the Royal Opera House
/ðə ˌrɔɪəl ˈɒprə haʊs/
/ðə ˌrɔɪəl ˈɑːprə haʊs/
- a large theatre in London, where performances are given by the Royal Opera and the Royal Ballet. The present building was opened in 1858. The theatre is also known as 'Covent Garden' after the area in London in which it stands.
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