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Join Young Barbican
Be there when it happens with discounted access to unmissable art and entertainment as well as events and creative opportunities for 14-25 year olds
‘Barbican Young Poets has expanded my horizons of possibility…I am now more aware of what is possible…I have role models among my peers as well as my mentors.‘
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‘I feel like I’ve made friendships with the most amazing people who I respect and will collaborate with all my life.‘
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Access
- This is a hybrid programme.
- We strongly encourage and will support you to attend in-person as much as you can. Participation online is there when needed e.g., for mental and/or physical health conditions, disabilities, or if feeling unwell/testing positive for Covid.
- We’ll also consider applications from people living outside of London who may need to participate solely or partly online if they’re too far away for regular travel.
- We aim to support travel costs (usually via public transport) within the M25 circular boundary or a limited number of journeys via National Rail/coach if coming from outside of London.
- Your ability to participate in the programme, whether in-person or online, does not affect your application.
- The programme takes place in step-free spaces with accessible toilets on the same floor. There are lifts servicing all floors of the Centre where sessions take place.
- We do not have fragrance-free areas, though do encourage people to be mindful of how strong fragrances may adversely impact others.
- Regular sessions are generally relaxed in nature, meaning stimming and tics are welcome, and people can leave the space if they need to. There are usually quieter spaces nearby available to use.
- This programme is not currently BSL interpreted.
Subject to Change
Read: Subject to Change Anthology
From data breaches, US presidents and corruption to the power of language to make change, read and watch all twelve of our Young Poet's evocative and impactful poems from the Subject to Change series.
Subject to Change: 'Tender' by Annie Hayter
For July’s poem, Annie Hayter reflects on the relationship between sexual abuse and denial, in the wake of recent revelations.
Subject to Change: 'Bun Babylon!' by Anita Barton-Williams
For June’s poem, Anita Barton-Williams shares a personal reflection on her heritage in light of the Windrush scandal.
Subject to Change: 'Honey' by Katie Hale
Our January poem comes from Katie Hale, as she performs her poem, 'Honey' - because what better way to interrogate a word than with a poem? Read our interview with Katie for more about her poem and how poetry can be a powerful vehicle for change.
