Initially, it was known as the Theatre Royal. ROH is home to the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, The Royal Ballet and The Royal Opera, and has served as the playhouse for many acts since its construction in 1732.

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Enjoying
Opera for
the First
Time
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Opera as an art form is
something that is enjoyed
by many people around
the world. If you’re not one
of them but would like to
give it a try, it’s important
to have an open mind.
Escaping any prejudice you
might have about opera is
probably the trickiest part,
but once you’ve committed
to it, you should be halfway
there towards enjoying the
experience.

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Ticket Costs
There’s no escaping the fact that opera tickets aren’t cheap. For many
theatres, having a full orchestra, designer, set, director and producer is quite
the cost, and that’s not factoring in the fees for bringing in international
superstars. However, there are regular ticket deals that might provide you
with cheaper seats.
Dress Code
While you might feel underdressed showing up in jeans thanks to all the movie
scenes that depict smartly dressed individuals attending the opera, most opera
houses don’t enforce dress codes. So feel free to dress up or down.
Making the Most of It
You’ll have the best chance of enjoying the opera experience if you see the
best performance on offer. If you were taking someone to enjoy their first
soccer match, you wouldn’t take them to see the preliminary rounds of the
League Cup. Make your first experience a memorable one.

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