London Culture: The Royal Opera, under the direction of Antonio Pappano, is one of the world?s leading opera companies. Based in the iconic Covent Garden theatre, it is renowned for its outstanding performances of both traditional opera as well as commissioning new works by today?s leading opera composers such as Harrison Birtwistle, Mark-Anthony Turnage and Thomas Ades.
Based at the Royal Opera House in London?s Covent Garden, The Royal Ballet, led by Director Dame Monica Mason, is Britain?s largest ballet company. The Company has a wide-ranging repertory showcasing the great classical ballets, heritage works from Founder Choreographer Frederick Ashton and Principal Choreographer Kenneth MacMillan, as well as new works by the foremost choreographers of today.
Access is a key issue for the Company and its work is seen not just at the Royal Opera House but via televised and cinematic performances, outdoor Big Screen performances, international touring and through the work of the Company?s Education Department
