A landmark group exhibition of art made in response to India’s changing cultural-political landscape during pivotal years.
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.
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.
Event
Theatre & danceTours & public spaces
Backstage Tours
Step behind the scenes and see the Barbican Theatre from a new perspective on our 60 minute Backstage Tour
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.
Ludwig van BeethovenPiano Concerto No 5, Emperor
Symphony No 9, Choral
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Christopher Warren-Green conductor
Sarah Giford soprano
Clare Presland mezzo-soprano
Elgan Llyr Thomastenor
London Concert Choir
Goldsmiths Choral Union
Highgate Choral Society
Event
Art & designTours & 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.
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.
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.
Antonio VivaldiThe Four Seasons
Marc-Antoine Charpentier'Prelude' from Te Deum
Johann Sebastian BachBrandenburg Concerto No 3
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart'Alleluia' from Exultate Jubilate
George Frideric HandelEternal Source of Light Divine
Henry PurcellTrumpet Suite
George Frideric HandelLet the Bright Seraphim
Mozart Festival Orchestra
David Juritzviolin
David Blackaddertrumpet
Harriet Eyleysoprano
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.
Featuring music from
Lord of the Rings
The Hobbit
Game of Thrones
The Witcher
How to Train Your Dragon
Avatar
Pirates of the Caribbean
Star Wars
London Concert Orchestra
Toby Purser conductor
London Concert Choir
Event
Art & designTours & 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
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
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.
Event
Theatre & danceTours & public spaces
Backstage Tours
Step behind the scenes and see the Barbican Theatre from a new perspective on our 60 minute Backstage Tour
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.
Event
CinemaClassical musicContemporary 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.
London Concert Orchestra
Anthony Inglisconductor
Event
Art & designTours & 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
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.
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.
Event
Theatre & danceTours & public spaces
Backstage Tours
Step behind the scenes and see the Barbican Theatre from a new perspective on our 60 minute Backstage Tour
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.
Event
Classical music
The Music of Zimmer vs Williams
It's time to settle the scores, as the London Concert Orchestra performs the best scores from two of the greatest film composers of all time in one fabulous programme.
includes music from:
E.T.
Harry Potter
Inception
Gladiator
Star Wars
Pirates of the Caribbean
Jurassic Park
Lion King
Top Gun
Indiana Jones
Batman Begins
The Dark Knight Rises
London Concert Orchestra
Anthony Inglis conductor
London Concert Choir
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.
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.
Event
Classical music
New Year's Day Proms
Ring in the new year with a stirring celebration of classical favourites, including a complimentary drink.
Giuseppe Verdi'Brindisi' from La traviata
Johann Strauss IIDie Fledermaus Overture
Georges Bizet'Flower Song' from Carmen
Giacomo Puccini'O soave fanciulla' from La bohème
'Nessun Dorma' from Turandot
Henry Wood'Hornpipe' from Fantasia on British Sea Songs
Edward ElgarLand of Hope and Glory
Gustav Holst'Jupiter' from The Planets
Edward ElgarPomp and Circumstance
Sam FonteynSki Sunday
London Concert Orchestra
Anthony Inglisconductor
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.
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.
Event
Theatre & danceTours & public spaces
Backstage Tours
Step behind the scenes and see the Barbican Theatre from a new perspective on our 60 minute Backstage Tour
