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04/03/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/03/2025 14:20

CCM Dance Series presents whimsical 'Coppélia' ballet

CCM Dance Series presents whimsical 'Coppélia' ballet

A tale of love and mischief brought to life by CCM Ballet Ensemble and CCM Concert Orchestra

7 minute read April 3, 2025 Share on facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Print StoryLike

Story by CCM Graduate Assistant Kierra Mykel

The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) invites audiences to experience the timeless charm and comedic mischief of Coppélia, a family-friendly ballet filled with magic, mistaken identity and joyful romance. Presented as part of CCM's Dance Series and featuring music performed by the CCM Concert Orchestra, the performance runs April 3-6 in Corbett Auditorium. Tickets are on sale now through the CCM Box Office.

Set to the delightful music of Léo Delibes and directed by CCM Dance Chair Shauna Steele, Coppélia tells the story of Swanilda, her fiancé Franz, the eccentric inventor Dr.Coppélius, and the life-like doll Coppélia, who captures Franz's eye - and causes quite the stir. First performed in 1870, this light-hearted ballet blends graceful choreography with theatrical storytelling in a performance perfect for all ages.

CCM's production features restaging and choreography by Isabele Elefson and Tricia Sundbeck, with additional choreography and coaching by Thomas Bell and Gema Diaz Lommer. It highlights the talent and artistry of CCM's exceptional dance students. The enchanting score will be brought to life by the CCM Concert Orchestra, conducted by Aik Khai Pung.

With whimsical costumes, engaging characters and stunning dance, Coppélia promises a vibrant and uplifting performance to welcome spring weather and bring families together through the joy of classical ballet.

Coppélia

Music by Léo Delibes

Creative Team right arrow down arrow
  • Director | Shauna Steele
  • Principal Choreographers | Isabele Elefson, Tricia Sundbeck
  • Choreographers |Gema Diaz, Thomas Bell
  • Conductor | Aik Khai Pung
  • Costume Designers | Shauna Steele, Regina Truhart
  • Scenic Designer | Taylor Helms*
  • Lighting Designer | Ben Niemczyk*
  • Costume Shop Graduate Assistant| Maura Kesterson*
  • Sound Designer | Lucia Thill*
  • Production Stage Manager | Jordan Shaw*
  • Props Manager | Ella Stumpf*
  • Technical Director | Morgan Terry*

CCM Student

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  • Swanhilda | Celeste Lau (Thurs/Sat), Regina Murphy (Fri, Sun)
  • Franz | Antonio White (Thurs/Sat), AJ Gross (Fri, Sun)
  • Dr. Coppélius | Thomas Bell, CCM Dance Faculty
  • Coppélia | Regina Murphy (Thurs/Sat), Celeste Lau (Fri, Sun)
  • Swanhilda's Friends | Alicia Davis, Campbell Lee, Emilia Mieczykowski, Mia Neslanovic, Iliana Rich, Isabella Thoroughman, Maddie Weber, Caitlyn Wehner, Understudies: Maya Gordon, Cynthia Lutz
  • Franz's Friends | Erin Decker, AJ Gross (Thurs/Sat.), Willie Harris Jr., Isaiah Kubicek (CCM Ballet Prep Student), Kyle Rabey, Dominic Vennemann, Antonio White (Fri/Sun)
  • Mazurka Lead | Adrianna Mccarter (Thurs/Sat), Lizzie Tanner (Fri/Sun)
  • Mazurka Corps (Thurs/Fri) | Katherine Bracken, Leighton Calfee, Erin Decker, Julia Elliott, Mahala Flagg, Violet Hahn, AJ Gross, Kyla Hardesty, Adeline Henninger, Abby Kolb, Isaiah Kubicek, Aidan McKee-Bruns, Kyle Rabey, Serena van der Hulst, Charlotte Van Dyke, Ashley Zimmer
  • Mazurka Corps (Fri/Sun) | Andrea Adams, Sophia Black, Erin Decker, Julia Elliott, Mahala Flagg, Katrien Feenstra, Kyla Hardesty, Adeline Henninger, Isaiah Kubicek, Taegan Moran, Rosemary Scarpelli, Kyle Rabey, Serena van der Hulst, Dominic Vennemann, Antonio White, Ashley Zimmer
  • Czardas Lead | Soyars Green
  • Czardas Corps (Thurs/Fri) | Elise Arcuri, Sophia Gray, Katie Griffith, Maya Gordon, AJ Gross, Willie Harris Jr., Isaiah Kubicek, Katherine Kraal, Shaelyn Kuipers, Cynthia Lutz, Kyle Rabey, Laykin Stoess, Dominic Vennemann
  • Czardas Corps (Thurs/Fri) | Hannah Altmiller, Bryn Cintron, Maya Gordon, Willie Harris Jr., Isaiah Kubicek, Mary Lee, Kelsey Lewis, Cynthia Lutz, Grace Ortega, Kyle Rabey, Bethany Roup, Dominic Vennemann, Antonio White
  • Waltz of the Hours (Thurs/Sat) | Andrea Adams, Sophia Black, Bryn Cintron, Julia Elliott, Katrien Feenstra, Mahala Flagg, Maya Gordon, Kyla Hardesty, Shaelyn Kuipers, Mary Lee, Cynthia Lutz, Taegan Moran, Isabelle Pfleger, Rosemary Scarpelli, Laykin Stoess, Ashley Zimmer
  • Waltz of the Hours (Fri/Sun) | Leighton Calfee, Bryn Cintron, Mahala Flagg, Maya Gordon, Violet Hahn, Adeline Henninger, Shaelyn Kuipers, Abby Kolb, Mary Lee, Cynthia Lutz, Aidan McKee-Bruns, Sylvia Quinio, Laykin Stoess, Serena van der Hulst, Charlotte Van Dyke, Ashley Zimmer
  • Dawn | Sophia Gray (Fri/Sun) Soyars Green (Thurs/Sat)
  • Prayer | Katie Griffith (Fri/Sun), Bethany Roup (Thurs/Sat)
  • Spinners Lead | Katherine Kraal (Fri/Sun), Kelsey Lewis (Thurs/Sat)
  • Spinners Corps (Thurs/Sat) | Hannah Altmiller, Grace Ortega, Elizabeth Tanner, Sylvia Quinio
  • Spinners Corps (Fri/Sun) | Elise Arcuri, Erin Decker, Katherine Kraal, Adrianna Mccarter, Isabelle Pfleger
  • Mayor/Priest | Nikolas Gray
  • Jester Doll | Dominic Vennemann
  • Scottish Doll | Katherine Bracken
  • Spanish Doll | Soyars Green
  • Blank Doll | Adrianna Mccarter
  • Knight Dolls | Nikolas Gray, Kyle Rabey

