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Choreographed by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov, *Coppélia* is a romantic ballet set in 19th-century France that tells the story of Franz’s obsession with a lifelike automaton doll, Coppélius, and its ensuing complications.
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Who is Coppélia in the ballet?
Coppélia is a life-sized mechanical doll created by the eccentric inventor Doctor Coppélius. Franz believes she is a real young woman, prompting his fiancée Swanilda to investigate.
Who composed the music for Coppélia?
Léo Delibes composed the score, which includes the well-known Waltz of the Hours and a festive final act. The ballet premiered in Paris in 1870.
Who choreographed the original Coppélia?
Arthur Saint-Léon choreographed the original Paris production, with a libretto by Charles Nuitter and Saint-Léon. Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov were associated with influential later Russian stagings, not the original creation.
Is Coppélia suitable for children?
It is among the most accessible comic ballets because the story centers on disguises, mistaken identity, and a dollmaker's workshop. Unlike Giselle or Swan Lake, it ends with Swanilda and Franz reconciled and celebrating their wedding.
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