(Los Angeles, CA. – September 15, 2025) – Philippine Ballet Theatre, the premier ballet company from the Cultural Center of the Philippines, bring a stunning new full-length ballet to UCLA’s Royce Hall next month. “Sarimanok”, based on the mythological bird from Filipino Mindanao legend, is PBT’s newest work that tells the love story between a mortal and a moon goddess. The twenty-plus dance company, led by Ronilo Jaynario, PBT’s Artistic Director and Resident Choreographer, tell this captivating tale as a showcase of Filipino culture and talent.
In Mindanao mythology, the Sarimanok symbolized hope and abundant blessings all of which are inherent in the purpose of PBT. “Last year’s “Ibalon” made a powerful impact on both the audience and the performers, receiving excellent review and accolades….our challenge is to achieve the same impact with “Sarimanok”” said Jaynario, who commissioned composer Paulo Zarate, to write original music for the ballet. With “Sarimanok” being the second full-length ballet in a row, PBT hopes to send out a strong message that their commitment to creation a national influence through art is ablaze.
As with prior performances, the performance will be preceded by the wonderful “Pinagmulan” exhibit of indigenous Philippine textiles and fabrics. But with this exhibit, the extraordinary work of acclaimed Philippine fashions designers will be displayed for audiences to see, some for the very first time being shown outside the Philippines. Explained Executive Producer Rosie Chua, “this year, we are bringing the masterful works of Pitoy Moreno, Ban Farrales, Ramon Valera, Auero Alonzo and Christian Espiritu, some weavers and embroiderers. We want the audience, not just Filipinos, to engage with and appreciate the rich history and culture of the Philippines through these original works.”
Joining the PBT company on stage will be acclaimed international pianist Raul Sunico, award-winning singer/songwriter Odette Quesada, singer Lyndon Apostol and the Holy Family Filipino Choir and Holy Family Children Concert Chorus. “We always want to involve Filipino artists in our shows” said Marilou Magsaysay, President of PBT. “And because it’s already Christmas here in the Philippines, don’t be surprised if PBT brings the merriment and celebration of the holiday season to the Royce Hall stage!”
Los Angeles is just one stop in a national tour of the Philippine Ballet Company which is being supported by our business partners the Hyatt Place in Glendale, All Travellers Company, Inc., The Law Office of Rene Kahn, American Ranch Seafood Market, Airspeed, Philippine Airlines and TFC (The Filipino Channel).
LXV Enterprises, LLC presents Philippine Ballet Theatre’s full-length ballet “Sarimanok”. Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Royce Hall on the campus of U.C.L.A., 340 Royce Drive, Los Angeles, CA. 90095 at 7:00pm. Tickets are $200, $150, $100, $75 with discounted ticket prices for UCLA students, faculty and staff upon presentation of valid University I.D. Tickets can be purchased at the UCLA Central Ticket Office (CTO) by calling (310)-825-2101 or by visiting RoyceHall.org. The “Pinagmulan” Philippine textile and fashion exhibit will be open for viewing beginning at 4:00pm.
For more information, please contact Rosie (818)-859-3108, Maribel (818)913-0653 or Tetchie (818)458-8080.
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LXV Enterprises, LLC presents
Philippine Ballet Theatre’s “Sarimanok”
Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 7:00pm
Royce Hall on the Campus of U.C.L.A.
&
The “Pinagmulan” Exhibit of Philippine Fashion and Textiles
Royce Hall – 4:00pm – 6:00pm (Free Admission)
Tickets by calling UCLA Central Ticket Office at 310-825-2101
Discounted tickets for U.C.L.A. students, faculty and staff with valid university I.D.