Performance Time

  • 8 p.m. Thursday, April 3
  • 8 p.m. Friday, April 4
  • 8 p.m. Saturday, April 5
  • 2 p.m. Sunday, April 6

Location

Corbett Auditorium, CCM Village
University of Cincinnati

Purchasing Tickets

Tickets: $36 adult, $20 student, $15 UC faculty/staff, $10 UC student, $5 CCM student; group discounts available.

Experiencing the magic of CCM OnStage has never been easier! Purchase your tickets:

CCM's Box Office hours are Tue-Fri from 1-5 p.m. and one hour prior to curtain for ticketed performances. Hours subject to change based on the University of Cincinnati calendar. Our Box Office staff is always ready to answer your questions by phone at 513-556-4183 or email at boxoff@uc.edu.

UC student, faculty & staff ticket options

Current UC students can purchase up to two tickets for each CCM OnStage concert and show at the discounted rate of just $10 per ticket; the discounted rate for current CCM students is $5 per ticket. Learn more about student tickets.

Current UC faculty and staff can purchase up to two tickets for each CCM OnStage concert or show at discounted rates (prices vary by performance). Learn more on the Box Office website.

Directions and Parking

CCM is located on the campus of the University of Cincinnati. For detailed driving directions, visit ccm.uc.edu/directions.

Parking is available in UC's CCM Garage (located at the base of Corry Boulevard off Jefferson Avenue) and additional garages throughout the UC campus. Effective July 1, 2023, all University of Cincinnati Parking Services locations are cashless. Pay for parking securely with your credit/debit card. All major credit cards accepted.

CCM OnStage patrons can add pre-paid parking to their checkout carts when purchasing tickets. Pre-paid parking is date/performance specific. CCM Garage parking rates for a performance or special event is usually available for $10-15. Learn more about parking at UC's CCM Garage.

For additional information on parking at UC, please visit uc.edu/about/parking.

Next OnStage

There's more to explore - view our full performance schedule by monthor visit the CCM Box Office websiteto buy tickets.

Stay up to date on CCM news and events by subscribing to our Next OnStage email newsletter, which is published every other Wednesday. Visit ccm.uc.edu/subscribe to sign up for email updates.

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Kierra Mykel

CCM Graduate Assistant, Marketing + Communications

ccmpr@ucmail.uc.edu

Kierra Mykel is a graduate student studying Arts Administration at CCM. Kierra is a graduate of Baldwin Wallace University and recently studied abroad in London to learn more about their theatre history and the performing arts industry.

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