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Puccini's La Rondine triumphs in London Barbican revival

Puccini's lesser-known opera La Rondine receives a stunning revival at London's Barbican, with conductor Edward Gardner and the LSO delivering a passionate performance. Discover the story of Magda's tragic love.

London residents use gyms after water failure

Hundreds of Barbican Estate residents face a weekend without water after a mains leak. Thames Water apologises as locals are directed to nearby gyms for showers. Read the latest.

Barbican water failure leaves 400 homes without supply

Hundreds of Barbican residents face a weekend without water after a major leak. Thames Water engineers scramble for a fix as locals are offered gym showers and bottled water. Full details on the ongoing disruption.

Higgins reveals UK Championship struggles affecting his game

Snooker legend John Higgins opens up about his mental battles at the UK Championship as he prepares to face Ben Woollaston. The three-time champion admits recent poor performances at York's Barbican have affected his confidence.

Hania Rani's Atmospheric Premieres at Barbican Hall

Polish composer Hania Rani premiered two compelling new works, 'Shining' and 'Non Fiction', with the Manchester Collective at London's Barbican Hall. A review of the ethereal and absorbing storytelling.

Barbican: London's Post-Blitz Utopian Estate

Discover how the Barbican emerged from WWII devastation to become a radical vision for city living. Explore its brutalist architecture and unique community today.

Barbican's £240m redesign to improve accessibility

London's iconic Barbican Centre is undergoing a major £240 million renewal. The project will introduce a new wayfinding system to tackle its confusing layout, making the brutalist landmark more accessible for all visitors from 2027.

Rattle's Bavarian Radio SO triumphs at Barbican Hall

Sir Simon Rattle and the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra delivered an evening of illumination and excitement at London's Barbican Hall with Janáček's Taras Bulba and Bruckner's Seventh Symphony.

21-storey City of London block sparks 730 objections

A proposed 21-storey office block opposite the Barbican Estate faces fierce opposition from residents and heritage groups. Discover why the 'needlessly overpowering' scheme has sparked over 730 objections.

Julius Eastman's radical genius reborn at Barbican

Experience the powerful revival of forgotten composer Julius Eastman's visionary work, brought to life by bass-baritone Davóne Tines in a landmark Barbican performance that's rewriting musical history.

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