Ballet Philippines’ BP in Blue at SM Lanang Premier

Ballet Philippines’ BP in Blue at SM Lanang Premier

Last July 3, 2016, the country’s flagship professional dance company – Ballet Philippines (BP) returned to SM Lanang Premier for an exclusive performance called “BP in Blue.”

“BP in Blue” featured the company’s prowess in classical ballet and contemporary dance in a two-part showcase.

The first part presented highlights from “Sarong Banggi,” a contemporary ballet performance about the Filipino family with music orchestrated by Ryan Cayabyab, and costumes created by fashion designer Rajo Laurel. The second part presented a diverse range of Filipino choreography, which includes Alden Lugnasin’s “Bayan Ko” and “Dulce Estranghera,” Eraserheads’ “Ang Huling El Bimbo,” as well as key works by the young choreographers of Ballet Philippines II.

Mall goers got the chance to watch this BP exclusive last Sunday, 6pm at The Atrium. Admission was free. The said event was co-presented by Air Asia.

Ballet Philippines was founded in 1969 by National Artist for Dance Alice Reyes with the support of renowned dancer Eddie Elejar. A resident company of the Cultural Center of the Philippines, it is widely recognized today as a cornerstone of contemporary Filipino identity. BP has been known worldwide for its repertoire of classical and modern pieces.