Barber Institute of Fine Arts Events

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Fri 4th October

A headshot of Ariel Lanyi, stood in front of a piano Barber Lunchtime Concert: Ariel Lanyi
1pm - 1:50pm
Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
Barber Lunchtime Concerts are free Friday concerts, open to all. Today we welcome award-winning, Young Classical Artist Trust pianist Ariel Lanyi. No need to book - just come along to enjoy a break in your day.

Mon 7th October

Yoga mats in a gallery space Yoga in the Galleries
12:45pm - 1:15pm
Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Need some calm from the busyness of Uni life? Take a moment to slow down and reconnect with your breath and body, and join us for a relaxed, bite-sized yoga session in the galleries, surrounded by the beautiful art collection. Booking essential.

Fri 11th October

A headshot of Timothy Ridout, stood holding a viola Barber Lunchtime Concert: Timothy Ridout and Jonathan Ware
1pm - 1:50pm
Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
Barber Lunchtime Concerts are free Friday concerts, open to all. Today we welcome BBC New Generation Artist and Borletti-Buitoni Trust fellow, Timothy Ridout and pianist Jonathan Ware. No need to book - just come along to enjoy a break in your day.

Sat 12th October

A cartoon astronaut walks across the moon Barber Concerts: Groove onto the Moon!
11am - noon
Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
Strap in and prepare to blast off on a cosmic adventure like no other as you venture into the thrilling musical experience of Groove onto the Moon! This interactive concert is designed for ages 3-7 and their grown-up crew.
A cartoon astronaut walks across the moon Barber Concerts: Groove onto the Moon!
2pm - 3pm
Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
Strap in and prepare to blast off on a cosmic adventure like no other as you venture into the thrilling musical experience of Groove onto the Moon! This interactive concert is designed for ages 3-7 and their grown-up crew.

Sun 13th October

A top down view shows hands holding cardboard and craft items Barber Family with Natalie Zervou-Kerruish
11am - 2pm
Foyer and Project Space, Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Explore sculpture making, using the senses, particularly smell alongside artist, Natalie Zervou-Kerruish. Perfect for 4–10-year-olds and their grown ups, there's no need to book for these free, drop-in activities.

Wed 16th October

Man with recording device in natural landscape Sensory Soundscapes: Exploring Campus with Wildforms
2pm - 4:30pm
Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Explore and capture the unique sounds of the University of Birmingham campus with sound artist Dan Cippico, also known as Wildforms. Get ready to engage your senses in a new and exciting way, inspired by our new exhibition. £3, booking essential.

Thu 17th October

A toddler dances to a musician playing a violin Barber Baby Musical Picnics
11am - noon
Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Experience the magic of live music in the galleries every third Thursday of the month. Ideal for ages 0-4 and their grown-ups, enjoy a varied mix of performers, styles and instruments. No need to book - just turn up!

Fri 18th October

A headshot of Marie-Christine Zupancic, playing the flute Barber Lunchtime Concert: Marie-Christine Zupancic and Daniel Browell
1pm - 1:50pm
Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
Barber Lunchtime Concerts are free Friday concerts, open to all. Today we welcome Marie-Christine Zupancic, Section Leader Flute of the renowned City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra. No need to book - just come along to enjoy a break in your day.

Tue 22nd October

Two students crafting at a table Drop in and draw
1:15pm - 1:45pm
The Barber Institute Foyer and Galleries
Why not take a lunchtime break from study and find a space to reconnect with your creative side? Join us for a relaxed drawing exploration of the Barber. Take notice, look deeper and learn new drawing techniques. No booking necessary, just drop in.

Fri 25th October

A headshot of James Atkinson Barber Lunchtime Concert: James Atkinson and Hamish Brown
1pm - 1:50pm
Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
Barber Lunchtime Concerts are free Friday concerts, open to all. Today we welcome BBC New Generation Artist, baritone James Atkinson, and pianist Hamish Brown. No need to book - just come along to enjoy a break in your day.

