Paglalakbay
Ballet Philippines closes 56th season with Ivatan journey By Earl D.C. Bracamonte Ballet Philippines presents its new full-length, original Filipino production, “Paglalakbay: Journey of the Sea People” to culminate its 56th Season. “This is a story of a people who travelled through land and sea – the Austronesian migration. This ballet production is a tribute to my mom, Flora Chua, whose life was shaped by these journeys,” shared librettist Sherry Chua. “The journey of the sea people lives with us. Audiences will understand that movement is universal,” she added. The scenography evokes the Batanes landscape. Set & costume designer Leeroy New got lost in the jungles of Itbayat during an immersion trip. His translation of the set design is impressive. “Because Batanes’ topography is undulating, my dancers too can’t stand straight like when they’re on the plains. It has also affected how the steps are counted - not just 4 or 8, but also 7. “The challenge of the Ballet Brigade Pr...
