A farmer grappling with poverty takes an injured white stork under his wing, in this visually arresting part-documentary, ...

Step into the splendour of the season at Christmas with King’s College Choir, a sublime evening of music that captures the true spirit of Christmas. A timeless Christmas tradition bathed in ...

The Russian born master pianist Arcadi Volodos returns to the Barbican for a journey to the heart of the Romantic spirit. Described by the Guardian as 'a top-ranking virtuoso', Volodos opens this ...

Following the success of their festive 'Live from London' collab in 2024, Adrian Scarborough (History Boys, Gavin and Stacey) joins the BBC Singers on a Christmas journey of carols & literature.

Reflecting on the powerful words of Teresia Teaiwa, Theatre of Kiribati merges Pacific rituals with Gustav Mahler’s Song of the Earth in a moving reflection on humanity and collective action. The ...

Based on the true story of their remarkable phone call, Ute Lemper channels Marlene Dietrich in this show where she'll sing some of Marlene's most beautiful songs and shares captivating secrets. In ...

Following his Oscar and BAFTA-winning score for The Brutalist, composer Daniel Blumberg will perform as part of the Barbican’s programme at Milton Court Concert Hall on 8 February 2026 for an ...

£191m investment to transform one of the world’s leading multi-arts venues Renewal will reignite an architectural icon and elevate the Barbican Centre’s global status Plans backed by more than 90% of ...

You're invited to the most swell party of the year as this summer's eagerly anticipated production delivers another glorious ...

We develop and curate exhibitions focused on contemporary culture, emerging technology and digital creativity. Immersive and experiential, these major shows then travel internationally.

Liam Young’s imaginary worlds take over various locations in the Barbican, inviting us to imagine what the future of humanity could look like, and the challenges and adventures to come. In these ...

A theatrical triumph, the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre’s completely sold-out electrifying Fiddler On The Roof transfers to London this summer in what is set to be the theatre event of 2025. It’s ...