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The Ultimate Guide to visiting the Royal Opera House

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Many visitors in London venture to Covent Garden to shop, dine or watch street performers in the dazzling Covent Garden Piazza. But opera, ballet and classical music lovers head to Covent Garden for one reason and one reason only: To see a performance at the Royal Opera House.

Built in 1858, the current Royal Opera House is actually the third to be built at its location on Bow Street, as both of the previous theatres were destroyed by fires in 1808 and 1856.

The original venue was constructed in 1732 (when it was known as the Theatre Royal), and was originally designed to be a playhouse. However, over the years the venue expanded into the world-renowned arts venue that it is known as today, and has attracted some of the biggest names in classical and opera music.

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Royal Opera House Highlights

Immediately upon entering the Covent Garden Piazza, visitors will be greeted with the massive iron and glass structure known as The Paul Hamlyn Hall (or “The Floral Hall”) which has direct access to the main opera building. This area also boasts a champagne bar and restaurant, so concertgoers can sip on a glass of champagne or have a quick meal before watching a performance.

Besides being blown away by a ballet, opera or orchestra performance, visitors can also choose from two different tours if they want to learn more about this fascinating London venue:

  • The Backstage Tour – (1.5 hours) which includes visits to both the backstage and Front of House areas as the actors prepare for the evening performances. The tour also covers the history of the venue, its current productions, and may even include the rare opportunity to see the Royal Ballet in a classroom (however this is not always guaranteed).
  • The Velvet, Gilt and Glamour Tour (45 minutes) where visitors can learn more about the venue’s architecture and history, and even hear stories from some of the many famous opera singers who once performed at the Royal Opera House. Visitors will also be led to the Royal Retiring Room, which is still used by members of the royal family today.

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Getting There

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To find out which performances are taking place at the Royal Opera House during your visit to London, visit the “What’s On” section on their official website.

During the day, the Royal Opera House is open to the general public as well as anyone who has pre-booked a guided tour, however only ticket-holders will be allowed in during performances.

Be sure to arrive at least 30 minutes before each performance starts, as latecomers will not be allowed into the venue. There will be announcements alerting all concertgoers at least three times before each performance starts.

There are two bars and three different restaurants located inside the Royal Opera House, all of which open 90 minutes before the start of each performance, as well as during intervals. Please note that any food or drink is not allowed in the auditorium.

For those with mobility issues, there is lift access to all the levels of the main auditorium (except the Orchestra Stalls). If you are watching a performance with your family, children between the ages of five and 14 must be seated next to an adult, and babies and infants will not be allowed into the auditorium.

The use of cameras as well as recording equipment inside the venue is strictly prohibited. There are free cloakroom facilities, but be aware that space is extremely limited so try to avoid bringing large items with you during your visit. All visitors may be searched upon entering the venue, and all large bags and rucksacks must be placed in the cloakroom.

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When to Visit

Ticket prices can range anywhere from as low as £15 to as much as £200 depending on which seat or performance you choose. Because performance times and costs may vary, be sure to check out the Royal Opera House’s official website before you visit and/or book your tickets.

Souvenir programmes are available to purchase for £7, and you can buy them in the Main Entrance Foyer, the Paul Hamlyn Hall or the Amphitheatre Lobby.

The Ticket Sales and Shop is open from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. from Monday to Saturday.

Ticket collection for the day’s performances and tours are available between Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m, and the Box Office telephone lines are open between Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The Souvenir Shop is open from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday. The shop is normally closed on Sundays unless there is a performance, in which case its opening hours are from at least four hours before the performance starts (or 10 am.).

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Who were some of the women who made history at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden? It’s a question that the opera house is answering in detail in a tour that runs through Aug. 12.

Among the many stars the tour is spotlighting is a soprano who gave a whole new meaning to the word “diva”: Adelina Patti (1843-1919), an Italian who made her opera debut in New York at 16, then crossed the Atlantic for a 23-year Covent Garden career.

She was admired for her coloratura singing and feared for her business chops. According to the tour organizers, she demanded to be paid in gold at least half an hour before each stage appearance and commanded $100,000 per show (in today’s money). And in a performance as Violetta in “La Traviata,” she wore a custom gown encrusted with 3,700 of her own diamonds.

The singer comes up in another tour : an outdoor one organized jointly by the Royal Opera House and the Bow Street Police Museum that runs through Aug. 31. During Patti’s diamond-studded performance of “La Traviata” at the Theatre Royal (the precursor of the current opera house), security had to be reinforced in a big way because of the precious stones embedded in her gown. Covent Garden at the time teemed with pickpockets, robbers, criminals and even murderers. So police officers surreptitiously joined the chorus onstage — where they could get as close as possible to the soprano and go unnoticed.

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With 5,272 seats, Royal Albert Hall is more comparable in size to an arena than to a classical-music concert hall; in fact, the Cirque du Soleil regularly performs there. It’s named after Prince Albert, Queen Victoria’s husband, and was inaugurated in 1871, a decade after his death. You can hear that royal back story and get the lowdown on the hall’s tricky acoustics in an hourlong tour . The tour also covers some of the luminaries who graced the main stage (such as Albert Einstein and Muhammad Ali) and some of the more outlandish events held in the hall, including a séance and an opera performance for which the auditorium was flooded with 56,000 liters (nearly 15,000 gallons) of water.

