Ballet Manila’s reimagined production of “Florante at Laura” invites audiences to take a fresh look at Francisco Balagtas’ narrative poem. Through a blend of music, dance and visual arts, the ballet transforms the story into a moving experience rich in cultural wisdom and literary depth. The unexpected turns of the plot are sure to keep audiences captivated.

Artistic director and CEO Lisa Macuja-Elizalde assembled a team of topnotch creatives to bring this epic to life. Libretto consultant Dr. Michael M. Coroza streamlined Balagtas’ narrative while preserving its essence. To enhance audience understanding, a series of Coroza’s essays exploring the story, characters and enduring relevance of this 186-year-old masterpiece have been uploaded to balletmanilaarchives.com.