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A Symphony of Sounds and Stories: The Barbican Centre's December Showcase
December at the Barbican Centre promises an enthralling lineup of events that blend the boundaries of music, theater, and culture. From the soul-stirring strains of Vishwa Mohan Bhatt's Mohan Veena to the playful enchantments of Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night’s Dream,' and the evocative recitals by renowned artists like Stephen Hough and Yeol Eum Son, there is a cultural feast for every palate. These events not only provide entertainment but also offer a profound exploration of artistic expressions across genres and continents.
Nov 29, 2024
Share1. Vishwa Mohan Bhatt and Desert Slide
Celebrated as one of the world's most versatile and expressive Mohan Veena (slide guitar) players, Vishwa Mohan Bhatt brings his Desert Slide ensemble to the Hall.
Nov 30, 2024
Barbican Centre
London · Barbican Centre
2. Her Stories
Pianist, musicologist, and serial champion of the under-represented, Samantha Ege has a special affinity with Florence Price, whose highly charged Sonata launches a recital that also nudges the dial towards Cuba with works by Odaline de la Martinez and Camila Cortina Bello. Mexico yields an irresistibly fidgety study by Gabriela Ortiz, and East meets West in Chen Yi’s variations on a Chinese folk song.
Dec 1, 2024
Barbican Centre
London · Milton Court Concert Hall
3. Sō Percussion with Caroline Shaw
Continuing their mission to redefine chamber music, Sō Percussion joins forces with Caroline Shaw to perform music that takes inspiration from 19th-century poems by Christina Rosetti, Emily Brontë, Emily Dickinson, Gertrude Stein and William Blake, with lyrics that echo the romanticism of the time. The album follows their 2021 Grammy Award–winning debut, Narrow Sea, and 2021’s Let the Soil Play Its Simple Part, with Shaw on vocals.
Dec 1, 2024
Barbican Centre
London · Barbican Centre
4. London Symphony Orchestra: Family Concert
LSO Family Concerts are a fun, informative way for families to experience live music together and learn more about the instruments of the orchestra. Each concert is based on a theme, with free workshops before the performance, and the opportunity for everyone to get involved by playing or singing along with the audience participation piece during the concert.
Dec 1, 2024 - Jun 21, 2025
Barbican Centre
London · Barbican Centre
5. A Midsummer Night’s Dream
With Mathew Baynton (Ghosts, Horrible Histories) as Bottom, this hilarious production of Shakespeare’s captivating comedy will transport you from deepest midwinter to the most magical of midsummer nights. As four young lovers are faced with the prospect of unhappy marriage or worse, they flee the court of Athens and stumble into an enchanted forest, where the real and fairy worlds collide.
Dec 3, 2024 - Jan 18, 2025
Barbican Centre
London · Barbican Centre
6. Stephen Hough: Sonatina Nostalgica
For all the ardour and visionary zeal that so often permeates Schumann’s big-boned Fantasie and Chopin’s piano sonata swansong, nostalgia isn’t entirely held at bay. Three elegantly-coutured pieces by Cécile Chaminade establish a mood that is compounded by Hough’s Sonatina Nostalgica, an affectionate essay probing the potency of whimsy, reminiscence, and belonging.
Dec 4, 2024
Barbican Centre
London · Barbican Centre
7. Abel Selaocoe: Christmas From Around the World
The BBC Singers join forces once more with their Artist in Association Abel Selaocoe, for a concert of music for the Christmas season from around the world.
Dec 5, 2024
Barbican Centre
London · Milton Court Concert Hall
8. Dur Dur Band
Somali funk legends Dur Dur Band are joined by some very special guests and perform alongside the next generation of Somali singer/songwriters making waves internationally.
Dec 5, 2024
Barbican Centre
London · Barbican Centre
9. First Light
Inspired by baby lab research into the expanding vision of children from birth until 18 months, this 15-minute installation distills the world of awakening perception into a unique show. Real-life soundscapes harmonise and echo a newborn’s hearing, this is designed to be enjoyed by both baby and their grown up.
5 - 19 Dec, 2024
Barbican Centre
London · Barbican Centre
10. Yeol Eum Son plays Prokofiev’s Second Piano Concerto
'A dazzling tour de force' was how The Scotsman described a solo recital by Yeol Eum Son – going on to praise her 'vital emotional connection with the music'. You can’t have missed the buzz around this remarkable Korean pianist; now hear her for yourself, as she joins conductor Jonathon Hayward and the full BBC Symphony Orchestra in Prokofiev’s ferocious Second Piano Concerto. Few living pianists play it better.
Dec 6, 2024
Barbican Centre
London · Barbican Centre
Conclusion
The Barbican Centre's December lineup is a celebration of artistic diversity and cultural expression, offering audiences an unparalleled opportunity to experience the best of global art and music. From the soothing melodies of the Mohan Veena to the theatrical magic of Shakespearean comedy, each event promises to leave a lasting impression. Whether you're a music aficionado, a theater lover, or simply looking to enjoy a unique cultural experience, the Barbican's December offerings ensure there is something for everyone to cherish.
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