He's been hailed by some as the world's most gifted guitarist and has enthralled musos and novices alike in concert halls all around the world with his innovative technique. Tonight Preston Reed returns to the B Bar in the Barbican Theatre to play before a tiny audience of about 60 lucky punters.

The Barbican Theatre recorded a bumper year last year, with its work reaching 38,000 people at the venue and throughout Devon and Cornwall. "More and more people are enjoying cultural activities and getting involved in learning new skills.