La Boheme Tickets

La Boheme in London

Step into the vibrant streets of 19th‑century Paris with La Boheme at the Royal Opera House, in the centre of Covent Garden. Puccini’s beloved opera captures the spirit of youth, community and passion, following a group of young artists - a poet, painter, musician and philosopher - as they navigate love, poverty and friendship against the backdrop of the Latin Quarter at Christmastime. Secure your tickets today.

What is the opera La Boheme about?

La Boheme tells the story of a group of young bohemians living in the Latin Quarter of Paris in the mid‑19th century, chronicling their dreams, struggles and enduring friendships. At its heart is the poet Rodolfo, whose life changes when he meets the delicate seamstress Mimì on a cold Christmas Eve. Their instant connection sparks a tender romance, but poverty and illness soon threaten their happiness.

As well as scenes of laughter and warmth, from shared meals in their garret to playful flirtations at Café Momus, there are also moments of profound sorrow as reality encroaches on the lovers’ hopes. Puccini’s luminous score, featuring some of opera’s most cherished arias such as “Sì, mi chiamano Mimì” and Musetta’s waltz “Quando m’en vo’,” brings emotional depth to every relationship on stage.

The History of La Boheme

Puccini’s La Boheme premiered at Turin’s Teatro Regio in 1896 and quickly became one of the most performed operas worldwide. Its intimate portrayal of love, youth and loss - drawn from Henri Murger’s Scènes de la vie de bohème - has made it a staple of the operatic repertoire. La Boheme has been a beloved favourite at the Royal Opera House for generations, and the most performed opera at the venue. Jones’ acclaimed staging was first performed for the Royal Opera House in 2017, and at the time of its premiere was the first new production of La Boheme for the theatre in four decades. 

The opera’s blend of humour, lyricism and heartbreak has inspired countless productions and recordings, and its principal arias remain central to the lyric tenor and soprano repertories. The show has also inspired several adaptations, most famously Jonathan Larson’s hit musical Rent, which transplants the action to New York in the early 90s. 

The Cast of La Boheme

The cast of this production varies depending on the performance date. Principal cast includes:

• Juliana Grigoryan – Mimì
• Freddie De Tommaso – Rodolfo
• Germán Enrique Alcántara – Marcello
• Ruth Iniesta – Musetta
• Modestas Sedlevičius – Schaunard
• Gianluca Buratto – Colline
• Jeremy White – Benoît
• Freddie Tong – Alcindoro

The Creative Team of La Boheme

La Boheme is composed by Giacomo Puccini (Tosca, Madama Butterfly) with a libretto by Giuseppe Giacosa and Luigi Illica (Tosca). The production is directed by Richard Jones (Handel’s Giulio Cesare, Peter Grimes), with design by Stewart Laing (Dead Man Walking), lighting by Mimi Jordan Sherin (Boris Godunov), and movement direction by Sarah Fahie (Der Rosenkavalier). Conducting duties are shared by Christopher Willis (Le nozze di Figaro) and Lorenzo Passerini (Faust), making his Opera House debut.

Tickets for La Boheme at the Royal Opera House

Become a Bohemian this summer and join in the joys and sorrows that unfold through soaring duets, intimate arias and evocative choral scenes. Whether you’re a Rent fan exploring opera for the first time or an opera aficionado returning to a favourite, Richard Jones’ acclaimed staging offers a richly emotional experience with world‑class singing, evocative staging and Puccini’s unforgettable score. Book your tickets for La Boheme at the Royal Opera House today!