The safety of our visitors and staff are still our priority and we continue to have strict cleaning regimes and enhanced ventilation in place. All performances, events and tours are being sold at full seating capacities. You do not currently need to provide proof of vaccination to visit us. However, should Government guidance change we will let you know via this page. We strongly recommend that you visit our website before every visit for updates.

• Current safety measures
• Tickets
• Moving around the building
• The auditorium
• Facilities
• Dress code
• Attending with children
• Further information

Current safety measures

Wearing masks

As a courtesy to each other and to help us provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for everyone, please wear a face covering. Please be mindful of others and their personal space when moving around the theatre and queueing for bars and toilets.

Enhanced cleaning

We continue to have strict cleaning regimes and enhanced ventilation in place. We are frequently cleaning high-touch areas such as door handles, bannisters and toilets. We provide 100% fresh air through our ventilation system. Our toilets are ventilated 24 hours a day. Auditoria seating is also subject to anti-viral fogging regularly to ensure that no viruses live on surfaces or seats.

There are hand-sanitizing stations throughout the building.

COVID-19 symptoms

We kindly ask that you do not attend the theatre if you:

• have tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 10 days
• believe you may be infected with COVID-19, whether you have symptoms or not
• have experienced symptoms in the last 10 days
• have been in close proximity to anyone who has experienced symptoms in the last 10 days and you are not fully vaccinated
• have arrived in England in the last 10 days from a country where UK quarantine restrictions apply
• have been instructed to self-isolate

We encourage anyone in your group that is clinically extremely vulnerable, or who is in the same household or support bubble as someone who considers themselves vulnerable, to make their own assessment whether they should attend.

NHS Test and Trace

All members of your group who are aged 16 and over are encouraged to check in via the NHS COVID-19 app when you arrive at our building. The QR codes will be located near the entrances.

Tickets

E-tickets

Please note that we will be operating with e-tickets only. It is not possible to collect physical tickets. Please bring a device to show your e-ticket on or print it out before you come to the theatre.

Box Office opening times

The Box Office counter is open from 90 minutes before the start of a performance until the performance starts. It is not open at any other time. You can find out what's on and book tickets or contact us at any other time via the website.

Moving around the building

Security

We operate regular bag searches for safety purposes. At this time, security staff will do this from behind a screen, in a contact-free way.

Step-free access

Step-free access is available on both the right-hand side and left-hand side of the auditorium. Step-free access to the left hand side of the auditorium is currently subject to delay due to only one lift being in operation.

Changes to lift access

Please note that due to ongoing lift maintenance there is no guaranteed lift access to Balcony Left in the Main Stage Auditorium. If you require lift access, we do not recommend booking seats in Balcony Left.

The Royal Opera House is committed to accessibility for everyone. We encourage all customers with access requirements to join our Access Scheme, or to get in touch with us so that we can meet your requirements and preferences.

The auditoria

You can find the layout of our auditoria here.

• Royal Opera House Main Auditorium Seating Plan (PNG)
• Linbury Theatre Seating Plan (PDF)
• Clore Studio Seating Plan (PNG)

You may not be able to see all of the stage from some seats in the theatre. This can be due to it being a side view, or because of obstructions like tier ledges, safety rails, pillars or ceiling overhang. You can find out about view restrictions and other details for a particular seat either online, by telephone or at the box office.

Standing places are not recommended for people under 5'4'' (1.6m), due to view restrictions from tier ledges, leaning bars or audience members in the row in front.

Camera restricted view seats; and listening seats may still be available for performances on the Main Stage.

In the case of an emergency, please listen to staff and follow instructions to safely exit the building.

Ice creams

You can buy ice creams to be enjoyed inside the auditorium.

Drinks

Drinks are not permitted inside the auditoria except bottled water. Drinks bought at our bars must be consumed before entering.

Facilities

Toilets

Audience members can use toilet facilities, which are regularly sanitised and ventilated 24 hours a day.

Cloakroom

Cloakroom facilities are not available. Please bring only essential items that you can store under your seat. Large items cannot be taken into the auditorium.

Cash and card payments

We are a cashless venue and we can only accept card and contactless payment methods.

Dress code

There is no formal dress code. We want everyone to feel comfortable and able to engage with what is happening on stage, and so we encourage audiences and visitors to wear whatever they feel comfortable wearing. We only ask that feet and torsos are covered.

Attending with children

Anyone is welcome at the Royal Opera House. Please do not bring children under the age of five into the auditorium unless they are attending a specific family event. We welcome children aged 5­ and above. They must have their own ticket and sit next to an accompanying adult.

Further information

Types of event

On the website, we indicate where a performance might be different from usual. These indicators can be found next to performances listed on a production page, or on the event page for that performance. These indicators are explained below:

• BSL: the performance will be interpreted from the side of the stage by a British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter.
• Cast change: the casting for this performance is different from previously advertised. Click to expand and see further details.
• Early start: the performance or event begins earlier than might be expected, e.g. 7pm instead of 7.30pm, or 12pm instead of 2pm. Please check the start time before making travel plans.
• Filming: there will be cameras in the auditorium or studio. In the main auditorium, some sightlines may be affected by the cameras, and tickets for these seats are sold only over the phone and are not available online. Please contact the Box Office by email at BoxOffice@roh.org.uk.
• First perf.: the first performance of a run.
• Last perf.: the last performance of a run.
• Matinee: this performance or event takes place during the day rather than in the evening.
• No interval: this performance or event runs straight through without an interval.
• Relaxed: this performance has been modified to make it accessible for audience members with Autism Spectrum Disorders or other learning disabilities. Changes might include: introductions to characters at the start of performances to prevent surprises or shocks during the show; adjustments to the lighting and sound; removal of pyrotechnics or other stage effects that can be startling; or other changes made in consultation with these audiences. There may be more sound and movement from audience members, as well as opportunities for them to take time out from the performance.

Risk Assessments

View or download our risk assessment for performances at the Royal Opera House (PDF, 194 KB)