Manon at the Royal Opera House, London A Woman Torn Between Two Lovers One of the showpieces of the Royal Ballet, Manon follows the trials of a young girl who must choose between her love for a dashing student, des Grieux, & her desire for wealth & comfort with a wealthy nobleman. Sir Kenneth Mac Millan’s three act show is now a classic of ballet repertory worldwide. The expressive music, drawn from Massenet, is rich in melody & emotion, whilst the central roles are some of the most boldly choreographed in dance.