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The Barbican Centre's two theatre spaces - the Barbican Theatre and The Pit - offer everything from gritty reality to far-flung fantasy, from dance to drama, from established artists to those at the start of their careers. One of the country's largest arts centres, the distinctive concrete walls of the Barbican continue to house high-quality theatrical productions. For years the Barbican was the London base of the RSC, but it's moved on from traditional British, to experimental international theatre, and is packed with exciting, unexpected and intriguing offerings, incorporating everything from cabaret to classical. It's an unusual, but brilliantly designed space, one of the world's great modern theatres.Barbican Theatre events
PRICING £16-£42 | Preview prices (15-17 Mar) all seats £2 off
Simon McBurney brings his award-winning theatre company Complicite to the Barbican with a new adaptation of Mikhail Bulgakov's classic Soviet satire. In the novel The Master and Margarita there are two plot lines, one follows the last few days in the life of Jesus Christ, the other the chaos of Moscow, satirising the Soviet system and bureaucracy. ... More about this event
Big and Small (Gross und Klein)Big and Small (Gross und Klein)The Barbican have lined up some world class theatre this season and this is certainly one of the not-to-be-missed highlights. Cate Blanchett stars as Lotte in this surreal journey through contemporary Germany. The delicate sequencing of events and isolated characterisation of Gross and Klein is often compared to the strangeness of Alice in Wonderla13th April 2012Sunday 29th April 2012
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PRICING £16 - £65
The Barbican have lined up some world class theatre this season and this is certainly one of the not-to-be-missed highlights. Cate Blanchett stars as Lotte in this surreal journey through contemporary Germany. The delicate sequencing of events and isolated characterisation of Gross and Klein is often compared to the strangeness of Alice in Wonderla... More about this event
Einstein on the BeachEinstein on the BeachThis ground breaking opera marathon is gracing the stage once more, and with its rarity will be happily welcomed to the Barbican. Boosting director Robert Wilson and composer Philip Glass to international acclaim in 1976, Einstein on the Beach is an opera in Four Acts that spreads across an impressive five hours. The piece breaks the traditional co4th May 2012Sunday 13th May 2012
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PRICING £35-£125
This ground breaking opera marathon is gracing the stage once more, and with its rarity will be happily welcomed to the Barbican. Boosting director Robert Wilson and composer Philip Glass to international acclaim in 1976, Einstein on the Beach is an opera in Four Acts that spreads across an impressive five hours. The piece breaks the traditional co... More about this event
Mademoiselle JulieMademoiselle JulieThe naturalistic play Mademoiselle Julie is one of Swedish playwright August Strindberg's most famous; this spring, the Barbican is presenting a modern version of the 1888 play. Starring Juliette Binoche and based on a battle between the sexes as a young woman encounters her father's footman and has an agonising evening consisting of lust, sex, and20th September 2012Saturday 29th September 2012
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PRICING £16-£65
The naturalistic play Mademoiselle Julie is one of Swedish playwright August Strindberg's most famous; this spring, the Barbican is presenting a modern version of the 1888 play. Starring Juliette Binoche and based on a battle between the sexes as a young woman encounters her father's footman and has an agonising evening consisting of lust, sex, and... More about this event
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Hofesh Shechter & Antony Gormley: Survivor Barbican Theatre, EC2Y 8DS 12th January 2012 - 14th January 2012 Israeli-born choreographer and composer Hofesh Shechter joins forces with artist Antony...
Big and Small (Gross und Klein) Barbican Theatre, EC2Y 8DS 13th April 2012 - 30th April 2012 The Barbican have lined up some world class theatre this season...
Einstein on the Beach Barbican Theatre, EC2Y 8DS 4th May 2012 - 13th May 2012 This ground breaking opera marathon is gracing the stage once more, and with...
Mademoiselle Julie Barbican Theatre, EC2Y 8DS 20th September 2012 - 29th September 2012 The naturalistic play Mademoiselle Julie is one of Swedish playwright August Strindberg's most famous; this...
The Blue Dragon Barbican Centre, EC2Y 8DS 17th February 2011 - 26th February 2011 As soon as his latest Cirque du Soleil production, Totem, winds...
