Set in Rome, 1800, this gripping opera tells the story of Floria Tosca – a tempestuous opera singer who is used to being in the spotlight. But the on-stage drama turns into real life tragedy when she discovers her lover Cavaradossi has been captured by Baron Scarpia. There is only one way to save him – Tosca must give herself to Scarpia or Cavaradossi will bekilled.
Experience one of the world's most beloved operas as Puccini'sthriller of romance and revolution returns to the stunning surroundings of the Royal Opera House.
Jonathan Kent’s classic staging conjures all the beauty and bloodshed of 19th-century Rome, while the emotive music of Tosca’s score transports us inside the conflicted souls of its characters.
Important Information
This production contains depictions of violence, sexual assault and implied torture. There are gunshots in Act III.Age Restrictions
12+Now taking bookings for performances from Mon 1st July 2024 until Sun 21st July 2024.
Show times for each day are below.
Mon
7.00pm
Tue
-
Wed
7.30pm
Thu
-
Fri
7.30pm
Sat
-
Sun
-
Bus routes: (Aldwych) RV1, 6, 11, 13, 23, 59, 68, 87, 171, 172, 188, X68
Night buses: (Aldwych) 6, 23, 188, N11, N13, N26, N47, N68, N87, N89, N155, N171, N551
Nearest rail: Charing Cross
Tube lines: Piccadilly
Nearest tube: Covent Garden
Directions from Covent Garden :
(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.
Car park: Drury Lane, Parker Street (7mins)
In congestion zone?: Yes
Air conditioned
Bar
Disabled toilets
Infrared hearing loop
Toilets
Wheelchair accessible
Please note: The location shown on the map is an approximate location of the theatre. In the majority of cases the theatre will be marked on the map so please make sure you locate the exact location yourself. If the theatre is not shown on the map please make sure you locate the correct road name and take account of the directions.
Tosca
Royal Opera House, London
Running until: Sun 21st July 2024
Running time: 3 hours (incl. two intervals)