Cirque du Soleil Royal Albert Hall 2025

Watch a whimsical world unfold through colourful acrobatics with Cirque du Soleil’s OVO, returning to the Royal Albert Hall this winter for a limited four-week run.

Bursting with breathtaking acts inspired by insects, experience dazzling costumes, immersive staging and high-energy choreography at this immersive spectacle. 

What is OVO Cirque du Soleil about?

Set in a vibrant ecosystem teeming with life, this unique show follows a quirky insect who falls in love with a beautiful ladybird. 

Their enchanting romance unfolds amidst a world filled with energy and life but is disrupted by the arrival of a mysterious egg. As curiosity and awe fills the community, the entire colony is eager to discover what lies within.

Blending classic circus arts with modern theatre, expect a riot of colour and movement as crickets leap towards the sky, butterflies soar over your head and spiders defy gravity in this amazing celebration of biodiversity, community and transformation.

Why you'll love Cirque du Soleil at Royal Albert Hall

An exhilarating experience for the whole family, Cirque du Soleil’s critically acclaimed OVO is set to delight audiences with a dazzling display of wonder, artistry and storytelling.

Set to an uplifting Brazilian-inspired score, music is at the heart of the Cirque du Soleil experience, driven by rhythm and mind-blowing acrobatics that showcase the exceptional talent of the performers.

With an annual residency at the Royal Albert Hall, Cirque du Soleil is a highlight of the winter calendar for London theatre fans – this year featuring the return of their acclaimed production, OVO.

How to book tickets for Cirque du Soleil

You can book tickets for OVO by Cirque du Soleil using the booking button on this page. When booking, you can select your desired seats and view ticket prices for this limited-run show.

What time are the performances?

The evening performance of OVO usually takes place from Tuesdays to Saturdays at 7.30pm and Sundays at 5.30pm.

OVO’s matinees usually take place on Saturdays at 11.30am and 3.30pm, Sundays at 1.30pm and Fridays at 3.30pm.

What is the running time of Cirque du Soleil’s OVO?

The running time for Cirque du Soleil’s OVO is two hours and 20 minutes, including an interval.

Royal Albert Hall venue details

OVO by Cirque du Soleil is showing at the Royal Albert Hall in Kensington.

How to get there:

• Tube – The nearest Tube stations are South Kensington (Piccadilly and Circle and District lines) and Kensington High Street (Circle and District lines).
• Bus – The following buses stop nearby: 9, 52, 452 and N9.
• Cycling – Hire a bike and head to the Royal Albert Hall. Kensington Gore, Knightsbridge is the nearest Santander Cycles bike dock.

What is the age recommendation for this show?

The show is suitable for all ages. Children under three may attend at their parents’ discretion, while those aged three and above require their own seat.

What should I wear to Cirque de Soleil?

Most of the shows at the Royal Albert Hall do not have a dress code. Audiences are encouraged to dress comfortably so they can relax and enjoy the show.

That said, do feel free to dress your best and reflect the creativity of Cirque de Soleil.

What other shows can I see in London?

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