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 86% off from £56
7-9 Copthall Avenue, EC2R | 8 minutes from Barbican Theatre
In the heart of the financial district and close to the Bank of England, the newly opened Apex London Wall Hotel, is within walking distance of ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Deluxe Double Rooms: 49% off from £120
Peters Lane, EC1M | 9 minutes from Barbican Theatre
Filled with old fashioned touches like wood panelling, old paintings, stone flagged floors, claw foot baths and open fires, The Rookery has plenty of character. And ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Petite Doubles: 71% off from £108
St John's Square 86-88 Clerkenwell Road, EC1M | 11 minutes from Barbican Theatre
This boutique hotel in trendy Clerkenwell fits right in with the warehouse chic designer feel of the neighbourhood. Mixing vintage chairs with stark modern prints, there's ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Silk Street, City, London EC2Y | At Barbican Theatre
In the two theatre spaces - the Barbican Theatre and the Pit - you can enjoy everything from gritty reality to far-flung fantasy, from dance ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
9 Norwich Street, Holborn, London EC4A | 17 minutes from Barbican Theatre
Quirky, alternative cabaret club. From cream teas to secret organic cocktails, cabaret and comedy, Kuki La-Belle and Delores von Cotier’s cheeky club combines the naughty with the ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London SE1 | 19 minutes from Barbican Theatre
This replica of the Shakespeare's 16th century theatre, reconstructed just 200 yards from its original site, is the brainchild of American actor and director Sam Wanamaker. ...More
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
Silk Street, City, London EC2Y | At Barbican Theatre
Described by the Queen as “one of the wonders of the modern world”, the Barbican Centre is an imposing collection of the finest in British arts. ...More
London > Entertainment > Arts Centres
Silk Street, City, London EC2Y | At Barbican Theatre
Described by the Queen as 'one of the wonders of the modern world' , the Barbican Centre has also been voted 'London's ugliest building'. Ugly or ...More
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
230 Bishopsgate, Spitalfields, London EC2M | 15 minutes from Barbican Theatre
Built in 1891-94 by Charles Harrison Townsend, the Bishopsgate Institute's facade has a theme of arts and crafts. Inside you will find 19th century tiling, a ...More
London > Events > Concerts Dates: Friday 10th February 2012 - 12.30pm
LSO St Luke's, 161 Old Street, EC1V | 9 minutes from Barbican Theatre
Rachel Leach presents....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Friday 10th February 2012 - 2.30pm-4.30pm
LSO St Luke's, 161 Old Street, EC1V | 9 minutes from Barbican Theatre
A public masterclass by the cellist....More
London > Events > Concerts Dates: Friday 10th February 2012 - 7.30pm-10.15pm
St Ethelburga Centre for Reconciliation and Peace, 78 Bishopsgate, EC2N | 14 minutes from Barbican Theatre
Sudanese-Italian vocalist performing originals and covers....More
Sights and Attractions near Barbican Theatre
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Ground Level, Barbican Centre, Silk Street, City, London EC2Y | At Barbican Theatre
Part of the Barbican Centre for arts and conferences the Curve Gallery, situated on the ground floor, has changing exhibitions of photography, art and design. ...More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Silk Street, City, London EC2Y | At Barbican Theatre
Huge, multifaceted arts and entertainment centre. Described by the Queen as “one of the wonders of the modern world”, this multifaceted performance and arts venue forms one ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Silk Street, City, London EC2 | At Barbican Theatre
The Barbican is renowned as one of London's top venues for theatre, art and dance. At the Barbican Art Gallery on level 3 you get ...More
London > Shopping > Music Shops
Cromwell Tower, Silk Street, City, London EC2Y | 2 minutes from Barbican Theatre
Tucked away near the Barbican multi-arts centre and the world-renowned Guildhall School of Music and Drama, Chimes Music is in illustrious company. Since opening in 1983 ...More
Restaurants near Barbican Theatre
London > Restaurants > Modern European restaurants
The Barbican Centre, Level 2, City, London EC2Y | At Barbican Theatre
Modern European cuisine. Booking advised. Dress smart casual. ...More
London > Restaurants > British restaurants
150 London Wall, City, London EC2Y | 4 minutes from Barbican Theatre
Restaurateurs Ben and Hugo Warner (the boys who first came to our attention with Benugo) are the duo behind the London Wall Bar & Kitchen, the ...More
London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
City Point, Ropemaker Street, City, London EC2Y | 4 minutes from Barbican Theatre
Pret sells up market fast food, hand made from natural ingredients, to take away or eat on site, in its trademark no nonsense chrome interiors. The ...More
London > Education > Professional Training
106 Bunhill Row, City, London EC1Y | 8 minutes from Barbican Theatre
