The Magic Flute - Royal Ballet and Opera tickets
About The Magic Flute - Royal Ballet and Opera
Sometimes to save your girl you need to fight off monstrous serpents and merciless mothers.
In a kingdom of monsters, temples and enchantments, Prince Tamino is on a mission to rescue Pamina, the daughter of the Queen of the Night. But first, he must undergo a series of trials to earn back his true love...
Featuring the iconic Queen of the Night aria, The Magic Flute is the perfect opera to experience this holiday season.
Sung in German with English surtitles, which are displayed on screens above the stage and around the auditorium.
BSL Interpreted:
- Thursday, 17th December, 7:15pm
Audio Described:
- Wednesday, 30th December, 12:00pm (with Touch Tour)
Family Friendly:
- Friday, 8th January 2027, 12:00pm
Run time
3hr 5min. Incl. 1 interval.
Venue
Categories
Opera, West End
Age
Ages 5+. Children under the age of five are not permitted. Children over the age of five must have their own ticket and sit next to an accompanying adult.
Start date
13th December, 2026
End date
17th February, 2027
The Magic Flute - Royal Ballet and Opera cast and creative team
Music: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Libretto: Emanuel Schikaneder
Director: David McVicar
Cast list: Elena Villalón, Sofia Fomina, Miles Mykkanen, David Fischer, Mikhail Timoshenko, Konstantin Krimmel, Olga Pudova, Aleksandra Olczyk and others
Sets: John Macfarlane
Lighting: Paule Constable
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 | Matinee | Evening |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | - | - |
| Tuesday | - | - |
| Wednesday | - | - |
| Thursday | - | 7:15 PM |
| Friday | - | - |
| Saturday | - | - |
| Sunday | 3:00 PM | - |
Frequently asked questions
What is The Magic Flute - Royal Ballet and Opera about?
In a kingdom of monsters, temples and enchantments, Prince Tamino is sent on a mission to rescue Pamina, the daughter of the Queen of the Night. But Tamin and his friendly sidekick, Papageno, soon learn that when it comes to the quest for love, nothing is as it seems.
What is the length of The Magic Flute - Royal Ballet and Opera?
The Magic Flute - Royal Ballet and Opera is 3hr 5min. Incl. 1 interval.
Where is The Magic Flute - Royal Ballet and Opera?
Royal Opera House.
What's the price for The Magic Flute - Royal Ballet and Opera tickets?
The price for tickets to The Magic Flute - Royal Ballet and Opera starts at £53.
How old do children need to be to see The Magic Flute - Royal Ballet and Opera?
Ages 5+. Children under the age of five are not permitted. Children over the age of five must have their own ticket and sit next to an accompanying adult.
How do you buy tickets for The Magic Flute - Royal Ballet and Opera?
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