Anaiis and Tayo Rapoport curate live performance at Barbican
The cultural landscape of London is buzzing with anticipation as the Barbican Centre prepares to host a deeply significant artistic event. The renowned institution has announced that celebrated London-based artist and filmmaker, Tayo Rapoport, will be curating the production of devotion.
This performance holds a particular resonance, as it is slated to be the final work to take place within the historic Barbican Conservatory. It marks a poignant moment, bridging the existing beauty of the space with its future plans for renewal.
The timing of the performance is intrinsically linked to the institution’s ambitious upcoming project. devotion will serve as a capstone event before the Barbican Conservatory embarks on a major three-year restoration, scheduled to begin in early 2027.
By positioning this performance as the final spectacle in the Conservatory, the Barbican is creating a memorable moment that honors the space while building excitement for its future. It offers audiences a chance to experience a piece of art within a space that is on the cusp of transformation.
Tayo Rapoport’s curatorial vision promises an experience that is both deeply artistic and deeply timely. It is more than just a performance; it is a reflective farewell and a vibrant look toward the future of the Barbican and its unique architectural gem.