Watch my Peter Pan fly!

PETER PAN SOARS TO NEW HEIGHTS IN BALLET PHILIPPINES’ DECEMBER OFFERING


MANILA, Philippines - November 4, 2010 - Sprinkle some pixie dust, play some swashbuckling music, and fly to the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) to witness Ballet Philippines' dance retelling of the beloved children's classic, Peter Pan.

Delighting young and old for more than 100 years, Peter Pan is based on the tale by Sir James Matthew Barrie. The story revolves around the boy who never grew up and his magical, fun-filled adventures with the Darling children - Wendy, John, and Michael - as they meet Captain Hook, Smee, Tinkerbell, Tiger Lily, the Lost Boys, and the other denizens of Neverland. Edna Vida, one of the country's best choreographers, will restage her version with music by Mark Charlap and Jule Styne. Flying by Foy from America will be bringing in special flying machines which will have Peter and Wendy soaring in the air, enthralling all audiences. These special flying machines make their Philippine debut in this Ballet Philippines staging.

The role of Peter will be performed by principal dancer, Jean Marc Cordero, a semi-finalist in the 2010 International Ballet Competition in Jackson, Mississippi.

Performance schedule at CCP's Main Theater (Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo) follows:
December 2 (Thursday), 10 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
December 3 (Friday), 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
December 4 (Saturday), 10:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m., and 8:00 p.m.
December 5 (Sunday), 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
December 7 (Tuesday), 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
December 10 (Friday), 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
December 11 (Saturday), 10:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m., and 8:00 p.m.
December 12 (Sunday), 10:00 a.m.

Ticket prices are at PHP200 to PHP1,500. Discounts are at 50% for students and 20% for senior citizens. American Express Cardholders can also enjoy 10% savings by using their card.

Tickets may be purchased through the CCP Box Office (832-3704) and Ticketworld (891-9999). For group sales and inquiries, contact Ballet Philippines (551-1003 / 832-6011) or visit: www.balletphilippines.org