This comic ballet isn’t traditionally performed for crowds of tutu-clad children, but this rendition of Coppélia will delight kids aged three and up.
The recital runs for just under one hour, with magic tricks, colourful costumes, toys and friendly narration making ballet more relatable for kids. It will run to the traditional story, where young lovers Swanilda and Franz set out to discover the secrets that lie within Dr Coppelius’ mysterious workshop full of mechanical dolls.
The choreography will follow Arthur Saint-Leon’s design, with additions by David McAllister.