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Whether you're new to ballet and opera or you've loved them all your life, we have something for you.

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Thurrock, Essex
Tours

Thurrock Workshop Tour

3 November 2026–26 January 2027

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.

A group of women sit around holding their arms upwards placing one hand in front of the other. The image is black and white and artistic.

Linbury Theatre
Ballet and dance

Madam

3–4 November 2026

A celebration of the pioneering woman who set the standard for British ballet.

The Bridge of Aspiration linking the Royal Opera House and the Royal Ballet School

Royal Opera House
Tours

Architecture Tour

5 November–17 December 2026

Learn about the architecture of our world-famous Victorian theatre and its transformation over the centuries.

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 auditorium of the Royal Opera House.

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.

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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.