Synopsis
See Coppelia as you’ve never seen her before!
Following sold-out performances in London, KVN Dance Company returns with Kevan Allen’s magical reimaging of the beloved classical ballet, Coppelia.
This retelling explores eccentric toy maker Dr Coppelius’ intent behind creating a life-size clockwork doll, Coppelia, and the impact this has on his relationship with the community of villagers and on Swanhilda’s relationship with her fiancé, Franz.
Fusing classical ballet with contemporary dance and hip-hop, Coppelia features the full classical Delibes score imaginatively remixed by Rickard Berg and nominated for Outstanding Creative Contribution at the 22nd Critics Circle National Dance Awards.
Age Recommendation: Suitable for all ages.
Running Time: 2 hours (including 20 minute interval)
Show Warning: Strobe lighting is used within this performance.
Tickets
DISCOUNTS*
£10 off Under 16s
£5 off* 16-26 yrs and/or Students (with a free 16-26 & Student Membership), and Curve Connect
£18* Under 18s school groups
£4 off* for Groups 10+
15% off for Members
* Selected performances discount is applicable on price bands B – D only.
*Discounts are subject to availability and may be removed at any time. Only valid on certain performances - terms and conditions apply.
Credits & Acknowledgments
Director & Choreographer: Kevan Allen
Music: Rickard Berg
Costume: Wendy Olver
Lighting: Mike Robertson
Set: Justin Williams
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Reviews
a BEAUTIFUL blend of dance languages. Kevan Allen has created something beyond ballet and birthed something breath-taking.
A Younger Theatre
… this clever reimagining, remains true to the ballet’s spirit whilst creating something new and appealing.
Dancing Times
Visually stunning like a surrealist sculpture garden, Wendy Olver’s costume design is show-stealing
London Theatre 1
Delibes music is transformed into a beats-laden, bass-throbbing piece of electronica.
Dance Europe
Group formation dance that is the most head-bopping infectious
British Theatre Guide
From classical ballet to a sophisticated enclave of extrovert bohemians.
Writing About Dance