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Royal Opera House

With a theatre on this site since 1732, the Royal Opera House is steeped in centuries of history. The current theatre was designed by Edmund Barry and opened in 1858. Many of the rooms still boast the original architectural features from this time.

The stage has played host to some of the world’s greatest performers from Pavarotti to Callas, Nureyev and Fonteyn. After a major redevelopment completed in 1999, the Royal Opera House now combines elements of the original Victorian theatre with state of the art backstage facilities to great effect. As the home of world-class opera and ballet, the Royal Opera House remains a standard for national and international excellence.

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Amphitheatre Bar & Restaurant

Located on the top floor of the Royal Opera House and overlooking the Paul Hamlyn Hall, the Amphitheatre level is a hugely flexible modern space. The Amphitheatre Restaurant is a fantastic contemporary room which can be used for lunches, conferences or as a breakout space for larger conferences.

The Amphitheatre Bar is an ideal space to use in conjunction with the Paul Hamlyn Hall or for a reception. The connecting Amphitheatre Terrace commands a breathtaking view over the London skyline and invites guests to soak up the atmosphere from an exclusive vantage point. The room plays host to our audience on performance nights and evening availability is limited to nights with no performance.

Capacities:
500 - Amphitheatre Bar
200 - Amphitheatre Restaurant

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Conservatory

The Conservatory, previously only open to our patrons, is now available to hire on performance nights for the first time in our illustrious history. Situated above the old carriage walkway on Bow Street, the room with its barrelled roof and elegant floor to ceiling windows is ideal for small drinks receptions and intimate dinners.

Capacity: 80

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Crush Room

Dating back to 1858, the glorious Crush Room has been fully restored to its original gilded splendour. The 17th century Flemish artworks and crystal chandeliers are said to be made up from the chandelier that once hung in the centre of the auditorium. The room perfectly captures the historical splendour of the Royal Opera House and offers an impressive venue for smaller conferences, launches and lunches.

Capacity: 200

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Linbury Theatre & Foyer

The purpose-built Linbury Theatre is a flexible modern theatre space within the heart of the Royal Opera House. With retractable seating for 394 people, this contemporary space is an ideal venue for conferences with high production and AV requirements. Its adaptable layout and separate access offer great creative potential and the opportunity to hold a multitude of events from press launches to conferences.

The adjoining private foyer and a bar are perfect for registration as well as refreshment breaks and receptions, allowing your guests to network and enjoy their surroundings.

Capacities:
400 - Linbury Theatre
300 - Linbury Foyer

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Paul Hamlyn Hall

Completed in 1860, the then Floral Hall was used as an exotic flower market during the day and an events venue in the evening.

Restored in 1997, this history is carried on today and the space continues to hold events as stunning as it's surroundings. With its magnificent barrelled roof and stunning ironwork the room is ideal for those wishing to leave a lasting impression on their guests. This light and spacious venue is perfectly suited for lunches, conferences, award ceremonies and launches.

The room plays host to our audience on performance nights and evening availability is limited to nights with no performance.

Available to hire - September 2012
As part of the Olympic celebrations, the Royal Opera House will be performing Wagner's world famous Ring Cycle. During the extensive rehearsal period the magnificent Paul Hamlyn Hall will be available to hire during the month of September. Please click here for more information.

Capacity: 1000

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Private Dining Rooms

Situated in the old vaulted dressing rooms of the Royal Opera House, these eight intimate trust rooms are ideal for small meetings, receptions, lunches and dinners.

Each of the well-appointed rooms are charmingly named and themed after performances of The Royal Opera and The Royal Ballet. Four of these adaptable rooms can be transformed into one room in order to accommodate larger groups and parties.

Capacity: 60

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