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Personal documentations of migration, reflections on historical roots, and the power of collective memory come together in ...
This documentary is a visceral window into the human cost of war, following a Ukrainian platoon on their mission to liberate the village of Andriivka from Russian occupation.
Wheelchair spaces, free companion seats may now be booked online. Please select the relevant preferences on the access registration page during your booking, so we can provide you with the correct ...
Step into the heart of London’s Brutalist legacy. Did you know the Barbican’s theatre and concert hall go deeper underground than the nearest Tube line; early plans for the Centre included a Pyramid; ...
Step into a world of play, imagination and adventure this summer. Get creative with illustration or kite-making or take a deep dive into filmmaking and drama at one of our hands-on workshops. Let ...
The GRAMMY award-winning legend Herbie Hancock returns with three exclusive UK shows to celebrate his 85th birthday and 51 years since his first ever London show.
With five virtuoso soloists, Quinteto Astor Piazzolla explores the vast repertoire of the outstanding Argentinian composer who revolutionized tango.
We uncover some of the facts and unexpected stories behind the history and architecture of the Barbican Centre and Barbican Estate.
A screening of the award-winning documentary about Fernand Pouillon's spectacularly dramatic life, followed by a conversation with the director, Jean-Marie Montangerand.
French Practice Barrualt Pressacco presents this year's Rick Mather lecture, celebrating the work of architects who are making important contributions to thinking about sustainability today.
Guildhall School launches a new academic year with a spectacular evening, including Puccini’s Messa di Gloria, under the baton of internationally acclaimed conductor Daniela Candillari.
Touching Bass presents: Halima & Illnoledge Errol and Alex Rita’s South London-based movement, Touching Bass return for a new showcase at the Barbican, with a special one-night only concert in Milton ...