Join Barbican Young Poets alumni at this special performance inspired by the work of Noah Davis, in collaboration with poet Claudia Rankine.
Recognised as one of the most original and uncanny painters to emerge in recent years, Noah Davis' paintings explore a range of Black life. At this evening of poetry readings and performances, the Barbican Young Poets present work written in response to Davis' paintings currently on display in our Art Gallery, as well as taking inspiration from the poems and essays of Claudia Rankine.
The event begins with a visit to the Noah Davis exhibition, followed by a reception in the Garden Room. Audiences will then return to the Gallery for performances with an introduction by Claudia Rankine.
Barbican Young Poets is a community and artist development initiative for people who want to explore what’s possible for their poetry and creative expression, fostering a collective of poets to become the next generation of powerful creative voices.
Running time: approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes
7pm: Meet at the Gallery on level 3
7-8pm: Visit the Noah Davis Exhibition in the Gallery on Level 3
8-8.30pm: Reception in the Garden Room on Level 3
8.30-9.30pm: Performances in the Gallery on Level 3 with an introduction by Claudia Rankine
Age guidance: 6+
Accessibility
This event is BSL-interpreted.
This event is part of Spring at the Barbican: Concrete Garden, a series of events inviting you to retreat from the noise of the city with a season of growth and transformation.
Presented by the Barbican's Creative Collaboration team.
Supported by the U.S. Embassy in London.
Image by Aiden Harmitt Williams.
Ticket prices
Ground floor tickets: £22
Be closer to the action. Performances take place on this level.
Upper level tickets: £15
Watch the performances from the upper level of the Gallery.
Booking fees
£1.50 booking fee per online/phone transaction.
No fee when tickets are booked in person.
Booking fees are per transaction and not per ticket. If your booking contains several events the highest booking fee will apply. The booking fee may be reduced on certain events. Members do not pay booking fees.
Art Gallery
Location
The Art Gallery is located on Level 3 and can be accessed by stairs and lifts from Level G or via the Sculpture Court if coming from outside.
Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS
Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.
We’ve plenty of places for you to relax and replenish, from coffee and cake to wood-fired pizzas and full pre-theatre menus
Access
Doors normally in open position during exhibition hours. Ticket desk 98cm with a drop section of 76cm. Step-free access on each floor of the Art Gallery.
Mobility
The Art Gallery has two levels, linked by a flight of 24 stairs with an intermediate landing. A passengeroperated lift (76 x 110cm) connects the two floors. If you need assistance, staff will be happy to help.
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome. If you prefer, you may leave your dog with a member of the gallery staff during your visit.
Large-print exhibition information
To request a large print copy, please call the Art Gallery on 020 7382 2382 before your visit.
For more access information, please visit our Accessibility section.
Enhanced security measures are currently in place at the Barbican.
As part of these measures only one reasonably-sized bag (no larger than 32cm L x 18cm W x 22cm H) per person may be taken inside our venues and all bags may be searched by a member of our team.
We ask that, where possible, visitors avoid bringing large bags to the Centre. If you do need to check bags into our free cloakrooms, we suggest arriving early. All bags deposited will be subject to search and random bag searches are also in operation.
Please also remember that belongings should not be left unattended at any time.
Thank you for your understanding – we look forward to welcoming you to the Barbican.
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