Tue 29th October

A child's hand draws with a wax crayon on a piece of paper Barber Family: Frottage Fun
11am - 2pm
Foyer and Galleries, Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Explore the varied botanical textures, forms and shapes through the fun medium of frottage! Frottage is the art of taking pencil and wax rubbings. Ideal for ages 4-10 & their grown-ups. No need to book - just turn up!

Thu 31st October

A close up of a face drawn in red and blue lines Experimental Drawing
1pm - 3pm
Project Space and Galleries, Barber Institute of Fine Arts
“What is a drawing?” Think you know? Think again! Discover and explore a range of experimental drawing techniques that will change the way you make art, forever! Ideal for ages 11-16. Tickets for young people cost £3.

Mon 4th November

Yoga mats in a gallery space Yoga in the Galleries
12:45pm - 1:15pm
Need some calm from the busyness of Uni life? Take a moment to slow down and reconnect with your breath and body, and join us for a relaxed, bite-sized yoga session in the galleries, surrounded by the beautiful art collection. Booking essential.

Sat 9th November

A close up of colouring pencils Barber Family with Saranjit Birdi
11am - 2pm
Foyer and Project Space, Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Explore the sense of touch through foot-drawing and watercolour painting to music with artist Saranjit Birdi. Perfect for 4–10-year-olds & their grown-ups, there's no need to book for these free, drop-in activities.

Tue 19th November

Two students crafting at a table Drop in and draw
1:15pm - 1:45pm
The Barber Institute Foyer and Galleries
Why not take a lunchtime break from study and find a space to reconnect with your creative side? Join us for a relaxed drawing exploration of the Barber. Take notice, look deeper and learn new drawing techniques. No booking necessary, just drop in.

Thu 21st November

A toddler dances to a musician playing a violin Barber Baby Musical Picnics
11am - noon
Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Experience the magic of live music in the galleries every third Thursday of the month. Ideal for ages 0-4 and their grown-ups, enjoy a varied mix of performers, styles and instruments. No need to book - just turn up!

Mon 2nd December

Yoga mats in a gallery space Yoga in the Galleries
12:45pm - 1:15pm
Need some calm from the busyness of Uni life? Take a moment to slow down and reconnect with your breath and body, and join us for a relaxed, bite-sized yoga session in the galleries, surrounded by the beautiful art collection. Booking essential.

Sat 14th December

A small child colours in at a busy table Barber Family with Naoibh McNamee
11am - 2pm
Foyer and Project Space, Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Embark on an otherworldly expedition with costume and performance artist, Naoibh McNamee. Perfect for 4–10-year-olds and their grown-ups, there's no need to book for these free, drop-in activities.

Thu 19th December

A toddler dances to a musician playing a violin Barber Baby Musical Picnics
11am - noon
Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Experience the magic of live music in the galleries every third Thursday of the month. Ideal for ages 0-4 and their grown-ups, enjoy a varied mix of performers, styles and instruments. No need to book - just turn up!

Sat 11th January

Colouring pencils seen close up Barber Family with Michael D. Kennedy
11am - 2pm
Foyer and Project Space, Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Explore a variety of overlooked Pre-Raphaelite-era occupations and their distinct odours. Perfect for 4–10-year-olds and their grown ups, there's no need to book for these free, drop-in activities.

Thu 16th January

A toddler dances to a musician playing a violin Barber Baby Musical Picnics
11am - noon
Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Experience the magic of live music in the galleries every third Thursday of the month. Ideal for ages 0-4 and their grown-ups, enjoy a varied mix of performers, styles and instruments. No need to book - just turn up!

Tue 21st January

Two students crafting at a table Drop in and draw
1:15pm - 1:45pm
The Barber Institute Foyer and Galleries
Why not take a lunchtime break from study and find a space to reconnect with your creative side? Join us for a relaxed drawing exploration of the Barber. Take notice, look deeper and learn new drawing techniques. No booking necessary, just drop in.
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