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Vibrance ~ Barbican, London


  • Guildhall School of Music and Drama 1 Milton Street London, EC2Y 9BH United Kingdom (map)

A new free festival of light and sound in the City of London

For two nights only, Vibrance transforms the City of London to offer unforgettable encounters with light, sound and live performance, as historic landmarks, hidden gardens and striking façades are reimagined with colour, music and storytelling.

Across a dozen artworks in five locations in the vibrant Culture Mile area, the festival explores the dialogue between ancient and modern – from Roman ruins to medieval churches, historic buildings to contemporary towers – illuminated and transformed with layers of memory, voice and digital energy.

As you wander through the City, whether heading home from work, exploring with family, or starting a night out, you might stumble upon an opera performance, lose yourself in an atmospheric soundscape, or see ancient ruins illuminated in ways you’ve never experienced before.

Created by Guildhall Production Studio, the award-winning team behind Beasts of London (“A crazily enjoyable immersive experience” ★★★★ The Telegraph), Vibrance brings together bold new artworks and live performances by emerging artists from Guildhall School of Music & Drama.

Join us to light up your January and celebrate the Square Mile as a place of imagination, culture and connection.

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