Manon - Royal Ballet and Opera

A ballet staged by the Royal Ballet at the Royal Opera House in London, telling the tragic story of a young woman torn between a life of love and a life of luxury.

Manon is a full-length ballet from the Royal Ballet, presented at the Royal Opera House. The story centres on a young woman who must choose between a life of love and a life of luxury, and follows the passion, drama and inner conflict that come with that decision. Her struggle for survival is at the heart of the work, which the programme presents as a devastating tragedy.

The production is described as having lavish costumes, sultry duets and a long-standing storyline. It is a signature work of the company, so it sits within the Royal Ballet's core repertoire. The performance is staged as a dance show, with the drama carried through the choreography, the partnering and the costumes rather than through spoken text.

The ballet suits audiences who enjoy classical literature, romantic stories or both. Among the cast listed for this production is Manon, the title role. Audio-described performances are also offered on selected dates, with a touch tour available before the show, so that the staging can be followed by visitors with sight loss.