Handel Hendrix House

The museum , in a Georgian townhouse at 25 Brook Street in Mayfair, has a rich history: George Frideric Handel lived there from 1723 until his death in 1759. (Jimi Hendrix rented an apartment on the top floor in the late 1960s, but that’s another story .) The house is now a museum where you can visit Handel’s bedroom, the dining room where he rehearsed and gave private recitals, and the basement kitchen. This is where Handel composed “Zadok the Priest,” the British coronation anthem, which was recently performed for King Charles III. Here, too, Handel wrote “Messiah,” which took him about three weeks to compose.

Speaking of “Messiah,” if you would like to see the first published score of songs from the oratorio, head to the Foundling Museum, on the grounds of the Foundling Hospital, a children’s home in Bloomsbury. The score was donated by Handel, one of the hospital’s major benefactors, who gave benefit concerts there and even composed an anthem for his first one. Also on display: Handel’s will.

Royal College of Music

The Royal College of Music has a collection of more than 14,000 objects covering five centuries of music making. That includes about 1,000 musical instruments, such as the world’s earliest-dated guitar.

A new exhibition features hidden treasures from the collection, including a photograph of Mary Garden. She was a Scottish-born soprano who moved to the United States in the late 19th century, joined the Opéra Comique in Paris in 1900 and premiered the role of Mélisande in “Pelléas et Mélisande,” the only opera that Debussy ever completed.

Also on display is a yuequin , a stringed instrument from the ancient city of Guangzhou in China, which was brought to London in the early 19th century and acquired by King George IV.

Farah Nayeri writes on art and culture in Europe. She is the author of “Takedown: Art and Power in the Digital Age.” More about Farah Nayeri

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Royal Opera House

The Royal Opera House, located in Covent Garden, London, is one of the world’s most iconic and historic opera houses. 

This magnificent building has a rich history dating back over 260 years and has been the home of some of the most spectacular performances in opera and ballet.

The Royal Opera House was originally built in 1732 and was initially used as a playhouse. 

Over the years, it has undergone several renovations and expansions to accommodate the growing number of performances and audiences. 

The current building, completed in 1858, is a beautiful example of neoclassical architecture, with a grand façade and ornate interiors.

Today, the Royal Opera House is a world-renowned institution offering various operas, ballets, and concerts. 

The main auditorium, which seats over 2,200 people, is renowned for its exceptional acoustics, making it one of the best venues in the world for opera and ballet performances.

The Royal Opera House is home to two of the world’s leading ballet and opera companies, the Royal Ballet and the Royal Opera. 

These companies are renowned for their exceptional performances, which feature world-class dancers and musicians, as well as stunning sets, costumes, and lighting.

In addition to its exceptional performances, the Royal Opera House offers various educational and outreach programs. 

These programs are designed to inspire and engage young people and to provide access to the arts for everyone. 

The Royal Opera House also hosts regular tours and events, allowing visitors to learn more about this historic institution and experience its exceptional performances firsthand.

Whether you love opera or ballet or appreciate the arts, the Royal Opera House is a must-visit destination. 

With its rich history, exceptional performances, and world-class facilities, it is no wonder that the Royal Opera House is considered one of the most significant cultural institutions in the world.

If you are planning to visit the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden for the first time, here is a helpful guide to make the most out of your visit:

  • First, please book your tickets in advance: The Royal Opera House is a popular destination for tourists and locals. Booking your tickets is recommended to ensure you get a seat for the performance you want to see.
  • Dress code: The Royal Opera House has a formal dress code, so dress appropriately. A suit, jacket, and tie are recommended for men, while women can wear formal dresses or skirts.
  • Arrive early: Arriving at least 30 minutes before the performance starts is recommended, so you have enough time to find your seats and familiarize yourself with the surroundings.
  • Explore the building: The Royal Opera House is a beautiful building with a rich history, so take some time to explore the different areas of the building, including the Grand Staircase, the Crush Room, and the Amphitheatre Terrace.
  • Food and drink: The Royal Opera House has several bars and restaurants where you can enjoy a pre-show meal or drink. It’s recommended to book in advance to avoid disappointment.
  • Use the cloakroom: The Royal Opera House has a cloakroom where you can store your coats and bags during the performance.
  • Mobile phones: Mobile phones and other electronic devices must be turned off during the performance to avoid disrupting the performers and other audience members.
  • Photography and filming: Photography and filming are prohibited during the performance, so please refrain from taking photos or videos.
  • Enjoy the performance: The Royal Opera House is renowned for its exceptional performances, so sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!
  • Feedback: If you have any feedback about your experience at the Royal Opera House, feedback forms are available at the venue, or you can contact the customer service team online.

Visiting the Royal Opera House is an unforgettable experience, so make the most of your visit by following these tips and enjoy the magic of the world-renowned institution.

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Royal Opera House: London Opera House Tours

Royal Opera House: London Opera House Tours

Last updated: 03/26/2023

Discover the Royal Opera House, the incredible Opera House in London, which hosts incredible opera and ballet shows, in addition to offering very interesting tours.

THE ROYAL OPERA HOUSE

Located in the bustling region of Covent Garden , the Royal Opera House is an opera house, where various artistic performances of opera, ballet, music are held. The venue is home to the Royal Opera, Royal Ballet and Royal Orchestra. The current building is the third to be built in this space. Initially, in 1732, the Theater Royal was inaugurated, which served as a theater in its first years of existence and, later, received ballet and opera performances, mainly by the German composer Handel. After a fire in 1808, a second Theater Royal was built and opened the following year. The theater hosted mostly opera and ballet performances. A new fire destroyed the second theater in 1856.

