Bradford Arts Centre

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Bradford Arts Centre

Bank House, 41 Bank St, Bradford, BD1 1RD
01274303340
  • Monday9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Tuesday9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Wednesday9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Thursday9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Friday9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Saturday10:00am - 2:00pm

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

Architects' visualisation of Bradford Arts Centre
Architects' visualisation of Bradford Arts Centre.
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Fresh from a £7.9 million transformation, Bradford Arts Centre (formerly known as Kala Sangam) reopens this October as a vibrant creative hub in the heart of the city. Housed in the beautifully restored Grade II-listed former General Post Office, the venue now boasts a 170-seat theatre, five purpose-built rehearsal studios, meeting rooms, conference facilities and a welcoming new Sangam Lounge – a nod to its heritage.

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Artists left to right: ‘Bring It Back’ by Natalie Davies, Nina Rajarani, ‘Sunny Side’ by Northern Rascals, Jaivant Patel, Joss Arnott Dance and ‘Free’ by Akeim Toussaint Buck.

This landmark redevelopment arrives just in time for Bradford’s year as UK City of Culture 2025, and promises a programme that celebrates the city’s creativity and diversity. Expect premieres from acclaimed companies such as Jaivant Patel Company, Mobius Dance and Natalie Davies, alongside artist development schemes, community workshops and opportunities to simply pop in, meet friends and explore the building.

With a unique model offering over 650 days of free rehearsal space each year, Bradford Arts Centre is fast becoming one of the North’s most exciting homes for performance, connection and cultural exchange.

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