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Whether you're new to ballet and opera or you've loved them all your life, we have something for you.

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All events Opera and Music Ballet and Dance

Royal Opera House
Tours

Summer exclusive: Extended behind the Scenes Tour

26–28 August 2026

Explore rarely-seen areas in this two and a half hour summer tour of the Royal Opera House, with access to rarely seen technical spaces and a refreshment break.

A man in a patterned coat stands with arms outstretched, addressing a seated group of adults and children in an open indoor space. The group appears engaged, sitting on a wooden floor with tables and chairs in the background.

Royal Opera House
Tours

Children's Alice in Wonderland Adventure Tour

26–31 August 2026

Get ready to tumble down the rabbit hole and explore the curious world of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. For children ages 5-11 years old.

Royal Opera House
Tours

Behind the Scenes Tour

26 August–30 November 2026

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

Royal Opera House
Tours

The Magic and Macabre in Opera Tour

26–27 August 2026

Not all operas end happily ever after. Immerse yourself in the wicked world of theatre villains, divas and dark magic on this unique Opera-themed tour.

Royal Opera House
Tours

Beyond the Bridge Tour: Celebrating 100 Years of The Royal Ballet School

27 August 2026

Mark the centenary of The Royal Ballet School with this limited edition tour, offering a rare opportunity to explore the School and its historic connection to the Royal Opera House.

Royal Opera House
Tours

Stages and Cells of Covent Garden

28 August–30 October 2026

Join Bow Street Museum of Crime and Justice and the Royal Opera House on this outdoor walking tour to discover the relationship between theatre and crime in Covent Garden.

Royal Opera House
Tours

Exhibition Tours

28 August 2026

Discover our Front of House exhibitions in greater depth on a 30-minute guided tour featuring costumes, set designs and archive treasures brought to life

Royal Opera House
Tours

Tea and Tour

29 August–30 October 2026

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

A blurred image of Steven McRae and Vasko Vassilev in rehearsal. Both wear black, Vassilev plays his violin while McRae moves in front with arms partially outstretched

Linbury Theatre

Insights: The McRae / Vassilev Project

2 September 2026

Join the cast and creatives behind The McRae / Vassliev Project and learn more about the collaboration between Steven McRae and Vasko Vassilev, and the works of violinist Niccolo Paganini, who has inspired this project.

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Main Stage
Opera and music
Ballet and dance

Friends Rehearsals

8 September 2026–10 July 2027