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The ballet dancer Francesca Hayward wears a white dress and partially crouches on the floor with her left arm stretched upwards. She is leaning back with her long brown hair flowing downwards, almost to rest on the legs of the dancer Marcelino Sambé who is crouched down looking into her eyes. He is wearing only grey trousers. They are performing as Tita and Pedro in The Royal Ballet’s Like Water for Chocolate.

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Ballet and dance

Like Water for Chocolate

Like Water for Chocolate

15 - 24 October 2025

Nothing tastes better than forbidden love.

The Makropulos Case

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Opera and music

The Makropulos Case

The Makropulos Case

4 - 21 November 2025

An immortal woman’s centuries-long life has left her isolated, longing for a release.

Blurred motion photograph of dancers of The Royal Ballet in flowing white dresses performing Balanchine’s Serenade on a dimly lit stage. The dancers' movements create a dreamy and ethereal effect, with their skirts billowing as they glide across the floor. The soft blue lighting enhances the sense of grace and fluidity in the performance.

Main Stage
Ballet and dance

Perspectives: Balanchine, Marston, Peck

Perspectives: Balanchine, Marston, Peck

14 November - 2 December 2025

Three ballets to ignite the imagination.

The stage is set with a large modernist concrete doorway with a tall window either side, three circular lights on the ceiling and five white flowerpots filled with white flowers. In the centre of the doorway, a performer dressed as a bride in a white dress holds up a bouquet of flowers in an angry pose, her veil sits on the floor. A chorus of performers, some of them are dressed in black and white maid uniforms and others in smart suits, look on.

Main Stage
Opera and music

Ariodante

Ariodante

9 - 21 December 2025

Court conspiracy meets baroque opera in Handel’s astonishing Ariodante, starring Emily D’Angelo and Jacquelyn Stucker.

Anna Rose O'Sullivan dressed in the costume for Lise in La Fille mal gardée. She wears a costume with a white bodice, light blue apron skirt, and brown corset and dances en pointe against a softly textured, multicolored backdrop. She holds a pink ribbons aloft, forming graceful arcs in the air as she smiles and strikes a joyful pose.

Main Stage
Ballet and dance

La Fille mal gardée

La Fille mal gardée

18 October 2025 - 9 June 2026

A ballet of pure sunshine.

In Cinemas

A surreal and theatrical stage scene from The Metropolitan Opera’s production of La Sonnambula. A bed with white sheets is suspended in mid-air, with a figure lying under the covers. Below, a group of people dressed in black cloaks and top hats stand in a row against a mountainous backdrop. The lower part of the stage features several open doors, from which women in flowing white dresses emerge. One woman kneels on the floor holding a blue flower, while another stands in a doorway. On the right side, a woman dressed in black peers out from behind a partially open door, which is marked with an ominous "X." Scattered blue flowers cover the wooden stage floor, adding to the eerie and dreamlike atmosphere.

Opera and music

In Cinemas: La sonnambula

In Cinemas: La sonnambula

Nadine Sierra stars as Amina in The Metropolitan Opera's new production of Bellini’s poignant tale of love lost and found, directed by Rolando Villazón. In cinemas from Saturday 18 Octo...

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Live in cinemas: La Fille mal gardée

Ballet and dance

Live in cinemas: La Fille mal gardée

Live in cinemas: La Fille mal gardée

Frederick Ashton’s ballet of pure sunshine live in cinemas from Wednesday 5 November 2025.

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Fumi Kaneko as Cinderella

Ballet and dance

In Cinemas: Cinderella

In Cinemas: Cinderella

This Christmas, be transported into an ethereal world where a sprinkling of fairy dust makes dreams come true. Cinderella comes to a cinema near you from Tuesday 25 November 2025.

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The ballet dancer Gary Avis performs as Herr Drosselmeyer in The Royal Ballet’s Nutcracker – he wears a grey powder wig, a white frilled shirt, a green bow tie, sparkly colourful waistcoat and a teal-coloured clothing cloak. Behind him is a gold carriage carrying two people who are looking out towards him. They are dancers Giacomo Rovero and Marianna Tsembenhoi who are performing as Hans Peter and Clara.

Ballet and dance

Live in cinemas: The Nutcracker

Live in cinemas: The Nutcracker

Journey into a magical kingdom and watch Peter Wright’s enchanting production of The Nutcracker live in cinemas from Wednesday 10 December 2025.

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A man and a woman embrace in a production image of La traviata. The woman, playing the character of Violetta Valery, is wearing a white dress and is at the front of the embrace. The man wearing, playing the character of Giorgio Germont, is wearing a dark suit and stands behind her.

Opera and music

Live in cinemas: La traviata

Live in cinemas: La traviata

Live and love, to the last breath. Watch Richard Eyre’s production of Verdi's sublime opera live in cinemas from Wednesday 14 January 2026.

