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This world-famous theatre, home of the Royal Ballet, the Royal Opera and the ROH Orchestra, is open during the day to the general public, as well as being open to ticket holders during performances. Pre-booked guided tours are available daily. Enjoy a morning coffee or lunch at the Amphitheatre Restaurant, or take a drink out to the Amphitheatre Terrace with its stunning views across the Covent Garden Piazza. Buy a ticket for a performance from the Box Office and visit the ROH shop for a wide range of souvenirs.
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| Opening times: | Booking Monday to Saturday 10.00am-8.00pm At the Box Office in the Link between Bow Street and Covent Garden Piazza. |
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review of Royal Opera House
A site of theatrical nature since 1728, the Royal Opera House is, as its name suggests, the don of opera houses in England. Home also to the Royal Ballet, a wide range of shows come through, all of which are the highest quality and the surroundings are as lush as it's possible to get.
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Latest 3 reviews of Royal Opera House
Elegant evening at an historic venue
I saw a performance of "Onegin" by the Royal Ballet here on somewhat of a whim. I was able to get excellent seats on a Wednesday evening the same day of the performance. Yes, they are a little on the pricey side (80-100 pounds) but the performance was worth it. There are several restaurants around the area that cater to the pre-performance crowd and a combination of dinner with a show made for a very enjoyable evening.
16 November 2008
splendid venue and quality productions
I went a few weeks ago to see Nozze di Figaro and was again very impressed by the venue and the production.
they also now sell a few tickets for each representation around L10, obviously not the best sits but still a great evening out.
5 September 2008
Fascinating behind-the-scenes tour
We noticed the Royal Opera House tucked away in the corner of Covent Garden on our way to the market. We discovered that they do a backstage tour for the very reasonable price of L9.00 a ticket. As very non-opera people, I was a bit worried we might be a bit out of place but it was fascinating. We sat in the magnificent auditorioum whilst they set up for the opening night of Carmen and were given a really interesting history of the theatre and its recent refurbishment. We were able to view the backstage area, props department and even got to watch the ballet dancers from the Royal Ballet rehearse an upcoming performance. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and helpful, and the building itself is amazing. We came away with a great insight into the most used working theatre in Europe and wanting to go and see a performance. Well worth a visit!
28 March 2008
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Backstage Tours Guided walk
Recurring event
Visit the Backstage and the Front of House areas of one of the world's leading theatres as it prepares to open its doors for the evening performance. The Backstage Tours include an introduction to the colourful history of the theatre, an insight into the redevelopment of the Royal Opera House and a look at aspects of current productions. As the Royal Opera House is a fully working theatre, each tour is a unique experience, and may include opportunities to see The Royal Ballet in class, or the magnificent backstage technology in operation.Voluntaries + The Lesson + New McGregor Performance
13 Nov 2008 to 26 Nov 2008
A programme of three short works including a world premiere from Wayne McGregor, with designs by Julian Opie.Elektra Opera
21 Nov 2008 to 24 Nov 2008
A performance of one of the most concentrated of Richard Strauss's operas: leading roles of intensity and power, dramatic confrontations and virtuoso orchestral playing. The classic tale is one of intense love and hate in a family riven by intrigue and violence, focused on the daughter who plans the death of her mother for plotting the murder of her father.21 Nov 2008 to 22 Nov 2008
A series of performances: Circular Disorientation: featuring Impact Dance, a hip-hop theatre and street dance company, creating work that fuses street and contemporary movement with physical theatre; Evolution: a powerful and mesmerising solo that challenges preconceptions of aesthetics and a body's perceived limitations, in a showcase of Claire Cunningham's unique acrobatic dance style crafted around the subtle and skilful use of her crutches, she glides across the floor and twists through majestic, balletic and dextrous sequences; and Modified Toy Orchestra: led by a series of musicians who play a collection of rescued and reconstructed children's electronic toys.
Location Information Royal Opera House
| Address: | Covent Garden, London London WC2E 9DD |
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| Telephone: | +44 (0)20 7304 4000 |
| Email: | onlinebooking@roh.org.uk |
| Website: | www.royaloperahouse.org.uk |
| Public transport: | Covent Garden Tube |
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