New ‘Peter Pan’ Ballet Coming to Solaire this December
Ballet Philippines is set to mount a brand-new staging of Peter Pan on December 6 at 8 PM, and on December 7 and 8 at 2 PM and 7 PM, at The Theatre at Solaire.
The last time Peter Pan graced the stage with Ballet Philippines was in 2015, choreographed by Nonoy Froilan, marking that production’s 32nd anniversary and its 6th staging since December 1983. However, the upcoming production promises a fresh, unique interpretation of the childhood classic by Ballet Philippines’ Artistic Director, Mikhail ‘Misha’ Martynyuk, who will also serve as the show’s choreographer.
Martynyuk shares, “I specifically didn’t look at Peter Pan from another company or past productions, so I have nothing to compare with my version. For this, I read the book, studied places, and details. Then I made a draft. After that, I read the book again to look from another angle and to find deeper details. What was the result? We’ll see in December!”
As Ballet Philippines’ President, Kathleen Liechtenstein excitedly declares, “Peter Pan will bring the magic of Christmas to the stage this holiday season to delight young and old alike!”
The company says that audiences can expect beautifully crafted costumes—ranging from whimsical designs to vibrant colors—that will immerse them in the enchanting world of Neverland. Eleanora Martynyuk, Ballet Philippines’ emerging costume designer, when asked about the most challenging and exciting aspects of creating costumes for a ballet production like Peter Pan, where movement and functionality are just as crucial as visual impact, says, “It’s important to recognize that this performance follows the classic form of ballet, featuring many duets, adagios, and full pas de deux between Wendy and Peter Pan. Wendy’s dress needs to have smooth lines and be fitted at the waist to ensure it doesn’t interfere with her partner during the complex dance elements. Captain Hook is another unique character; he embodies duality, which is reflected in his costume—some elements are elegant, while others are distinctly pirate-like. As a gentleman with a good education, there is a darker side to his character. Thus, we design his suit to highlight the contrasting features of his personality.”
“My inspiration in this production is three components: history, music and choreographic line,” she adds.
The cast features Rudolph Capongcol, Ian Ocampo, and Eduardson Evangelio as Peter Pan; Jemima Reyes, Danielle Kleiner, and Regina Magbitang as Wendy; Regina Magbitang, Idelle Buhia, and Joanne Sartorio as Tinkerbell; and Mark Balucay, Carlo Padoga, and Peter San Juan as Captain Hook.
Tickets are priced at P3,090 (Orchestra Premium Center), P2,575 (Orchestra Premium Side), P1,854 (Orchestra Center and Orchestra Side), P1,545 (Premium Gold Center and Premium Gold Side), P824 (Balcony Premium Center and Balcony Premium Side), and P618 (Balcony Center and Balcony Side), and can be purchased through Ticketworld.
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