Cirque du Soleil adds 38 extra and final OVO shows at the Royal Albert Hall
Due to phenomenal demand, Cirque du Soleil has announced a further 38 extra and final shows for OVO, its joyful and acrobatic celebration of the insect world.
Opening at London’s Royal Albert Hall on 09 January 2026, the run will now continue until 01 March 2026, with additional tickets on sale now via Ticketmaster UK.
The Times described the show as “one of the best-designed extravaganzas in Cirque’s huge body of works,” while The Guardian praised it, saying: “There is a lot to like when the show awakens your inner four-year-old, open to amazement and sensation.” The Daily Telegraph called it “super-human finesse.”
Created in 2009, OVO—which means “egg” in Portuguese – returns to the Royal Albert Hall with reimagined set design, new acrobatic acts, original characters, added costumes, and reinvented music. The show dazzles with its fascinating insect colony, bringing together 53 acrobats and musicians in a performance that delights both adults and children.
Featuring over 100 cast and crew members, OVO brings to life a colourful world of crickets, ants, butterflies, spiders, beetles, and more, set against a striking visual backdrop of giant flowers and a towering 19 metre climbing wall. At its heart is a charming love story between a quirky fly and a spirited ladybug, unfolding around a mysterious egg that sparks curiosity and transformation.
Since its premiere, OVO has been seen by more than seven million people in over 40 countries. The 53 world-class performers hail from 25 nations, including two remarkable British talents who will have a special homecoming at the Royal Albert Hall. Robin Beer, born in Hammersmith, is a rare Cirque du Soleil British clown and plays the character “The Voyager.”
With a background in music, mask work, and devised theatre, Robin brings humour, warmth, and a uniquely British spirit to the show. Additionally, Lydia Harper, originally from Warwick and now based in London, returns as Artistic Director of OVO. A former circus acrobat and actress with a strong foundation in physical theatre and movement direction, Lydia has been a creative force within Cirque du Soleil since 2015.
For those looking to elevate their Cirque du Soleil: OVO experience, two exclusive VIP Hospitality packages are available. The VIP Lounge experience in the 1871 Lounge includes a themed cocktail, gourmet street food, drinks, and photo opportunities with Cirque artists.
The Fine Dining package offers a glass of Champagne, a two-course meal at Coda restaurant, premium seats, and interval desserts. Both options include dedicated VIP entry and show programmes, creating an unforgettable evening.
From mighty crickets bouncing off trampolines to a hypnotic spider contorting inside her web, OVO exudes extraordinary showmanship to tickle the imagination. Funny and chaotic, yet adorable and wonderful, the show charms audiences of all ages with its exuberance.
Combining breathtaking acts such as aerial silks, Chinese poles, trampoline wall, contortion, foot juggling, cradle, and slackwire, OVO celebrates biodiversity, community, and the joy of discovery through dazzling acrobatics, surreal costumes, and a high-energy Brazilian-inspired soundtrack.
Don’t miss this limited 2026 run at the Royal Albert Hall – a chance to experience OVO in its most dazzling form yet. Tickets for all performances, including the newly added February and March shows, are on sale now.
