WHAT'S ON AT THE ROYAL OPERA HOUSE, LONDON
What's On at the Royal Opera House, London
Most Popular Shows and Events at Royal Opera House, London
Royal Ballet - Romeo and Juliet
Royal Opera House
Tue 25 Mar - Mon 26 May 2025
Royal Opera House Family Sundays
Royal Opera House
Sun 30 Mar - Sun 6 Jul 2025
National Ballet of Japan - Giselle
Royal Opera House
Thu 24 - Sun 27 Jul 2025
Royal Opera House Behind the Scenes Tour
Royal Opera House
Tue 25 Mar - Mon 28 Apr 2025
What's On at the Royal Opera House, London
Royal Ballet - Romeo and Juliet
Main Stage
Tuesday 25 March - Monday 26 May 2025
The greatest love story ever told - through ballet. Shakespeare's timeless tale of star-crossed lovers is transformed in Kenneth MacMillan's "mesmerising" (Telegraph) ballet. Shakespeare's great love story is brilliantly retold through this...Pam Tanowitz Dance - Neither Drums Nor Trumpets
Paul Hamlyn Hall
Tuesday 25 - Wednesday 26 March 2025
Neither Drums nor Trumpets explores performing rituals, and codified techniques in an unusually layered contemporary collage. Known for her deft and witty choreographic style, Tanowitz draws upon the Paul Hamlyn Halls' rich history as a for...Royal Opera House Behind the Scenes Tour
Royal Opera House, London
Tuesday 25 March - Monday 28 April 2025
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...Insights: In Conversation with Antonio Pappano and Barrie Kosky
Royal Opera House, London
Tuesday 25 March 2025
Following the glittering triumph of Das Rheingold in 2023, Barrie Kosky and Antonio Pappano plunge back into Wagner?s mythic universe with Die Walk?re.? ...Insights: The Royal Opera Chorus in Rehearsal
Royal Opera House, London
Wednesday 26 March 2025
Join The Royal Opera Chorus in rehearsal as they prepare for performances on the Main Stage. ...Royal Opera - Turandot
Main Stage
Thursday 27 March - Saturday 19 April 2025
Puccini's captivating opera of a cold-hearted princess and her mysterious suitor. Featuring the ever-popular 'Nessun dorma', this opera of love and revenge is brought to life in a dazzling production by Royal Opera. Drawing on Chinese and I...The Magic and Macabre in Opera Tour
Royal Opera House, London
Thursday 27 March - Thursday 24 April 2025
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 pro...Royal Ballet - Balanchine: Three Signature Works
Main Stage
Friday 28 March - Tuesday 8 April 2025
Sensuous and shimmering beauty in three works by the man who defined American ballet. When George Balanchine arrived on the shores of America, he changed the landscape of 20th-century ballet. With his company New York City Ballet, he create...Open Rehearsals for Friends of Covent Garden
Main Stage
Friday 28 March - Saturday 5 July 2025
Friends of Covent Garden members have the opportunity to purchase tickets to open rehearsals at the Royal Opera House. ...Insights: Masterclass
Royal Opera House, London
Friday 28 March 2025
Join members of the?Jette Parker Artists Programme for this opera masterclass ...Insights: Masterclass with Christopher Maltman
Royal Opera House, London
Friday 28 March 2025
As Die Walk?re comes to the Main Stage, join baritone Christopher Maltman and conductor Audrey Saint-Gil for this opera masterclass with members of the Jette Parker Artists Programme. ...Royal Opera House Family Sundays
Royal Opera House, London
Sunday 30 March - Sunday 6 July 2025
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...Recitals at Lunch
Crush Room
Monday 31 March - Monday 14 July 2025
Experience an exciting programme of music in the opulent setting of the historic Royal Opera House Crush Room. These regular lunchtime performances feature artists from The Royal Opera, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Jette Parker Artis...Tea Dance
Royal Opera House, London
Monday 31 March 2025
Come dancing and cha-cha-cha along to the Royal Opera House Dance Band, in beautiful surroundings that combine grandeur and elegance. ...Insights: Pimpinone
Royal Opera House, London
Tuesday 1 April 2025
Join the Jette Parker Artists as they prepare their production of Telemann?s rarely performed comic opera; celebrating its 300th anniversary. ...
