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Bradford Arts Centre is a performance space, meeting place and creative home that spotlights the city’s brilliant culture, set in the historic heart of Bradford city centre.

We’re here for everyone. Whether you’re taking time out, exploring your creativity, developing new work, or seeing exceptional South Asian dance and contemporary performance — this is your space.

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Events

Saturday, 5th September 2026 - Saturday, 5th September 2026

A picture of comedian Alex DunlopSetlist Comedy NightJoin us at Bradford Arts Centre for a high-energy night of professional stand-up comedy and surprise acts.
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Saturday, 12th September 2026 - Saturday, 12th September 2026

A picture of musicians Sanju Sahai, Damian Heron, Jesse Bannister, Tofail Ahmed and dancer Jaymini SahaiAradhana Arts: Sangeet YatraA captivating journey of classical Indian music and heritage at Bradford Arts Centre.
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Wednesday, 23rd September 2026 - Wednesday, 23rd September 2026

Two dancers on a stage. One is holding the other upside downDivija Melally & Saili Katebe: One Foot in the Dark Double BillA powerful double bill of contemporary dance and spoken word exploring identity, culture and change at Bradford Arts Centre.
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Saturday, 3rd October 2026 - Saturday, 3rd October 2026

An audience enjoying a showPahari-Pothwari MushairaJoin us at Bradford Arts Centre for an evening dedicated to literature in Pahari-Pothwari, the invisible mother tongue of around 60% of British Pakistanis.
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Thursday, 8th October 2026 - Thursday, 8th October 2026

Two performers in traditional Kathakali costumes and make upThe Kala Chethena Kathakali Company: Kathakali UK Tour 2026Experience the magic of Kathakali at Bradford Arts Centre. Witness world-class makeup, vibrant costumes, and powerful storytelling in this stunning 2026 UK tour.
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Friday, 16th October 2026 - Friday, 16th October 2026

A group of musicians sitting performing on a stageAnirudh Varma Collective – Classical Quintet feat. Supriya NagarajanJoin us at Bradford Arts Centre to experience the Anirudh Varma Collective. A unique blend of Indian classical and contemporary sounds.
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Thursday, 12th November 2026 - Thursday, 12th November 2026

Three dancers in motion on a stageAKDC Studio - BIRDFollowing the award-winning success of the dance film Catch The Bird Who Won’t Fly, Amina Khayyam Dance Company brings the stage sequel, BIRD, to Bradford Arts Centre.
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Tuesday, 17th November 2026 - Wednesday, 18th November 2026

Bradford Opera Festival: The Marriage of FigaroBradford Opera Festival: The Marriage of FigaroJoin the Bradford Opera Festival for The Marriage of Figaro at Bradford Arts Centre. Enjoy a fresh, hilarious translation by Ian McMillan.
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Saturday, 28th November 2026 - Saturday, 28th November 2026

A performer dressed as a strange, dragon-like creatureAnthony Lo Giudice: Se Gæst | The GuestJoin us at Bradford Arts Centre for Se Gæst |The Guest, a work which examines who we are, where we come from, and where we are going as a group of people who currently call England home today.
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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Changing Places
  • Disabled access - The building offers step-free access throughout, with lift access to all floors
  • Disabled toilets

Catering

  • On-site catering
  • On-site light refreshments

Children

  • Baby changing facilities

Groups

  • Education/study area
  • Facilities for educational visits
  • Facilities for groups

Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities

  • Facilities for conferencing
  • Facilities for corporate hospitality

Parking

  • Accessible Parking - Disabled parking is available for Blue Badge holders
  • Parking with charge - The nearest, secure car park is at the Broadway Shopping Centre, Hall Ings, Bradford BD1 1JR

Property Facilities

  • Public toilets

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties accepted

Map & Directions

Road Directions

By Road:From M62, take Junction 26 and join the M606, continue on M606 to the A6177 junction, take the A6177 (Bradford Ring Road, signposted Harrogate/Leeds) and follow for approx 1 mile, passing the ASDA Superstore on the left. At the roundabout, take first exit onto A650 Wakefield Road following signs for City Centre. Continue for 1.6m going straight on at the roundabouts towards the City Centre. Go past the Leisure Exchange/Express by Holiday Inn on your left and straight through lights onto Shipley Airedale Road, then almost immediately take the first left into Peckover Street. At the end of Peckover Street turn left down Church Bank. Kala Sangam is through the arch to your right.Due to limited car parking spaces, the car park at St Peter's House is for disabled car parking / unloading equipment only. Alternative parking is available on street (metered) or at the nearby Leisure Exchange.Accessible by Public Transport: Bradford Forster Sq station is 0 miles away.

Bradford Arts Centre

Type:Arts Centre

St Peters House, 1 Forster Square, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4TY
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Awards

  • Other AwardsInvestors In People Investors In People 2020

Opening Times

* Opening Times: Monday to Friday: 9:00 – 17:00. Please note times may vary while we have classes and events on

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