Barbican Centre

Thanks Architects’ Journal for sharing the news of our proposed designs for Renewal. We’ve now launched our public consultation - don’t forget to have your say everyone!

🚀 Barbican Renewal: Shaping the Future of a Global Icon 🎭🌿 Big news from the Barbican. Today, we launch our public consultation and unveil ambitious design proposals to transform the Foyers, Lakeside, and Conservatory - breathing new life into this world-famous multi arts centre ✨ 🏗️ Led by architects Allies and Morrison and Asif Khan Ltd., and engineers Buro Happold, the Renewal will celebrate the Barbican’s bold architectural legacy while making it more inclusive and sustainable. Landscape designers Harris Bugg Studio are reimagining the Conservatory planting. Key highlights: 🔹 Foyers: Restoring iconic Brutalist design, improving accessibility & creating flexible, creative spaces. 🔹 Lakeside: Upgrading fountains for passive cooling, enhancing biodiversity & reviving this unique public space. 🔹 Conservatory: A fully accessible, lush urban oasis, open to more visitors year-round. As we embark on this exciting journey to ensure every part of the Barbican Centre is restored, revitalised and relevant for future generations, we want to hear from you! Public consultation is now open—share your thoughts and help shape the future of the Barbican. 🗣️💡 📅 Visit the in-person exhibition from 1 Feb or view plans online until 17 Feb: https://lnkd.in/eWDhRkaB To find out more sign up to our webinar at 4pm today 👉 https://lnkd.in/ekN6nhZN Supported by a £191 million commitment from City of London Corporation, which represents 80% of what's needed for phase one, this is just the beginning—construction is set for 2027, with this phase complete in time for the Barbican’s 50th anniversary in 2032. 🏛️🎉 #BarbicanRenewal #Barbican #DesignForTheFuture #LondonCulture #Architecture #Plants #Sustainability #Brutalism #ArtsandCulture

🌿 Join the Barbican as our new Head of Sustainability! 🌿   We’re excited to announce this important new role at the Barbican Centre.   We are London’s Creative Catalyst for arts, curiosity, and enterprise. Our values are at the heart of everything we do: inclusive, sustainable, daring, connected, and joyful. 🌍✨   This role is a unique opportunity to lead and shape sustainability at one of the world’s leading multi arts centres. You’ll drive transformational change as we embed sustainability across our work, championing innovative practices that align with our bold Barbican Renewal programme – a vision for a more inclusive, equitable, and environmentally conscious future.   What we’re looking for: ✔ A proven track record in developing and implementing sustainability strategies. ✔ Leadership experience in a complex organisation. ✔ Knowledge of funding mechanisms to support sustainability initiatives. ✔ Creative, collaborative, and passionate about arts and culture. ✔ Outstanding communication and project management skills.   💰 Salary: £66,190 - £75,010 per annum 📍 Type: Full-time, Permanent (35 hours per week)   🟢 Why join us? We offer flexible working, generous pensions, free access to museums and galleries, season ticket loan, cycle to work schemes and much more.   Ready to create change and lead our sustainability agenda? Apply now and be part of shaping a 21st-century arts centre that inspires and connects communities while championing the environment.   Find out more here👉 https://lnkd.in/e5K_dhkV Please share with anyone you know who you think might be interested!   #Sustainability #Environment #Green #Greenjobs #Leadership #ArtsJobs #BarbicanCentre #CreativeCareers #BarbicanRenewal

🚨 Exciting Opportunity at the Barbican!🚨 We're seeking a dynamic External Affairs Manager to help drive advocacy, engagement, and communications strategies here at the Barbican. We’re London’s Creative Catalyst – sparking creativity, curiosity, and transformation through our world-class theatres, concert halls, galleries, cinemas, and community spaces. ✨ External Affairs Manager 💼 Salary: £42,750 - £47,620 (incl. London Weighting) 📍 Location: Hybrid – 3 days at the Barbican Centre About the Role You’ll build relationships with key stakeholders, including local and national politicians, the cultural sector, and arts media. From working on ground-breaking projects like the Barbican Renewal Programme to driving campaigns on sustainability, equity, and diversity, this is a unique opportunity to amplify the Barbican’s vision and impact locally, nationally, and internationally. About You We’re looking for a motivated professional who:   •     Has strategic expertise in creating impactful advocacy and communication campaigns.   •     Is confident and skilled at building relationships across sectors.   •     Is great at writing high-quality content and handling sensitive media enquiries.   •     Understands the cultural sector and its political and social landscape. A passion for the arts and experience in a public or non-profit organisation would be an advantage. Why Work With Us?   •     Hybrid working: 3+ days at the Barbican and 2 from home.   •     Benefits: 28+ days holiday, a generous pension scheme, free access to museums/galleries, retail discounts, and more.   •     Be part of a friendly, collaborative and inclusive team, deeply committed to creativity and innovation. Deadline: Sunday 19 January 2025 at 23:55 More info here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eC_S4vSb Help us shape the future of arts and culture. #BarbicanJobs #ArtsCareers

