Sofia Gubaidulina's Chaconne is a true tour de force that pulls apart the Baroque form and reconstructs it for the 20th century. It's an explosive opener, followed by Erik Satie's dreamy Gymnopédies ...

Experience the rich traditions of Arabic music with the London Arab Orchestra in a vibrant celebration of melody, rhythm and culture featuring instrumental and choral pieces, conducted by Basel Saleh.

Experience the sound of resistance and reinvention across this month-long celebration of pirate radio and its lasting impact on music, culture and community. Pirate radio was a movement. A rebellious ...

Jazz-inspired music meets a brand new commission plus one of the cornerstones of the clarinet repertoire, with Portuguese clarinettist Carlos Ferreira. Carlos Ferreira pursues a twin career as an ...

Step into the heart of London’s Brutalist legacy. Did you know the Barbican’s theatre and concert hall go deeper underground than the nearest Tube line; early plans for the Centre included a Pyramid; ...

A comedy from James Griffiths, based on his BAFTA-winning short, where former lovers and bandmates reunite for a private ...

Join legendary composer and oud virtuoso Marcel Khalife, his son Rami Khalife (pianist/composer), and nephew Sary Khalife (cellist/composer) for The Legacy Tour. Experience a cross-generational ...

We rely on the money we raise through ticket sales, commercial activities and fundraising to deliver our arts and learning programme. It forms more than 60% of our income. Show your support by making ...

Browse concerts from the Barbican Classical Music programme featuring leading orchestras and soloists from around the world.

We’ve got brilliant fresh food especially available for the Outdoor Cinema from Copper Rattle, Toum & Tahini and Kichiya Pastries (photos in the image gallery above) Copper Rattle bring their ...

The Indonesian artist transformed The Curve in her first solo UK exhibition. Via painting, installation, embroidery and scent, visitors took could explore ancestral memory, ritual and migration.

Celebrate Terry Riley's 90th with a mesmerising tribute featuring Bang on a Can All-Stars, SHABAKA, Valentina Magaletti and special guests. Terry Riley is a trailblazer of Minimalism, influencing ...