LEGEND OF LOVE AND DREAM
Ivatan & Panaginip — an evening of two one-act ballets
Ballet Philippines — for the first time in Cyprus
Ballet Philippines — for the first time in Cyprus
Ivatan & Panaginip — an evening
of two one-act ballets. Ballet Philippines —
for the first time in Cyprus
of two one-act ballets. Ballet Philippines —
for the first time in Cyprus
May 10, 2026 | 19:30 | Limassol
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30 dancers on stage. Two full-length ballets in one evening
But the Spirit of the Land — guardian of the island — sees him as a threat and turns him into stone. In Filipino tradition, petrification is worse
than death: you remain alive, but unable to move. Only when the Spirit learns that the woman is expecting a child does it lift the curse.
The man returns to life — no longer a stranger, but part of the land.
than death: you remain alive, but unable to move. Only when the Spirit learns that the woman is expecting a child does it lift the curse.
The man returns to life — no longer a stranger, but part of the land.
But the Spirit of the Land — guardian
of the island — sees him as a threat
and turns him into stone. In Filipino tradition, petrification is worse than death: you remain alive, but unable to move. Only when
the Spirit learns that the woman is expecting a child does it lift the curse. The man returns to life — no longer a stranger, but part
of the land.
of the island — sees him as a threat
and turns him into stone. In Filipino tradition, petrification is worse than death: you remain alive, but unable to move. Only when
the Spirit learns that the woman is expecting a child does it lift the curse. The man returns to life — no longer a stranger, but part
of the land.
IVATAN – People of the Sea
On stage, this unfolds in a way rarely seen in ballet:
On stage, this unfolds in a way rarely seen in ballet:
The Batanes Islands are the northernmost
point of the Philippines — closer to Taiwan
than to Manila. A land where houses are built from coral stone with meter-thick walls
to withstand typhoons. Where shops operate without sellers — customers take goods
and leave money themselves. Where people have lived for centuries by the laws of wind
and sea.
point of the Philippines — closer to Taiwan
than to Manila. A land where houses are built from coral stone with meter-thick walls
to withstand typhoons. Where shops operate without sellers — customers take goods
and leave money themselves. Where people have lived for centuries by the laws of wind
and sea.
The Batanes Islands are the northernmost point
of the Philippines — closer to Taiwan than to Manila.
A land where houses are built from coral stone
with meter-thick walls to withstand typhoons.
Where shops operate without sellers — customers take goods and leave money themselves. Where people have lived for centuries by the laws of wind and sea.
of the Philippines — closer to Taiwan than to Manila.
A land where houses are built from coral stone
with meter-thick walls to withstand typhoons.
Where shops operate without sellers — customers take goods and leave money themselves. Where people have lived for centuries by the laws of wind and sea.
It is on this shore that a man is cast
after a shipwreck. A stranger, unfamiliar
with the language, rituals, and rhythm
of this land. A woman from the Ivatan people nurses him back to life, and something beyond words grows between them.
after a shipwreck. A stranger, unfamiliar
with the language, rituals, and rhythm
of this land. A woman from the Ivatan people nurses him back to life, and something beyond words grows between them.
It is on this shore that a man is cast after a shipwreck. A stranger, unfamiliar with the language, rituals, and rhythm of this land. A woman from the Ivatan people nurses him back to life, and something beyond words grows between them.
music rooted in traditional Ivatan rowing songs and chants, choreography blending folk movement with classical technique, and costumes by renowned Filipino artist Leeroy New — recreating the geometric patterns and textures of Batanes.
music rooted in traditional Ivatan rowing songs and chants, choreography blending folk movement with classical technique, and costumes by renowned Filipino artist Leeroy New — recreating the geometric patterns and textures of Batanes.
Music: Ronald Vincenzo Khaw de Leon
Choreography: Mikhail Martynyuk
Costumes: Leeroy New
The Dream - Panaginip
If the first ballet is an intimate story, the second is an explosion.
“Panaginip” brings the spirit of Filipino festivals onto the ballet stage — vibrant, collective, irresistible. Everything here feels like
a real celebration: crowds, color, rhythm,
and movement that pulls you in.