Live at Lunch
Paul Hamlyn Hall
Friday 4 April - Friday 13 June 2025
Experience an exciting programme of free lunchtime performances inspired by the heritage of the Royal Ballet and Opera. Artists from The Royal Opera, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, The Royal Ballet and a range of guest artists perform ...Dance with The Royal Ballet
Royal Opera House, London
Friday 4 April - Friday 11 July 2025
Participate in a workshop led by a member of The Royal Ballet company. Learn and dance steps inspired by ballets performed at the Royal Opera House. Gain an active insight into the repertory of The Royal Ballet by learning steps and creativ...Royal Opera - Carmen
Main Stage
Wednesday 9 April - Thursday 3 July 2025
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) ...International Draft Works 2025
Royal Opera House, London
Wednesday 9 - Thursday 10 April 2025
A showcase of the ever-changing art form of ballet. ...Sip and Sketch - Royal Ballet & Opera Costume Design Tour
Royal Opera House, London
Sunday 13 April 2025
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 ...Pride of the ROH Tour
Royal Opera House, London
Sunday 13 April 2025
Explore the rich contributions made by the LGBTQ+ icons who have helped shape The Royal Ballet and The Royal Opera. From the enduring legacy of choreographer Frederick Ashton and composer George Frideric Handel, who challenged traditional...Royal Opera House Architecture Tour
Royal Opera House, London
Sunday 13 April 2025
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...Insights: Ballet to Broadway
Royal Opera House, London
Monday 14 April 2025
This special Insight brings together creatives and dancers of The Royal Ballet to discuss Ballet to Broadway, a mixed programme of some of Christopher Wheeldon's celebrated and versatile works. ...HerStory of the Royal Opera House Tour
Royal Opera House, London
Saturday 19 - Saturday 26 April 2025
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,...Sing at the Royal Opera House
Royal Opera House, London
Friday 25 April - Friday 4 July 2025
All ages and abilities are welcome to join in and sing in an opera chorus. Bring your friends, family and colleagues and explore some of the world's biggest tunes in a fun and lively atmosphere at the home of The Royal Opera. This is a part...Royal Opera - Die Walküre
Main Stage
Thursday 1 - Saturday 17 May 2025
Gods and mortals battle in the second chapter of Wagner's Ring cycle. Conductor Antonio Pappano and director Barrie Kosky reunite to continue the mythical adventure that began with Das Rheingold in 2023. Love and death, gods and mortals...Jette Parker Artists - Pimpinone
Linbury Theatre
Friday 2 - Saturday 17 May 2025
The Jette Parker Artists bring Telemann's rarely performed comic opera to life in 2025 to celebrate its 300th anniversary. The three scenes that make up Telemann's Pimpinone were first performed between the acts of Handel's Tamerlano in...Insights: Faust
Royal Opera House, London
Thursday 8 May 2025
In the run up to Faust returning to the Main Stage, this Insight event explores the themes and inspirations of David McVicar's dazzling production. ...Royal Ballet - Ballet to Broadway
Royal Opera House, London
Friday 9 - Tuesday 27 May 2025
Sensuous contemporary ballet meets the energy of musical theatre in four distinctive short works. Fool's Paradise, The Two of Us, Us, An American in Paris: four works showing the remarkable choreographic range of The Royal Ballet's Artis...Young RBO Exclusive - Behind the Scenes Tour
Royal Opera House, London
Thursday 15 May 2025
This tour is available exclusively to Young RBO members. Get a unique look behind the scenes at the Royal Opera House with this exclusive Young RBO member tour. Discover the artistry and craftsmanship that bring every performance to li...
Royal Opera - Faust
Main Stage
Friday 23 May - Tuesday 10 June 2025
Gounod's spectacular opera luxuriates in decadence and debauchery. Seductive as it is damning, Faust comes alive in David McVicar's spectacular production. Stefan Pop sings the title role, alongside Erwin Schrott's Mephistopheles and Li...Insights: In conversation with Anna Rose O'Sullivan and William Bracewell
Royal Opera House, London
Friday 23 May 2025
Principal dancers of The Royal Ballet, Anna Rose O?Sullivan and William Bracewell, discuss some of their career highlights, both as individual performers and as frequent dance partners. ...Royal Ballet - Onegin
Main Stage
Thursday 29 May - Thursday 12 June 2025
Pushkin's classic love story becomes a sumptuous ballet with John Cranko's choreography set to Tchaikovsky's soaring music. 60 years after its creation, Onegin's exploration of unrequited affection, impulsive choices and bitter regret still...Northern Ballet - Hansel & Gretel
Linbury Theatre
Thursday 29 - Saturday 31 May 2025
Northern Ballet reimagine this classic story in a delectable treat for all the family, a perfect way to introduce children to the world of ballet. Hansel and Gretel take a walk through the woods, unaware of the damage they leave behind. ...The Royal Ballet Class on Stage
Main Stage
Friday 30 May 2025
