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Pretty Yende as Semele

  • Main Stage

  • Opera and music

Semele

Semele

18 July 2025

Experience Handel’s opera of desire and destruction in a darkly satirical new staging.

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A dramatic scene from Adele Thomas’s Il trovatore, depicting a group of around two dozen men in the centre of the frame, dressed in medieval-style clothing and armor, appearing confused and alarmed. In the background, a blurred, looming figure accompanied by two horned soldiers seems poised to descend upon them, intensifying the sense of impending conflict.

  • Main Stage

  • Opera and music

Il trovatore

Il trovatore

16 - 19 July 2025

Verdi’s opera of obsession and superstition returns to the Royal Opera House.

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A group of children dressed in black sing on a stage. The lighting is tinged pink and purple.

  • Linbury Theatre

  • Opera and music

The Wish Thief

The Wish Thief

You live in a perfect town, with a perfect leader and perfect rules — what more could you wish for? Well be careful, your wishes might just come true. 

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Jette Parker Artists Summer Performance 2025

  • Main Stage

  • Opera and music

Jette Parker Artists Summer Performance 2025

Jette Parker Artists Summer Performance 2025

20 July 2025 - 26 July 2026

Join us for an unforgettable evening with some of the brightest new talents of the opera world.

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An actor playing Tosca in Oliver Mears’ production of Tosca stands in a dramatic red gown against a marble-textured wall. Her hands are pressed above her head and her body angled towards it, while parts of the wall appear to be cracking around her. A strong diagonal shadow casts across the wall, adding depth and tension to the composition. The setting is abstract and theatrical, with cool-toned lighting contrasting against the flowing red fabric.

  • Main Stage

  • Opera and music

Tosca

Tosca

11 September - 7 October 2025

The splendour of Rome. The devastation of war. Puccini’s operatic thriller returns in an epic new production.  

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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. 

  • Main Stage

  • Ballet and dance

Like Water for Chocolate

Like Water for Chocolate

1 - 24 October 2025

Nothing tastes better than forbidden love.

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The soprano Tuuli Takala performs as the Queen of the Night in The Magic Flute. She stands in the centre of the stage, her arms spread outwards with the mesh was her long black ballgown by her wrists. The stage behind her is painted in blue and black brushstrokes with white dots making up the constellation of stars.  

  • Main Stage

  • Opera and music

The Magic Flute

The Magic Flute

10 October - 3 November 2025

Mozart's masterpiece – an enchanting quest for love and wisdom.

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An actor playing Tosca in Oliver Mears’ production of Tosca stands in a dramatic red gown against a marble-textured wall. Her hands are pressed above her head and her body angled towards it, while parts of the wall appear to be cracking around her. A strong diagonal shadow casts across the wall, adding depth and tension to the composition. The setting is abstract and theatrical, with cool-toned lighting contrasting against the flowing red fabric.

  • Opera and music

In Cinemas: Tosca

In Cinemas: Tosca

The splendour of Rome. The devastation of war. Puccini’s operatic thriller returns in an epic new production. Watch in cinemas from Wednesday 1 October 2025.

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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 Tuesday 21 Octob...

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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.

  • 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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Ondine (2009)

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  • Ballet and dance

Ondine (2009)

Ondine (2009)

Miyako Yoshida dances the title role in the hauntingly beautiful underwater world of Frederick Ashton's Ondine.

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Opera singer Pretty Yende is photographed as Semele, a character in the opera of the same name. Semele gazes up at an unseen person who casts a looming shadow over her.

  • Online only

  • Opera and music

Semele (2025): Insights

Semele (2025): Insights

As Semele opens on the Main Stage, this special Insight event explores the inspirations behind the new production.

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The stage is filled with a variety of characters in bright costumes and outfits - a singer wearing a gold dress and purple feather boa stands in the centre while people on stilts playing trumpets are lit creating shadows.

  • Online only

  • Opera and music

The Tales of Hoffmann (2024)

The Tales of Hoffmann (2024)

Four women: four curious love stories.

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Mayerling (2018)

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  • Ballet and dance

Mayerling (2018)

Mayerling (2018)

Dangerous desires, family secrets and political intrigue.

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Many performers stand on stage around a sculpture of a crucified Jesus. The stage is supposed to look like an old town during a revolution with old buildings and flags in performers hands.

  • Online only

  • Opera and music

Faust (2025): Insight

Faust (2025): Insight

Cast and creatives come together to discuss David McVicar’s production of Faust ahead of its return to the Main Stage.

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10 ballet dancers stand on a blue-set stage holding their right arms in the air. In the centre, there are 5 dancers and either side of hte stage are three dancers - all are wearing skirts. The dancer at the front is being held by the waist by another dancer wearing blue trousers and top.

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  • Ballet and dance

Insights: Patricia Neary, Balanchine and The Royal Ballet

Insights: Patricia Neary, Balanchine and The Royal Ballet

This special Insights event celebrates Patricia Neary’s long association with The Royal Ballet.

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Summer Sale now on! Explore a wide range of your favourite products, now with up to 50% off

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Step into the Spotlight: An exclusive on-stage Tour

  • Royal Opera House

  • Tours

Step into the Spotlight: An exclusive on-stage Tour

Step into the Spotlight: An exclusive on-stage Tour

Explore the Main Stage of the Royal Opera House. See behind the scenes, witness technical demos and see how productions come to life with this rare opportunity to stand on our stage.

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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.

  • Royal Opera House

  • 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.

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Behind the Scenes Tour

  • Royal Opera House

  • Tours

Behind the Scenes Tour

Behind the Scenes Tour

16 July - 31 October 2025

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

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

  • Royal Opera House

  • Workshops and activities

  • Opera and music

Recitals at Lunch

Recitals at Lunch

6 October - 15 December 2025

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

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Live at Lunch

  • Paul Hamlyn Hall

  • Opera and music

Live at Lunch

Live at Lunch

3 October - 12 December 2025

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

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Sip and Sketch: Costume Design Tour

  • Royal Opera House

  • Tours

Sip and Sketch: Costume Design Tour

Sip and Sketch: Costume Design Tour

2 August - 19 October 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.

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Family Sundays

  • Royal Opera House

  • Workshops and activities

  • Ballet and dance

Family Sundays

Family Sundays

26 October - 30 November 2025

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

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HerStory of the Royal Opera House

  • Royal Opera House

  • Tours

HerStory of the Royal Opera House

HerStory of the Royal Opera House

14 August - 27 September 2025

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

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