Barbara Hannigan

About

Barbara Hannigan is a Canadian soprano and conductor known for her deep commitment to contemporary music. She has given world premieres of numerous works and collaborated closely with many living composers. Hannigan often conducts and sings at the same time, a rare combination she has made her own.

Recent shows

Mar 28, 2026 Bijou Theatre, Knoxville (US)
Mar 27, 2026 Bijou Theatre, Knoxville (US)
Jan 18, 2026 Konserthuset, Gothenburg (SE)

Upcoming · 2

Myths and Mysteries with Barbara Hannigan — Göteborgs Konserthus, Gothenburg

concert19:00

Wed 4.11. 19:00 Göteborgs Konserthus, Gothenburg

Myths and Mysteries with Barbara Hannigan

Barbara Hannigan performs Ligeti's "Mysteries of the Macabre" alongside works by Liadov, Vivier, and Bartók. A theatrical concert about the end of the world, mysteries, and human passion.

concert Classical

In Schönberg's Footsteps — Göteborgs Konserthus, Gothenburg

concert18:00

Sun 8.11. 18:00 Göteborgs Konserthus, Gothenburg

In Schönberg's Footsteps

Barbara Hannigan leads a programme exploring Arnold Schönberg and his contemporaries, featuring works by Schönberg, Hindemith, Schreker, and the Khayam sisters.