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The current building, known as the Royal Opera House (ROH), was built in 1858. During World War II, it served as a ballroom. In 1946, the building reopened with a performance of “Sleeping Beauty” and, in 1947, it hosted the first performance of “Carmen” by Bizet. During the 1990s, the building underwent extensive renovation and reconstruction works. Its magnificent main auditorium has a capacity of over 2,200 people and consists of four levels of boxes and balconies and the amphitheater gallery.

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OTHER ROYAL OPERA HOUSE STRUCTURES

>> paul hamlyn hall.

It is a large iron and glass structure adjacent to and with direct access to the main opera building. The room now functions as the atrium and main public area of the opera house, with a champagne bar, restaurant and other services, as well as providing access to the main auditorium on all levels. As well as acting as a main public area for performances in the main auditorium, Paul Hamlyn Hall is also used to host a range of events including private functions, dances, exhibitions, concerts and workshops.

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>> LINBURY STUDIO THEATER

Linbury Studio Theater is a secondary, flexible performance space built below ground level within the Royal Opera House. It has a retractable seat and a floor that can be raised or lowered to form a studio floor, raised stage or orchestra pit stage. The theater can accommodate up to 400 patrons and host a variety of different events. It has been used for private events, traditional theater shows and concerts, as well as community and educational events, product launches, dinners and exhibitions.

>> PRODUCTION WORKSHOP & COSTUME CENTER

In 2010, the Royal Opera House opened a space for the creation of sets for its presentations. O Tamar Manoukin Production Workshop it is home to scenic painters, carpenters and metalworkers. Here they turn designers' visions into reality, creating the diverse backdrops that appear in ballets and operas. In 2015, the inauguration of the Bob and Tamar Manoukian Costume Center , offers a costume-making facility for the Royal Opera House and features over 20,000 costumes from current repertoire, historical costumes, musical instruments and furniture from the collection. The Costume Center also has a training center for costume making students. There is specific tours to know the place.

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ROYAL OPERA HOUSE TOURS

As well as attending one of the wonderful performances at the Royal Opera House (see show schedule here ), the Royal Opera House offers guided tours to see behind the scenes of one of the most beautiful opera houses in the world. Some tours are seasonal and last for a short period of time, but others tend to be fixed (see all options in this link ). Then check out the main types of tours available. We recommend that you buy the ticket online to guarantee the visit on the desired day and time:

>> BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR

This guided tour allows you to embark on various corners of the building that are generally not accessible to the public. Through this tour it is possible to learn about the history of the Royal Opera House, how the productions are staged and some interesting curiosities. The tour lasts around 1 hour and 15 minutes and costs £16.

>> VELVET, GILT AND GLAMOR TOUR

This is the premier tour for anyone looking to explore London's oldest Victorian auditorium. The Royal Opera House main stage has hosted spectacular performances by the Royal Ballet, Royal Opera and Royal Opera House Orchestra since it was built in 1858. The tour allows you to learn more about architecture, hear stories of artists who have taken center stage and learn about the cutting-edge technology that keeps the theater running. This tour starts at the back of the Superior Amphitheater, which is the highest part of the auditorium. The tour lasts around 1 hour and costs £16. It was this tour that I took when I visited the Royal Opera House. Unfortunately, it is not allowed to take pictures during the visit.

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>> HERSTORY OF THE ROYAL OPERA HOUSE

This guided tour immerses you in the history of the Royal Opera House through the experiences of the amazing women who built it. The idea is to observe, over the years of history, the inspiring women who led the opera house through tumultuous and exciting periods, such as choreographers and composers. The tour lasts around 1 hour and 15 minutes and costs £16.

RESTAURANTS AND BARS AT THE ROYAL OPERA HOUSE

There are several gastronomic options at the Royal Opera House. Below, find out more about them.

  • ROYAL OPERA HOUSE CAFÉ: It's a restaurant offering freshly made salads, sandwiches, pastries and hot drinks made by baristas during the day with fresh food, cocktails and champagne at night. It is located on the ground floor of the main foyer, next to the main entrance on Bow Street and opens daily from 12:00. check the menu here .
  • PIAZZA: O square is a drinks and small plates restaurant with a sustainably sourced menu using the finest produce from the London market. It is located on the 5th floor of the Royal Opera House. To get there, use the stairs in the main lobby and head to the 4th floor next to Paul Hamlyn Hall and take the escalator. You can also take the elevator on the right side of the Main Stage auditorium entrance on the ground floor. The restaurant opens from 12:00 to 22:00 from Monday to Saturday and from 12:00 to 18:00 on Sundays. Check out the menus: à la carte , lunch , drinks , wine list
  • BALCONIES RESTAURANT:  This fine dining restaurant features the best of modern British cuisine and offers incredible views of Paul Hamlyn Hall from the mezzanine level. To access, use the foyer stairs or the grand staircase of the historic Bow Street entrance. There are glass stairs on each side of the Hall to reach the mezzanine level. The restaurant opens around showtimes. See the menu in this link .

