What is Coppélia about?

Coppélia follows Franz, a young man who falls for a beautiful figure he sees in a window, not realizing she is a lifelike doll built by the inventor Dr. Coppélius. His fiancée Swanhilda investigates, leading to a charming case of mistaken identity, mischief, and a joyful wedding.

How long is the performance?

Coppélia runs approximately ninety minutes including one intermission.

Is Coppélia appropriate for young children?

Yes. Coppélia is a lighthearted, family-friendly ballet full of comedy and charm, suitable for audiences of all ages. We recommend it for children aged five and up, since following the comic storyline holds attention best with a bit more age.

Where is the Covey Center for the Arts?

The Covey Center for the Arts is located at 425 W Center St, Provo, Utah 84601, right in the heart of downtown Provo and easy to reach from anywhere in Utah County.

Is there parking at the Covey Center?

Yes. Free parking is available in the lot adjacent to the Covey Center as well as on surrounding streets. We recommend arriving 20 to 30 minutes before the performance to allow time to park and find your seats.

What should I wear to Coppélia?

There is no strict dress code. Most patrons dress in smart casual to semi-formal attire. Many guests enjoy dressing up for the occasion, which adds to the charm of the evening. Come as you are and enjoy the show.

Is this performed with a live orchestra?

Yes. Utah Metropolitan Ballet performs Coppélia with a full live orchestra. Delibes' shimmering score is performed in real time by professional musicians in the pit, and it is one of the things that sets our production apart and makes the experience truly unforgettable.

COPPÉLIA

UTAH METROPOLITAN BALLET PRESENTS

Step into a world of mistaken identity, mechanical wonder, and irresistible charm as Utah Metropolitan Ballet brings Coppélia to life with sparkling choreography, a lush orchestral score, and unforgettable comic romance at the Covey Center for the Arts in Provo, Utah.

March 4–6, 2027
Covey Center for the Arts
425 W Center St, Provo, Utah

Thursday, March 4, 2027 — 7:00 PM | Opening Night
Friday, March 5, 2027 — 7:00 PM
Saturday, March 6, 2027 — 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Coppelia ticket prices IN PROVO, UTAH

World-class professional ballet with a live orchestra, sparkling choreography, and handcrafted sets. Right here in Utah County, at a fraction of what you would pay to drive up north.

Seating A

$66.00 (includes online fee)

Seating B

$56.00 (includes online fee)

Seating C

$51.00 (includes online fee)

Seating D

$41.00 (includes online fee)

Seating E

$31.00 (includes online fee)

UTAH COUNTY'S COPPELIA costs less. OUR AUDIENCES SAY IT delivers more.

SEE ALL REVIEWS

A comparable seat at a certain Salt Lake City ballet company runs anywhere from $75 to over $400 per ticket, before you factor in the drive, the parking, and the hotel if you make a night of it. Utah Metropolitan Ballet's Coppelia seats start at $31 and top out at $66. Same level of live orchestra. Same level of professional dancers. Same breathtaking production value. Right here in Provo, ten minutes from home.

Do not take our word for it. Read what our audiences say, including those who have seen both.

I thought the few shows I've seen were great. Lovely experiences and I don't have to drive to SLC.

REBECCA WEB

The level of skill and talent that you see at a UMB performance is on another level. They may not be the most famous ballet in the state, but they are definitely the best ballet in the state.

NICOLE LINDE

Venue is great, no bad seats. Very affordable. The dancers are incredible!

STEPHANIE DE LA ROSA

A COMEDY OF MISTAKEN IDENTITY

A STORY THAT HAS CHARMED AUDIENCES for 150 Years

In a quiet village square, a young man named Franz becomes hopelessly infatuated with a beautiful figure he sees in the window of the eccentric inventor Dr. Coppélius, never realizing she is a lifelike mechanical doll. His fiancée, Swanhilda, suspicious and determined, sneaks into the inventor's workshop to uncover the truth, setting off one of the most beloved comic mix-ups in all of classical ballet.

