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Introduction 4. Auditorium 6.Bar 8. Studio
16. Technical Services
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Since 1929, the Bradford Playhouse has acted as the beating heart of Little Germany, a remarkably beautiful and historically central region of Bradford. We have two theatrical spaces, two bars and several rehearsal and meeting rooms which we can use to create the perfect formula for your event. We take great pride in the Playhouse being different from any other space. It's stylish, quirky, and intimate even within the largest spaces. Situated minutes from Bradford Interchange and Bradford Forster Square Stations, the Playhouse is well connected to the rest of the country.
Auditorium - 290 seats - Fully-equipped tech box for sound lighting, and projection - Scenic materials, staging and counterbalance flying by arrangement
The grandeur of our Main Auditorium, built in the “Art Deco” style of the 1930’s, provides an exceptional location for a diverse variety of events.
It has been the setting for many different Product Launches, Conferences and Seminars adding a theatricality and interest to its delegates. Backed with our in-house technical services workshop and catering, we have everything to make your event go off with a bang. When you combine our highly trained staff and the potential that our Auditorium offers, there is no limit to what you can do with this space.
Priestley Coffee Lounge and Bar The basement bar is where our busiest events take place. With a versatile space allowing for a dancefloor and a comfortable & relaxed sofa area.
- 300-standing capacity - Fully-stocked bar, with a wide range of specials. - Dancefloor - DJ equipment
- Gallery space - Built in music system
To complement your visit we have a built-in music system, as well as plenty of excellent projection points. Our dĂŠcor is shabby chic and reflects the very nature of our varied events programme, with an eclectic mix of vintage seating and great local beers and ale.
STUDIO@ Flexible theatre space
100 (standing)
70 (Theatre)
40 (raked)
Theatre sound & lighting
Natural light or blackout
Our Black Box Studio provides an intimate and creative space for all those looking for a blank canvas. With movable bank seating it joins flexibility and theatrically together.
The Studio combines well with our Main Bar amongst other spaces; offering alcoholic and non-alcoholic refreshments during intervals, or a laid back opportunity to offer a Q&A session after a show.
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Rehearsal Room 1 Historically the costume department, this space can be supplied with or without chairs and tables making it flexible for many uses. With easy access to the bar and Theatre it is often used in combination with other spaces. Either as further exhibition space, breakout for informal meetings, workshops and product demonstration space.
3 Dressing Rooms Convenient access to the entirety of the building, most Convenient and ergonomic access for props etc via Back Chapel Street
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Rehearsal Room 2
This popular rehearsal space sitting at the top of the Bradford Playhouse is flooded with light during the day due to the many windows on two sides and the skylights. The space is available to hire with or without chairs and tables as required.
3 Dressing Rooms Convenient access to the entirety of the building, most Convenient and ergonomic access for props etc via Back Chapel Street
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Burnel Rooms
The Burnel Rooms is our alternative part underground club, part Parisian Jazz CafĂŠ, part speakeasy artistic , situated within its very own venue space at the Bradford Playhouse. The Burnel Rooms is a satellite space, featuring its own entrance, bar, chill out rooms and 100 capacity space. The space is a blank canvas for artists and companies to put their own stamp on and create the atmosphere required for their individual needs and events. Currently used by Visual Artists, renowned musicians and Immersive Theatre Practitioners from around the world. Hosting events like the Threadfest festival which sees over 30 bands and artists taking over the entire building over a three day period.
Technical Creating just about anything Playhouse technical services are able to provide a range of services and to ensure your event runs smoothly, including planning, preparation, operation and packing away. We can arrange any extra and specialist equipment you may require and ensure it is collected safely and securely by the hirer. We love to combine our technical expertise with our clients’ skills, helping to bring your event to fruition All technical services are provided by arrangement — contact us to discuss your requirements and we will be happy to help. Most of our spaces are provided with inclusive equipment tailored to the typical needs of events and hirers, and full details are included in the technical specification.
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Catering We have a small kitchen from which we can create buffets and lunches. We use the best of Yorkshire ingredients and suppliers from across the region. We can also recommend some fantastic local caterers
Backstage With three dedicated dressing rooms linking to our Main Auditorium alongside many hidden nooks and crannies we can offer a great for a variety of breakout and filming opportunities,
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Address:
Bradford Playhouse 4-12 Chapel Street Little Germany Bradford BD1 5DL
Phone: 01274 800 415 Email: hire@bradfordplayhouse.org.uk