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The Winter's Tale

15 May - 1 June 2024

Shakespeare’s profound story of love and loss, artfully adapted into a contemporary three-act narrative ballet by Artistic Associate Christopher Wheeldon, returns to the Main Stage.

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A tree standing in the middle of the stage with two dancers performing in The Winter's Tale.
Lisette Oropesa and Rachael Lloyd in Lucia di Lammermoor © 2017 ROH. Photograph by Stephen Cummiskey
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Les Rendezvous / The Dream / Rhapsody
A dancer waves an orange scarf overhead in a performance of The Dream / Short Works / Rhapsody. 
L’Olimpiade 
The cast of Andrea Chénier performing onstage at the Royal Opera House.
An ensemble cast dressed in their evening best and masquerade masks celebrate around a long table under bright lights that say 'Cosi Fan Tutte' onstage at the Royal Opera House.
A tree standing in the middle of the stage with two dancers performing in The Winter's Tale.
Lisette Oropesa and Rachael Lloyd in Lucia di Lammermoor © 2017 ROH. Photograph by Stephen Cummiskey
Carmen
Les Rendezvous / The Dream / Rhapsody
A dancer waves an orange scarf overhead in a performance of The Dream / Short Works / Rhapsody. 
L’Olimpiade 
The cast of Andrea Chénier performing onstage at the Royal Opera House.
An ensemble cast dressed in their evening best and masquerade masks celebrate around a long table under bright lights that say 'Cosi Fan Tutte' onstage at the Royal Opera House.
A tree standing in the middle of the stage with two dancers performing in The Winter's Tale.
Lisette Oropesa and Rachael Lloyd in Lucia di Lammermoor © 2017 ROH. Photograph by Stephen Cummiskey
Carmen
Les Rendezvous / The Dream / Rhapsody
A dancer waves an orange scarf overhead in a performance of The Dream / Short Works / Rhapsody. 
L’Olimpiade 
The cast of Andrea Chénier performing onstage at the Royal Opera House.
An ensemble cast dressed in their evening best and masquerade masks celebrate around a long table under bright lights that say 'Cosi Fan Tutte' onstage at the Royal Opera House.
Opera singer Pretty Yende is photographed as Semele, a character in the opera of the same name. Semele gazes up at an unseen person who casts a looming shadow over her.

Announcing the 2024/25 Season

Today, the Royal Ballet and Opera announces its 2024/25 Season. Under a new combined organisational name, the Season features a programme of bold new productions, alongside returning audience favourites, thrilling debuts and bright new voices. 

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Behind the Scenes Tour
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  • Tours
Behind the Scenes Tour
Behind the Scenes Tour
14 May - 21 July 2024
Take a look in the areas that are normally off-limits to the public, including rehearsal studios, costumes and production workshops.
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Ballet Tea and Tour
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  • Tours
Ballet Tea and Tour
Ballet Tea and Tour
19 May - 13 July 2024
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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Jukebox for Meet the Young Artists Week 2018, The Crush Room © 2018 ROH. Photographed by Roger Way
  • Multiple venues
  • Opera and music
  • Workshops and activities
Recitals at Lunch
Recitals at Lunch
20 May - 8 July 2024
Experience an exciting programme of music in the opulent setting of the historic Royal Opera House Crush Room.
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Open House 2021 ©2021 ROH. Photograph by Laura Aziz
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  • Tours
HerStory of the Royal Opera House
HerStory of the Royal Opera House
25 May - 29 June 2024
Immerse yourself in the history and stories of the Royal Opera House through the experiences of the incredible women who made it.
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Live at Lunch
  • Paul Hamlyn Hall
  • Opera and music
  • Workshops and activities
Live at Lunch
Live at Lunch
24 May - 19 July 2024
Free performances featuring Royal Opera House and guest artists. Admittance subject to capacity.
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MARGUERITE AND ARMAND (2017)
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  • Ballet and dance
MARGUERITE AND ARMAND (2017)
MARGUERITE AND ARMAND (2017)
The tragic love affair between the courtesan Marguerite, and her lover Armand.
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LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR (2016)
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  • Opera and music
LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR (2016)
LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR (2016)
Katie Mitchell’s acclaimed production brings intensity and gothic drama to Donizetti’s setting of Walter Scott’s novel.
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ANASTASIA ACT III (2023)
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  • Ballet and dance
ANASTASIA ACT III (2023)
ANASTASIA ACT III (2023)
Kenneth MacMillan's gripping exploration of an identity in crisis.
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Cinderella (2023)
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  • Ballet and dance
Cinderella (2023)
Cinderella (2023)
Through the seasons and the stars, where dreams blossom. A new production of a timeless classic.
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AIDA (2022)
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  • Opera and music
AIDA (2022)
AIDA (2022)
Love and duty collide and nations clash in Verdi's monumental political drama.
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Spotlight on... Matthew Ball
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  • Ballet and dance
Spotlight on... Matthew Ball
Spotlight on... Matthew Ball
Matthew Ball discusses his role highlights and his career with The Royal Ballet.
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Swan Lake (2018)
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  • Ballet and dance
Swan Lake (2018)
Swan Lake (2018)
Rent for three days
One of the most beautiful classical ballets with a sublime Tchaikovsky score.
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History of the Present
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  • Opera and music
History of the Present
History of the Present
An experimental opera-film forefronting working-class women’s voices to ask: who has the right to speak and in what way?
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Spotlight on... Mayara Magri
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  • Ballet and dance
Spotlight on... Mayara Magri
Spotlight on... Mayara Magri
Mayara Magri discusses what she loves about dance and her career with The Royal Ballet.
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