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Cookie usage

This cookie usage policy should be read in conjunction with the Royal Opera House Privacy Notice. Please read this cookie usage policy carefully to understand how the Royal Opera House uses cookies.

When you visit www.roh.org.uk the Royal Opera House may store some information commonly known as a “cookie” on your computer. A cookie helps you get the best out of the website and helps the Royal Opera House provide you with a more customised service.

The following table sets out which cookies the Royal Opera House uses, their purpose, how intrusive they may be considered, and when they expire.

If you have any questions about the following information please contact the Data Protection Officer dpo@roh.org.uk

Cookies Purpose
sessionkey
ROH session cookie
Essential
This cookie is necessary because it enables the Royal Opera House to sell tickets, goods and other services. This cookie is used to keep track of a user’s session when logged onto the site.
cookieconsent
ROH persistent cookie
Essential
This cookie is essential in order to ensure compliance with current Data privacy laws. This cookie is used to record if a user has allowed cookies to be placed on their computer.
cookie_most_read
ROH persistent cookie
Non-essential
This cookie is used to record how many times an article has been read.
goto
ROH session cookie
Non-essential
This cookie is used to record where a user should be redirected to after signing in.
__utm(x)
Google analytics persistent cookies
Non-essential
Google analytics cookies to help us get visitor and traffic statistics
fb(xx_xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx)
Facebook persistent cookies
Non-essential
Facebook cookies to allow users post comments using their facebook account

Please note that the ticketing part of our website is closed due to maintenance. It will reopen tomorrow morning.

Cookies on the Royal Opera House website

The way we handle cookies is changing. If you want to disable non-essential cookies you must now use your browser settings. Read more about why we have made this change and find out how to update your cookie settings. If you continue using the website we'll assume that you are happy for your browser to store cookies set by the Royal Opera House.

Cookies on the Royal Opera House website

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience. If you continue using the website we'll assume that you are happy for your browser to store cookies set by the Royal Opera House. Learn more about our cookie usage and how to change your cookie settings.