Ballet Philippines' Don Quixote

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Ballet Philippines closes its 41st season with the well-loved classical ballet, Don Quixote, at the CCP Main Theater (Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo). This production runs for one weekend only, from February 17 to February 20, 2011.

Derived from Miguel de Cervantes’ novel, the ballet show follows the adventures of an aging gentleman, Don Quixote, into Barcelona and the story of the young lovers Kitri and Basilio. Don Quixote meets Kitri, the innkeeper’s daughter, whom he thinks is his love Dulcinea. The story caps off as the pair performed one of the most popular dance duet, the Grand Pas de Deux.

It's a grand production that brings together the impressive cast of local and international ballet artists. Candice Adea, Ballet Philippines' principal dancer, plays the role of Kitri. Houston Ballet's principal dancer, Connor Walsh performs as Basilio on a limited engagement.  The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra, under the baton of Maestro Olivier Ochanine, performs Leon Minkus’ music live on its evening shows. The entire production is indeed amazing! 

Since I have 6 Upper Box tickets from Ballet Philippines, my mom, my sisters and my daughter, were able to watch the February 17 8 pm gala performance.

Thanks again for the tickets Ballet Philippines!

I can't believe that ticket prices for February 17 and 18 8 pm show with the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra cost this much:

Orchestra Center - 5000 with dinner
Orchestra Side - 4000 with cocktails
Orchestra Premium Sides - 3000 with cocktails
Parterre Box Seat - 100,000 for 6 seats
Lower Box - 18000
Upper Box - 6000
Balcony 1 - 1000
Balcony 2 - 500

To those who want to watch you can check ticket prices for Feb 19-20 here.

Here are schedule of performances at the CCP Main Theater:
February 17, 8:00 p.m.
February 18, 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
February 19, 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
February 20, 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

For more information you can visit www.balletphilippines.org.