Boris Godunov at Royal Opera House

Richard Jones’ celebrated production of Mussorgsky’s monumental opera returns to the Royal Ballet and Opera.

Conducted by Mark Wigglesworth and starring Bryn Terfel as the tormented Tsar, book your official tickets to Boris Godunov today.

➕ About Boris Godunov
Crowned amid splendour, Boris Godunov ascends to the Russian throne, but his reign is haunted by bloodshed and betrayal. As famine grips the nation and unrest spreads, Boris is consumed by guilt over the murder of the young heir Dmitry.

Beyond Russia’s borders, a dangerous pretender emerges, ready to exploit the chaos. With power slipping and his mind unraveling, Boris must confront the ghosts of his past before they destroy both his crown and his conscience. Epic in scale and devastatingly intimate, Boris Godunov is a portrait of power, paranoia, and political collapse.

➕ Performance dates: 29 January to 18 February 2026

➕ Royal Opera House

➕ Run time: 2 hours 15 minutes | No interval

It’s worth the applause
A towering production hailed across the board:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Independent
⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Guardian
⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Times
⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Stage
⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Arts Desk

Grab your tickets now!