About
What to expect
Music, and jazz in particular, runs through Haruki Murakami's writing and life.
For this show, audiences step into a Japanese listening club for one day only.
Three established bands from Japan play reinterpreted classics and original compositions.
The show also includes spoken word, a unique stage design and newly-commissioned visuals.
- Japanese listening club for one day only
- Junko Onishi Trio and Sachi Hayasaka Quartet
- Peter Cat: his Tokyo jazz club, 1974–1981
- Spoken word, stage design, commissioned visuals
- Murakami will not appear in person
Line-up
Questions
When does Haruki Murakami’s Jazz at Peter Cat start and end?
Haruki Murakami’s Jazz at Peter Cat runs Saturday, 21 November 2026, 16:30 until 19:00.
Where is Haruki Murakami’s Jazz at Peter Cat?
Haruki Murakami’s Jazz at Peter Cat takes place at Barbican Centre, Silk St, London.
How much are tickets for Haruki Murakami’s Jazz at Peter Cat?
Tickets for Haruki Murakami’s Jazz at Peter Cat cost £37.39 on the official ticket shop.
Who plays at Haruki Murakami’s Jazz at Peter Cat?
The line-up of Haruki Murakami’s Jazz at Peter Cat: Junko Onishi Trio, Sachi Hayasaka Quartet, Yoshio Suzuki’s The Blend.
Will Haruki Murakami be there?
No. Haruki Murakami will not appear in the show in person.
He has given his blessing for it to take place.
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Getting there
Barbican Centre, Silk St, EC2Y 8DS London, England, GB
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