Trailblazing director Łukasz Twarkowski fuses theatre, tech and live cinema to create a monumentally spectacular production that explores art and authenticity in a fast-changing world.
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Contemporary music
JAMBINAI with London Contemporary Orchestra
Korean post-rock band JAMBINAI make their Barbican debut in a rare and electrifying performance in our Hall.
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Classical music
Lang Lang
One of the most influential pianists of the 21st century plays music by Fauré, Schumann and Chopin.
Gabriel FauréPavane in F-sharp minor
Robert Schumann Kreisleriana
Frederic ChopinMazurkas:
Op 7, No 3
Op 17, Nos 1, 2 & 4
Op 24, Nos 2 & 4
Op 30, No 3 & 4
Op 33, No 3, 4 & 2
Op 59, No 3
Polonaise in F# minor, Op 44
Lang Langpiano
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Contemporary music
Trio Da Kali
Experience the heart of Malian griot tradition through Trio Da Kali as they bring their culturally tuned sound with a contemporary twist for a magical night.
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Classical music
Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir: Adam's Lament
The Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir is joined by the Tallinn Chamber Orchestra for an evening of beloved 20th century works in celebration of Estonian composer Arvo Pärt's 90th birthday.
Arvo PärtCantus in Memoriam Benjamin Britten
L’abbé Agathon
Adam’s Lament
-Interval-
Ester MägiVesper
Arvo PärtFratres
Te Deum
Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir
Tallinn Chamber Orchestra
Maria Listra soprano
Harry Traksmann violin
Tõnu Kaljuste conductor
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John Luther Adams's Become Ocean
Become Ocean: Dalia Stasevska conducts John Luther Adams’s 21st century cult classic.
Programme to include:
John Luther AdamsBecome Ocean
BBC Symphony Orchestra
Dalia Stasevskaconductor
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Theatre & dance
Dance Umbrella: Change Tempo
Dance Umbrella Festival's Change Tempo programme brings a double bill that introduces two distinctive international artists set to make their mark, while challenging expectations of dance.
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Classical music
BBC Singers and Aaron Akugbo
The BBC Singers and Principal Guest Conductor Owain Park join forces with acclaimed Nigerian-Scottish trumpeter Aaron Akugbo.
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Theatre & dance
Dance Umbrella: Change Tempo
Dance Umbrella Festival's Change Tempo programme brings a double bill that introduces two distinctive international artists set to make their mark, while challenging expectations of dance.
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Contemporary music
The Divine Comedy: Rainy Sunday Afternoon
Join Neil Hannon and his band as they return with their latest orchestral pop masterpiece, Rainy Sunday Afternoon.
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Cinema
Dance Umbrella: Sunday Shorts
A collection of short films programmed by international curators HSEIH I-Hsuan and Emily Shin-Jie Lee, drawing on their global perspective for Dance Umbrella Festival 2025.
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Contemporary music
The Divine Comedy: Rainy Sunday Afternoon
Join Neil Hannon and his band as they return with their latest orchestral pop masterpiece, Rainy Sunday Afternoon.
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Talks & events
Explorers: The Age of Discovery with James May
Join James May for a landmark live show, bringing to life the stories of the extraordinary explorers who traversed the deserts, scaled the mountains, sailed into the unknown.
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Contemporary music
Incognito: Live with Orchestra
British acid jazz legends Incognito mark 45 years in this special concert with a live orchestra, celebrating their genre-defying sound.
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Classical musicTheatre & dance
Les Arts Florissants & Amala Dianor Company
Blending a cappella singing with expressive movement, Gesualdo Passione crowns Paul Agnew and Les Arts Florissants' work on Carlo Gesualdo, in a modern creation by choreographer Amala Dianor.
Carlo GesualdoPassione
Les Arts Florissants
Paul Agnewconductor
Dancers of Amala Dianor Company
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Contemporary music
Hayden Thorpe: Song of Ness
Hayden Thorpe brings Ness to life, transforming Robert Macfarlane’s words into a spellbinding musical experience featuring Propellor Ensemble and musicians from Guildhall School of Music & Drama.
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Nil Venditti conducts Clyne, Puccini, Respighi and Say
Nil Venditti, Jess Gillam and the BBC Symphony Orchestra travel from the West of Ireland to the shores of the Bosphorus, in music by Ottorino Respighi, Giacomo Puccini, Fazil Say and Anna Clyne.
Fazil SayGrand Bazaar
Anna ClyneGlasslands
Giacomo Puccini Preludio Sinfonico
Ottorino RespighiFeste romane
BBC Symphony Orchestra
Nil Venditticonductor
Jess Gillamsaxophone
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Classical musicContemporary music
Darbar: Indian Music Appreciation Course
Unlock the Enchanting World of Raga and Tala. One day. Countless centuries of musical brilliance.
Harmeet Virdeesitar
Sukhdeep Dhanjaltabla
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Classical musicTalks & eventsContemporary music
Darbar: Yogabliss to Live Music with Kanwal Ahluwalia
A holistic journey of movement and melody all set to the sounds of live Indian classical music for a unique experience.
Kanwal Ahluwalia practitioner
Kirpal Panesar esraj
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Classical musicTalks & eventsContemporary music
Darbar: Aurabreath – Breathwork with Davel Patel
Breathe into your innate wisdom . Tune into the power of your breath with functional breathing practices designed to improve focus, calmness, and inner resilience.
Davel Patel practitioner
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Classical musicTalks & eventsContemporary music
Darbar: Sacred Sound Bath with San Lau
Flow into Inner Peace. Experience the profound healing power of an immersive sound bath with gongs, crystal bowls, and percussion, creating an environment for deep relaxation and rejuvenation.
San Lau sound healing practitioner
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Cinema
MET Opera Live in HD: La Sonnambula
Nadine Sierra stars in Rolando Villazón's adaptation set in the Swiss Alps, about a a lover, her fiance, and their rivals.
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Classical musicTalks & eventsContemporary music
Darbar: Raga Wellbeing with Jason Kalidas
Experience the healing power of Indian Ragas on the Bansuri and Tanpuras.
Jason Kalidas bansuri
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Contemporary music
Oh Wonder
Celebrate a decade of Oh Wonder as they bring a fresh take on their debut album to our stage.
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Classical musicTalks & eventsContemporary music
Darbar: Yogabliss to Live Music with Kanwal Ahluwalia
A holistic journey of movement and melody all set to the sounds of live Indian classical music for a unique experience.
Kanwal Ahluwalia practitioner
Kirpal Panesar esraj
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Classical musicTalks & eventsContemporary music
Darbar: Aurabreath – Breathwork with Davel Patel
Breathe into your innate wisdom . Tune into the power of your breath with functional breathing practices designed to improve focus, calmness, and inner resilience.
Davel Patel practitioner
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Classical musicTalks & eventsContemporary music
Darbar: Sacred Sound Bath with San Lau
Flow into Inner Peace. Experience the profound healing power of an immersive sound bath with gongs, crystal bowls, and percussion, creating an environment for deep relaxation and rejuvenation.
San Lau sound healing practitioner
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Classical musicTalks & eventsContemporary music
Darbar: Raga Wellbeing with Jason Kalidas
Experience the healing power of Indian Ragas on the Bansuri and Tanpuras.
Jason Kalidas bansuri
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Classical music
London Symphony Orchestra/Thomas Adès
Kaleidoscopic music by Adès and Ruders meet Sibelius’ evocative landscapes, and the promise of vibrant new music by Alex Paxton.
Alex Paxton World Builder, Creature (UK premiere)
Poul RudersPaganini Variations for Guitar and Orchestra (Guitar Concerto No 2)
