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The opera singer Mattia Olivieri, performing as Figaro, wears a top hat and blue tail jacket. He lifts and affectionately embraces the opera singer Siobhan Stagg who is performing as Susanna in The Royal Opera’s The Marriage of Figaro. Around them, the chorus, who are all wearing servant-style clothing and hold bouquets of flowers, look on excitedly while the soprano Hrachuhí Bassénz, who is performing as Countess Almaviva, sits in a chair wearing a champagne-colour long silk ballgown.

Main Stage
Opera and music

The Marriage of Figaro

8 June–2 July 2026

It’s Figaro’s wedding, and you’re invited to join the Almaviva household for an uproarious day of revelation and scandal.

Royal Opera House
Tours

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

9 June–13 July 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.

A white woman in an off-the-shoulder, ivory satin gown stands against a dark, smoky background. Her long, wavy hair falls loosely over her shoulders, and she gazes softly forward with a pensive and exhausted expression, illuminated by gentle, diffused light. The air is thick with what looks like battle smoke. The woman represents Elvira in Richard Jones’ production of I Puritani.

Clore Studio
Opera and music

Insights: I puritani

9 June 2026

Join cast and creatives from Richard Jones’ new production of I puritani as they discuss Bellini's final opera.

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

Main Stage
Ballet and dance
Opera and music

Friends Rehearsals

10 June 2026–10 July 2027

Paul Hamlyn Hall
Opera and music

Live at Lunch

12 June–10 July 2026

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

Linbury Theatre
Ballet and dance
Festivals

Next Generation Festival 2026

12 June–4 July 2026

Get to know the dancers of tomorrow, from junior companies and dance schools across the world.

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Royal Opera House
Workshops and activities

Family Sundays

14 June–29 November 2026

Discover opera, ballet and the Royal Opera House with fun-packed creative activities for all the family.

Sunset over Covent Garden piazza through clear windows.

Royal Opera House

Opera on the Terrace

14 June 2026

Enjoy a summer evening of Italian-inspired dining and live opera on the terrace of the Royal Opera House.

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Thurrock, Essex
Tours

Thurrock Workshop Tour

16 June–29 September 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.

Linbury Theatre
Ballet and dance

THE ROYAL BALLET SCHOOL

16–17 June 2026

The young talents of The Royal Ballet School return to the Linbury Theatre for Next Generation Festival.