Barbican Centre

Mary Kouyoumdjian's PAPER PIANOS Sets World Premiere Recording
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2026

Paper Pianos, the Pulitzer Prize finalist work co-created by Mary Kouyoumdjian and Nigel Maister, will receive its world premiere recording on Friday, August 7, 2026. Paper Pianos' third movement, All Good Things, is now available as a single.

MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO Extends For Final Time in London
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026

The multi-award winning stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s My Neighbour Totoro will extend in the West End for the final time. Learn more about the show here!

Boston Symphony Orchestra Plans 2027 European Tour with Lang Lang
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026

The Boston Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Andris Nelsons will present a nine-performance European tour, their eighth and final international tour together, with guest soloist Lang Lang.

Pianist Gabriela Montero Will Perform Spanish Music Recital at 92NY
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026

Gabriela Montero will perform a recital of Spanish and Spanish-inspired works at 92NY's Kaufmann Concert Hall, featuring pieces by Albéniz, Granados, and rarely performed miniatures by Alicia de Larrocha.

Pianist Pavel Kolesnikov Will Perform Recital at 92NY
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2026

Honens International Piano Competition winner Pavel Kolesnikov will perform at Buttenwieser Hall at 92NY, offering a program spanning French Baroque to Chopin.

New £10K Mainstage Prize Launches to Champion Large-Scale Playwriting
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026

The Mainstage Prize, a new £10,000 national playwriting award supported by Riverside Studios, launched with former RSC Head of New Work Pippa Hill chairing the judging panel. The inaugural theme is horror.

Countertenor John Holiday To Release Debut Album 'Over My Head' on PENTATONE
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026

Countertenor John Holiday announced his debut album, Over My Head, on PENTATONE, blending spirituals, art song, and world premiere recordings by Theo Morrison and Carlos Simon, with pianist Kevin Miller.

Soprano Erin Morley and Tenor Lawrence Brownlee Will Perform in GOLDEN AGE at 92NY
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026

Soprano Erin Morley and tenor Lawrence Brownlee join pianist Malcolm Martineau at 92NY's Kaufmann Concert Hall for GOLDEN AGE, a bel canto recital tied to their new duo album.

WILD WORKS: PUPPETRY ON THE EDGE Series Launches at wild project in May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2026

wild project will present WILD WORKS: PUPPETRY ON THE EDGE, a new puppetry series curated by Amanda Card, on May 6th in New York City, featuring performances from Nick Lehane, Maiko Kikuchi, Marcella Murray, and Purser & Amanda Card.

Omega Ensemble Will Perform HOWL in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026

Omega Ensemble will present HOWL across four performances in May, featuring works by Danny Elfman, Missy Mazzoli, and a world premiere by French composer Daniel Wohl.

Miller Theatre Concludes Composer Portraits Series With HANNAH KENDALL Featuring International Contemporary Ensemble
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2026

Miller Theatre at Columbia University will present a Composer Portrait of Hannah Kendall on April 23, showcasing her acclaimed compositions. The event will feature Kendall's innovative works, performed by a selection of contemporary musicians.

City of London Approves Barbican Renewal Plans
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026

The City of London Corporation has approved the planning application for the Barbican Renewal Programme, securing the future of Europe’s largest multi-arts centre and safeguarding one of the world’s most significant Brutalist buildings. 

Interview: 'A Bolt of Lightning Runs Through You': Artistic Director Christine Jones on THEATRE FOR ONE's Singular Intimacy and Raw Impact
by Franco Milazzo - Mar 5, 2026

Imagine a space where the boundary between the stage and the stalls simply evaporates. Co-produced by Landmark Productions and Octopus Theatricals, Theatre For One appears at the Barbican Centre this month as part of their Scene Change season. It offers a singular, electrifying encounter that demolishes the fourth wall, leaving only you and a solo performer within a custom-built, intimate booth.

AJAX Comes to Boise Contemporary Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

The World Premiere of AJAX by Habib Yazdi and directed by Kareem Fahmy will come to Boise Contemporary Theatre next month. Performances run April 22-May 9, 2026.

MY NEIGHBOUR TOTORO Reveals New Cast Ahead of West End Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026

New casting has been announced for the stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli's My Neighbour Totoro. This March the multi-award winning show also celebrates one year at the Gillian Lynne Theatre in the West End.

Go Live Theatre Will Host WEST END MEMORIES With Rosalyn Wilder and Patricia Hodge
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026

Go Live Theatre announced a special event West End Memories - Rosalyn Wilder in conversation with Patricia Hodge taking place on Monday 9 March 2026 at 7pm at The Theatre at the Hippodrome Casino.

Rehmat-e-Nusrat To Perform Live In New Delhi in March Ahead Of London Showcase
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026

REHMAT-E-NUSRAT will perform at The Piano Man in New Delhi on March 8, showcasing their qawwali talents before heading to London's Barbican Centre. Learn more here!

UK Premiere of THEATRE FOR ONE Comes to the Barbican
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026

The Barbican will present the UK premiere of THEATRE FOR ONE, showcasing intimate plays by Enda Walsh, Marina Carr, and Mark O'Rowe. Learn more about the event here!

Mandy Patinkin Is 'Thrilled' for Jonathan Bailey for SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Role
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 22, 2026

Next year, Jonathan Bailey will pick up the paintbrush as he steps into the role of George Seurat in the highly anticipated West End production of Sunday in the Park with George. Mandy Patinkin, who originated the role on Broadway, recently shared his thoughts about the new production, even offering some advice to Bailey.

Review: I DO, Malmaison Hotel
by Franco Milazzo - Jan 21, 2026

Theatre has to work extra hard in January to get people away from cosy duvets and into venues. Thankfully, Dante or Die’s I Do (created by Daphna Attias and Terry O’Donovan) has a doozie of a premise.