Discover how leading poets, artists and writers express what matters most through endangered texts, new poems and striking visual scripts in this foyer exhibition.
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Voiced: Endangered Voices Listening Trail
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Explore a sound trail of endangered languages in hidden spaces across the Barbican, created by sonic artist Jamie Perera.
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Darbar: Aurabreath – Breathwork with Davel Patel
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Breathe into your innate wisdom . Tune into the power of your breath with functional breathing practices designed to improve focus, calmness, and inner resilience.
Davel Patel practitioner
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Merlin Sheldrake - The Secret Lives of Fungi LIVE
Join renowned biologist and bestselling author Merlin Sheldrake for a mind-expanding journey into the extraordinary world of fungi.
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Dystopia is Not the Future: Panel Discussion
A panel debate exploring innovative and radically optimistic visions of the future with Asif Kapadia,Nate Agbetu, Nelly Ben Hayoun-Stépanian, Rebecca Lewin, Robin McNicholas and Cary Rajinder Sawhney
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Lessons on Revolution
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One of The Scotsman's 'Best Shows of the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe', this 'unique and intellectually potent' (★★★★★, Morning Star) show explores how voices of the past can give us hope today.
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Architecture on Stage: Baukunst
Join us for a lecture by architect Adrien Verschuere, in which he discusses recent projects by his office, the Brussels-based Baukunst.
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Architecture on Stage: Al-Jawad Pike
Jessam Al-Jawad and Dean Pike join us to discuss their architecture practice and their 2024 Stirling Prize-shortlisted Chowdhury Walk, a terrace of affordable social rent homes in Hackney.
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Andreas Malm in Conversation
Best-selling author and activist Andreas Malm leads a vital discussion on the climate crisis, exploring how we can act and come together with hope for change.
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David Olusoga: A Gun Through Time
Known for his acclaimed documentaries Black and British: A Forgotten History and A House Through Time,David Olusoga offers remarkable storytelling in this powerful and enlightening social narrative.
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Olivia Laing in conversation with Charlie Porter
Join acclaimed author and thinker Olivia Laing for the launch of The Silver Book, a gripping new novel set in the turbulent world of 1970s Italian cinema.
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In Conversation with Gareth Southgate
In this rare evening, Southgate will take to the stage alongside a special guest host, to celebrate his new book Dear England: Lessons in Leadership.
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Maria Alyokhina (Pussy Riot) in Conversation with James Ball
Pussy Riot’s Maria Alyokhina joins award-winning investigative journalist James Ball to discuss her memoir Political Girl and her fight against authoritarianism.
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An Evening with Margaret Atwood
Join us for a very special evening as we welcome back our dear friend, one of literature's most fearless voices, Margaret Atwood, celebrating her long-awaited memoir, Book of Lives: A Memoir of Sorts.
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aja monet: Live reading and Q&A with presenter Zakia Sewell
Join us for an unforgettable evening of poetry and conversation with acclaimed surrealist blues poet aja monet, hosted by broadcaster and writer, Zakia Sewell.
