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I'm Not Okay (An Emo Retrospective) in black and pink colours
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Library

I'm Not Okay: An Emo Retrospective

Free

A pilot exhibition exploring the rise of Britain’s Y2K lost subculture: Emo. Focusing on the first-generation Emo scene from 2004 to 2009.

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Art & design

The Imaginary Institution of India: Art 1975–1998

A landmark group exhibition of art made in response to India’s changing cultural-political landscape during pivotal years.

Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum installation photography
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Art & design

Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum: It will end in tears

Free

In her first solo exhibition at a major UK institution, Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum fills The Curve with theatrical installations, building an imagined world in which to display her paintings.

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Cinema

Relaxed Screening: Sing Sing

Incarcerated for a crime that he didn't commit, Divine G (Colman Domingo) finds purpose by acting in a theatre group alongside other prisoners.

The brass section of the Glenn Miller Orchestra performing on stage, with the double bassist in the background
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Classical music

Glenn Miller Orchestra

The UK’s most celebrated big band returns, swinging you back in time with Glenn Miller’s own arrangements of favourite wartime chart toppers and hits from the forties.

 Image of Barbican Backstage Tours
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Theatre & dance Tours & public spaces

Backstage Tours

Step behind the scenes and see the Barbican Theatre from a new perspective on our 60 minute Backstage Tour

A person in a suit has a pair of glowing antlers above their head while standing against a red and green background.
Event
Theatre & dance

RSC: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Experience a ‘ravishing fusion of flamboyancy and fun’ (Guardian) as this smash-hit sell-out production transfers to London to brighten up your winter. 

The London Concert Orchestra performing on stage
Event
Classical music

The Best of John Williams

An awe-inspiring concert celebrating the iconic scores of John Williams, including music from Harry Potter, Star Wars, Jurassic Park and many more.

Concrete and Clay: Archiving the Barbican
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Art & design Tours & public spaces

Concrete and Clay: Archiving the Barbican

Free

This free installation invites visitors to orient themselves in the buildings and their complex, fascinating histories in an exciting new display at the heart of the Barbican’s Foyers.

I'm Not Okay (An Emo Retrospective) in black and pink colours
Event
Library

I'm Not Okay: An Emo Retrospective

Free

A pilot exhibition exploring the rise of Britain’s Y2K lost subculture: Emo. Focusing on the first-generation Emo scene from 2004 to 2009.

Event
Art & design

The Imaginary Institution of India: Art 1975–1998

A landmark group exhibition of art made in response to India’s changing cultural-political landscape during pivotal years.

Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum installation photography
Event
Art & design

Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum: It will end in tears

Free

In her first solo exhibition at a major UK institution, Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum fills The Curve with theatrical installations, building an imagined world in which to display her paintings.

A person in a suit has a pair of glowing antlers above their head while standing against a red and green background.
Event
Theatre & dance

RSC: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Experience a ‘ravishing fusion of flamboyancy and fun’ (Guardian) as this smash-hit sell-out production transfers to London to brighten up your winter. 

 Image of Barbican Backstage Tours
Event
Theatre & dance Tours & public spaces

Backstage Tours

Step behind the scenes and see the Barbican Theatre from a new perspective on our 60 minute Backstage Tour

Portrait of Ludwig van Beethoven
Event
Classical music

Beethoven's Ninth

An unforgettable all-Beethoven programme featuring the monumental Choral symphony with its climactic ‘Ode to Joy’ performed by the renowned Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. 

Concrete and Clay: Archiving the Barbican
Event
Art & design Tours & public spaces

Concrete and Clay: Archiving the Barbican

Free

This free installation invites visitors to orient themselves in the buildings and their complex, fascinating histories in an exciting new display at the heart of the Barbican’s Foyers.

Event
Art & design

The Imaginary Institution of India: Art 1975–1998

A landmark group exhibition of art made in response to India’s changing cultural-political landscape during pivotal years.

Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum installation photography
Event
Art & design

Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum: It will end in tears

Free

In her first solo exhibition at a major UK institution, Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum fills The Curve with theatrical installations, building an imagined world in which to display her paintings.

Musicians performing on stage in period costume, with five tall candelabras behind them
Event
Classical music

Four Seasons by Candlelight

The verve and virtuosity of the 18th century is brought to life in this enchanting concert staged in a candle-lit style setting with an evocative programme crowned by Vivaldi’s sublime masterpiece.

Man in armour holding a sword
Event
Classical music

Music of the Movies: The Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones

Experience epic music from Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Game of Thrones and beyond as the worlds of TV, film and fantasy are brought to life by a full symphony orchestra and choir.
 

Concrete and Clay: Archiving the Barbican
Event
Art & design Tours & public spaces

Concrete and Clay: Archiving the Barbican

Free

This free installation invites visitors to orient themselves in the buildings and their complex, fascinating histories in an exciting new display at the heart of the Barbican’s Foyers.

I'm Not Okay (An Emo Retrospective) in black and pink colours
Event
Library

I'm Not Okay: An Emo Retrospective

Free

A pilot exhibition exploring the rise of Britain’s Y2K lost subculture: Emo. Focusing on the first-generation Emo scene from 2004 to 2009.

Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum installation photography
Event
Art & design

Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum: It will end in tears

Free

In her first solo exhibition at a major UK institution, Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum fills The Curve with theatrical installations, building an imagined world in which to display her paintings.

 Image of Barbican Backstage Tours
Event
Theatre & dance Tours & public spaces

Backstage Tours

Step behind the scenes and see the Barbican Theatre from a new perspective on our 60 minute Backstage Tour

A person in a suit has a pair of glowing antlers above their head while standing against a red and green background.
Event
Theatre & dance

RSC: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Experience a ‘ravishing fusion of flamboyancy and fun’ (Guardian) as this smash-hit sell-out production transfers to London to brighten up your winter. 

A split screen image with Jude Law and Cameron Diaz on top and Kate Winslet and Jack Black on the bottom
Event
Cinema Classical music Contemporary music

The Holiday (12A) with live orchestra

The beloved Christmas film will be presented live in concert this winter, featuring its musical score performed live alongside the film by a full concert orchestra.

Concrete and Clay: Archiving the Barbican
Event
Art & design Tours & public spaces

Concrete and Clay: Archiving the Barbican

Free

This free installation invites visitors to orient themselves in the buildings and their complex, fascinating histories in an exciting new display at the heart of the Barbican’s Foyers.

I'm Not Okay (An Emo Retrospective) in black and pink colours
Event
Library

I'm Not Okay: An Emo Retrospective

Free

A pilot exhibition exploring the rise of Britain’s Y2K lost subculture: Emo. Focusing on the first-generation Emo scene from 2004 to 2009.

Event
Art & design

The Imaginary Institution of India: Art 1975–1998

A landmark group exhibition of art made in response to India’s changing cultural-political landscape during pivotal years.

Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum installation photography
Event
Art & design

Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum: It will end in tears

Free

In her first solo exhibition at a major UK institution, Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum fills The Curve with theatrical installations, building an imagined world in which to display her paintings.