Semele Tickets
About Semele
Semele enters the world of the wealthy as Jupiter’s lover and can’t believe her luck. Yet soon his wife Juno, struck by jealousy, concocts a plan for revenge.
Following a sell-out success in Paris and featuring an all-star cast including Pretty Yende – one of the world's best opera singers – don’t miss this mythological masterpiece.
Run time
3hrs. Incl. 1 interval.
Venue
Categories
Opera, West End
Age
Ages 16+. Children under the age of five are not permitted into our theatres. Children over age five must have their own ticket and sit next to an accompanying adult.
Start date
30th June, 2025
End date
18th July, 2025
Important information
This production contains depictions of violence, murder and medical procedures by force.
Semele cast and creative team
Libretto: William Congreve
Music: George Frideric Handel
Director: Oliver Mears
Movement Direction: Sarah Fahie
Cast list: The cast of this production may vary depending on performance date.
Design: Annemarie Woods
Lighting: Fabiana Piccioli
Venue
Royal Opera House
Directions
Location: West End
Railway station: Charing Cross
Bus numbers: (Aldwych) RV1, 6, 11, 13, 23, 59, 68, 87, 171, 172, 188, X68
Night bus numbers: (Aldwych) 6, 23, 188, N11, N13, N26, N47, N68, N87, N89, N155, N171, N551
Car park: Drury Lane, Parker Street (7mins)
Directions from tube: (3 mins) The Royal Opera House is off Covent Garden piazza, which is visible from the tube station exit. There is a revolving door entrance at the piazza.
Show schedule
| Day of week | Evening |
|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00 PM |
| Tuesday | - |
| Wednesday | 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | - |
| Friday | 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | - |
| Sunday | - |
Frequently asked questions
What is Semele about?
Seduction, power, privilege. A new production of Handel's daring opera.
What is the length of Semele?
Semele is 3hrs. Incl. 1 interval.
Where is Semele?
Royal Opera House.
What's the price for Semele tickets?
The price for tickets to Semele starts at £20.
How old do children need to be to see Semele?
Ages 16+. Children under the age of five are not permitted into our theatres. Children over age five must have their own ticket and sit next to an accompanying adult.
How do you buy tickets for Semele?
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