Our Time on Earth

Mon 29 Aug 2022

As the Our Time on Earth exhibition comes to a close, join an eco-inspired journey across the Barbican centre to explore the role of creativity in climate action. 

Sun 28 Aug 2022, 20:30

Julie Dash’s classic 1991 magic realist, non-linear drama, incorporates lush visuals courtesy of celebrated cinematographer and artist Arthur Jafa.

Sat 27 Aug 2022, 20:30

An epic battle between animals and humans is the backdrop of Hayao Miyazaki’s stunning animated fantasy.

Fri 26 Aug 2022, 20:30

This visually stunning French animated fantasy film centres around the struggles between humans and a series of extra-terrestrial creatures, which populate the beautifully illustrated titular planet.

Thu 25 Aug 2022, 20:30

Dive into a curated selection of films exploring our relationship to water through contemporary artists and filmmakers, including Susan Schuppli, Anne Duk Hee Jordan, Tabita Rezaire and more.

Thu 25 Aug 2022, 19:30

Join artists Riitta Ikonen and Karoline Hjorth, the duo behind Eyes as Big as Plates, as they discuss their practice and upcoming collaborations with biosphere reserves around the world.

Wed 24 Aug 2022, 20:30

Beware the destructive power of Mothra!

Tue 23 Aug 2022, 20:30

This iconic concert film sees the legendary rock group playfully subvert the genre, by performing at the famed Roman amphitheatre located among the ruins of Pompeii.

Tue 16 Aug 2022, 18:30

A British Sign Language tour of the Our Time on Earth exhibition led by John Wilson, exclusively for Deaf and hard of hearing visitors, highlighting key artworks, using BSL.

Fri 5 –Thu 11 Aug 2022

Join Curator of Our Time on Earth Luke Kemp for a tour of the exhibition, focusing on some of the show’s highlights.

Mon 25 Jul 2022, 18:30

Join us to celebrate the summer and explore the wonderful world of flowers and plants in the stunning surrounds of the Conservatory. 

Sat 23 Jul 2022

Join us for this fun, free family workshop inspired by our latest exhibition, Our Time on Earth.

Sat 23 Jul 2022

Join artist Paola Bascón to reflect on nature in this free workshop, led by an audio guide, where families have the chance to engage in a sonic and drawing experience.

Tue 19 Jul 2022, 18:30

A tour of Our Time on Earth exclusively for blind and partially sighted visitors, led by Lisa Squirrel who will describe key works on display. 

Mon 11 Jul –Sat 6 Aug 2022

We belong to an incredible ecosystem. One species among millions of others, striving to live together in a delicate balance. It’s a vital connection, and one we can’t afford to lose.

Mon 11 Jul 2022, 15:00

Join us for an afternoon of talks and presentations celebrating creativity in an era of climate emergency, with contributions from many of the artists and collaborators featured in Our Time on Earth.

Sun 10 Jul 2022

Join South African artist Sethembile Msezane for 'Veiled Dreams', a site-specific performance in the Barbican Conservatory. 

Sun 10 Jul 2022, 14:30

Join us on the Barbican’s Conservatory Terrace, as a panel of gardeners, growers and horticulturists discuss gardening to connect with the natural world and finding belonging through planting.

Sun 10 Jul 2022, 12:30

Authors Daisy Hildyard, Rebecca Tamás and Rachael Allen share their thoughts on writing to capture our complex relationships with ecology.

Sun 10 Jul 2022, 11:00

Join ecosomatics educator Kalpana Arias for a workshop on rewilding with ecosomatics – a practice to connect the body and ecological consciousness.