(Barbican/Moorgate) Silk Street
London,
BUILT: 1982
SEATING CAPACITY: 1172
Shows at the Barbican Centre
DATES PRODUCTION 7/30/2026 - 9/12/2026 Death Note (2026)
Click Here to Buy Tickets5/19/2026 - 7/11/2026 High Society (2026)
Click Here to Buy Tickets12/3/2024 - 1/18/2025 A Midsummer Night's Dream - Barbican () 10/22/2024 - 11/16/2024 The Buddha of Suburbia () 6/4/2024 - 9/14/2024 Kiss Me, Kate (2024) 11/21/2023 - 3/23/2024 My Neighbour Totoro (2023) 6/17/2023 - 9/9/2023 A Strange Loop (2023) 7/15/2022 - 9/3/2022 Anything Goes (2022) 12/7/2018 - 1/5/2019 The Merry Wives of Windsor (2018) 11/2/2018 - 1/19/2019 Romeo and Juliet (2018) 5/9/1993 - 5/30/1993 Du Barry Was A Lady (1993) 8/1/1992 - 9/6/1992 One Touch of Venus (1992) 7/1/1992 - 7/31/1992 New Girl in Town (1994) 5/1/1992 - 5/24/1992 By Jupiter (1992) 12/12/1989 - 12/13/1989 Candide (1989) 12/12/1987 - 12/12/1987 The Wizard of Oz (1987) 10/8/1985 - 12/4/1985 Les Miserables (1985) 10/5/1982 - 3/19/1983 Poppy (1982) - Carnival! (1993)
News
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.
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.
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 13, 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.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 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.
Valeka Jessica to Headline LAUNCHPAD 2.0 at Theatrical Outfit in Atlanta
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2026
Actress and comedian Valeka Jessica will headline Theatrical Outfit's LAUNCHPAD 2.0 festival in Atlanta, showcasing her new solo show 'I'm a Mother F***ing Superstar'.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2026
Actress and comedian Valeka Jessica will headline Theatrical Outfit's LAUNCHPAD 2.0 festival in Atlanta, showcasing her new solo show 'I'm a Mother F***ing Superstar'.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Romeo and Juliet which ran from 11/02/2018 to 01/19/2019
What show is next for Barbican Centre?
Barbican Centre's next show is Death Note which begins performances on 07/30/2026
Videos
TICKET CENTRAL
.jpg?format=auto&width=365)
Tickets From $59
Tickets From $118
Tickets From $71
Tickets From $139
