian State Ballet Company
Anna ShcherbakovaHonored Artist of the Russian Federation
Prima Ballerina, Russian State Ballet Theater
Join our partners and collaborators from a variety of artistic specialties as we share tips and ‘pointe’s’ to guide you through different areas of ballet. Topics include fashion, make-up, nutrition and health.
READ MOREFor our younger audience, we have developed a series of videos to serve as inspiration to explore the magical world of ballet
READ MOREBallet is an art form that is practiced and mastered by putting in the time and passion into training. The training never leaves your body, whether its through your posture, exercise and diet.
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