One woman stood up dancing but the person behind was unable to see. Nobody else was, they were all happy to sit and watch the show. She didn't care, we tried to get the security but either they didn't see us or couldn't be bothered. I don't think i will be back. We spoke to a security guard after and he said this complaint was a regular thing. Something should be done to stop it. She spoilt the experience for some but didn't care at all.

We came here for the ABC concert and sent that this was a great venue. The queues for the bars and toilets get a bit long at the interval but this is a problem in all of this type of building. Sound was excellent but felt it was strange that people, other than a few, didn’t get up to dance. This was an 80’s pop band, although now with a full orchestra, but dancing was always the intention to it. I had the same experience when I saw Holly Johnson in Birmingham which I thought was odd then. Nothing to do with the venue, really close to where we stayed and a very secure car park across the road. Would definitely come again.

Rick Wakeman was excellent. An initial set of selected "YES" songs, shorter than the subsequent one hour long full rendition of "Journey to the Centre of the Earth" was well presented by excellent musicians and vocalists extending the NINE stage members, including Rick's son, also on keyboards. THe venue is however somewhat dated, with carpeting in need of replacement and seating in need of a full overhaul. Quite who set out the ergonomics of the seating with little or no legroom should look at themselves. For what was an "older" audience in the main, you need more room in your latter years and to sit for two hours folded up in an uncomfotable position. Please rectify!

We went to see the Rock Orchestra Tuesday 27th Feb. Fabulous show and our daughter bought us VIP tickets for our Xmas present . The reception staff were great showed us round and we had access to the bar; well looked after by the lady behind the bar that night so sorry I didn’t get her name. I think it was Angela that showed us to our seats she was fab and I even got an escort to the loo and felt very looked after! I guess the only downer was the twerp at the end of the show who literally 3 seconds after I emerged from the loo to find my hubby waiting .. approached and said “ you waiting for anyone?” We said no so he very officiously said well we’re closed you need to leave. I have York based local business in hospitality I wouldn’t employ someone like that .. it put a black splodge on an other wise great experience. Won’t stop us going to the Barbican again but I won’t be meekly putting up with that next time. Let’s not let that spoil a well deserved review.

Thought we would make an evening of it. Looked online and thought the restaurant looked okay. However, and if your not a local watch out for checking the barbican york restaurant which I now realise isn't york barbican ,my fault. York barbican is well presented with nice staff, but crisps and bags of sweets is their lot, along with a few cheap chairs and no tables. Let in late whilst some poor people were standing waiting in the rain. Show was excellent though the seats were small. They need to look toward better pre-show facilities, like many other venues around...

We went to see Riverdance, and the show was amazing. However, my review is to compliment staff who helped in the event of a last minute disability which could have ruined our day. I am a carer for my disabled husband and could have helped him, so did not book disabled seats. However 2 days before I sustained a fractured patella and had to wear a full leg brace. When we arrived (my Husband with a walking frame and me on crutches) help was immediately sent for. They relocated our seats to the front row, stored our equipment and fetched drinks to us. In fact, they were amazing. They have an ethos of being accessible, however they were unaware of our problems until we arrived and this help was unsolicited and unexpected. Truly outstanding care and attention, thank you!

We visited the Barbican last Monday evening to see the comedian, John Bishop, and both the show and the venue were excellent! We were impressed by how well organised and seamless everything was from the outset despite it being extremely busy (with a vast amount of people). It was hectic but the staff were incredibly efficient. Some people seemed irritated by the security checks - expect to get your bags checked etc. Personally I am pleased they do this given the potential for harm. It doesn't take long but probably best to allow a few extra minutes if you are going. Well worth getting the upgrade to the VIP lounge area because you are guaranteed to be served quicker when getting your refreshments in the intermission. Well done to the lady who tended the bar (on her own) and managed to serve everyone so quickly and efficiently and kept smiling throughout! Overall, a wonderful evening at a wonderful venue.

David Essex 17th September 2024. Staff respectfully checked our handbags and scanned each person back and front. Found our seats and waited for the support act, which was really good. David Essex was his usual wonderful self with a fab performance. We saw him at the stage door afterwards where he very kindly signed everything that was asked of him. A wonderful, enjoyable evening, big thank you to everyone involved in last night's performances.

Peter hook and the light, fantastic! Went for the gateway vip experience, first time, absolutely brilliant and well worth the money! Very well looked after from start to finish! Many thanks to the nice young lady in the VIP bar,we discussed cats and fontaines DC!👍 professional and very pleasant! And to the young lady who hosted,said thanks on exiting and will be back for the snooker!😁all the staff, selfie taker near the merch😁 absolutely brilliant all of it! Smiling 57yearold barbican fan!👍👍x

Travelled from Scotland to see the Fisherman’s Friends. Utterly amazing. Venue itself is lovely, great acoustics and plenty staff to assist. Bar was astronomical however and my biggest beef was having to buy three tickets when we only needed two. There was no option on the booking to allow only two tix (we had the last row of three seats). I only found that out on arrival at the gig. Pretty fun-to-the-head sales technique that would make TicketMaster squirm…