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Bradford Arts

Bradford is the world's first UNESCO City of Film. The title was awarded because of the city’s rich film heritage, its inspirational movie locations and its many celebrations of the moving image through the National Media Museum and the city’s annual film festivals.  

Bradford has a flourishing arts scene...fascinating exhibitions...energetic theatres...compelling events...plus stacks of live music to keep you enthralled.

We're proud of our cultural heritage. This city was the birthplace of the famous artist David Hockney, and you can thrill to over 400 of his works at Salts Mill.

Bradford District is home to some of the most exciting museums and galleries in Yorkshire. From the Baroque splendour of Cartwright Hall Art Gallery to the intimacy of Ilkley's Manor House Museum and Art Gallery, there is always something new to do or see.

Bollywood Bradford and Beyond

17th May - 24th August, Bradford 1 Gallery

Tom Wood exhibition National Media Museum

Tom Wood Photographs 1973 - 2013

8th March - 16th June 2013, National Media Museum

100 Years of Indian cinema

Bollywood Icons: 100 Years of Indian Cinema

8th March - 16th June at the National Media Museum

Bradford Art Galleries

Cartwright Hall Art Gallery

Cartwright Hall

Visit Bradford's civic art gallery, home to four pernament galleries along with temporary exhibitions and events. 

 
 

National Media Museum

National Media Museum

The National Media Museum has lots of exhibitions and events as well as three film festivals. 

 
 

Impressions Gallery

Impressions Gallery

Impressions Gallery is one of the UK's leading photography galleries and has an exciting programme of exhibitions.

 
 

All Bradford Art Galleries

South Square

There are lots of galleries in Bradford including South Square and Gallery II at the University.

 
 

Salts Mill

Inside Salts Mill

Salts Mill is home to one of the largest pernament collections of David Hockney's work as well as shops, cafes and restaurants.

 
 

Exhibitions and Events

Exhibitions

See our full listings of exhibitions and events at Bradford art galleries and museums.

 
 
 

Theatre and Live Performance

Bradford Theatres

St Georges Hall

Bradford has several theatres including the popular Alhambra Theatre, St George's Hall and Theatre in the Mill.

 
 

Live Music

Gig

See our listings of gigs and concerts in Bradford district. From folk to classical to rock, there's something for everyone. 

 
 

Comedy

Jimmy Carr

St George's Hall regularly attracts the biggest names in comedy.  See our comedy listings for the latest shows.

 
 
 

What's on at the Alhambra Theatre

dateevent
Mon 20 - Sat 25 MaySoul Sister at Alhambra Theatre
Mon 27 May - Sat 1 JunDerren Brown Live 2013 at Alhambra Theatre
Tue 4 - Sun 9 JunSleeping Beauty on Ice at Alhambra Theatre
Tue 25 - Wed 26 Jun Nickelodeon's Dora The Explorer Live! at Alhambra Theatre
Tue 2 - Sat 6 JulGo Back For Murder at Alhambra Theatre
Tue 9 - Sat 13 JulRising Damp at Alhambra Theatre
Mon 15 - Sat 20 JulDreamcoats and Petticoats at Alhambra Theatre
Mon 22 JulMomentous Musicals starring Gareth Gates at Alhambra Theatre
Wed 24 - Sat 27 JulGrandpa in my Pocket - Teamwork! at Alhambra Theatre
Fri 9 - Fri 23 AugMurder Mysery Dinner at Alhambra Theatre
Wed 14 - Thu 22 AugFawlty Towers - Laughlines Dinner at Alhambra Theatre
Tue 10 - Sat 14 SepNew Jersey Nights at Alhambra Theatre
Mon 16 - Sat 21 SepThe Rocky Horror Show at Alhambra Theatre
Mon 7 - Sat 12 OctPriscilla Queen of the Desert - The Musical at Alhambra Theatre
Tue 15 - Wed 16 OctCedar Lake Contemporary Ballet at Alhambra Theatre
Fri 18 - Sat 19 OctBill Bailey Qualmpeddlar at Alhambra Theatre
Wed 23 - Sun 27 OctSlava's Snowshow at Alhambra Theatre
Tue 5 - Sat 9 NovTo Sir With Love at Alhambra Theatre
Wed 13 - Sat 16 NovNorthern Ballet's A Christmas Carol at Alhambra Theatre
Wed 20 - Sat 23 NovThe Producers at Alhambra Theatre
Mon 25 - Sat 30 NovA Passionate Woman at Alhambra Theatre
Tue 3 - Sat 7 DecJoseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat at Alhambra Theatre
Sat 14 Dec - Sun 26 JanAladdin at Alhambra Theatre
Tue 25 Feb - Sat 1 MarFiddler On The Roof at Alhambra Theatre

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