✨An exclusive evening at the Barbican for your top clients 🎭   In February, the Barbican is thrilled to welcome Academy Award-winner Cate Blanchett in a new production of Anton Chekhov’s The Seagull, alongside an extraordinary cast, including Golden Globe-winner Emma Corrin (The Crown), BAFTA-winning Jason Watkins, and Academy Award-nominated Kodi Smit-McPhee. Create a special evening of culture and connection including a backstage moment to this highly anticipated production with an exclusive events package with the Barbican.   Imagine hosting your highly valued clients at one of London’s most sought-after productions, with pre-show drinks, canapés, and an exclusive opportunity to hear insights from the Barbican’s Theatre Team—all in the beautiful setting of your own private Theatre Bar. Together, we can design an exceptional event that merges art, culture, and business in a way that leaves a lasting impression. 🌟 Interested in exploring this unique opportunity? Contact our Corporate Partnerships Team: Corporate.Development@barbican.org.uk 📸 Renato Campora (Cate Blanchett)

As the year draws to a close and we reflect on the end of 2024, we're proud to celebrate Claire Spencer AM, our former CEO, who was recently awarded the Freedom of the City of London. Claire's leadership during her 2022-24 tenure helped us reopen post-pandemic, advance our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion agenda, and lay the foundations for our ambitious Barbican Renewal Programme. Thank you, Claire, for your vision and dedication. As we look ahead to 2025 and our exciting next chapter, your legacy continues to inspire us.

The Barbican: A Unique Location for Filmmakers and Photographers 🎥📸   Did you know the Barbican has featured in Star Wars, James Bond, Vivienne Westwood campaigns, and Harry Styles music videos? Our dramatic brutalist architecture, lush Conservatory, and iconic Lakeside Terrace have inspired some of the most unforgettable creative projects.   From blockbuster films to fashion shoots and music videos, the Barbican has become a go-to location for visionaries in every field. It’s not just a space—it’s a canvas for creative ideas.   If you’re curious about how filmmakers and photographers make the most of the Barbican, check out our new 'Filming & Photography at the Barbican Centre' page. Whether you’re a commercial team, press crew, or student creator, we’re here to help you bring your vision to life.   Find out more 👉 https://lnkd.in/e8yQnR-d Harry Styles video 👉 https://lnkd.in/dsstWZTa 📸 Dion Barrett (2-5)   #BarbicanCentre #Filmmaking #Photography #LondonLocations #BrutalistArchitecture #CreativeSpaces

🌿✨ Exciting News: Revitalising the Barbican Conservatory! ✨🌿 We’re thrilled to announce that the award-winning Harris Bugg Studio has been appointed to revitalise the planting of our iconic Conservatory! This collaboration forms part of Phase One of the Barbican Renewal Programme, blending innovation, sustainability, and heritage to reimagine one of London’s most beloved urban green spaces. Central to their approach is the collaboration with our Head Gardener Marta L. and her team, whose dedication, expertise and knowledge have made the Conservatory a much-loved sanctuary for visitors from London and beyond. This project celebrates the interplay between nature and architecture while enhancing accessibility, sustainability, and inclusivity at the heart of the Barbican. See more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dC28RRiJ 📸 Max Colson We look forward to sharing this transformative journey with you! 🌱🌟 #BarbicanRenewal #UrbanGreenSpaces #ArchitectureAndNature

Big news for the Barbican!     We’re thrilled to announce that the City of London Corporation has approved £191 million in funding for the first phase of the Barbican Renewal Programme.     This critical investment represents around 80% of the funding needed for the next five years of transformative works to preserve and enhance our Grade II-listed building. It will ensure the Barbican continues to thrive as a world-class arts and learning centre, reaching millions with bold and inclusive cultural programming.     The Renewal Programme will sensitively restore and upgrade key spaces, including our iconic brutalist foyers, the lakeside terrace, and the conservatory, improving accessibility, sustainability, and opportunities for creative community use. See more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eYyabvUG    Our next step: launching a major fundraising campaign in 2025 to raise the funds needed to complete this ambitious vision. Together, we’ll ensure the Barbican remains an inspiring place for everyone for generations to come.    More details to follow, but for now, a huge thank you to the City of London Corporation and all our supporters who’ve brought us to this milestone.    📸 Dion Barrett #BarbicanRenewal #Arts #CulturalHeritage #Sustainability #BrutalistArchitecture

Over the past six months we have taken part in Culture Makes, a UK-wide initiative run by the Cultural Philanthropy Foundation, which highlights the positive impact of culture and the need for greater investment. This month we’re celebrating our impact in building community. We’re proudly rooted in our neighbourhood in the City of London and collaborate with our local communities and people to create joyful celebrations of the stories they care about. The Imagine Fund was a four-year community grant project developed by Barbican’s Creative Collaboration team, which distributed funding from the City of London Corporation's Community Infrastructure Levy Neighbourhood Fund. Funding was allocated by panels of local community members who identified projects which benefited their communities. From 2020 to 2024, The Imagine Fund distributed over £100k, which helped 65 local people and groups to kickstart their ideas and creative enterprises. See more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/enjeg246