Ballet Jörgen Canada returns to the ACT for Valentine’s Day week with its unique retelling of the ballet classic Coppélia.
Coppélia takes you into the magical world of Dr. Coppélius, a disillusioned toy maker in search of the perfect partner.
His quest drives him to create a dancing doll so beautiful that Nathanael, one of the local villagers, falls madly in love with her.
Nathanael’s spurned sweetheart Klara delivers retribution by dressing as the doll and pretending to come to life.
A journey that transcends the boundaries of real versus imaginary experiences, this classic love story is told through the vibrant contemporary choreography of the award-winning Bengt Jörgen.
The set is made up of large interlocking and movable three-dimensional shapes, and costumes reflect the design with geometric ships and bright, primary colours.
Scenes change by moving and altering the formation of these cubes and the physical transformations of scene changes are integrated into the choreography, emphasizing the playful atmosphere of this artificial world.
The ballet features music by music Léo Delibes.
• Treat your family or bring your sweetheart for an artistic, romantic and magical Valentine’s Day presentation of Ballet Jörgen Canada’s Coppélia on Monday, Feb. 14 at 7:30 p.m. Add a pre-show Valentine’s reception package for two for $30 and enjoy wine, hors d’oeuvres and dessert. Tickets for Coppélia are $38 for adults, $36 for seniors and students and $30 for children. For tickets, call 604-476-2787 or visit www.theactmapleridge.org.