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  • CRUSH ROOM:  For those looking for more formal dining, check out this 1858 restaurant, decorated with 17th-century Flemish artwork, as well as two crystal chandeliers fashioned from the original chandelier that once stood in the center of the main auditorium. The Crush Room is above the historic entrance on Bow Street and is accessed by stairs or walking through Paul Hamlyn Hall towards the auditorium or you can take the lift on either side of the ground floor main auditorium entrance to access the Crush Room. The restaurant opens around showtimes. See the menu here .
  • PAUL HAMLYN HALL CHAMPAGNE BAR: Located in a beautiful hall in the heart of the Royal Opera House, this venue serves champagnes and small plates, such as traditional sandwiches. It is located on the lower level of the beautiful glass-vaulted hall and is open during performance times. To arrive, simply use the foyer stairs or the grand staircase of the historic Bow Street entrance or take the elevator on the left hand side of the entrance to the Main Stage auditorium on the ground floor. check the menu here .

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  • DORFMAN CONSERVATORY:  This bar has a great selection of champagnes and cocktails. It is located above the historic entrance on Bow Street and is accessed by taking the stairs or crossing Paul Hamlyn Hall towards the auditorium. You can also take the elevator on either side of the ground floor main auditorium entrance to access the Dorfman Conservatory. check the menu in this link .
  • LINBURY BAR:  The Linbury Bar serves drinks and small plates and is located in the Linbury Foyer on the ground floor. Take the elevator on the left side of the main auditorium entrance on the ground floor. The bar only opens at the time of the presentations. see the menu in this link .

HOW TO REACH ROYAL OPERA HOUSE

The Royal Opera House is super well located in Covent Garden , an incredible location for shopping, dining and entertainment. To get to the place by public transport, there are some good options:

  • SUBWAY: The closest stations are Covent Garden ( Piccadilly Line ), Leicester Square ( Piccadilly Line and Northern Line ), Holborn ( Piccadilly Line and Central Line ), Charing Cross ( Northern Line and Bakerloo Line ) and Tottenham Court Road ( Piccadilly Line , Central Line and elizabeth line ).
  • TRAIN: The nearest train stations are Charing Cross, Waterloo and Euston.
  • BUS: There are several bus lines that serve the region. The nearest stops are Aldwych, Drury Lane and Leicester Square Station. We recommend that you do a simulation on Google Maps to see which is the best option for your case.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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  • Address:  Bow St, London WC2E 9DD, England, United Kingdom
  • Schedules:  daily from 12:00 (closing times vary)
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The Royal Opera House is one of the UK’s most prestigious performance spaces. As a publicly-funded institution ROH wanted to open its doors to invite anyone to come and absorb its cultural heritage and drink coffee in its cafes.

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This 360 virtual tour showcases some of the venue’s most exciting spaces. And it offers several interactive features including Day/Night toggle on the Terrace, Stitched-in video in the Cafe, Choose your music in the Linbury Theatre option.

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London & Bath Theatre Tour

London & Bath Theatre Tour

Travel to London and Bath with Goodspeed!

October 15 - 25, 2023

This year Goodspeed is traveling to London and Bath! See the best that London theatre has to offer with your fellow Goodspeed members before we head over to Bath, the UNESCO World Heritage site that has been a travel destination since Roman times. Space is limited, so call today to book your trip. 

Group airfare, including round-trip transportation is available on United Airlines. 

If you love theatre, this is the trip for you. Our itinerary will include:

  • 6 nights in London at The Bloomsbury Hotel
  • 3 nights in Bath at Gainsborough Bath Spa
  • Full English Breakfast daily
  • Welcome dinner featuring a London theatre expert
  • 6 theatrical productions (See Below)
  • Farewell dinner in Bath at the Roman Baths and Pump Room
  • And so much more!

This Year's Performances Are:

Don Quixote

This energetic 19th-century ballet is enlivened by Ludwig Minkus’ spirited score, and is a wonderful showcase for the virtuosity of The Royal Ballet's Principal dancers. Created for The Royal Ballet a decade ago, Carlos Acosta’s exuberant production brings the sunshine and charm of Spain to the Main Stage with Tim Hatley’s characterful designs.

The Time Traveller's Wife

Their relationship is like no other. And yet, it’s like all others. Clare is a talented sculptor and Henry is – well – a time traveller. They meet, fall in love, and marry – but not in that order. Flung apart by time but united by love, Henry is always trying to get back to Clare. Their journey is one of resilience, impossibilities, and trying to hold on to each other when everything is pulling you apart.

Based on Audrey Niffenegger’s internationally best-selling novel, this new British musical is thrillingly brought to life with original songs from Grammy Award winners Joss Stone and Eurythmics’ Dave Stewart. Adapted by multi award-winning playwright Lauren Gunderson, the London premiere is helmed by acclaimed British director Bill Buckhurst ( Sweeney Todd ), with design by Anna Fleischle and illusions by Chris Fisher ( Back to the Future: The Musical  &  Harry Potter and the Cursed Child ).

Guys & Dolls

The Bridge transforms for one of the greatest musicals of all time. It has more hit songs, more laughs and more romance than any show ever written. The seating is wrapped around the action while the immersive tickets transport you to the streets of Manhattan and the bars of Havana in the unlikeliest of love stories.

The Big Little Things

When one moment changes everything, Henry finds himself split between a past he no longer recognises and a future he can’t even begin to imagine. As he learns to navigate this new world, can he find a way to take control of his life, and keep his family from falling apart?

Based on the Sunday Times best-selling autobiography by Henry Fraser,  The Little Big Things  is a new British musical with an explosive theatrical pop soundtrack in a world premiere production. This uplifting and colourful new musical is a life-affirming story of courage, transformation and a reminder that it’s the little things that really do matter the most.

