This winter, the Royal Shakespeare Company returns to the Barbican with two extraordinary plays, The Buddha of Suburbia and A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Sainsbury's magazine teamed up with the Barbican to offer one reader the chance to win four tickets to the production of their choice plus a three-course dinner at Côte Barbican, 

Director Emma Rice brings her unique and joyful style to Hanif Kureishi’s award-winning 1990 novel, exploring family, friends, sex, theatre and, ultimately, belonging, in a critically acclaimed production of The Buddha of Suburbia, for a limited 4-week season from 22 October.

The smash-hit sell-out production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream stars Mathew Baynton (Ghosts, Horrible Histories) as Bottom. This hilarious production of Shakespeare’s captivating comedy will transport you from deepest midwinter to the most magical of midsummer nights.

Director Eleanor Rhode returns to the Royal Shakespeare Company with a joyous production that is magical, mischievous and full of wonder, playing from 3 December 2024 to 18 January 2025.

Book now for the RSC’s naughty, soulful and entertaining limited London season at the Barbican at barbican.org.uk.

Enjoy a pre-theatre dinner at Côte Barbican, a charming French brasserie located near the Barbican Centre. Offering an elegant Parisian dining experience in a vibrant city setting, Côte is the perfect choice for those seeking a memorable meal before a show. Escape into the flavours of France and enjoy the simple pleasures of good food, great company, and a glass of fine wine. To book a table at Côte Barbican please call 020 7628 5724 or email Barbican@cote.co.uk. 

For your chance to win this fabulous prize, please enter your details below before the closing date of 11.59pm on 22 October 2024.

Terms & Conditions: One reader will win four tickets to see either The Buddha of Suburbia or A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Barbican plus a 3-course meal from the Prix Fixe menu at Côte Barbican. Each guest will also receive either a glass of house wine, draft beer or a soft drink. The prize is valid for all Monday to Friday performances until 10 January 2025, subject to availability. Any additional expenses incurred are the responsibility of the winner. Travel not included. No cash alternative available to any elements of the prize pool.