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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

Royal Opera House
Tours

Stages and Cells of Covent Garden

23 October–10 December 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.

Two dancers appear in the Paul Hamlyn Hall. The man wears a black leggings and a black vest. The woman wears a white leotard and tutu. A crowd sit around them.

Royal Opera House
Opera and music
Ballet and dance

Live at Lunch

23 October 2026–30 April 2027

Join us in the Royal Opera House's iconic Paul Hamlyn Hall for a new series of engaging lunchtime events and concerts.

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

24–27 October 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.

group of people pose sitting or standing in a rustic studio space wearing bright and colourful clothing. They are members of The Jette Parker Artists Programme at The Royal Opera House.

Crush Room
Opera and music

Recitals at Lunch

26 October 2026–26 April 2027

Join us for an exciting programme of performances curated by our musicians in the intimate setting of the historic Royal Opera House Crush Room.

Thurrock, Essex
Tours

Thurrock Workshop Tour

27 October–1 December 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.

Main auditorium of the Royal Opera House.

Main Stage
Ballet and dance

Friends Rehearsals

27 October 2026–10 July 2027

Royal Ballet and Opera Friends have the opportunity to purchase tickets to open rehearsals.

Multiple venues
Workshops and activities

Barbie | Royal Ballet Craft Activities

28–31 October 2026

Create your own magic with craft activities for all the family, inspired by The Royal Ballet's collaboration with Barbie®.

Online only
Ballet and dance

World Ballet Day

29 October 2026

Thursday 29 October 2026 marks the return of World Ballet Day, a global celebration of dance. This year's theme celebrates the stories behind the art form of ballet.

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