Semele - Royal Ballet and Opera

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.

★★★★
'Pretty Yende leads an outstanding cast'
Backhtrack

★★★★
'Deeply disturbing and thought provoking'
The Standard

★★★★
'Pretty Yende plays Semele to perfection'
The Times

★★★★
Financial Times

Important Information

This production contains depictions of violence, murder and medical procedures by force.

Age Restrictions

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.

Performance Times

Now taking bookings for performances up until Fri 18th July 2025.

Show times for each day are below.

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