in partnership with The B-Bar
Book our spaces
🎠Need rehearsal or creative space?
Our versatile rehearsal and performance spaces at Barbican Theatre are available to hire online via Jammed for just £15 per hour, weekdays between 10am–4pm (Mon–Fri).
✨ The Studio
Ideal for dance, movement, or workshops, The Studio features a mirrored wall, professional dance flooring, and a sound system—perfect for individuals or small groups looking for a focused, flexible space.
🎬 The Auditorium
Our main performance space is better suited for larger groups or full company rehearsals, offering a larger, stage-style setup
Artist Development Membership
Looking for affordable space to develop your creative work? Whether you're rehearsing, devising, or exploring a new idea, our Artist Development Membership gives artists access to professional spaces and support — without the financial strain.
Use our spaces to grow as leaders, artists, and new companies.Â
With an Artist Development membership you get access to our spaces at 50% off.
Creative Takeover Membership is just £90 per year
Who is it for?
This programme supports you to explore new ideas, take creative risks without economic risks and get you collaborating in a creative space. We are excited about you taking over the building and providing the core team with inspiration too!Â
We will not ask you for an application/ written statement or any justification for why you want some space - we only ask that you abide by our code of conduct.Â
Who is Artist Development membership not for?
Commercial Gain
This space is not available for commercial gain. We would love to support your zumba class/ pilates for dancers/ writers group- but if you are being paid by the participants in the room you will need to talk us about our room hire rates - which are very affordable.
Please email us for more info on our costs info@barbicantheatre.co.ukÂ
Publicly Funded R&DÂ
If you are in receipt of Public Funding we would love to support you. Our spaces are available for multi- week/ multi day hires and we love supporting the development of new work. The Creative Take Over isn’t the right scheme- but please email Dulcie and let the talent development team know what you have budgeted for Rehearsal Space- and we’ll make something work for you.
dulcie@barbicantheatre.co.uk
