The Magic and Macabre in Opera Tour

Not all operas end happily ever after. Immerse yourself in the wicked world of theatre villains, divas and dark magic on this unique, themed Royal Opera House tour.

Venture backstage to learn about some of the most iconic characters and props in the opera repertory, from the formidable witch from Humperdinck's Hansel and Gretel to Baron Scarpia from Puccini's Tosca.

Take in the grandeur of full-scale sets and find out which prop house is inspired by Alfred Hitchcock's film Psycho.

See costumes, learn what fake blood is made from, hear how lighting effects can create the illusion of fantasy and uncover what makes our infamous villains just so good!

As the Royal Opera House is a working theatre each tour provides a unique experience and content may vary according to what spaces are available on the day.