City’s Print Journalism course is recognised as the best in London. Although places like Goldsmith’s are trendier, City is respected in the industry thanks to a ...More
London > Education > Evening Classes
4 Luke Street, Shoreditch, London EC2A | 15 minutes from Barbican Theatre
National charity for adult learning which also runs an excellent selection of theatre, literature, history and politics evening classes....More
London > Education > Careers Services
4-6 Staple Inn, Holborn, London WC1V | 18 minutes from Barbican Theatre
Situated in the heart of London, Career Energy – formed in March 2002 - offers comprehensive advice on careers, career change and job searching. They’ll analyse ...More
Leisure near Barbican Theatre
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
King Edward Street, City, London EC4M | 6 minutes from Barbican Theatre
Bounded in by surrounding office buildings, Postman's Park's appeal lies in what it symbolises as much as how it looks. Located just north of St Paul's ...More
London > Leisure > Activities
Hatton Square Business Centre, 16-16a Baldwin Gardens, Holborn, London EC1N | 16 minutes from Barbican Theatre
Immerse yourself in a world of chocolate with this mouth-watering workshop. You will discover how chocolate is processed from bean to bar. Sample a variety of ...More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
71 Long Lane, Clerkenwell, London EC1A | 6 minutes from Barbican Theatre
One of the oldest pubs in Smithfield, The Old Red Cow has stood on this spot on Long Lane since the year dot. Steeped in history, ...More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
115 Charterhouse Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 7 minutes from Barbican Theatre
This renovated traditional pub in the heart of Clerkenwell has been serving the traders of nearby Smithfields Market for years. Under the Malmaison umbrella - the ...More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
2 Clerkenwell Road, Clerkenwell, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 8 minutes from Barbican Theatre
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Nightlife near Barbican Theatre
London > Nightlife > Nightclubs
77a Charterhouse Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 8 minutes from Barbican Theatre
Built on the site of a Victorian meat cellar, Fabric continues to boast the most sensational line-ups in the capital. Its global reputation is founded on ...More
Meeting venue hire near Barbican Theatre
London > Business > Venue Hire
Chiswell Street, City, London EC1Y | 2 minutes from Barbican Theatre
Whilst the City of London is not short of modern, flexible event-spaces, not many can claim to be located in a Grade II listed building, or ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Aldermanbury Square, Moorgate, City, London EC2V | 4 minutes from Barbican Theatre
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London > Business > Venue Hire
One London Wall, City, London EC2Y | 5 minutes from Barbican Theatre
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What's On Today Near Barbican Theatre Dickens And London Exhibitions | Until 10th June 2012 Museum of London 4 minutes walk from Barbican Theatre Marking the 200th anniversary of Charles Dickens's birth, this exhibition explores the relationship between the author and the city. Featuring ...More Archaeology Up Close: Jewellery: Workshop Leisure | Until 20th February 2012 Museum of London 4 minutes walk from Barbican Theatre An object-handling session with members of the museum's Archaeological Collections department....More LSO Discovery Friday Lunchtime Concert Concerts | On 10th February 2012 LSO St Luke's 9 minutes walk from Barbican Theatre Rachel Leach presents....More Rebecca Gilliver: Workshop Exhibitions | On 10th February 2012 LSO St Luke's 9 minutes walk from Barbican Theatre A public masterclass by the cellist....More Friday at Raduno Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 24th February 2012 Raduno 9 minutes walk from Barbican Theatre ...More Friday at Grand Union Farringdon Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 24th February 2012 The Grand Union 10 minutes walk from Barbican Theatre Resident DJs spin dance, pop and chart....More Elijah Bailey, Joel Kane, Jodie Layton, Jordan Wade, Rudi Morgan Concerts | On 10th February 2012 The City Arts & Music Project 10 minutes walk from Barbican Theatre Dance and electronica by the London-based producer-musician....More Randomer, Throwing Snow, Becoming Real, Deft Concerts | On 10th February 2012 The City Arts & Music Project 10 minutes walk from Barbican Theatre London-based DJ and producer Rohan Walder incorporates elements of house, dubstep, garage and drum'n'bass into his electronic sound....More Friday at McQueen Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 24th February 2012 McQueen 11 minutes walk from Barbican Theatre Stef Brien, Sharkie, Max Bloom, Dino Dizenzo, Michael Green, Mike Stratford and Immaculate Boys spin house, electro and rock....More Les Effrontes Concerts | On 10th February 2012 The Nightjar Bar 12 minutes walk from Barbican Theatre The London-based outfit plays jazz standards and French chansons....More
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