Hoping to cultivate nationalism, empower the common man, and awaken the spirit of what it means to be a nation, the Philippine Ballet Theatre brings back Andres KKK this August 22-23, 2026 at the Proscenium Theater in Rockwell, Makati.
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| Matthew Davo |
Choreographed by Gener Caringal, this ballet about Andres Bonifacio had its premiere back in 1996 in commemoration of the centennial of the Philippine Revolution. One of PBT's most widely toured productions, Andres KKK boasts a libretto by Lilia Quindoza Santiago and an original score by Jesse Lucas.
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| Jessa Tangalin |
Dancing the lead role of Bonifacio are Matthew Davo and Dominador Delmo while Jessa Tangalin and Sophie Tiangco portray his wife Gregoria "Oryang" de Jesus.
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| Matthew Davo & Jessa Tangalin |
PBT's Artistic Director Ronilo Jaynario, who originated the role of Bonifacio during the 1996 premiere, says that the ballet has stoot the test of time because "PBT's version of history is not just pages of history in dance. It is a touching tribute to the struggles of the Filipino."
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| Sophie Tiangco |
Jaynario still remembers how Caringal framed the hero: instead of portraying Bonifacio as an untouchable icon or an invincible warrior, Caringal reveals the man behind the monument. His Bonifacio struggles, questions, sacrifices, and perseveres. He is not defined by superhuman strength but by an unwavering belief in his people and their shared dream of freedom.
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| Dominador Delmo & Sophie Tiangco |
Gener Caringal explains his Andres Bonifacio as a product of poverty, suffering, and love for his country. A hero was born because Bonifacio cared deeply for this land and its people. Moreover, in Caringal's vision, Bonifacio's greatest power does not come from standing above the people—it comes from standing among them. They were all heroes of their time, with Bonifacio serving as the symbol of their resolve.
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| Matthew Davo & Philippine Ballet Theatre |
In revisiting Bonifacio's story, Philippine Ballet Theatre invites audiences to reflect on a question that remains as urgent today as it was more than a century ago: What kind of hero does our nation need—and what kind of people must we become to stand behind one? What would it take to make heroes of all of us?
PBT's Andres KKK will have a limited one weekend run on August 22-23, 2026 at the Proscenium Theater in Rockwell Makati. Tickets are available through TicketWorld. For ticket inquiries, call 0968-870-8887.
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