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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

A darkened stage with rain water falling from above. In the centre is a two story building, on the upper floor a man lies in a bed with a light behind him, a woman stands over him. Outside the house a man kneels over a body lying on the floor. A stormy lake can be seen painted on the backdrop behind the house.

Main Stage
Opera and music

Rigoletto

25 March–23 April 2026

Power gets the last laugh.

Paul Hamlyn Hall
Opera and music

Live at Lunch

20 February–10 July 2026

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

Royal Opera House
Tours

Behind the Scenes Tour

20 February–30 May 2026

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

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

20 February–29 May 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.

Nine ballet dancers stand on stage. They are all wearing the same white lace dress, pink pointe slippers, and a white translucent veil that is draped over their heads giving them ghostly appearances. They also have small translucent jeweled wings on their backs. They all hold their arms in front of them, their hands crossing over their wrists. They are Artists of The Royal Ballet performing in Giselle.

Main Stage
Ballet and dance

Giselle

20 February–20 March 2026

A love that haunts.

A ballet dancer wearing all white with a white painted face to look like a clown holds onto scaffolding in a black-scened theatre. They create a C-shaped form with their body as their legs stretch out behind them.

Linbury Theatre
Ballet and dance

Pierrot Lunaire

20 February 2026

A clown dreams. The moon watches.

Royal Opera House
Tours

Tea and Tour

22 February–24 May 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 group of 13 people pose in colourful formal clothing against a textured backdrop with fabric drapes. They are seated on various platforms.

Multiple venues
Opera and music

Recitals at Lunch

23 February–20 July 2026

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

A group of people in sportswear lean on a ballet barre in the centre of a room. Behind them are large stained glass windows.

Clore Studio
Ballet and dance

Insights: Ballet Black – 25 years

23 February 2026

As Ballet Black celebrates 25 years, join cast and creatives for this special Insight exploring Cassa Pancho's dynamic company.

Thurrock, Essex
Tours

Thurrock Workshop Tour

24 February–26 May 2026

Discover the fascinating world of the craftspeople who bring Royal Ballet and Opera productions to life with a tour of the Bob and Tamar Manoukian Production Workshop and Costume Centre in Thurrock.