"Coppelia"

The Ballet Cyprus is bringing to the stage "Coppelia" by Leo Delibes. This adaptation is choreographed by Italian Antonio Colandrea. Antonio was in Cyprus last year when he chose the dancers, teachers and the rest of the crew necessary to make "Coppelia" an unforgettable performance. The lead roles are performed by Umberto De Luca and Paola Visamare from the MaggioDanza of Florence.

"Coppelia" is a full length ballet in three acts. It was originally cand on t version by Nicholas Sergeyev and premiered in London in September 1938.

This is considered the first comedy ballet and some also say the first feminist ballet, where the woman is witty and knows how to get her way with her fiance. The ballet has been produced worldwide for many years.

For more info call The Friends of the Ballet Cyprus 25-355156.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Leo Delibes

"Coppelia" will be performed on the 17th and 18th January at the Limasso Pattichion Theatre (25 343341)

and on the 21st and 22nd January at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre (22 664028) at 20:30.