The Royal Ballet & Opera - Shows & Events
The Royal Ballet & Opera
Shows & Events
Royal Opera House Behind the Scenes Tour
Monday 27 July - Friday 30 October 2026
Take a look in the areas that are normally off-limits to the public, including rehearsal studios, costumes and production workshops. Join one of the expert guides and gain unique insight into the many secrets and spaces of the Royal Opera H...
Sip and Sketch - Royal Ballet & Opera Costume Design Tour
Saturday 1 August - Saturday 19 September 2026
Peek inside the Royal Ballet and Opera's costume workroom and witness where designs come to life. Then, relax with a Bellini in the bar while trying your hand at sketching your own designs. The Royal Opera House stage has showcased some of ...
Royal Opera House Architecture Tour
Wednesday 12 - Saturday 15 August 2026
Learn about the architecture of the world-famous Victorian theatre and its transformation over the centuries. Explore the architectural evolution of the Royal Opera House, tracing its remarkable transformation through the ages. Discover the...
HerStory of the Royal Opera House Tour
Saturday 15 August - Saturday 3 October 2026
Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Royal Opera House and discover the stories of the incredible women who have shaped its legacy since the 18th century. This tour takes you through the remarkable journeys of those who have managed,...
Insights: The Royal Ballet in Rehearsal
Wednesday 23 September - Thursday 29 October 2026
Watch Royal Ballet dancers and coaches in rehearsal as they prepare some of the works they will soon perform on stage. ...
Royal Opera House Family Sundays
Sunday 18 October - Sunday 29 November 2026
Discover opera, ballet and the Royal Opera House with fun-packed creative activities for all the family. Family Sundays are a great way to explore the Royal Opera House, its artists and the world of opera and ballet in a fun relaxed environ...
Royal Opera - Carmen
Thursday 29 October - Saturday 21 November 2026
Damiano Michieletto's searing production returns, casting a new light on the lust, violence and passion of Bizet's ever-popular opera. Following its premiere in the 2023/24 Season, Damiano Michieletto's 'simmering, naturalistic' (Guardian) ...
Royal Ballet - The Nutcracker
Thursday 3 December 2026 - Wednesday 13 January 2027
Light up your Christmas with Peter Wright's enchanting production of The Nutcracker. Peter Wright's production of The Nutcracker has been enchanting children and adults alike since its first performance by The Royal Ballet in 1984. Julia...
The Royal Ballet - Swan Lake
Saturday 27 March - Monday 31 May 2027
Swan Lake has had a special role in the repertory of The Royal Ballet since 1934. Since then, there has been a succession of productions, the most recent of which was a new production created in 2018 with additional choreography by Liam Sca...
Royal Opera - Tosca
Monday 12 April - Wednesday 5 May 2027
The splendour of Rome. The devastation of war. Puccini's operatic thriller returns in an epic new production. Anna Netrebko and Aleksandra Kurzak share the title role, starring alongside Freddie De Tommaso and Gerald Finley in a thrilli...
Royal Opera - Madama Butterfly
Sunday 4 - Saturday 24 July 2027
Eternal longing for a love lost in Puccini's devastating opera. A standout triple cast includes Elena Stikhina, Hrachuhi Bassenz and Asmik Grigorian as the innocent and idealistic Cio-Cio-San and Saimir Pirgu, SeokJong Baek and Joshua Guerr...
