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Carla dal Forno + Guests
Thu, 1 October
Carla dal Forno is an Australian composer, songwriter and producer based in Castlemaine, Victoria. Working between post-punk minimalism, experimental pop and atmospheric electronics, she has built a dedicated international following through a series of acclaimed releases and extensive touring across Europe and North America. Support from Guests.
White Flowers
Fri, 2 October
White Flowers is Katie Drew and Joey Cobb. Following the announcement of their debut album
Dreams For Somebody Else
out via State51 Conspiracy in May, we are pleased to announce a headline show this autumn. Support from Powders.
In the Round: Gilla Band (SOLD OUT)
Thu, 8 October
For over ten years now, the Dublin quartet have been redefining what you could loosely call “rock music” in the 21st century, influencing a wide swath of similarly forward-thinking guitar acts along the way.
In the Round: Issy Wood
Sat, 10 October
A very rare performance from acclaimed artist Issy Wood, who lives and works in London. Her music explores the states of her inner and outer emotional world in a vulnerable yet playful manner, laid out through confessional lyrics encapsulated within lo-fi pop and synthesizers. Support from Keeper.
In the Round: L'Rain
Wed, 14 October
The musical project of multi-instrumentalist, composer and curator Taja Cheek – one of the most vital and adventurous voices for this warped contemporary moment.
In the Round: Alabaster DePlume – Both Sides
16 – 17 October 2026
London-based saxophonist, singer, composer and poet Alabaster DePlume brings a special residency to the ICA, with a fresh band each night.
Throbbing Gristle: TG50
Sun, 18 October
A day of films, talks and music marking 50 years of Throbbing Gristle, celebrating the band’s enduring influence and bringing fans together to share stories and reflect on what the band means to them.
Throbbing Gristle – Heathen Earth
Screening
Sun, 18 October
A one-off screening of
Heathen Earth
, Throbbing Gristle’s 1980 recording, filmed in a single take on 16 February at Industrial Records Studios, Martello Street, London.
Chris Carter and Cosey Fanni Tutti of Throbbing Gristle in conversation with Luke Turner
Sun, 18 October
Chris Carter and Cosey Fanni Tutti of Throbbing Gristle in conversation with Luke Turner, editor of The Quietus.
Throbbing Gristle – Live at Kezar Pavilion
Screening
Sun, 18 October
A one-off screening of Throbbing Gristle's final live performance before the mission was terminated in 1981.
In the Round: HYD
Mon, 19 October
Critically acclaimed artist HYD creates dynamic, seductive pop that blends experimental sound with striking visual worlds. They perform as part of our In the Round series, using the venue's 360° Soundsystem, d&b Soundscape.
In the Round: Tara Clerkin Trio (SOLD OUT)
20 – 21 October 2026
Tara Clerkin Trio perform a two night residency as part of our In the Round series in October.
In the Round: PVA
Fri, 23 October
London genre-defying trio, PVA, join our October In the Round series, presenting a special performance of
A Dream Like This
, their new EP, reimagined with cello and harp. Support from Rosemary Moss.
In the Round: Broadside Hacks Takeover ft. Brown Wimpenny, Sam Grassie, Myer U Clark, Spitzer Space Telescope.
Sat, 24 October
Following last year’s In the Round show with Milkweed, we’re teaming up with Broadside Hacks again, headlined by 11-piece folk ensemble Brown Wimpenny, with Sam Grassie, Myer U Clark, and Spitzer Space Telescope.
In the Round: Shane Parish - 'Autechre Guitar'
Sun, 25 October
American performer and composer Shane Parish presents an intimate in-the-round performance of his new album
Autechre Guitar
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In the Round: Duet Emmo
Tue, 27 October
Not many bands leave it 45 years after forming to make their live debut, but Duet Emmo aren't your usual band! The sole collaboration between The Normal’s Daniel Miller, and Wire’s Edvard Graham Lewis and B.C. Gilbert – Duet Emmo will perform their world premiere performance together, nearly 45 years after they first assembled in Blackwing Studio in London to record
Or So It Seems
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In the Round: WACK × lovemusic
Thu, 29 October
Acclaimed Strasbourg-based music collective lovemusic join with experimental composer-performers Jennifer Walshe and Neil Luck (aka WACK) for two UK premieres. Co-presented with Nonclassical.
In the Round: Discovery Zone
Fri, 30 October
Discovery Zone is the experimental pop project of New York musician and multimedia artist JJ Weihl. On stage, Discovery Zone explores a widescreen pop sound speckled with luminous vocal performances and baroque instrumental flourishes.
Circuit des Yeux feat. Alan Sparhawk presents Nosferatu (1922)
Sat, 31 October
Horror cinema’s foundational text, this iconic classic of silent-era expressionism will be taken to a new, otherworldly realm with a hypnotic and haunting original live score by acclaimed musician Circuit des Yeux, accompanied by Alan Sparhawk of Duluth indie legends Low.
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