Crazy For You

Theatre-mad Bobby Child is torn between his show-business dreams and running the family bank. He reluctantly heads west to Deadrock, Nevada, to foreclose on a theatre’s mortgage, only to fall for the theatre owner’s daughter, Polly. Desperate to prove his good faith, Bobby decides to put on a show – complete with dancers from the glamorous Zangler Follies in New York City – to save the theatre, renew the town and hopefully win Polly’s love.

Directed and choreographed by multi-Tony® and Olivier award winner Susan Stroman, this spectacular production transfers from a sell-out season at the Chichester Festival Theatre. Starring Charlie Stemp, the Olivier-nominated star of  Half a Sixpence  and  Mary Poppins,  as Bobby, Carly Anderson, star of  Wicked,  as Polly, and Drama Desk Award winner Tom Edden as Bela Zangler.

The Score

Theatre Royal, Bath

Legendary stage and screen actor Brian Cox (HBO’s multi-award winning  Succession ) comes to the Theatre Royal Bath for the very first time, playing Johann Sebastian Bach in the world premiere of Oliver Cotton's new play  The Score .

Spring 1747. Potsdam, Prussia. Johann Sebastian Bach reluctantly visits the court of Frederick II, Europe’s most ambitious and dangerous leader.

The two men could hardly be more different. As the Age of Enlightenment dawns, they stand in opposite camps. Bach is deeply religious, Frederick is an atheist. Bach loathes war, Frederick revels in it. Bach studies scripture, Frederick reads military history. Frederick remains in awe of Bach’s genius however and has mischievously prepared a musical conundrum that he hopes will baffle the composer and amuse his court.

The explosive events of the following days could not have been predicted by either man. LEARN MORE

"Goodspeed's trip exceeded expectations-which you always do." -Jim and Lousie Wilmot, Naples, FL

"You organized and led a wonderful week, one that was perfectly balanced between free time and planned events. It was my first trip since my husband died and I had a wonderful time. I look forward to another trip." -Betsy Russell, Bloomfield, CT

“Thank you for making the London trip a most memorable one! It was truly enjoyable from beginning to end; the plays were wonderful; the company delightful; the accommodations most comfortable and the three of you were the BEST! Thank you, thank you, thank you for a great London experience!” -Roger Glass and Larry Mullins, Dayton, OH 

“Albert and I are having the time of our life. It is thrilling to be here!!!! What a privilege to be a part of this group. We are meeting the most fun, interesting, and like-minded theatre folk, and are having a ball each day seeing our shows and discussing our adventures.” -Robbie Kestnbaum, Greenwich

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The Royal Opera House announces 2023/24 Season

The royal opera house today announces its 2023/24 season, unveiling a bold programme of thrilling new work, uk premieres and much-loved revivals..

The Royal Opera House today announces its 2023/24 Season, unveiling a bold programme of thrilling new work, UK premieres and much-loved revivals, alongside the biggest national learning programme in our history, exciting new regional partnerships, and a host of daytime events, behind the scenes tours, exhibitions and artistic Insights at our home in the heart of Covent Garden.

Public booking opens on Wednesday 2 August 2023. See what's on next Season.

The Royal Ballet

The Royal Ballet presents a tapestry of works that celebrate the Company’s rich heritage and celebrated house choreographers, and brings creativity into spaces across the Royal Opera House with a Festival of New Choreography . The Season features revivals from Frederick Ashton and Kenneth MacMillan alongside contemporary classics by Wayne McGregor, Christopher Wheeldon and Cathy Marston. 

The Company’s illustrious legacy from Founder Choreographer Frederick Ashton and Principal Choreographer Kenneth MacMillan is marked in a number of productions. Ashton’s boundless invention is displayed in two mixed programmes, with The Dream and his virtuosic Rhapsody . One of these programmes also features Les Rendezvous while the other includes Five Brahms Waltzes in the Manner of Isadora Duncan, Hamlet and Ophelia , and a guest performance by The Sarasota Ballet of The Walk to the Paradise Garden . The Sarasota Ballet will also demonstrate the genius of Ashton in the Linbury Theatre with a vibrant array of his creative output. The Royal Ballet and The Sarasota Ballet’s Ashton performances during the Season mark the opening of ASHTON WORLDWIDE, the Frederick Ashton Foundation’s five-year international festival conceived to celebrate the work and legacy of Frederick Ashton. Further information on the festival will be announced by the Foundation in due course. 

Kenneth MacMillan’s dramatic flair is celebrated with the romantic tragedy Manon, which this Season celebrates its 50th birthday, and a mixed programme – Requiem , Danses Concertantes and Different Drummer - plus performances and a film premiere by Yorke Dance Project, illustrating the choreographer’s exceptional artistic development across the decades. 

In other revivals, Carlos Acosta’s vibrant production of Don Quixote opens the Season for The Royal Ballet. This celebrated production, which premiered in 2013, is the perfect showcase for a Company dancing at its peak. The enduringly popular 19th-century classics The Nutcracker and Swan Lake will also feature in the Season. 

Royal Ballet Resident Choreographer Wayne McGregor’s The Dante Project returns following its critically-acclaimed world premiere in 2021. Inspired by Dante’s Divine Comedy , the afterlife is brought into blazing life through the poetic vision of McGregor and his creative team, including pioneering composer Thomas Adès and artist Tacita Dean. Artistic Associate of The Royal Ballet Christopher Wheeldon’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s late romance The Winter’s Tale celebrates its 10th anniversary. With striking designs by Bob Crowley and atmospheric music by Joby Talbot, The Winter’s Tale is widely considered a modern ballet classic. Two award-winning works, Cathy Marston’s The Cellist , which takes its inspiration from the life and music of Jacqueline du Pré, and Valentino Zucchetti’s breezy Anemoi, receive their first revivals in a mixed programme of powerful musical heft.   

