
Explore at your pace
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket
A buzzing explosion of acrobatics and insect charm: OVO by Cirque du Soleil brings 53 world-class performers to Royal Albert Hall for a four-week, visually stunning love story.
- Cirque du Soleil’s OVO returns reimagined, an insect kingdom bursts to life in this surreal love story between a curious fly and a strong-willed ladybug.
- Created by Brazil’s Deborah Colker, the first female Cirque director, OVO features choreography rooted in capoeira, samba, and street dance - no spoken word, just pure motion.
- Internationally acclaimed since its debut in 2009, with 10 million spectators in 40 countries, OVO blends circus, dance, and visual storytelling into a thrilling spectacle.
- Expect soaring aerials, foot juggling, and trampoline acts set to Berna Ceppas’s live Brazilian-fusion score and Liz Vandal’s haute couture-style insect costumes.
- This show now makes its way to the Royal Albert Hall for a limited run. Book Cirque du Soleil OVO tickets and get your shot to catch this global phenomenon before it sells out.
The story
In OVO, a mysterious egg lands in a bustling insect ecosystem, sparking curiosity, conflict, and ultimately, a tender romance between a fly and a ladybug. Set against a vivid floral backdrop, this 125‑minute circus play weaves themes of community, transformation, and biodiversity through acrobatics and movement. As this tiny society reacts to sudden change, audiences are drawn into nature’s drama, leaving you wondering what happens when life hatches…
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Show details
Categories: Circus, Critics' Choice, Kids, Romance
Audience: Suitable for all ages
Theater name: Royal Albert Hall
Find the best seats in the house with the Royal Albert Hall seating plan
Theater facilities: restrooms, elevators, cloakroom, bar, restaurant
Theater accessibility: step-free access, accessible elevators, wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, private mezzanine facilities with access tickets, companion seating, accessible parking, assistance dogs allowed
Dress code: Smart casual
Cast & crew
- Writer, Director & Choreographer: Deborah Colker
- Director of Creation: Chantal Tremblay
- Composer & Musical Director: Berna Ceppas
- Set & Props Designer: Gringo Cardia
- Costume Designer: Liz Vandal
- Lighting Designer: Éric Champoux
- Sound Designer: Jonathan Deans
- Rigging & Acrobatic Equipment Designer: Fred Gérard
- Acrobatic Performance Designer: Philippe Aubertin
- Makeup Designer: Julie Bégin
- Artistic Guides: Guy Laliberté & Gilles Ste‑Croix
Additional info
- This show is suitable for all ages.
- Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!
- All children over 2 years old must have a ticket.
- Most theatres are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.
You will receive an email with your Cirque du Soleil OVO voucher. No need to print. Please carry a valid Photo Id for identification.
Similar experiences you'd love
Top things to do in London
Nearby cities to explore
