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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.

Sir Antonio Pappano conducting the LSO on the Barbican stage, holding a baton, with LSO string players in the foreground of the image and audience members in the background.
Event
Classical music

London Symphony Orchestra/Sir Antonio Pappano

La rondine, Puccini’s story of love thwarted by society’s conventions, an opera glowing with melody and orchestral colour.

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 baby in the arms of their mother look at hanging tungsten style light bulbs, bathed in a warm glow. Behind them is a red exposed brick wall. The mother is looking intently at the child.
Event
Theatre & dance

First Light

Bathe in sound and light with your baby as you explore the wonders of how their senses develop. Sit, lie down or stand while sharing this immersive, intimate experience.

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.

a painting of vibrant pink depicts two men stand in front of an indian landscape with a handcart.
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.

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.

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. 

Lisa O'Neill
Event
Contemporary music

Lisa O’Neill with Britten Sinfonia

The compelling folk singer-songwriter Lisa O'Neill returns alongside the Britten Sinfonia performing new orchestrations by Terry Edwards. 

A baby in the arms of their mother look at hanging tungsten style light bulbs, bathed in a warm glow. Behind them is a red exposed brick wall. The mother is looking intently at the child.
Event
Theatre & dance

First Light

Bathe in sound and light with your baby as you explore the wonders of how their senses develop. Sit, lie down or stand while sharing this immersive, intimate experience.

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.

a painting of vibrant pink depicts two men stand in front of an indian landscape with a handcart.
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.

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.

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 man and a woman embrace in the dark, both look happy.
Event
Art & design Cinema

Rewriting the Rules: Alley of Ill Repute

Originally believed lost and only recently rediscovered in 2019, this pioneering film was India’s first queer film. 

Sir Antonio Pappano conducting the LSO on the Barbican stage, holding a baton, with LSO string players in the foreground of the image and audience members in the background.
Event
Classical music

London Symphony Orchestra/Sir Antonio Pappano

La rondine, Puccini’s story of love thwarted by society’s conventions, an opera glowing with melody and orchestral colour.

A baby in the arms of their mother look at hanging tungsten style light bulbs, bathed in a warm glow. Behind them is a red exposed brick wall. The mother is looking intently at the child.
Event
Theatre & dance

First Light

Bathe in sound and light with your baby as you explore the wonders of how their senses develop. Sit, lie down or stand while sharing this immersive, intimate experience.

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.

a painting of vibrant pink depicts two men stand in front of an indian landscape with a handcart.
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.

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.

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. 

Sakari Oramo conductor
Event
Classical music

BBC Symphony Orchestra: Elgar's The Dream of Gerontius

A tribute to Sir Andrew Davis: Sakari Oramo and the BBC Symphony Orchestra and Chorus perform Elgar’s The Dream of Gerontius.

A baby in the arms of their mother look at hanging tungsten style light bulbs, bathed in a warm glow. Behind them is a red exposed brick wall. The mother is looking intently at the child.
Event
Theatre & dance

First Light

Bathe in sound and light with your baby as you explore the wonders of how their senses develop. Sit, lie down or stand while sharing this immersive, intimate experience.

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.

a painting of vibrant pink depicts two men stand in front of an indian landscape with a handcart.
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.

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.