Barbican Centre
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Shows at the Barbican Centre
| Dates | Production | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2026 | - | 1/23/2027 | |
| 7/30/2026 | - | 9/12/2026 | |
| 5/19/2026 | - | 7/11/2026 | |
| 12/3/2024 | - | 1/18/2025 | |
| 10/22/2024 | - | 11/16/2024 | |
| 6/4/2024 | - | 9/14/2024 | |
| 11/21/2023 | - | 3/23/2024 | |
| 6/17/2023 | - | 9/9/2023 | |
| 7/15/2022 | - | 9/3/2022 | |
| 12/7/2018 | - | 1/5/2019 | |
| 11/2/2018 | - | 1/19/2019 | |
| 5/9/1993 | - | 5/30/1993 | |
| 8/1/1992 | - | 9/6/1992 | |
| 7/1/1992 | - | 7/31/1992 | |
| 5/1/1992 | - | 5/24/1992 | |
| 12/12/1989 | - | 12/13/1989 | |
| 12/12/1987 | - | 12/12/1987 | |
| 10/8/1985 | - | 12/4/1985 | |
| 10/5/1982 | - | 3/19/1983 | |
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News
Nicholas Bailey and Susan Penhaligon Will Lead THE MOUSETRAP 75th Anniversary UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026
Nicholas Bailey and Susan Penhaligon will star as Major Metcalf and Mrs Boyle in the 75th anniversary UK tour of Agatha Christie's THE MOUSETRAP, the world's longest-running play.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026
Nicholas Bailey and Susan Penhaligon will star as Major Metcalf and Mrs Boyle in the 75th anniversary UK tour of Agatha Christie's THE MOUSETRAP, the world's longest-running play.
CELEBRATING STEVE REICH AT 90 to Open Soundstreams' 44th Season at Koerner Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2026
Celebrating Steve Reich at 90 will be presented at Koerner Hall, featuring the North American premiere of 'In All Your Ways' and the 50th anniversary of 'Music for 18 Musicians.'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2026
Celebrating Steve Reich at 90 will be presented at Koerner Hall, featuring the North American premiere of 'In All Your Ways' and the 50th anniversary of 'Music for 18 Musicians.'
Denville Hall to Host Theatre Gives Day Across the West End for 100th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Jul 6, 2026
Denville Hall, a residential care home for performing arts professionals, announced Theatre Gives Day, with ambassadors including Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen making curtain call appearances across West End venues to support its £26 million Centenary Appeal.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 6, 2026
Denville Hall, a residential care home for performing arts professionals, announced Theatre Gives Day, with ambassadors including Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen making curtain call appearances across West End venues to support its £26 million Centenary Appeal.
Carmen Collective to Premiere GAMEPLAY at Edinburgh Fringe
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 5, 2026
The upcoming musical GAMEPLAY! has released its first teaser trailer and production images, offering an early look at the new show ahead of its opening.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 5, 2026
The upcoming musical GAMEPLAY! has released its first teaser trailer and production images, offering an early look at the new show ahead of its opening.
Photos: National Open Youth Orchestra #Thisisourorchestra Tour Begins At London's Barbican Centre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2026
The National Open Youth Orchestra – composed of 18 musicians from our five regional NOYO Ensembles, opened its #Thisisourorchestra tour at London's Barbican Centre. Check out photos from the concert!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2026
The National Open Youth Orchestra – composed of 18 musicians from our five regional NOYO Ensembles, opened its #Thisisourorchestra tour at London's Barbican Centre. Check out photos from the concert!
THE ONLY WAY IS THROUGH to Make World Premiere at Caramoor This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2026
Caramoor will present the free outdoor world premiere of THE ONLY WAY IS THROUGH, a new work by GRAMMY-winning composer Christopher Cerrone, featuring Sandbox Percussion and the Young People's Chorus of NYC.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2026
Caramoor will present the free outdoor world premiere of THE ONLY WAY IS THROUGH, a new work by GRAMMY-winning composer Christopher Cerrone, featuring Sandbox Percussion and the Young People's Chorus of NYC.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 17, 2026- THE BOOK OF MORMON Tops the Grosses and More
by - Jun 17, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 17, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours
by - Jun 17, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 17, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours
Tickets Sales to SUNDAY IN THE PARK With Ariana Grande & Jonathan Bailey Delayed
by Michael Major - Jun 16, 2026
Ticket sales to the West End revival of Sunday in the Park With George, starring Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey, have been delayed. As of June, performances are still slated to begin at the Barbican Centre in summer 2027.
by Michael Major - Jun 16, 2026
Ticket sales to the West End revival of Sunday in the Park With George, starring Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey, have been delayed. As of June, performances are still slated to begin at the Barbican Centre in summer 2027.
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.
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.
Philip Glass Details Expansive Lineup of Events for 90th Birthday Celebration
by Josh Sharpe - May 27, 2026
A multi-season celebration of notable performances and events has been set to coincide with the 90th birthday of acclaimed composer Philip Glass on January 31, 2027. Take a look at the lineup now.
by Josh Sharpe - May 27, 2026
A multi-season celebration of notable performances and events has been set to coincide with the 90th birthday of acclaimed composer Philip Glass on January 31, 2027. Take a look at the lineup now.
Steve Reich to Turn 90 With Worldwide Celebrations and Premiere of New Work
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026
Composer Steve Reich's 90th birthday will be marked by a worldwide season of performances, festivals, and recordings, anchored by the world premiere of In All Your Ways with the Colin Currie Group at the Edinburgh International Festival.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026
Composer Steve Reich's 90th birthday will be marked by a worldwide season of performances, festivals, and recordings, anchored by the world premiere of In All Your Ways with the Colin Currie Group at the Edinburgh International Festival.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Academy of St Martin in the Fields Announces 2026/27 Season With Joshua Bell
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2026
The Academy of St Martin in the Fields has revealed its upcoming season, featuring Joshua Bell, Stella Chen and more, with London performances, international touring, and aprogram offering free tickets to those experiencing homelessness.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2026
The Academy of St Martin in the Fields has revealed its upcoming season, featuring Joshua Bell, Stella Chen and more, with London performances, international touring, and aprogram offering free tickets to those experiencing homelessness.
WILD WORKS: PUPPETRY ON THE EDGE Series Launches at wild project in May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 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.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 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.
Barbican Centre Frequently Asked Questions
- What show is currently in Barbican Centre?
- Barbican Centre's current show is Kiss Me, Kate which began performances on 6/4/2024.
- What when was Barbican Centre built?
- Barbican Centre was built in 1982.
- How many seats does Barbican Centre have?
- Barbican Centre has 1172 seats.
- What were the longest running shows at Barbican Centre?
- Les Miserables which ran from 10/08/1985 to 07/13/2019, My Neighbour Totoro which ran from 11/21/2023 to 03/23/2024, Kiss Me, Kate which ran from 06/18/2024 to 09/14/2024, and Hamlet Hail to the Thief which ran from 10/31/2026 to 01/23/2027
- What show is next for Barbican Centre?
- Barbican Centre's next show is Hamlet Hail to the Thief which begins performances on 10/31/2026
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