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Barbican Centre

The Barbican is an international arts and learning centre, pushing the boundaries of all major art forms including dance, film, music, theatre and visual arts. Opened in 1982, this grade-II listed building is recognised globally as an icon of Brutalist style. The Barbican Centre includes theatres, galleries, concert halls and cinemas, plus a large conservatory with over 1,500 species of plants and trees, a library, restaurants, bars, a shop and a picturesque lakeside oasis.

Featured Events at the Barbican Centre

EFG London Jazz Festival at the Barbican
The EFG London Jazz Festival 2024 returns to the Barbican, bringing 10 days of world-class contemporary jazz to the arts centre’s stages alongside cinema screenings and free-to attend public performances.
The Joy: Part of EFG London Jazz Festival
Experience the euphoria of South African acapella with the fast rising international sensation The Joy in the Milton Court Concert Hall.
Exhibition / Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum
In her first solo exhibition at a major UK institution, Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum creates dynamic works newly commissioned for The Curve.
Gotts Street Park and Friends
Gotts Street Park makes its Barbican debut with a live presentation of some of the Leeds-based trio’s favourite studio moments and collaborations so far – from their first release, right up until today.

Explore the Barbican

Concerts at the Barbican
Concerts at the Barbican Centre showcase music in all its forms – from classical to techno, jazz to folk, symphonic to electronic and more.
Barbican Conservatory
Visit the spectacular Barbican Conservatory and explore this hidden tropical oasis in the heart of the City of London.
Barbican Lakeside Terrace
The Lakeside is the perfect place to relax, soak up the sunshine and enjoy a cup of coffee surrounded by iconic architecture.
Barbican Art Gallery & The Curve
The Barbican Art Gallery presents major exhibitions which showcase and transcend the disciplines of art, architecture, design, fashion, photography and film.
Barbican Cinemas
Discover the latest new releases alongside a curated programme of international cinema, ScreenTalks, and family events, from celebrated filmmakers to ground-breaking and under-heard voices from past and present.
Barbican Theatre
Ground-breaking theatre and dance performances from world-leading companies.

Places to eat and drink at the Barbican

Barbican Kitchen
Barbican Kitchen is a family-friendly restaurant, with plenty of tables and easy access to the Lakeside Terrace.
Barbican Martini Bar
Treat yourself to one of London's finest cocktails at the Barbican Martini Bar.
Barbican Brasserie by Searcys
Barbican Brasserie is located on the second floor of the Barbican Centre and offers fantastic views over London.
Cote – at the Barbican
French Cuisine served with the highest quality ingredients.

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