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
Jade Anouka and More Will Lead TELL ME STRAIGHT//AGGY at Kings Head Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2026
Paul Bradshaw's double bill explores contemporary dating and queer life in London with a cast including Jade Anouka, Elliott Rogers, Jean-Luke Worrell, and Matthew Jordan.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2026
Paul Bradshaw's double bill explores contemporary dating and queer life in London with a cast including Jade Anouka, Elliott Rogers, Jean-Luke Worrell, and Matthew Jordan.
ROBIN HOOD Panto Will Come to Queen's Theatre Hornchurch in November
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch will present a new adaptation of ROBIN HOOD from November 18 to January 2, with Folarin Akinmade in the title role and Lauren Chinery as Cyril the Squirrel.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch will present a new adaptation of ROBIN HOOD from November 18 to January 2, with Folarin Akinmade in the title role and Lauren Chinery as Cyril the Squirrel.
John Holiday Announces 2026-2027 Highlights
by Rachel Stone - Sep 3, 2026
Countertenor John Holiday has announced season highlights including a world premiere with the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, a Wigmore Hall recital, and productions with Dutch National Opera and Komische Oper Berlin.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 3, 2026
Countertenor John Holiday has announced season highlights including a world premiere with the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, a Wigmore Hall recital, and productions with Dutch National Opera and Komische Oper Berlin.
María Dueñas Releases HOMAGE TO HEIFETZ Album on Deutsche Grammophon
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2026
María Dueñas's new album pairs Korngold's Violin Concerto and Lalo's Symphonie espagnole with Gustavo Dudamel and the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra of Venezuela, plus works with pianist Itamar Golan.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2026
María Dueñas's new album pairs Korngold's Violin Concerto and Lalo's Symphonie espagnole with Gustavo Dudamel and the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra of Venezuela, plus works with pianist Itamar Golan.
CONCERTO NO. 2: ANTHEM to Have New York Premiere at Carnegie Hall
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026
Davóne Tines will perform the New York premiere of his ANTHEM with the Columbus Symphony under Music Director Rossen Milanov at Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026
Davóne Tines will perform the New York premiere of his ANTHEM with the Columbus Symphony under Music Director Rossen Milanov at Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium.
CONCERTO NO. 2: ANTHEM To Be Performed At Carnegie Hall
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 25, 2026
Grammy-nominated creator, curator, and performer Davóne Tines brings the New York premiere of his Concerto No. 2: ANTHEM, to Carnegie Hall’s Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage with the Columbus Symphony conducted by Music Director Rossen Milanov.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 25, 2026
Grammy-nominated creator, curator, and performer Davóne Tines brings the New York premiere of his Concerto No. 2: ANTHEM, to Carnegie Hall’s Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage with the Columbus Symphony conducted by Music Director Rossen Milanov.
Tom VR Announces DON'T KNOW HOW FAST I'M MOVING Album, Shares Double Single
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
London-based producer Tom VR has released the double single 'Mag Fields' and 'Unlocked Love' ahead of his forthcoming album, which blends club energy with ambient textures.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
London-based producer Tom VR has released the double single 'Mag Fields' and 'Unlocked Love' ahead of his forthcoming album, which blends club energy with ambient textures.
FANNA-FI-ALLAH Sufi Qawwali Ensemble to Return to Bradford Live
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2026
The qawwali ensemble led by Tahir Qawwal will bring eight musicians and a whirling dervish to Bradford Live for a one-night acoustic performance rooted in Sufi devotional tradition.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2026
The qawwali ensemble led by Tahir Qawwal will bring eight musicians and a whirling dervish to Bradford Live for a one-night acoustic performance rooted in Sufi devotional tradition.
VERNACULAR with Jlin to Highlight Third Coast Percussion's 2026-2027 Season
by Rachel Stone - Aug 13, 2026
Third Coast Percussion will tour VERNACULAR, a new program created with electronic music artist Jlin, across the U.S. and Europe, alongside an album release and debut single.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 13, 2026
Third Coast Percussion will tour VERNACULAR, a new program created with electronic music artist Jlin, across the U.S. and Europe, alongside an album release and debut single.
Photos: LES MISÉRABLES Wraps 2-Year Arena Tour, Welcoming 1.3 Million Fans in 34 Cities
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2026
On Sunday, August 9, LES MISÉRABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR closed out its two-year global tour in epic fashion at Radio City Music Hall. Produced by Cameron Mackintosh, Nick Grace Management, and presented locally by The Bowery Presents, the 22-performance engagement sold 117,000 tickets, drawing audiences from all 50 states, as well as Puerto Rico and across 58 different countries. The engagement capped off a global tour that welcomed over 1.3 million fans to the barricade across 34 cities internationally.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2026
On Sunday, August 9, LES MISÉRABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR closed out its two-year global tour in epic fashion at Radio City Music Hall. Produced by Cameron Mackintosh, Nick Grace Management, and presented locally by The Bowery Presents, the 22-performance engagement sold 117,000 tickets, drawing audiences from all 50 states, as well as Puerto Rico and across 58 different countries. The engagement capped off a global tour that welcomed over 1.3 million fans to the barricade across 34 cities internationally.
PHASE | PATTERN | PULSE to Premiere for Steve Reich's 90th at Schwarzman Centre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2026
The Schwarzman Centre in Oxford will present a new immersive sound installation exploring Steve Reich's music, created by Loss>
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2026
The Schwarzman Centre in Oxford will present a new immersive sound installation exploring Steve Reich's music, created by Loss>
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 29, 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 29, 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.
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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