Get a glimpse into the daily life of the dancers of The Royal Ballet as they take class on the Main Stage. Morning class is a vital part of each day for dancers of The Royal Ballet. Catch this rare opportunity to watch them warm up and prep...Friends Open Day
Royal Opera House, London
Sunday 1 June 2025
You must be a member of RBO to order tickets. Max 4 tickets per Friend. The afternoon session is a repeat of the morning programme.? ...The Royal Ballet in Rehearsal
Royal Opera House, London
Monday 2 June 2025
Watch Royal Ballet dancers and coaches in rehearsal as they prepare some of the works they will soon perform on stage. Get a sneak peek of rehearsals for works from the upcoming season before they appear on the Royal Opera House's Main Stag...Catch a Sea Star
Clore Studio
Tuesday 3 - Saturday 7 June 2025
Seaglass Arts have created an interactive multisensory chamber opera for babies and young toddlers up to 2 1/2 years of age. Join us in an enchanting world where sparkling stars are reflected on the ocean floor, and the waves sing with the...Insights: Next Generation taking shape
Clore Studio
Friday 6 June 2025
Meet some of the young dancers performing in the Next Generation Festival; a showcase of talent from across the UK, Europe and around the world. A showcase of national and international talent, The Nest Generation Festival sees young dancer...American Ballet Theatre Studio Company
Linbury Theatre
Tuesday 10 - Wednesday 11 June 2025
American Ballet Theatre Studio Company return to the Linbury Theatre, bringing America's young dance talents to the Next Generation Festival. American Ballet Theatre Studio Company, now in its 30th anniversary year, develops the next gener...Insights: Semele
Royal Opera House, London
Thursday 12 June 2025
As Semele opens on the Main Stage, this special Insight event explores the inspirations behind the new production. ...Royal Ballet - Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Main Stage
Friday 13 - Saturday 28 June 2025
Tumble down the rabbit hole in this ballet adaptation of Lewis Carroll's famous family story. Journey through Wonderland with Alice and encounter a host of curious characters in Christopher Wheeldon's unique theatrical interpretation. Chris...The Youth Company of the Finnish National Ballet
Linbury Theatre
Friday 13 - Saturday 14 June 2025
The junior arm of Finland's premier ballet company return to the Linbury Theatre, presenting works by Julian Nicosia, Marco Goeke and Reija Ware. Established in 2013, the Youth Company of the Finnish National Ballet comprises 14 young dance...Ballet Central
Linbury Theatre
Tuesday 17 June 2025
Ballet Central is formed of final year students at Central School of Ballet, giving graduating students the opportunity of professional performing experience. This Season, they present a brand-new programme of classical ballet and contempor...Junior Ballet de l'Opéra National de Paris
Linbury Theatre
Thursday 19 - Friday 20 June 2025
Paris Opera Junior Ballet was created in 2024 as an incubator for young talent. The company consists of nine female and nine male dancers aged 17 to 23. The company trains and performs alongside the historic Paris Opera Ballet. ...
All About Us - Celebrating Diverse Voices in Ballet
Linbury Theatre
Saturday 21 June 2025
Chance to Dance Legacy and Connect companies, The Royal Ballet School's Primary Steps, National Youth Ballet and Joe Powell-Main come together for 'All About Us' to celebrate diverse voices in Ballet, for the Next Generation Festival. The R...CHANCE TO DANCE
Royal Opera House, London
Saturday 21 June 2025
Chance to Dance is the Royal Ballet's flagship young talent programme. The legacy?and Connect?companies return to the Linbury stage this season to celebrate diverse talent from across the country, performing a mixed bill of works inspir...THE ROYAL BALLET SCHOOL
Royal Opera House, London
Tuesday 24 - Wednesday 25 June 2025
The young talents of The Royal Ballet School return to the Linbury Theatre for Next Generation Festival. ...ENGLISH NATIONAL BALLET SCHOOL/RAMBERT SCHOOL
Royal Opera House, London
Friday 27 June 2025
English National Ballet School and Rambert School come together in the Linbury Theatre?. ...ZOONATION YOUTH COMPANY
Royal Opera House, London
Sunday 29 June 2025
Created by artistic directors Kate Prince and Dannielle Rhimes Lecointe, Lights Out showcases the talent of ZooNation?s next generation of dancers. ...Royal Opera - Semele
Main Stage
Monday 30 June - Friday 18 July 2025
Experience Handel's opera of desire and destruction in a darkly satirical new staging. Pretty Yende (who sang at the Coronation of King Charles III) stars in Handel's opera of power and privilege, in a new production directed by Oliver Mear...How to get to the Royal Opera House, London
Most Popular Shows and Events at Royal Opera House, London
Royal Ballet - Romeo and Juliet
Royal Opera House
Tue 25 Mar - Mon 26 May 2025
Royal Opera House Family Sundays
Royal Opera House
Sun 30 Mar - Sun 6 Jul 2025
National Ballet of Japan - Giselle
Royal Opera House
Thu 24 - Sun 27 Jul 2025
Royal Opera House Behind the Scenes Tour
Royal Opera House
Tue 25 Mar - Mon 28 Apr 2025
