Explore a showcase of ground-breaking films from 1962-1977, when a surge of creativity laid the foundation for Iranian arthouse cinema.

The Conservatory was designed by the Barbican’s architects Chamberlin, Powell and Bon, and surrounds the Barbican Theatre’s fly tower, from which scenery for productions taking place on the stage six stories below is lowered into place.; The roof is constructed of steel and glass and covers 23,000 square feet, providing cover for over 1600 cubic metres of …

Renowned broadcasters Jane and Fi have amassed a devoted following thanks to their candid, razor-sharp humour and wit. Once described as “surprisingly successful” by a BBC middle management figure in ankle-swinging chinos, they bring …

Theo Croker's DREAM MANIFEST is a unique evening led by the US-based trumpeter and co-curated by fashion designer Nicholas Daley. Joining Theo Croker for this special collaboration is a stellar line-up of special guests.. Themed around imagination, this show is a sonic exploration of the power to manifest in our universe.

Jason Isbell is a storyteller at the peak of his craft, observing his fellow wanderers, looking inside and trying to understand, reducing a universe to four minutes. His latest album is a masterclass in character study and nuanced storytelling, featuring the rolling thunder of Isbell’s 400 Unit, who’ve earned a place in the rock ‘n’ roll cosmos alongside the greatest backing ensembles.

Considered to be J. Spaceman's favourite Spiritualized record, Pure Phase is an extraordinary album that bridges the gap between rock’n'roll and electronica alongside the core Spiritualized space rock sound.. Known for its unique construction, the album exists in its own space, sounding unlike anything, or anybody, else. Due to popular demand a second show date has been added.

Cate Blanchett stars as Arkadina, a celebrated actress whose larger-than-life presence dominates both the stage and her personal relationships. Arriving at her family's country estate for the weekend, she finds herself caught in a storm of conflicting desires. Her playwright son, Konstantin (Kodi Smit-McPhee), struggles to step out of her shadow …

Discover the vast, bold and brutal Barbican estate on our 90 minute Architecture Tours. Led by our expert guides, the tour takes you across the Barbican Centre and surrounding Brutalist estate. You’ll explore the site’s little-known nooks and crannies, …

One of the jazz world's most original and respected voices, Maria Schneider presents Data Lords alongside the highly acclaimed Oslo Jazz Ensemble.

Adrian Dunbar (Line of Duty, Ridley) and Broadway royalty Stephanie J. Block (Into The Woods, The Cher Show) lead a stellar cast in a sizzling new 5-star production of Kiss Me, Kate, filmed live in our theatre for the big screen.. Cole Porter’s legendary musical comedy has backstage shenanigans, Shakespearean sonnets and singing gangsters – not to …