The Festival of New Choreography champions new and diverse choreographic voices through the many spaces of our iconic Covent Garden home. A collection of new work will be seen on the Main Stage, and also included is an immersive new work for The Royal Ballet by Robert Binet presented in the Linbury Theatre and co-produced by the National Ballet of Canada.    

The Royal Ballet presents the world premiere of a new production in the Linbury Theatre adapted from the play Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons by Sam Steiner. The Limit combines spoken word and dance with choreography by Royal Ballet Principal Character Artist Kristen McNally and direction by Ed Madden and features Royal Ballet Principals Francesca Hayward and Alexander Campbell in one of the casts. The Limit is set to a newly commissioned score by Isobel Waller-Bridge, who composed the score for the BBC series Fleabag as well as film scores for Vita and Virginia (2018) and Emma (2020).   

We look to the future with our continued development of emerging creative and performing talent with Draft Works, International Draft Works and the Next Generation Festival . The Royal Ballet continues its long-standing commitment to fostering dance partnerships, with Northern Ballet, Fallen Angels Dance Theatre, Ballet Black and Sydney Dance Company in the Linbury Theatre. 

Fallen Angels Dance Theatre make their Linbury Theatre debut . Led by Artistic Director Paul Bayes Kitcher, former Birmingham Royal Ballet soloist, the award-winning company supports those recovering from addiction and mental health adversity through dance, performance and creativity. This work marks the first collaboration between Fallen Angels and New Note Orchestra, a Brighton-based collective of 18 musicians in recovery. Northern Ballet return to the Linbury Theatre with a programme of new contemporary ballet, including the premiere of a new work by Royal Ballet Soloist Benjamin Ella and a work by New York City Ballet Principal Tiler Peck. Ballet Black present a mixed programme featuring Will Tuckett’s Then or Now and Mthuthuzeli November’s Nina: By Whatever Means, a tribute to Nina Simone. Yorke Dance presents a new programme including work by Bella Lewitzky, Martha Graham and Kenneth MacMillan, and Sydney Dance Company make their Linbury Theatre debut.  

On Wednesday 1 November, World Ballet Day, a much-loved global celebration that brings together over 50 of the world's leading ballet and dance companies, celebrates its tenth anniversary. Over the course of 24 hours, rehearsals, discussions and classes are streamed for free across six continents, offering unique behind-the-scenes glimpses of ballet’s biggest stars and exciting new performers. 

The Royal Opera

The Royal Opera opens its Season with two landmark works on both of our stages. On the Main Stage, Antonio Pappano partners with Barrie Kosky for the first time to conduct a bold new imagining of Wagner's first chapter of the Ring cycle, Das Rheingold - a massive undertaking for any opera house with an outstanding cast including Christopher Maltman as Wotan and Christopher Purves as Alberich. 

In the Linbury Theatre, George Benjamin and Martin Crimp bring us Picture a day like this – a major new work which receives its UK premiere following the world premiere this summer at the Festival d'Aix-en-Provence. After the historic success of Lessons in Love and Violence and Written on Skin , Benjamin and Crimp return alongside stage directors Daniel Jeanneteau and Marie-Christine Soma. 

Antonio Pappano, whose first new production at the Royal Opera House was Christof Loy’s production of Strauss’ Ariadne auf Naxos in 2002, conducts his last new production at the Royal Opera House in Loy’s eagerly anticipated adaptation of Strauss's Elektra - uniting two of today’s leading dramatic sopranos: Nina Stemme in the title role, and Karita Mattila as the haunted queen Klytämnestra. In May, a Farewell Gala Concert for Antonio Pappano will see a stellar cast of soloists perform alongside the Chorus and Orchestra in celebration of his 23-year tenure. Maestro Pappano will then lead a cast that includes his longtime collaborator Jonas Kaufmann, and Sondra Radvanovsky and Carlos Álvarez in a revival of David McVicar's lavish production of Giordano's Andrea Chénier.   

In June 2024, The Royal Opera is delighted to be returning to Japan on tour for the first time since 2019 with performances at Bunka Kaikan Theatre and NHK Hall in Tokyo, and Kanagawa Kenmin Hall in Yokohama. Antonio Pappano will be conducting spectacular casts in Oliver Mears’s darkly elegant production of Verdi’s Rigoletto and Andrei Șerban’s classic staging of Puccini’s Turandot.  

The Royal Opera's exploration of Handel's Covent Garden operas and oratorios continues with his final masterpiece, Jephtha , which premiered on this site in 1752. This epic new production is staged by Director of The Royal Opera Oliver Mears and is conducted by Handel specialist Laurence Cummings. Extraordinary tenor Allan Clayton performs the title role, joined by an outstanding, largely British cast including Jennifer France, Alice Coote and Brindley Sherratt.

Aigul Akhmetshina and Vasilisa Berzhanskaya share the role of Carmen in Damiano Michieletto's poetic, contemporary new staging of Bizet's beloved Carmen . Antonello Manacorda and Emmanuel Villaume conduct two accomplished casts in this sultry new production which evokes the passion and heat of Bizet's score. 

