London's newest and most intimate theatre.
The new Linbury Theatre is a world-class stage for The Royal Ballet, The Royal Opera and their collaborating artists and partners, and is the West End's newest and most intimate venue. The auditorium is newly re-developed and seats up to 406 people. Opening in December 2018, the inaugral Season includes works from the 18th century through to world premieres.
Upcoming productions
Astana Ballet
- 12–14 September 2019
The Republic of Kazakhstan’s leading ballet company, Astana Ballet, presents four masterpieces on their must-see summer tour.
The Intelligence Park
- 25 September—4 October 2019
Gerald Barry’s brilliant, surreal and startling first opera.
Cross Currents / Monotones II / New Tanowitz
- 10–11 October 2019
The Royal Ballet celebrates the legacy of pioneering American choreographer Merce Cunningham with a new work by Pam Tanowitz, and works by Ashton and Cunningham himself.
Zauberland
- 15–18 October 2019
Director Katie Mitchell and writer Martin Crimp create a new dramatic piece with composer Bernard Foccroulle that opens a dialogue between the 19th century and the present.
Dance Umbrella: The Future Bursts In
- 24–26 October 2019
Compagnie Amala Dianor and Ballet de Lorraine present a special programme to mark the Merce Cunningham Centennial.
The Kingdom of Back / Mamela / The Shape of Sound
- 5–7 November 2019
Northern Ballet demonstrates its range and skill in a mixed programme of works by Morgann Runacre-Temple, Mlindi Kulashe and Kenneth Tindall.
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The Royal Opera House's new Linbury Theatre is now open
17 January 2019The West End’s newest and most intimate theatre opens today with its first live performance.
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The Royal Opera House is now open every day from 10am
19 September 2018The 'Open Up' project comes to an end with the launch of a new café, bar and restaurant, free daytime events, and a brand new Linbury Theatre.