In Response to Julia Phillips

Barbican Young Poets

Fri 10 Apr 2026, 19:00 ,The Curve

A young black man performs on a stage in front of a microphone looking up

Join Barbican Young Poets for an evening of performances and readings inspired by Julia Phillips’s exhibition, Inside, Before They Speak.

For her first UK institutional solo exhibition, German and American multidisciplinary artist Julia Phillips explores her interest in the body, conception, and human connection. Merging the anatomical and the industrial through the use of sculpture and drawing, Phillips's new works allow space for multiple readings.

At this event, step inside the exhibition in the Curve to take in Phillips's work before hearing the poets' responses within the space.

Barbican Young Poets is a community and artist development initiative for people who want to explore what’s possible for their poetry and creative expression, fostering a collective of poets to become the next generation of powerful creative voices.

Tagged with: Talks & events Take part Art & design

Running time: approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes

Age guidance: 16+ | under 16s should be accompanied by a parent or guardian

This event is free, but ticketed. If you have reserved a ticket and can no longer make the event, please let us know by contacting our box office team on [email protected] or 020 7870 2500

The Curve

Location
The Curve is located on Level G and can be found at the bottom of the Silk Street entrance ramp, opposite the Barbican Shop.

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.