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  • Linbury Theatre

  • Opera and music

Elaine Mitchener – LATE JOYS

9 November 2026

Elaine Mitchener brings together a creative troupe of performers, spanning voice, instrumentation and movement, to present a not-quite after-the-show for the curious and curiouser. Part of the Linbury's Dark Nights concert series.

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A black and white headshot of a person standing against a light wall wearing a black jacket, black hat, plastic rimmed glasses and a white knitted scarf. It is an image of the German director Philipp Stölzl.

  • 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.

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

30 November–18 December 2026

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

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

  • Clore Studio

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.

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

Embark on a fantastical adventure for all the family.

An elderly woman representing Erda in Barrie Kosky’s Götterdämmerung is at the centre of the frame. The woman’s expression is somber, she has pale skin and grey hair and is seen through a swirling, surreal, tunnel-like vortex. The scene is distorted as if viewed through spinning glass, with streaks of light, sparks, and warm glowing fragments spiralling around her.

  • Main Stage

  • Opera and music

Götterdämmerung

21 January–7 February 2027

The long-awaited finale of Wagner’s epic Ring cycle.

Close-up side profile of a young woman with pale skin and red hair styled in a loose updo, set against a warm red textured background. Soft lighting highlights her cheekbone and eye as she gazes forward with a calm, neutral expression.

  • Linbury Theatre

  • Opera and music

Good Sometimes Queen

23–29 January 2027

Two Elizabethan heroines. Two extraordinary works for the female voice by Brett Dean.

Several ballet dancers perform on stage, all are wearing white costumes. They perform in front of a yellow and green gradient backdrop with flowing geometric patterns.

  • Main Stage

  • Ballet and dance

Landmarks: Unmissable Ashton

25 January–19 March 2027

Delightful encounters. The beauty of form. A mythical love story – three works from British ballet’s master craftsman.

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