The Irish National Youth Ballet Company Presents COPPÉLIA

The Irish National Youth Ballet Company Presents COPPÉLIA

Samuel Beckett Theatre, Friday 17th May - Sunday 19th May

This Spring Season, INYB makes a welcome return to the Samuel Beckett Theatre with Coppélia. This much-loved ballet for all ages is sure to inspire and delight all who see it.

Join Swanhilda and her fiancé Franz on a thrilling adventure through their vibrant village as they eagerly anticipate their impending wedding day. But excitement turns to intrigue when the eccentric toymaker, Dr. Coppelius, unveils his masterpiece – the enchanting doll Coppélia – in his shop window. To the amazement of the villagers, Coppélia appears so lifelike that they mistake her for a real person, sparking a whirlwind of curiosity and speculation. As the villagers embark on a daring investigation into this captivating newcomer and the enigmatic toymaker behind her, secrets unravel, and the stage is set for a spellbinding tale of love, deception, and the magic of the human heart. Don’t miss out on the excitement as “Coppélia” unfolds its mysteries in a spectacle of dance, drama, and enchantment!

Performance Time Details:
• Friday 17 May, 12pm & 7.30pm
• Saturday 18 May, 2pm & 7.30pm
• Sunday 19 May, 1pm & 6pm

Date:
Friday 17th May - Sunday 19th May
Time:
Varies
Price:
€15 - €30
Address:
Samuel Beckett Theatre, Dublin, Ireland
Google Map of Samuel Beckett Theatre, Dublin, Ireland

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