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In the centre of the stage stands a large sculpture of a clown’s torso. They have a blue face, gold hair, a red nose and a few gold teeth and hold up a slot machine in one arm and a gold bag filled with arcade chips in the other. A performer wearing blue striped tracksuit bottoms holds up another performer wearing the same clothes. Behind them stands a performer wearing gold trousers. The stage is backlit with eerie red lighting which shows the outline of a line of performers. 

  • Main Stage

  • Opera and music

Samson et Dalila

19 May–3 June 2026

When Samson falls in love with Dalila, his strength – both physical and spiritual – is put to the test.

  • Main Stage

  • Ballet and dance

So Are We: León and Lightfoot

11–20 June 2026

Two works of passion and yearning by the acclaimed contemporary choreographic duo.

  • Multiple venues

  • Workshops and activities

  • Festivals

  • Opera and music

RBO/SHIFT 2026

4–7 June 2026

Think differently.

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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

18 May–20 July 2026

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

  • Royal Opera House

  • Tours

Behind the Scenes Tour

18 May–31 July 2026

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

The ballet dancer Matthew Ball is performing as Crown Prince Rudolf in Mayerling. He kneels on the floor of the stage with green fabric lined folding doors behind him. In his arms he holds up the ballet dancer Melissa Hamilton, who is performing as Mary Vetsera. He kisses her lips, as her legs wrap around his back and neck. Their bodies are contorted to create a T-shape. 

  • Main Stage

  • Ballet and dance

Mayerling

18 May 2026

When all-consuming passion becomes a royal scandal.

  • Royal Opera House

  • Tours

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

21 May–14 July 2026

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

The tenor Allan Clayton stands with his back to the audience on stage performing the role of Peter Grimes in The Royal Opera’s Peter Grimes. He is wearing yellow fishing overalls and holds one arm upwards and looks up. Above, a performer wearing the same yellow fishing overalls appears to dangle by one foot in the air, their long brown curly hair draping over their face as they are suspended.  

  • Main Stage

  • Opera and music

Peter Grimes

21–28 May 2026

In a close-knit village, an outcast turns to the punishing sea.

A full audience facing the main stage of the Royal Opera House.

  • Main Stage

  • Ballet and dance

  • Opera and music

Friends Rehearsals

22 May 2026–10 July 2027

Anna Rose O'Sullivan dressed in the costume for Lise in La Fille mal gardée. She wears a costume with a white bodice, light blue apron skirt, and brown corset and dances en pointe against a softly textured, multicolored backdrop. She holds a pink ribbons aloft, forming graceful arcs in the air as she smiles and strikes a joyful pose.

  • Main Stage

  • Ballet and dance

La Fille mal gardée

23 May–9 June 2026

A ballet of pure sunshine.

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