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Linbury Theatre

Insights: Un ballo in maschera

11 November 2026

Join cast and creatives behind Un ballo in maschera in a discussion on the inspirations and themes of Philipp Stölzl's new production of Verdi's opera about murderous political conspiracy and love triangles.

Royal Opera House
Opera and music

Opera on the Terrace

29 November 2026

Enjoy an evening of Italian-inspired dining and live opera on the terrace of the Royal Opera House.

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Royal Opera House
Tours

'You're Worth It' Afternoon tea and tour: Beauty, Ballet and Behind the Scenes

30 November–20 December 2026

Step behind the curtain for a luxurious celebration of beauty and ballet, created with L'Oréal Paris and inspired by the artistry, rituals and craftsmanship of The Royal Ballet.

Surreal theatrical scene in an empty yellow room, representing the set design of Philipp Stölzl’s Un ballo in maschera. Six black-clad figures with dramatic 1920’s-inspired make-up appear frozen in dramatic poses around the room. One figure lies sprawled on the wooden yellow floor with a red piece of fabric emerging from his vest and twisting through the air at the centre. Other figures emerge from the doorways around the central character, creating a dreamlike, unsettling atmosphere.

Main Stage
Opera and music

Un ballo in maschera (A Masked Ball)

30 November–18 December 2026

Includes Young RBO prices

Verdi’s stirring political drama is recast against a surreal, theatrical backdrop.

Royal Opera House
Tours

The Making of The Nutcracker tour

2–30 December 2026

Step into a world of festive enchantment with our exclusive 75-minute backstage tour followed by a festive drink, for ages 12+.

A black and white studio portrait photograph of the choreographer Peter Wright in 1951. He stands wearing black leotard and black top.

Linbury Theatre

Insights: Sir Peter Wright and The Nutcracker

2 December 2026

As The Royal Ballet prepares for The Nutcracker to return to the Main Stage, join cast and creatives in a celebration of the career of Sir Peter Wright, the man behind The Royal Ballet’s magical production. This Season marks Peter Wright’s centenary.

A man dressed in a red military jacket, white tights and black boots jumps in front of a large christmas tree with presents underneath.

Main Stage
Ballet and dance

The Nutcracker

3 December 2026–13 January 2027

Experience the most magical of adventures.

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9 ballet dancers perform on stage within 9 brightly lit circular spotlights. All the dancers stand on one foot with their other stretched out.

Linbury Theatre
Ballet and dance

Stay Tuned

11–19 December 2026

The refreshing Danish dance company Kammerballetten make their Linbury debut with chamber ballets by Sol León and Paul Lightfoot

The opera singer Tuuli Takala wears a black ballgown and a medieval style headdress and stands in front of a backdrop painted like an astrological sky. She holds her arms outwards as she sings. She is performing as Queen of the Night in The Royal Opera's production of The Magic Flute.

Main Stage
Opera and music

The Magic Flute

13 December 2026–17 February 2027