Circus Flavours with Upswing
Play Make Do: A Festival of Fun for All the Family
Be wowed by Upswing’s thrilling aerial circus performances in the lush surrounding of our Conservatory with four breathtaking shows each day.
Circus Flavours showcases breathtaking aerial artistry and gravity-defying skill. These shows offer a rare chance to see world-class circus up close, as our Conservatory is transformed into a stage for high-flying feats and mesmerising movement. An unforgettable experience for all ages.
Upswing is a multi-award-winning UK-based contemporary circus company. Known for blending storytelling with spectacular physical performance, their work uses the human body as an expressive tool to entertain, inspire curiosity, share urgent ideas and ignite a desire to build connection. Telling new stories in extraordinary ways, Upswing amplify and celebrate the skills, creative talents and stories of diverse artists and communities.
Event information:
This event is suitable for all ages. Children under 18 must have a parent or guardian present during all workshops and performances.
Ticket prices
Play Make Do
Conservatory Terrace
Location
The Barbican Conservatory is located on Level 3, if you’re coming from inside the main Barbican building.
From the Barbican highwalks, follow signs to the ‘Barbican Centre’. Walking from Barbican tube station, you’ll see a steps with ‘Art Gallery’ above them, these will lead you up to the Sculpture Court where you'll see a sign for the Conservatory.
Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS
Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.
We’ve plenty of places for you to relax and replenish, from coffee and cake to wood-fired pizzas and full pre-theatre menus
Access
The Conservatory is on the gallery floor (level 3), reached via the main lifts. Access Automatic glass doors (120cm wide) lead outside from the gallery floor and continue down a ramp (1:12). The Conservatory is on your right, entered through double doors (135cm wide). The Sculpture Court is on your left, up three steps or via a ramp.
Mobility
Limited access for wheelchair users and people with restricted mobility due to steps in some areas.
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome.
For more access information, please visit our Accessibility section.
