Read, Watch & Listen

What does it mean to be a theatre producer? We look at some of the key lessons and challenges from the many facets of a career in producing. 

Successfully producing live music events involves a careful balance of creative genius, financial acumen and organizational skill. We meet the experts to shed light on this varied and exciting role. 

UK beatboxing champion Bellatrix explains how she helped our Barbican Box participants find their voice. 

Artist Anna Beam is the first designer-maker to be showcased in the new Barbican Shop as part of our Makers initiative, an open call for emerging talent.

We meet artist Zarah Hussain to learn more about the creation of her latest installation for our foyers – using projection technology by Christie Digital.

Designer Adam Blencowe joins us for a walk around the Barbican Estate, the inspiration behind his chess set, and learn more about his work and how he transformed the brutal concrete of the Barbican into a board game.

We talk to the creatives behind this year's Barbican Box, international theatre company, Toneelgroep Amsterdam

We meet printmaker James Brown in his studio to learn more about his practice and his commission for the Barbican Shop. 

Founder and editor of Electric Sheep, the online magazine for transgressive cinema, Virginie Sélavy explores the value of shock in film.

How do you make a living from words? We spoke to people from a variety of careers including TV writers, poets and novelists to hear their advice.

Freelance music and talent director Arfa Butt introduces the varied options available if you are looking at a career in music and some tips to get your foot in the door.

We meet with key-decision makers from Arts Council England, PRS, Trinity Laban and Phundee to hear their top tips for applying for funding for your creative projects.