Read, Watch & Listen

On 1 September 2018, the Barbican welcomed over 200 Girl Guides and their group leaders from across London and the South East to take part in a special event, Girls Can Do and Will.

Arwa Haider looks back on the late composer’s life and work, exploring the legacy of an incredible talent.

We discover more about the artists in our 'Modern Couples' exhibition - artists Sophie Taeuber-Arp and Jean Arp and their creative relationship that lasted almost three decades..

Curator Jane Alison and Katy Hessel (from The Great Women Artists) discuss some of creative and romantic couples featured in our exhibition 'Modern Couples: Art, Intimacy and the Avant-garde'.

The latest in the Subject to Change poetry series, Young Poet Leke Oso Alabi presents his poem 'Harsh'. 

Brighton-based ceramicist and designer Emma Johnson is the latest maker to be showcased in the Barbican Shop as part of our Makers initiative.

Curator Leila Hasham talks to us about Francis Upritchard's latest exhibition, 'Wetwang Slack', marking the 30th Curve commission at the Barbican.

One of Handel's most compelling dramatic creations, here's your illustrated guide to Serse, the story of the hot-blooded Persian tyrant Xerxes

The founders of Fertility Fest reveal why they’re on a mission to get everyone talking about modern family making and how they’re bringing the biggest edition yet to the Barbican.

We shine a spotlight on a few of the theatrical partnerships behind our new season, asking the artists about the appeal of working with each other. 

Can you create an identity on Instagram? Director Jessica Bishopp meets young women who use Instagram as a platform to present themselves and their creativity.

Pamela Hutchinson investigates the history of one of the most prophetic, provocative films of the 20th century, reflecting on the importance of its restoration and its relevance today.