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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

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Royal Opera House
Tours

Divine Divas Tour

13–16 August 2026

Immerse yourself in the dazzling world of opera’s greatest divas, from Adelina Patti to Angel Blue, exploring ambition, glamour, rivalry and the star power that shaped operatic history.

Royal Opera House
Tours

HerStory of the Royal Opera House

15 August–3 October 2026

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

Royal Opera House
Tours

Stages and Cells of Covent Garden

16 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.

The Paul Hamlyn hall is filled with people. It is illuminated by purple lighting. In the centre a performer addresses the standing crowd.

Royal Opera House
Tours

After Hours

21–22 August 2026

Join us after hours at the Royal Opera House for a new, late-night experience featuring talks, tours, demonstrations, installations and other activities throughout our iconic Covent Garden home, culminating in a silent disco in the Paul Hamlyn Hall.

Royal Opera House
Tours

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

24–27 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

Exhibition Tours

24–28 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

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.