Peter Grimes - Royal Ballet and Opera tickets
About Peter Grimes - Royal Ballet and Opera
Peter Grimes, a fisherman in a small coastal town, is accused of a terrible crime. Though cleared of legal guilt, he faces the judgment and hostility of the villagers. When tragedy strikes again, Peter, consumed by guilt and paranoia, returns to the sea.
Allan Clayton, Bryn Terfel and Maria Bengtsson star in Britten's bleak operatic tragedy, in which the dark undercurrents of paranoia and mob mentality lead to a turbulent, haunting end. Be gripped by this shocking story and moved by stunning singing in this critically-acclaimed production of one of opera’s most haunting tales.
Run time
3hr 30min. Incl. 2 intervals.
Venue
Categories
Opera, West End
Age
Ages 12+.
Start date
5th May, 2026
End date
28th May, 2026
Important information
This production contains themes of child cruelty, the death of a child and depictions of suicide.
Peter Grimes - Royal Ballet and Opera cast and creative team
Libretto: Montagu Slater
Music: Benjamin Britten
Director: Deborah Warner
Choreography: Kim Brandstrup
Cast list: Allan Clayton, Maria Bengtsson, Bryn Terfel, Clive Bayley, Jacques Imbrailo
Sets: Michael Levine
Costumes: Luis F. Carvalho
Lighting: Peter Mumford
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 | - |
| Tuesday | 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | - |
| Thursday | - |
| Friday | 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | - |
| Sunday | - |
Frequently asked questions
What is Peter Grimes - Royal Ballet and Opera about?
Peter Grimes, a fisherman in a small coastal town, is accused of a terrible crime. Though cleared of legal guilt, he faces the judgment and hostility of the villagers. When tragedy strikes again, Peter, consumed by guilt and paranoia, returns to the sea.
What is the length of Peter Grimes - Royal Ballet and Opera?
Peter Grimes - Royal Ballet and Opera is 3hr 30min. Incl. 2 intervals.
Where is Peter Grimes - Royal Ballet and Opera?
Royal Opera House.
What's the price for Peter Grimes - Royal Ballet and Opera tickets?
The price for tickets to Peter Grimes - Royal Ballet and Opera starts at £43.
How old do children need to be to see Peter Grimes - Royal Ballet and Opera?
Ages 12+.
How do you buy tickets for Peter Grimes - Royal Ballet and Opera?
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