The Royal Ballet's Manon is scheduled to begin its autumn run on 16 October 2026 on the Royal Opera House Main Stage. Royal Ballet and Opera lists the first performance at 7:30 p.m., with the run continuing until 25 November.
Kenneth MacMillan's 1974 ballet follows a young woman caught between love and material security. Its creative team combines music by Jules Massenet with designs by Nicholas Georgiadis.
The production lasts approximately two hours and 45 minutes, including two intervals. The venue recommends it for ages 14 and above and publishes detailed content guidance for audiences.
Casting is specific to each performance. The official page flags changes on 22 and 26 October and 5 November, so audiences should consult their chosen date rather than assume a single cast across the run.
Full dates, casting updates, accessibility information and audience guidance are available on the official production page.
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Archive image: curtain call for L'Histoire de Manon in Prague on 20 February 2025. Not The Royal Ballet's 2026 production or cast. No editorial changes; display thumbnail. — FabriceValserradelDongo · CC0 1.0 Image source
Source: Royal Ballet and Opera official Manon production information
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