Next Season, the Royal Opera collaborate with Fuel for the first time, presenting the world premiere of Woman & Machine - a ground-breaking binaural opera experience from Mercury-nominated songwriter ESKA, directed by Kirsty Housley. Incorporating the sonic worlds of the neonatal unit and the womb, with influences of contemporary, electronic and Zimbabwean Shona Music, this new work connects themes of life, survival and womanhood.    

This Christmas, a range of family favourites return to our stages. Little Bulb’s Oliver award-winning Wolf Witch Giant Fairy will excite children and families in the Linbury Theatre with the original troupe of travelling players returning as the energetic ensemble cast, bringing this endearing folk opera to new audiences, young and old. On the main stage, music lovers of all ages can enjoy Antony McDonald's mischievous production of Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel , newly translated into English by Kelley Rourke. Mark Wigglesworth conducts two stellar casts including Anna Stéphany, Hanna Hipp, Anna Devin and Lauren Fagan.  

Following the Irish National Opera’s (INO) Olivier award-winning Bajazet and Least Like The Other, INO and The Royal Opera present their third collaboration: a brand-new staging of Vivaldi’s 1734 opera, L'Olimpiade. The production is directed by Daisy Evans, with conductor Peter Whelan leading the Irish Baroque Orchestra. 

In April, the Jette Parker Artists present a thrilling double-bill. Eleanor Burke directs Martinů's surreal one-act opera Larmes de couteau and Harriet Taylor directs John Harbison’s adaptation of text from W.B. Yeats’ Full Moon in March. Both works are conducted by Edward Reeve, who will lead the Britten Sinfonia. 

The 2023/24 Season also features a raft of beloved revivals including Christof Loy’s La forza del destino, Laurent Pelly’s L'elisir d'amore, Oliver Mears’s Rigoletto, Damiano Michieletto's heat-soaked double-bill Cavalleria rusticana/Pagliacci, Richard Jones’ production of La bohème, Jonathan Kent’s Tosca, Tim Albery’s production of Wagner’s The Flying Dutchman, Moshe Leiser’s and Patrice Caurier’s Madama Butterfly, Katie Mitchell’s production of Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor, and Jan Philipp Gloger’s production of Così fan tutte.  

Cinema and Stream

The Royal Ballet and The Royal Opera present 13 productions in 1500 cinemas next Season, including such beloved classics as Swan Lake and The Nutcracker and exciting new productions of Carmen , by Damiano Michieletto and Das Rheingold, by Barrie Kosky. 

Message In A Bottle , the acclaimed dance theatre production by Sadler’s Wells Associate Artist Kate Prince, set to the music of Grammy Award-winning artist Sting, has also been filmed for cinema release in May 2024, in partnership with Sadler's Wells and Universal Music UK. The international refugee crisis is at the centre of this production – an imagined story about one displaced family, and a universal story of loss, fear, survival, hope and love. Songs including 'Every Breath You Take', 'Roxanne', 'Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic' and 'Fields of Gold' feature in new arrangements.    

This is on top of wider digital innovation as we make available 24 more productions on ROH Stream. These will include work from Wayne McGregor, and Joseph Toonga's See Us!! , as well as The Royal Ballet’s new production of Cinderella. These will be supported by a raft of new behind-the-scenes films, interviews and performances, including a celebration of Antonio Pappano's tenure as Music Director of The Royal Opera; a host of choreographic and vocal masterclasses; and exclusive World Ballet Day content, with rehearsals and insights from across its rich ten-year history. 

In the community

We also announce our biggest, boldest and most impactful national learning programme to date, inspiring creativity of children and young people across the country.  Our flagship Create & Learn programmes drive this national output, which sits alongside industry-leading talent development projects, a new partnership in South Yorkshire, with Rotherham, and a raft of daytime events, family activities and free concerts in our Covent Garden home. 

In July, we unveil our first ever national Create Day , connecting more than 2,000 children across four locations around the country: Coventry, Doncaster, Thurrock and Covent Garden. Large scale events, connected via live broadcast, take place in each location and see participants perform pieces inspired by Crystal Pite’s Light of Passage , the culmination of months of work in schools around the UK. This will be expanded still further in 2024, with every school in the country being invited to take part, making it the largest shared cultural schools project ever hosted in the UK. 

In Rotherham, we work with local partners to deliver a programme of activity with the aim of reaching every primary school in the region. The programme gives pupils aged 5-11 access to curriculum-linked lesson plans, in school workshops, the chance to see live performances at the Royal Opera House, and to participate in large-scale performance opportunities locally.  It features a collaboration with the Rotherham Music Service on a performance at Magna Science Adventure Centre in June 2024, with more than 1,400 primary school children performing alongside artists of the Royal Opera House in a unique celebration of art, learning and participation.  The programme intends to support the creative confidence of teachers and young people in the run up to Rotherham being the first Children's Capital of Culture in 2025.   

Following on from the great legacy of ROH Bridge, we also launch ROH East , a dedicated new programme which works in Levelling Up for Culture schools across the East of England, building confidence of teachers and inspiring creativity of young people across Essex, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and North Kent.  We also celebrate the tenth anniversary of Thurrock Trailblazer, which has delivered arts initiatives to almost 100,000 children and young people in 57 schools across the region to date. 