Dancers in bright woven costumes
move through duets and ensembles,
each appearance with its own energy, tempo, and character. This is a ballet where classical technique meets living Filipino musicality — creating something beyond categories:
neither folklore nor academic ballet, but pure joy set on pointe.
a real celebration: crowds, color, rhythm,
and movement that pulls you in.
Dancers in bright woven costumes
move through duets and ensembles,
each appearance with its own energy, tempo, and character. This is a ballet where classical technique meets living Filipino musicality — creating something beyond categories:
neither folklore nor academic ballet, but pure joy set on pointe.
“Panaginip” brings the spirit of Filipino festivals onto the ballet stage — vibrant, collective, irresistible.
Everything here feels like a real celebration: crowds, color, rhythm, and movement that pulls you in.
Dancers in bright woven costumes move through duets and ensembles, each appearance with its own energy, tempo, and character. This is a ballet where classical technique meets living Filipino musicality — creating something beyond categories: neither folklore nor academic ballet, but pure joy set on pointe.
Everything here feels like a real celebration: crowds, color, rhythm, and movement that pulls you in.
Dancers in bright woven costumes move through duets and ensembles, each appearance with its own energy, tempo, and character. This is a ballet where classical technique meets living Filipino musicality — creating something beyond categories: neither folklore nor academic ballet, but pure joy set on pointe.
Music: Glen Aquias
Choreography: Mikhail Martynyuk
Costumes: Jor-El Espina
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Mikhail Martynyuk
АBOUT THE CHOREOGRAPHER
is the choreographer and Artistic Director of Ballet Philippines and the creator of both works in this evening.
Honored Artist of the Russian Federation, laureate of the Vaganova Prix, Gold Medal winner of the Astana International Competition, and recipient of the “Soul of Dance” award.
In his work, Martynyuk merges classical ballet technique with a contemporary choreographic language. “Panaginip” is his personal reflection on the Philippines — a country that became his home, and a culture he explored from within.
Ballet Philippines is the country’s leading professional ballet company, founded in 1969
Ballet Philippines is the country’s leading professional ballet company, founded in 1969
The first resident company of the Cultural Center of the Philippines, recipient of international awards, and participant of Expo 2025 in Osaka.
Over 56 years, the company has trained generations of world-class dancers and built a repertoire
where Western classical tradition meets the living heritage of Filipino culture. The Cyprus performances are part of Ballet Philippines’ 2026 European tour.
where Western classical tradition meets the living heritage of Filipino culture. The Cyprus performances are part of Ballet Philippines’ 2026 European tour.
Over 56 years, the company has trained generations of world-class dancers and built a repertoire where Western classical tradition meets the living heritage of Filipino culture. The Cyprus performances are part of Ballet Philippines’ 2026 European tour.
Over 56 years, the company has trained generations of world-class dancers and built a repertoire where Western classical tradition meets the living heritage of Filipino culture. The Cyprus performances are part of Ballet Philippines’ 2026 European tour.
The evening is presented by Celebrity Gala
and Papadopoulos & Schinis Productions Ltd
and Papadopoulos & Schinis Productions Ltd
The evening is presented
by Celebrity Gala
and Papadopoulos &
Schinis Productions Ltd
by Celebrity Gala
and Papadopoulos &
Schinis Productions Ltd
Celebrity Gala is a leading cultural events producer in Cyprus, specializing in bringing world-class theatre productions to the island.
Papadopoulos & Schinis Productions Ltd. is one of Cyprus’ leading production companies, active since 1986.
Papadopoulos & Schinis Productions Ltd.
is one of Cyprus’ leading production companies, active since 1986
is one of Cyprus’ leading production companies, active since 1986
Each project reflects a commitment to artistic excellence and a reputation built over years.
Over four decades, it has become synonymous with professional event production — from камерные concerts to large-scale open-air productions.
Over four decades, it has become synonymous with professional event production — from камерные concerts to large-scale open-air productions.
Media Partner: Phileleftheros Group
Together, they bring “Panaginip” to Cyprus as part of the Ballet Philippines 2026 European tour
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