What’s on

Thu 6 Apr 2023 –Fri 5 Apr 2024

This free installation invites visitors to orient themselves in the buildings and their complex, fascinating histories in an exciting new display at the heart of the Barbican’s Foyers.

Thu 14 Sep 2023 –Sun 11 Feb 2024

Poet, artist and filmmaker Julianknxx explores themes of inheritance, loss and belonging as he crosses the boundaries between written word, music and visual art.

Thu 5 Oct 2023 –Sun 14 Jan 2024

A major group exhibition exploring the relationship between gender and ecology, highlighting the systemic links between the oppression of women and the degradation of the planet.

Sat 25 Nov –Sat 30 Dec 2023

We'll host a small number of relaxed viewings for anyone who'd prefer a more informal approach to noise and movement in the space, or who feels comfortable knowing that they can enter and exit freely.

Sun 3 Dec 2023 –Sun 31 Mar 2024

Our Conservatory hosts a spectacular new site-specific commission by Indian sculptor Ranjani Shettar.

Thu 7 –Fri 8 Dec 2023

A collaboration with the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art, this multi-day symposium uses the themes of RE/SISTERS to explore the bonds between gender and environmental justice. 

Mon 11 Dec 2023 –Fri 19 Jan 2024

We are delighted to host an exhibition of the costumes from Yorgos Lanthimos' absurdist comedy Poor Things, curated by costume designer Holly Waddington.

Thu 14 Dec 2023, 19:00

Join independent curator Charlotte Flint, as she leads a tour of the exhibition exploring the work of Tee A. Corinne, JEB and Barbara Hammer and the important role that nature plays in their practice.

Wed 10 Jan 2024, 18:30

A British Sign Language tour of the exhibition, exclusively for D/deaf and hard of hearing visitors, highlighting key artworks.

Tue 13 Feb –Sun 26 May 2024

Using textiles, fibre and thread, 50 international artists challenge power structures and reimagine the world in this major group exhibition.