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A chilling opera thirller and sequel to Le nozze di Figaro. Elena Langer's Figaro Gets a Divorce reveals what happened after Susanna and Figaro got married... The first opera premiere of the spring season — plays from January 31.
A chilling opera thirller and sequel to Le nozze di Figaro. Elena Langer's Figaro Gets a Divorce reveals what happened after Susanna and Figaro got married... The first opera premiere of the spring season — plays from January 31.
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Running out of ideas for the holidays? Give a gift certificate to the Opera: you choose the amount yourself and can print a nice card and fill in a personal message. Then the recipient can choose from opera and ballet, classics and new works. Something for all tastes.
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Anniversary Concert
Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Beethoven’s ninth symphony under the baton of Musical Director and Royal Court Kapellmeister Alan Gilbert as we kick off the celebrations for the Orchestra's quincentennial.
Anniversary Concert
Figaro Gets a Divorce
Figaro Gets a Divorce — a worthy sequel to Il barbiere di Siviglia and Le nozze di Figaro, now being performed for the first time in Sweden. How will it end?
Figaro Gets a Divorce
Der ferne Klang
The critically acclaimed production from 2019 is back, featuring Agneta Eichenholz in her acclaimed portrayal of Grete in Schreker's symbolist-scented opera.
Der ferne Klang
Juliet & Romeo
The legendary Mats Ek's interpretation of the immortal love story with the Royal Swedish Ballet has triumphantly crossed the globe - now back again!
Juliet & Romeo
Askungen
A performance for young people where the classic Cinderella myth is reshaped to fit into today's world, all under the watchful eye of Örjan Andersson...
Askungen
Madama Butterfly
One of two beloved Puccini operas of the 2025/2026 season — Madama Butterfly continues to fascinate audiences. Now in a new version for today's audience!
Madama Butterfly
Lifar/Forsythe
Two groundbreaking choreographers, an inspiring evening that showcases the Royal Swedish Ballet's unparalleled expertise.
Lifar/Forsythe
Turandot
Experience one of the opera world's most beloved arias, »Nessun dorma«! Puccini's Turandot is so much more - you will be captivated from the first second!
Turandot
Gustavia
The gripping story of Gustav Badin Couschi, inspired by real people and events, came to life on the Royal Swedish Opera's stage with a star-studded artistic team 2024 - now back!
Gustavia
2026 marks the quincentenary of the Royal Swedish Orchestra
One of the world's oldest orchestras is celebrating its 500th anniversary. We are kicking off the anniversary year with two concerts where the Royal Swedish Orchestra, under the direction of maestro Alan Gilbert, will perform Beethoven's Ninth Symphony.
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Donate or spend?
In the main entrance stands the dressed Gift Tree, a symbol of the Opera's fundraising in favour of the Royal Swedish Ballet's Young Dancers, the Royal Swedish Orchestra's 500th anniversary and the Young Opera. All contributions are welcome — if you donate at least 200 SEK, you will receive a gift and a chance to attend the Christmas tree looting!
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Make your visit to the Opera an experience!
Don't forget to book something delicious for the interval - or why not book a table in one of the Opera's most beautiful (and secretive!) rooms, Restaurant Grodan!
Book a table & your interval treat!Meet the stars of the Opera!
A large number of artists and performers work at the Opera: discover our stars in the Royal Swedish Ballet, the Royal Swedish Opera Chorus, the Royal Swedish Orchestra and all the vocal soloists.
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The Royal Swedish Opera is Sweden's national stage for opera and ballet, founded by King Gustav III in 1773. The heart of opera in Sweden and home to opera singers, the Royal Swedish Opera Chorus and the Royal Swedish Ballet, the country's only classical ballet company and one of the world's oldest. The Royal Swedish Orchestra is also one of the oldest in the world, founded in 1526. We offer both adults and children strong emotions, tulle, pointe and tragedy.