Set to Léo Delibes' shimmering, instantly hummable score, Coppélia moves from village courtship to candlelit workshop mischief to a joyful wedding day, all without losing its sense of humor along the way.

Utah Metropolitan Ballet's production of Coppélia combines world-class dancing, vibrant costumes, and handcrafted sets to create one of the most charming evenings on the company's season calendar.

Whether this is your very first ballet or a beloved classic you return to, Coppélia offers an experience full of warmth, wit, and wonder.

IF YOU'RE searching FOR...

A lighthearted, family-friendly ballet full of charm and comic timing

An introduction to one of the most beloved scores in classical ballet

The kind of performance that turns first-timers into lifelong ballet fans

An evening this March that Utah County can look forward to

...this is the classic audiences come back to discover all over again.

WHAT MAKES COPPÉLIA UNFORGETTABLE

From the soaring sound of a live orchestra to handcrafted sets, every detail is designed for delight.

STUNNING LIVE ORCHESTRA

Every sparkling melody and every comic beat lands exactly as it should because our musicians are right there in the pit, bringing Delibes' score to life in real time.

UTAH COUNTY'S OWN CLASSICAL BALLET

For families across Utah County, world-class classical ballet no longer means a drive to Salt Lake City. Once you experience this level of artistry this close to home, you keep coming back.

A STORY THE WHOLE FAMILY WILL LOVE

A mysterious doll. A case of mistaken identity. A wedding day mix-up. Coppélia is built on the kind of timeless comic storytelling that works on a five year old and a seventy five year old sitting in the exact same row.

DANCERS WHO BRING THE COMEDY TO LIFE

These are not just ballet dancers. They are fully committed comic and dramatic artists, bringing wit, charm, and technical brilliance to every single moment on stage.

STUNNING SETS & COSTUMES

From the sunlit village square to Dr. Coppélius's candlelit workshop full of mechanical dolls, every scene is crafted to pull you straight into the story.

AN EVENING THAT STAYS WITH YOU

Long after the curtain falls, you will find yourself humming the melodies and already planning who to bring next time. That is what Coppélia does.

WHAT UTAH FAMILIES ARE SAYING ABOUT UMB

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I've been going to Utah Metropolitan Ballet's performances for 20 years and every performance is always absolutely stunning.

ELLEN CHRISTENSON

This is such a beautiful company. The dancers are stellar.

AMBER FREESTONE

Amazing international and local dancers, beautiful choreography and set design, original musical scores, live orchestra.

WILLIAM MILLER

Comic magic awaits in this charming ballet filled with mischievous mechanical dolls, mistaken identity, and the timeless courtship of Swanhilda and her beloved Franz.

With vibrant costumes, dazzling sets, and spirited choreography, this cherished production will delight audiences of every age and create memories to last a lifetime.

A GLIMPSE BEHIND THE CURTAIN OF Utah's favorite Nutcracker

While larger companies up north stage their own productions of the classics, Utah County has its own professional company bringing Coppélia to life right here in Provo. Utah Metropolitan Ballet performs with a live orchestra and professional dancers delivering the same artistry audiences travel hours, and pay far more, to see elsewhere.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

JOIN US AT Coppélia COMING TO PROVO THIS MARCH

Seats fill fast and Coppélia is one of the most charming shows on this season's calendar. Secure your spot now for an evening of comedy, romance, and world-class dancing. Come for the laughs. Stay for the music. Leave humming the melodies.

Explore THE FULL SEASON

Coppélia is just the beginning. Utah Metropolitan Ballet performs four major productions every season, each one as extraordinary as the last. If you loved Coppélia, here is what is coming next.

SNOW WHITE

Sept 18–19 | UVU Noorda Theater

NUTCRACKER

Dec 11–21 | The Covey Center

TRIBUTE

Apr 15–16 | The Covey Center

GETTING HERE

Covey Center for the Arts
425 W Center St, Provo, Utah 84601

Free parking available on site and on surrounding streets
Doors open 30 minutes before each performance
Accessible seating available, contact the Covey Center to make special arrangements