Bradford Heritage Festival - Bradford Playhouse Guided Tour

Step inside our historic Art Deco building and uncover its story from the 1920s through to today. Youll hear about the influence of Bradford-born writer J. B. Priestley and his belief in theatre that reflects real lives and communities.
Well also explore the legacy of Esm Church, a pioneering director, actor and teacher who led the Bradford Civic Playhouse and helped establish professional theatre training in the North.
Youll get a look around the auditorium, studio spaces, and some of the behind-the-scenes areas that keep everything running.