Reviving the tale of a forgotten heroine
An innovative new ‘AfrOpera’ brings Bizet, Handel, Aretha Franklin and Lady Gaga together with African rhythms to explore an inspiring story of female resistance.
An innovative new ‘AfrOpera’ brings Bizet, Handel, Aretha Franklin and Lady Gaga together with African rhythms to explore an inspiring story of female resistance.
Hear stories of Aboriginal Australians in an innovative and exciting production featuring young female singers.
Composer Rolf Hind tells us that the works of Sufi poet Rumi remain powerfully resonant centuries after he wrote them.
Get a taste of the incredible records in-store with our Rough Trade Essentials Playlist.
Tune in to powerful feminist stories with this taster of Dawn Landes & Friends
Barbican New Release Curator Sonia Zadurian talks us though her recent Alien franchise rewatch and explains why we should be excited for Alien: Romulus…
Ahead of a season of Japanese monster movies, Cinema Curator Alex Davidson shares the backstory of how he first became captivated by the greatest of them all - Godzilla.
Listen to Stephanie J. Block, Kiss Me, Kate’s leading lady, singing Cole Porter’s ‘So In Love’ alongside a baby grand piano in our iconic conservatory.
Watch as artist, Francis Alÿs, and artistic collaborator, Rafael Ortega, discuss how games and creativity help children interact with their environments, and contextualise an adult world beyond their understanding.
Ibrahim Mahama’s stunning giant work adorning our building features Batakari – robes worn by Ghanaian royalty. Discover the history and significance of these precious garments.
Massively expanded for 2024, the celebration of the contribution of LGBTQI+ people in classical music will be a joyous and thought-provoking affair.
ScreenTalk with director Yorgos Lanthimos joins actors Emma Stone and Jesse Plemmons