Manila Bulletin’s Feliciano Rodriguez III showcases Ballet Philippines’ reimagined production of Alice in Wonderland, choreographed by Mikhail Martynyuk.
A recent feature from Manila Bulletin, written by Feliciano Rodriguez III, highlights Ballet Philippines’ holiday production of Alice in Wonderland, a new full-length ballet choreographed by Artistic Director Mikhail Martynyuk. The article notes that the ballet, part of the company’s 56th season, blends classical technique with playful pantomime to offer a fresh take on Lewis Carroll’s iconic tale.
According to the Manila Bulletin piece, Ballet Philippines offered an exclusive first look at the production during a media preview held on November 7 at the Oasis Garden Café in Solaire Resort, Parañaque. During the event, dancers performed costumed excerpts, giving audiences an early glimpse of the imaginative choreography and visual design that will define the show.
The story follows Alice as her curiosity propels her into a dreamlike world where logic dissolves and imagination takes over. The article describes scenes featuring talking flowers, potions that alter Alice’s size, and memorable encounters such as the Mad Hatter’s riddle-filled tea party. It also highlights the chaotic courtroom of the Queen of Hearts, where flamingos and hedgehogs transform into croquet mallets. The ballet ends with Alice’s decisive cry of “Stop!”, breaking the dream and restoring order.
Manila Bulletin reports that Martynyuk aimed to craft a production where movement communicates emotion beyond words, merging classical ballet with “plastic comedy pantomime.” Ballet Philippines President Kathleen Liechtenstein adds that the work embodies the company’s mission to champion imagination, courage, and Filipino artistry.
The production runs from December 5 to 7, 2025, at The Theatre at Solaire, with tickets available through TicketWorld.