Recitals at Lunch
Recitals at Lunch
Recitals at Lunch
Experience an exciting programme of music in the opulent setting of the historic Royal Opera House Crush Room.
Experience an exciting programme of music in the opulent setting of the historic Royal Opera House Crush Room.
Experience an exciting programme of music in the opulent setting of the historic Royal Opera House Crush Room.
Background
Experience an exciting programme of music in the opulent setting of the historic Royal Opera House Crush Room. These regular lunchtime performances feature artists from The Royal Opera, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Jette Parker Artists and a range of guest artists in performances inspired by the heritage of the Royal Ballet and Opera, its operas and music.
We’re delighted to bring Recitals at Lunch performances to the Crush Room this Season, each curated by members of the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House. Upcoming recitals include:
13 October 2025
Celebrating the music of Duke Ellington (1899–1974)
20 October 2025
A celebration of British Music of the 20th Century by composers including Gerald Finzi (1901-1956) Rebecca Clarke (1886-1979), Frank Bridge (1879-1941) and Benjamin Britten (1913-1976).
17 November 2025
Miniatures Op.75a for two violins and viola – Antonín Dvořák (1841-1904)
Souvenir de Florence for string sextet – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893)
15 December 2025
Three Concerti Grossi – George Frideric Handel (1685 – 1759)
You may only purchase up to six tickets for each of these recitals.
Accessibility
For step-free access, use the power assisted door at the Piazza entrance in Covent Garden and at the ground-level entrance on Bow Street. There are lifts and escalators which take you throughout the building. The flooring in the building varies – some floors are smooth and tiled, and some are carpeted. The spaces can be busy, loud and bright at times. We have accessible toilets on the Ground Floor, near the Linbury Foyer and on Level 5.
Join our Access Scheme for priority access performance tickets and to personalise your account for your access requirements.
See our Accessibility page for more information on access at the Royal Opera House.
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