Royal Ballet and Opera

You're walking down Bow Street in Covent Garden and suddenly you're standing in front of this magnificent Victorian building with its columned portico and gilt detailing. Inside, the main theatre is absolutely breathtaking—all red velvet, ornate plasterwork and that particular hush that only comes before the curtain rises. Whether you're catching a Royal Ballet premiere or an opera that'll properly move you, there's an electricity here that's genuinely special. It's not stuffy or gatekeep-y despite the grandeur; you get every type of Londoner in these seats.