Description

A joyous and brilliant piece from the great repertoire, Coppélia is a jewel of humor and virtuosity.<div> A quintessential example of ballet-pantomime, Coppélia is one of the most representative ballets of the French school, based on the refined style taught at the Paris Opera Ballet. Jean-Guillaume Bart, Étoile of the Paris Opera Ballet and choreographer, will present his version of the work in the spirit of the grand French ballet tradition. He sees in Swanilda "a modern, strong-willed, and dynamic character. She is the one who leads the investigation, who leads the dance..."</div><div><br></div><div> To Delibes' melodious and colorful score, he will bring this strange and enchanting tale back to life. The story, inspired by Hoffmann's Tales, features young Franz, enamored of a mysterious young girl, who is none other than a mechanical doll invented by the whimsical Doctor Coppélius.</div><div><br></div><div> Supported by Delibes' rich orchestral score and performed in the pit by the Massy Opera Orchestra, this production restores all its musical and theatrical flavor to one of the most endearing ballets in the repertoire.</div>