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It will shock almost nobody to learn that Cirque du Soleil is returning to the Royal Albert Hall in 2026: pandemic aside, the esteemed neo circus troupe has made the grand Victorian performance venue its home at the start of the year for three decades now.
Here’s everything you need to know about its 2026 run.
Which show will Cirque du Soleil be bringing to London in 2026?
That would be Ovo, its insect-themed odyssey, last performed at this address in 2018. Our review from back then commented that it combined a somewhat bewildering comic story about flies with jaw-dropping feats of acrobatics: in other words, classic Cirque du Soleil.
When is Cirque duo Soleil at the Royal Albert Hall in 2026?
Officially it’s January 9 to February 1, and has been described as a ‘limited four week run’. Historically every single Cirque show for at least the last decade has extended its run into March at some point in the autumn. No guarantee this one will, but you’d be mad to bet against it.
When do tickets go on sale?
A general on sale begins Friday 18 July, but tickets are on sale to members now – membership is just a case of signing up for free. As above, there is a very good chance there will be an extension and that the tickets for this will go on sale in the autumn.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets cost between £44 and an eye-watering £324, although the really high prices include food and hospitality (the best seats are around £140.
Is Cirque du Soleil suitable for kids?
It’s extremely family friendly and indeed little ones may appreciate the humour more than some adults. The official advice is aged six-plus, though all ages are permitted.
Cirque du Soleil’s Ovo is at the Royal Albert Hall, Jan 9-Feb 1 2026.
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