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Barbican Centre

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Barbican Centre, Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS

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

Masterpieces of the Iranian New Wave
04.02.2025 – 25.02.2025

Masterpieces of the Iranian New Wave

Barbican Cinemas
Explore a showcase of ground-breaking films from 1962 to 1977, when a surge of creativity laid the foundation for Iranian arthouse cinema.
Home: Figure and Portrait Drawing Workshops
12.02.2025 – 16.04.2025

Home: Figure and Portrait Drawing Workshops

Barbican Centre
Express yourself freely and creatively at this figure and portrait drawing course that will encourage you to reflect on the themes of family and the home.
Britten and Haydn ‘London’ Symphony
13.03.2025

Britten and Haydn ‘London’ Symphony

Barbican Centre
Journey through vivid musical landscapes with the London Symphony Orchestra at the Barbican. Featuring conductor and soprano Barbara Hannigan and baritone Stéphane Degout, this captivating programme features works by Roussel, Ravel, Britten, and Haydn.
Liminal Chords: A Dreamscape in Verse and Sound
23.04.2025

Liminal Chords: A Dreamscape in Verse and Sound

Barbican Centre
Poet and sound artist MA.MOYO (Belinda Zhawi) and friends, Roxanne Tataei & Marysia Osu, respond to the radical work of artist Noah Davis through poetry, vocal textures, and music.
Hamlet: Teatro La Plaza
24.04.2025 – 27.04.2025

Hamlet: Teatro La Plaza

Barbican Theatre
A joyful and enigmatic reinvention of Shakespeare's tragedy that explores what it's like to 'be' in a world that often excludes you, performed by a powerful cast of actors with Down's Syndrome.
When the Cloud Catches Colours
24.04.2025 – 26.04.2025

When the Cloud Catches Colours

Barbican Centre
Thought-provoking theatre exploring the experience of two queer Singaporeans as they grow older. Based on true accounts, the show delves into relationships, family, insecurity, kindness and safety.
Krapp’s Last Tape
30.04.2025 – 03.05.2025

Krapp’s Last Tape

Barbican Theatre
Stephen Rea gives a 'hauntingly good' (Guardian) performance in this triumphant production of Samuel Beckett's solo masterpiece about memory, loneliness and lost love.
Passion Fruit
30.04.2025 – 03.05.2025

Passion Fruit

Barbican Centre
Brimming with joyful movement, brutal honesty and tender insight, this coming-of-age comedy-drama follows the life of Romeo, a Black, Gay, British-Jamaican boy growing up in North London.
Jason Moran
09.05.2025

Jason Moran

Barbican Centre
Join acclaimed pianist Jason Moran for a special one-off concert inspired by Noah Davis's paintings.
A Night With Boy Blue
10.05.2025 – 11.05.2025

A Night With Boy Blue

Barbican Centre
Mixing exuberant hip hop dance displays, a joyful sense of community and the heart-thumping rhythms of an eclectic score, Boy Blue’s company showcase always culminates in uproarious applause.

Explore the Barbican

Concerts at 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

Barbican Conservatory

Visit the spectacular Barbican Conservatory and explore this hidden tropical oasis in the heart of the City of London.
Barbican Lakeside Terrace

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

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

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

Barbican Theatre

Ground-breaking theatre and dance performances from world-leading companies.

Places to eat and drink at the Barbican

Barbican Kitchen

Barbican Kitchen

Barbican Kitchen is a family-friendly restaurant, with plenty of tables and easy access to the Lakeside Terrace.
Barbican Martini Bar

Barbican Martini Bar

Treat yourself to one of London's finest cocktails at the Barbican Martini Bar.
Barbican Brasserie by Searcys

Barbican Brasserie by Searcys

Barbican Brasserie is located on the second floor of the Barbican Centre and offers fantastic views over London.
Côte Barbican

Côte Barbican

French Cuisine served with the highest quality ingredients.

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Stationers’ Hall and Garden

Stationers’ Hall and Garden

Visit Stationers' Hall, a Grade I listed building and one of the few ancient Livery Halls remaining in the City of London.
Petticoat Lane

Petticoat Lane

This iconic corner of East London is home to a unique mix of independent shops, restaurants, coffee shops, bars, a weekday food market, and a fantastic Sunday street market.
London Symphony Orchestra

London Symphony Orchestra

Broadworks

Broadworks

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Horizon 22

Horizon 22

Horizon 22 is London's highest free viewing platform. Located on Level 58, the viewing platform offers 300-degree views of London, showcasing its most iconic landmarks.
The Lookout

The Lookout

The Lookout is 8 Bishopsgate’s 50th floor viewing gallery. Witness uninterrupted views of the City’s iconic landmarks, impressive skyscrapers, and historic architecture admission-free.
New Street Square

New Street Square

New Street Square is home to a selection of handy shops, ideal for stationary, gifts, businesses essentials and tailoring.
Carter Lane Gardens

Carter Lane Gardens

A perfect lunch spot in the City with the best views of St Paul's cathedral.