Bradford artists
Brilliant Bradford artists are at the centre of our programme.
Bradford artists will be front and centre throughout 2025.
From film directors to visual artists, innovative young writers to electrifying new bands, we’re bringing the best of Bradford’s thriving arts scene to the world. And by supporting the creation of new work, our Artist-Led Project Awards and Creative Communities Fund Awards are already helping Bradford artists to reap the benefits of this amazing opportunity.
Homegrown talent
Meet some of the Bradford artists on our programme.
5 Jul 2025
Memories of the Future
Akram Khan with Helen Linsell
An ambitious dance work starring the people of Bradford.
Part of Bradford: A City of Film
Dates to be announced
The Ceremony
Jack King
An award-winning debut feature set in Bradford.
FREE
17 Jan – 27 Apr 2025
Fighting to Be Heard
British Library
Boxing, calligraphy and the collections of the British Library.
Part of Loading Bay
21–31 May 2025
Public Interest
Common/Wealth
An urgent immersive show challenging the Criminal Justice System.
In stores from 27 Jun 2025
The Bradford Selection
Edible Archives
Take a bite out of Bradford with our magnificent biscuits.
Opening event
10 & 11 Jan 2025
RISE
Kirsty Housley & Steven Frayne (formerly known as Dynamo)
Believe your eyes – there’s magic in the Bradford air…
