Barbican Centre

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

Barbican Centre provides a multi-arts and learning venue that offers exhibitions, cinema, theatre & dance, classical and contemporary music, talks, tours, and immersive experiences across a single campus in London.

Target Customer

{"General public","Schools & colleges","Young people (e.g., Young Barbican; Young Creatives; Young Poets; Young Film Programmers)","Patrons and donors","Businesses and partners"}

Key Differentiator

A single, purpose-built arts complex (Barbican) that combines a wide range of disciplines under one venue, including Barbican Immersive exhibitions and in-house spaces for cinema, theatre, music, architecture tours, and learning programs, all in a Brutalist building with a broad public-access offering.

Implementation Timeline

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Pain Points

1Need for a centralized venue offering multidisciplinary arts and learning experiences in one place
2Need for accessible facilities and programming for diverse audiences
3Need for planning, booking, and attending varied events (art, cinema, music, talks) with integrated information and accessibility options

Key Features

1Multidisciplinary programming across art & design, cinema, classical and contemporary music, theatre & dance, talks & events, architecture tours, and learning initiatives
2Immersive exhibitions and exhibition hires (Barbican Immersive)
3Educational programs and engagement for schools, colleges, and youth (e.g., Young Barbican, Young Creatives, Young Poets, Young Film Programmers)
4Accessible facilities and support (Access Scheme, accessible guides, audio-described tours, BSL tours)
5Ticketing, memberships, and donations; event calendars and planning resources

Target Customer Industries

Client Results

1Inspiration and engagement with the arts for a broad audience
2Access to high-profile and diverse arts programming and immersive experiences
3Educational opportunities and youth participation in arts and learning

Competitive Advantages

1Broad, multidisciplinary programming in a single venue
2Barbican Immersive exhibitions and Exhibition hire capabilities
3Architectural and contextual uniqueness (Brutalist building; architecture tours)
4Integrated accessibility options and inclusive programming
5Support from the City of London Corporation as founder/funder

Key Benefits

1Access to diverse arts programming and experiences in one place

2Opportunities for education and youth involvement

3Inclusive access and tours for diverse audiences

4Premium exhibition and immersive experiences (Barbican Immersive)

5Membership, events, and partnership opportunities

Additional Product Information

Product Description

A multi-arts venue in London offering exhibitions, cinema, theatre & dance, music, talks, and learning programs, including immersive experiences and exhibition hires.

Target Market

General public; schools & colleges; young people; patrons/donors; business partners

Unique Value Proposition

A single, centralized Barbican campus delivering a wide spectrum of arts, education, and immersive experiences, backed by public funding and a robust learning and community engagement program.

Technical Requirements

N/A

Pricing Model

Ticket sales, commercial activities and fundraising form more than 60% of Barbican Centre's income; donations encouraged

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