Copplia Act II Swanilda pretends to be Copplia (Marianela Nuez, Gary Avis The Royal Ballet)

A classic returns to the Royal Ballet repertory with Ninette de Valois’ charming and funny Coppélia– a story of love, mischief and mechanical dolls. Marianela Nuñez, Swanilda, and Gary Avis, Dr Coppélius, perform the scene where Swanilda pretends to be Coppélia. Coppélia is available to watch now – along with over 60 other extraordinary productions – on Royal Opera House Stream. Watch the whole performance now at The intricate choreography is set to Delibes’ delightful score and shows off the technical precision and comedic timing of the whole Company. Osbert Lancaster’s designs bring a colourful storybook world to life in this Christmas treat for the whole family.