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The ballet dancer Natalia Osipova walks on stage in a black dress and bare feet. She appears transparent and blurry, her image doubled behind her as though in movement. Behind her, multiple ballet dancers are blurry as though in movement. They are performing in The Royal Ballet’s production of Woolf Works.

Ballet and dance

Live in cinemas: Woolf Works

Live in cinemas: Woolf Works

Resident Choreographer Wayne McGregor’s experimental ballet triptych inspired by the genre-defying works and writings of Virginia Woolf, set to an original score by Max Richter. Watch W...

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two dancers embrace under a light. Their shadows are behind them and are coloured pink green and yellow

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An American in Paris (2025)

An American in Paris (2025)

Revel in the ballet scene from Christopher Wheeldon's Tony Award-winning musical An American in Paris.

Ashton Inspired: Ashley Page

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Ashton Inspired: Ashley Page

Ashton Inspired: Ashley Page

The second episode of the Ashton Inspired: Choreographers series. Ashley Page shares his memories of dancing for Frederick Ashton, and reflects on the impact of masterpieces such as Scè...

La Fille mal gardée (2025): The Royal Ballet in Rehearsal

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La Fille mal gardée (2025): The Royal Ballet in Rehearsal

La Fille mal gardée (2025): The Royal Ballet in Rehearsal

Watch Royal Ballet dancers and coaches in rehearsal as they prepare for Frederick Ashton’s ballet of pure sunshine, La Fille mal gardée.

The Magic Flute (2017)

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The Magic Flute (2017)

The Magic Flute (2017)

David McVicar's production of The Magic Flute weaves an enchanting tale from start to finish.

A production of Cinderella performed onstage by the Royal Ballet. The back of a man and woman dressed in white ballet costumes as they look upon a golden staircase that ascends into the sky as glitter falls around them.

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Cinderella (2023)

Cinderella (2023)

Through the seasons and the stars, where dreams blossom. A new production of a timeless classic.

Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon is in The Royal Ballet studios during a rehearsal for Corybantic Games. He stands with his back several dancers with his left leg extended. He points to his outstretched foot with his left hand, demonstrating a particular

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Ashton Inspired: Christopher Wheeldon

Ashton Inspired: Christopher Wheeldon

The first episode of the Ashton Inspired: Choreographers series. From first inspiration to lifelong influence — Christopher Wheeldon discusses Ashton’s La Fille mal gardée.

Like Water for Chocolate (2025): The Royal Ballet in Rehearsal

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Like Water for Chocolate (2025): The Royal Ballet in Rehearsal

Like Water for Chocolate (2025): The Royal Ballet in Rehearsal

Watch Royal Ballet dancers and coaches in rehearsal as they prepare for Christopher Wheeldon's Like Water for Chocolate.

Other Events

A film camera in the corner overlooks the back of Resident Choreographer Sir Wayne Mcgregor as he watches three dancers of The Royal Ballet rehearse in the centre of a studio. One dancer is leaning against another and the third is performing behind them.

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Ballet and dance
Opera and music
Workshops and activities

Insights

Insights

Discover more about our productions through a variety of talks, workshops and events, showcasing the world-class artists and creators working on stage and behind the scenes.

Behind the Scenes Tour

Royal Opera House
Tours

Behind the Scenes Tour

Behind the Scenes Tour

14 October 2025 - 30 January 2026

Take a look in the areas that are normally off-limits to the public, including rehearsal studios, costumes and production workshops.

Tea and Tour

Royal Opera House
Tours

Tea and Tour

Tea and Tour

15 October 2025 - 11 January 2026

Journey behind the scenes and delve into the history of Swan Lake on this ballet-themed tour, complete with a delicious afternoon tea.

Jukebox for Meet the Young Artists Week 2018, The Crush Room © 2018 ROH. Photographed by Roger Way

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Opera and music

Recitals at Lunch

Recitals at Lunch

20 October 2025 - 27 April 2026

Experience an exciting programme of music in the opulent setting of the historic Royal Opera House Crush Room.

Live at Lunch

Paul Hamlyn Hall
Opera and music

Live at Lunch

Live at Lunch

14 November 2025 - 24 April 2026

Free performances featuring Royal Ballet and Opera and guest artists. Admittance subject to capacity.

Sip and Sketch: Costume Design Tour

Royal Opera House
Tours

Sip and Sketch: Costume Design Tour

Sip and Sketch: Costume Design Tour

19 October - 23 November 2025

Peek inside our costume workroom and witness where designs come to life. Then, relax with a Bellini in our bar while trying your hand at sketching your own designs.

Family Sundays

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Workshops and activities

Family Sundays

Family Sundays

26 October 2025 - 26 April 2026

Discover opera, ballet and the Royal Opera House with fun-packed creative activities for all the family.

HerStory of the Royal Opera House

Royal Opera House
Tours

HerStory of the Royal Opera House

HerStory of the Royal Opera House

19 October - 9 November 2025

Immerse yourself in the history and stories of the Royal Opera House through the experiences of the incredible women who made it.