Opera House

I've been coming to the ROH for over 15 years now on a regular basis. I'm not too big on ballet but I'm am a huge opera fan. I've sat in every part and watched opera from all angles but centre Grand Tier is my favourite, but you have to be willing to spoil yourself if you want a ticket. I generall read moreI've been coming to the ROH for over 15 years now on a regular basis. I'm not too big on ballet but I'm am a huge opera fan. I've sat in every part and watched opera from all angles but centre Grand Tier is my favourite, but you have to be willing to spoil yourself if you want a ticket. I generally go on my own, so it's not too tricky to find a spare seat in the front but it's well worth it. If you want to go with someone else and sit together then you want to book well in advance as tickets sell quickly for prime spots. If you plan to go often then it's worth investing in becoming a member and getting the advance booking option. Yes, you don't have to see the stage to enjoy the opera, but I find it adds to the expereince and gives you that extra chill down your spine when you see the emotion, not just in the voice but in the expressions and movements of the singers. Not a fan of the Royal Box, you have to turn your head the entire time and it gets uncomfortable. Performances are usually exceptional, sometimes they drop the ball a bit but overall I don't regret the evening. The dining is okay but I generally don't bother. You can get a sandwich selection during the opera if you get a box to yourself. Quite good but it can be a bit distracting as you think, "Shall I'll have another?", and then you miss bits of the opera in the meantime. Best not to bother.

Popped in for a look at the renovation work. Stunning building with lovely outside bar terrace and views over Covent garden. Magnificent chandeliers. Only wish we could have stayed longer. Definitely would recommend a visit.

As much for the productions this is an excellent theatre with really good facilities and seating (stalls). Egress / exit from the seating a tad constrained as an older layout, so slow. Usually an appreciative audience. Have seen a variety of really well done performances spanning ballet, opera and c read moreAs much for the productions this is an excellent theatre with really good facilities and seating (stalls). Egress / exit from the seating a tad constrained as an older layout, so slow. Usually an appreciative audience. Have seen a variety of really well done performances spanning ballet, opera and choral some of them superlative.