Highlights
Frankenstein
5–23 March 2019
Love, grief and the desire for power over death fuel a tragic spiral of events in Liam Scarlett's ballet adaptation of Mary Shelley's masterpiece.
Katya Kabanova
21–26 February 2019
Richard Jones's production of Janácek's tragic opera about a lonely wife longing for love is packed with psychological insight.
Don Quixote
20 February–4 April 2019
Love and friendship triumph in Carlos Acosta's vibrant production of this dazzling ballet.
A Man of Good Hope
16 April–4 May 2019
The true story of a young refugee’s journey through Africa told through music, singing and dance, based on the book by Jonny Steinberg.
Within the Golden Hour / New Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui / Flight Pattern
8–21 May 2019
The contemporary face of The Royal Ballet in revivals of works by Christopher Wheeldon and Crystal Pite and a world premiere by Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui.
La forza del destino
21 March–22 April 2019
Verdi's sweepingly ambitious opera on war, religion, love and fate is given a cinematic staging by Christof Loy.
Così fan tutte
25 February–16 March 2019
Mozart's opera about love and fidelity is given a playfully theatrical treatment by Jan Philipp Gloger.
Romeo and Juliet
26 March–11 June 2019
Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers encounter passion and tragedy in Kenneth MacMillan's 20th-century ballet masterpiece.
Andrea Chénier
20 May–9 June 2019
David McVicar's historically detailed production brings Giordano's French Revolution opera thrillingly alive.
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24–30 May 2019
Extraordinary Canadian dance company Cas Public returns to the Royal Opera House with a work for children and adults which takes dancer Cai Glover’s hearing impairment as an inspiration point.
Open
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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.
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Stop for a coffee, meet friends for a drink, enjoy an outstanding lunch or dinner – we have a variety of spaces, whether you’re just visiting or seeing a show.
Other events
Insights: Superwomen of the Royal Opera House
8–18 March 2019
Hear from some of the ‘superwomen’ who work behind-the-scenes at the Royal Opera House in this series of pre-performance events to celebrate International Women's Day.
Recitals at Lunch
25 February–22 July 2019
Experience an exciting programme of music in the opulent setting of the historic Royal Opera House Crush Room, and nearby St Clement Danes.
Thurrock Tour
22 February–28 June 2019
Discover the fascinating world of the craftspeople who create stunning costumes, scenery and sets for the Royal Opera House on a tour of the Bob and Tamar Manoukian Production Workshop and Costume Centre.
Live at Lunch
24 February–26 July 2019
Drop by for free lunchtime performances, featuring Royal Opera House artists and guest artists.
Family Sundays
17 March–28 July 2019
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.
Covent Garden Legends and Landmarks Tour
20 February–30 April 2019
Step back into history and discover more about the Royal Opera House and the legends of London’s Theatre Land.
Sing at the Royal Opera House
1 March–19 July 2019
All ages and abilities are welcome to join in and sing in an opera chorus.
Insights: In Conversation with Isango Ensemble
23 April 2019
Join members of the award-winning South African theatre company Isango Ensemble as they talk about their work and their debut at the Royal Opera House.
Insights: Phaedra
25 April 2019
Join members of the Jette Parker Young Artists Programme to find out about Hans Werner Henze's final opera as they prepare to bring it to life in the Linbury Theatre.