Ballet Philippines Opens 56th Season with a Historic Collaboration with Repertory Philippines and Manila Symphony Orchestra

For the first time in Philippine performing arts history, three of the country’s premier cultural institutions are joining forces to bring together music, drama, and dance on one stage in a world-class, family-friendly production.

To open its 56th Season, Ballet Philippines (BP), the country’s premier classical and contemporary dance company is teaming up with Repertory Philippines (REP), the country’s foremost theater company and purveyor of world-class productions and theater talents, and Manila Symphony Orchestra (MSO), a renowned and long-running orchestra in Asia, to present a double-bill of beloved classic tales—the symphonic tale for children Peter and the Wolf and the full-length ballet Little Red Riding Hood.

Written by Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev, each character of Peter and the Wolf is represented by a corresponding instrument in the orchestra: the bird by a flute, the duck by an oboe, the cat by a clarinet, the grandfather by a bassoon, the wolf by horns, and Peter by the strings.

For the first time in Philippine performing arts history, Ballet Philippines with Repertory Philippines and Manila Symphony Orchestra will present a double-bill of beloved classic tales—the symphonic tale for children Peter and the Wolf and the full-length ballet Little Red Riding Hood.

Featuring the compositions of French conductor Camille Saint-Saens and Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg, the ballet Little Red Riding Hood is a playful reimagination of the classic fairy tale by Charles Perrault that follows the adventures of a little girl who discovers the power of kindness.

Written by Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev, each character of Peter and the Wolf is represented by a corresponding instrument in the orchestra: the bird by a flute, the duck by an oboe, the cat by a clarinet, the grandfather by a bassoon, the wolf by horns, and Peter by the strings. Featuring the compositions of French conductor Camille Saint-Saens and Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg, the ballet Little Red Riding Hood is a playful reimagination of the classic fairy tale by Charles Perrault that follows the adventures of a little girl who discovers the power of kindness.

Running for five performances only from August 1 to 3, 2025 at the Theatre at Solaire, the production promises to be a culturally enriching experience for all ages, with live orchestral music, captivating theatrical storytelling, and mesmerizing choreography.

The production marks not only an artistic milestone but also a major community outreach initiative. As part of this program, seats will be made available free of charge for families from selected barangays, giving underserved communities access to a transformative performing arts experience. Premiere seats will be available for avid patrons and the general public, whose support will help sustain and expand future outreach efforts.

“This initiative is about more than just performance—it’s about access, education, and inspiring the next generation,” says REP President and CEO Mindy Perez-Rubio, BP President Kathleen Liechtenstein, MSO Executive Director Jeffrey Solares in a joint statement. “By opening our doors to families from across the community, we hope to spark a lifelong love for the arts.”

Blending theatrical storytelling by REP, breathtaking dance by BP, and live symphonic music by MSO, the production promises to be a family-friendly event that will entertain, educate, and elevate.

Tickets are available via TicketWorld and the Solaire Box Office and through REP channels.

For show-buying and ticket inquiries, contact REP at 0966-905-4013 or 096-269-18540 send us an email at [email protected] or [email protected]

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