Read, Watch & Listen

The latest in the Subject to Change poetry series, Young Poet Leke Oso Alabi presents his poem 'Harsh'. 

Brighton-based ceramicist and designer Emma Johnson is the latest maker to be showcased in the Barbican Shop as part of our Makers initiative.

Curator Leila Hasham talks to us about Francis Upritchard's latest exhibition, 'Wetwang Slack', marking the 30th Curve commission at the Barbican.

One of Handel's most compelling dramatic creations, here's your illustrated guide to Serse, the story of the hot-blooded Persian tyrant Xerxes

The founders of Fertility Fest reveal why they’re on a mission to get everyone talking about modern family making and how they’re bringing the biggest edition yet to the Barbican.

We shine a spotlight on a few of the theatrical partnerships behind our new season, asking the artists about the appeal of working with each other. 

Can you create an identity on Instagram? Director Jessica Bishopp meets young women who use Instagram as a platform to present themselves and their creativity.

Pamela Hutchinson investigates the history of one of the most prophetic, provocative films of the 20th century, reflecting on the importance of its restoration and its relevance today.

Wood-turner Elise McLauchlan invites us in her studio for a wood-turning demonstration.

What happens when students from one of the UK’s largest schools met musicians, historians and theatrical professionals, to tell a story of feminist inspiration?

The 30th commission in The Curve programme, New Zealand-born artist Francis Upritchard presents a new series of sculptural interventions. Curator Leila Hasham joins the artist in her studio

What might a cinema for audio look like? We explore ideas around collective listening and the physicality behind listening to audio in our new programme, Soundhouse.