What's on
Whether you're new to ballet and opera or you've loved them all your life, we have something for you.
Royal Opera House
Tours
Stages and Cells of Covent Garden
8 November–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.
Main Stage
Ballet and dance
Friends Rehearsals
9 November 2026–10 July 2027
Royal Ballet and Opera Friends have the opportunity to purchase tickets to open rehearsals.
Linbury Theatre
Opera and music
Dark Nights
9 November 2026–12 May 2027
A series of one-off performances on the Linbury Stage by the most innovative and extraordinary vocal artists and experimental composers of today, exploring the limitless theatre of the human voice.
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.
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.
Royal Opera House
Tours
Exhibition Tours
13 November 2026–22 January 2027
Discover our Front of House exhibitions in greater depth on a 30-minute guided tour featuring costumes, set designs and archive treasures brought to life
Royal Opera House
Workshops and activities
Family Sundays
15 November 2026–4 April 2027
Discover opera, ballet and the Royal Opera House with fun-packed creative activities for all the family.
Royal Opera House
Opera and music
Ballet and dance
Live at Lunch
20 November 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.
Royal Opera House
Tours
Sip and Sketch: Costume Design Tour
21 November 2026
Peek inside our costume workroom and witness where designs come to life. Then, relax with a Bellini in our bar while trying your hand at sketching your own designs.
Royal Opera House
Tea and Tour
22 November 2026–23 January 2027
Journey behind the scenes and delve into the history of Swan Lake on this ballet-themed tour, complete with a delicious afternoon tea.
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