Following this Season’s programme of work in support of Ukraine and those displaced by the war, we continue to work with the displaced Ukrainian community inspiring hope through the collective act of singing. This builds on work undertaken across the 2022/23 Season with the Ukrainian community in London. This included the Songs for Ukraine project, as well as dedicated performances from both The Royal Ballet and The Royal Opera, which helped to raise £450,000 for Disasters Emergency Committee's Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal. 

Get involved

Young ROH goes from strength-to-strength in its third year, with 10,000 tickets made available to 16–25-year-olds for just £30. The scheme has helped attract younger audiences, which now make up the single largest audience group at the Royal Opera House. This programme sits alongside six whole house Schools’ Matinees, offered at a heavily discounted rate to state school children, and the Paul Hamlyn Christmas Treat, offering a specially-invited audience the chance to see The Nutcracker in our first ever relaxed performance on the Main Stage. We will welcome more than 10,000 young people up and down the country as part of this project. 

147 events take place in Covent Garden including 16 free Live at Lunch performances and 40 Insights, offering a unique behind-the scenes look at our resident companies. Many of these are broadcast online for free. We also unveil our biggest programme of guided tours to date, offering 11 unique behind-the-curtain experiences which promise to build on the more than 50,000 tour guests we welcomed last Season. This includes high teas, a look at our second home at the High House Production Park in Thurrock, and curated histories of the Royal Opera House through the lens of Pride and International Women's Day.  

We unveil a host of thought-provoking free exhibitions and displays throughout next Season which bring our spaces to life and invite audiences to delve deeper behind the scenes. These include a celebration of the huge talent that was Maria Callas, celebrating the centennial of her birth, and a dedicated exhibition by photographer Mary McCartney who captured exclusive behind the scenes images of Wayne McGregor’s critically acclaimed ballet The Dante Project. There will also be commemorative displays of beautiful historical costumes including a celebration of the centenary of Nicholas Georgiadis who designed sumptuous costumes for Kenneth MacMillan ballets including Manon and Mayerling . 

Our Commitments

We continue our efforts to offer new projects that develop future talent and drive diversity across both of our art forms and the industry. Following the success of our Pilot Orchestra Mentorship programme in 2022/23, we launch ‘ Overture ’ in partnership with Black Lives in Music, continuing to work with young musicians aged 18-25 from the global majority or other underrepresented backgrounds to provide essential mentoring tailored to the participants’ individual needs while enhancing skill sets, insight and training in the classical music field.  

Over the Season, we run six more Creative Exchanges with community groups around London, providing a creative space for Royal Opera House artists and external participants to come together, share their experiences and create their own work inspired by ballet and opera stories. 

Chance to Dance, our flagship programme aimed at giving primary school children from areas with limited artistic provision their first opportunity to engage creatively with ballet, expands to include five areas, and the Youth Opera Company , our in-house chorus of 50+ state school children, perform in two main stage productions: Cavalleria rusticana/Pagliacci and Carmen.   

The Jette Parker Artists recruit an additional seven international artists to take their first steps on the international stage; and we welcome our biggest ever cohort of apprentices (15) into a range of departments across the organisation- including roles in costume, lighting, technical and production, IT, and marketing. 

Join us in person, watch in cinemas, on Stream, or experience our work through programmes across the UK. Tickets are available from £9. 

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  18. Royal Opera House: London Opera House Tours

    The Royal Opera House main stage has hosted spectacular performances by the Royal Ballet, Royal Opera and Royal Opera House Orchestra since it was built in 1858. The tour allows you to learn more about architecture, hear stories of artists who have taken center stage and learn about the cutting-edge technology that keeps the theater running.

  19. The BEST Royal Opera House, London Tours 2024

    The best Royal Opera House, London Tours are: London: Harry Potter Movie Locations Magic Guided Tour; London: Theaters, Soho, and Chinatown Self Guided Audio Tour; London: A Magical Freddie Mercury Adventure with a VIP Guide; London Covent Garden: Self-Guided Tour with Audio Guide

  20. Experience the Royal Opera House Through A Virtual 360 Tour

    Virtual 360 Tour. The Royal Opera House is one of the UK's most prestigious performance spaces. As a publicly-funded institution ROH wanted to open its doors to invite anyone to come and absorb its cultural heritage and drink coffee in its cafes. This 360 virtual tour showcases some of the venue's most exciting spaces. And it offers several ...

  21. Official Site of Goodspeed Musicals London Theatre Tour

    2012 London & Dublin Tour. 2011 London Tour. Official site of the Award-winning musical theatre at the historic Goodspeed Opera House - home of the American musical! Goodspeed produces three musicals at The Goodspeed in East Haddam, and specializes in producing and developing new musicals at The Terris Theatre.

  22. Private Tours

    Discover the history and magic of the Royal Opera House with a private tour led by an expert guide. You can explore the stunning auditorium, the backstage areas, the costume and wig workshops, and more. Book your tour online and enjoy a unique experience at the heart of London's cultural scene.

  23. Take a Backstage Tour of the Metropolitan Opera House

    The Metropolitan Opera has been in operation since 1883 when its home was on 39th Street and Broadway.In 1966 the Met Opera moved into its current Wallace Harrison-designed theater at Lincoln Center.

  24. The Royal Opera House announces 2023/24 Season

    Wednesday 26 April 2023, 10am. The Royal Opera House today announces its 2023/24 Season, unveiling a bold programme of thrilling new work, UK premieres and much-loved revivals, alongside the biggest national learning programme in our history, exciting new regional partnerships, and a host of daytime events, behind the scenes tours, exhibitions ...