Open
Now open every day from 10am
Highlights
Manon
2 October–6 November 2019
Main Stage
Kenneth MacMillan’s powerful telling of Manon and Des Grieux’s tragic love is a masterpiece of modern ballet, set to music by Massenet.
Agrippina
23 September–11 October 2019
Main Stage
Opera and music
Joyce DiDonato as the ultimate political operator, Agrippina, heads a specialist cast in Handel’s early operatic success.
The Intelligence Park
25 September–4 October 2019
Linbury Theatre
Opera and music
Gerald Barry’s brilliant, surreal and startling first opera.
The Magic Flute
1–27 November 2019
Main Stage
Mozart’s glorious opera is brought enchantingly to life in David McVicar’s production with beautiful designs by John Macfarlane.
The Sleeping Beauty
7 November 2019–16 January 2020
Main Stage
Ballet and dance
Broadcast to cinemas
Journey with The Royal Ballet to an enchanted world of princesses, fairy godmothers and magical spells in this landmark production of Petipa’s classic ballet, to Tchaikovsky's glorious music.
Les Beaux dormants
21–24 November 2019
Linbury Theatre
Ballet and dance
Le Ballet de l’Opéra national du Rhin performs Hélène Blackburn’s family ballet exploring all the physical and emotional changes that come with blossoming adulthood: easy for some, but a nightmare for others.
Death in Venice
21 November–6 December 2019
Main Stage
Opera and music
David McVicar’s new production of Britten’s intense and atmospheric opera about a burnt-out, middle-aged writer obsessed with youth while haunted by death.
Coppélia
28 November 2019–7 January 2020
Main Stage
Broadcast to cinemas
A classic returns to The Royal Ballet with Ninette de Valois’ charming and funny ballet of love, mischief and mechanical dolls.
Open
Now open every day from 10am
Come and experience all the Royal Opera House has to offer – stunning performances, delicious food and drink, inspiring interactive events and a perfect place to relax in the heart of Covent Garden.
Ballet
Eat & drink
Stop for a coffee, meet friends for drinks, enjoy a delicious lunch, dinner or afternoon tea – we have a mix of places for you to try whether you’re just visiting or seeing a show.
Other events
Insights: The Royal Ballet in Class
17 October 2019
Main Stage
Ballet and dance
Watch The Royal Ballet warm up and prepare for rehearsals in an intimate open class.
Insights: the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House in rehearsal
17 October 2019
Clore Studio
Opera and music
Watch the acclaimed Orchestra of the Royal Opera House rehearse live.
Recitals at Lunch
9 September 2019–24 February 2020
Royal Opera House
Opera and music
Experience an exciting programme of music in the opulent setting of the historic Royal Opera House Crush Room, and nearby St Clement Danes.
Family Sundays
29 September 2019–12 January 2020
Royal Opera House
Workshops and activities
Discover more about opera, ballet and the Royal Opera House in fun-packed Sundays, ideal for all the family, with a range of exciting and creative activities.
Meet the Young Artists Week
30 September–6 October 2019
Multiple venues
Opera and music
A chance to meet the new Jette Parker Young Artists and hear them perform alongside those continuing for their second Season.
Insights: The Sleeping Beauty and Me
14 November–4 December 2019
Clore Studio
Join dancers of The Royal Ballet past and present in this series of illuminating pre-performance talks as they reflect on what it takes to perform Petipa’s classic ballet.
Sing at the Royal Opera House
20 September 2019–21 February 2020
Royal Opera House
Workshops and activities
All ages and abilities are welcome to join in and sing in an opera chorus.
Tea Dance
16 September 2019–17 February 2020
Royal Opera House
Ballet and dance
Come dancing and cha-cha-cha along to the Royal Opera House Dance Band, in beautiful surroundings that combine grandeur and elegance.
Live at Lunch
6 September 2019–28 February 2020
Multiple venues
Opera and music
Drop by for free lunchtime performances, featuring Royal Opera House artists and guest artists.