What's on at Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
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Art in the Park, Lister Park
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Tue 1 Mar 2016 - Mon 1 Apr 2019
Type: Exhibition
Stroll around Lister Park to view sculpture and public artwork, some on loan by the artists, others from Bradford’s own collections. See Bingley based artist Marcus Levine’s steel clout nail sculpture ‘Hung Out to Dry&rsqu... Read more about Art in the Park, Lister Park
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The David Hockney Gallery at Cartwright Hall
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Fri 7 Jul 2017 - Sat 5 Jun 2027
Type: Exhibition
New for 2017 David Hockney was born in Bradford in 1937. In time to celebrate his 80th birthday in 2017 we have created a new permanent display of works by the internationally renowned artist at Cartwright Hall Art Gallery. The David Hockn... Read more about The David Hockney Gallery at Cartwright Hall
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100 Years of Bradford Painters
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Fri 7 Jul 2017 - Mon 8 Jul 2019
Type: Exhibition
Bradford was a very different place between 1850, when artist James Lobley was painting, compared to 1950 when a young David Hockney was training at Bradford School of Art. The textile industry had an enormous impact on the city and the pop... Read more about 100 Years of Bradford Painters
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David Hockney - 80 Short Films for his 80th Year
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Tue 27 Feb 2018 - Mon 1 Apr 2019
Type: Event
A specially edited film of Hockney by Bruno Wollheim is available to view in the David Hockney Gallery at Cartwright Hall. To whet your appetite here are three short films from DH-80: David Hockney - 80 Short Films for his 80th Year. The v... Read more about David Hockney - 80 Short Films for his 80th Year
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Calligraphy: a new addition to the permanent galleries
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Tue 17 Apr 2018 - Fri 17 Apr 2020
Type: Exhibition
A new case demonstrates the versatilty of Islamic Calligraphy and its use in cermonial and secular objects. Amongst others, the stunning objects include a blue Kashan Persian pot from 12th century Iran and an offical seal from the Court of ... Read more about Calligraphy: a new addition to the permanent galleries
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Rama and Sita Heads: new additions to the permanent galleries
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Tue 17 Apr 2018 - Fri 17 Apr 2020
Type: Exhibition
Rama and Sita are the hero and heroine of the Hindu epic the Ramayana. They are seen as the embodiment of virtue, courage and endurance. In fact, the Ramayana is often seen as providing the ethical and moral code for Hindus. Sculpted larger... Read more about Rama and Sita Heads: new additions to the permanent galleries
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Vote 100: Suffragettes and Propaganda
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Wed 18 Apr 2018 - Tue 4 Sep 2018
Type: Exhibition
2018 marks 100 years since Parliament passed a law which allowed some women, and all men, to vote for the first time: the 1918 Representation of the People Act. Throughout the year we are celebrating this important milestone in the UK's&nbs... Read more about Vote 100: Suffragettes and Propaganda
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New on display in the David Hockney Gallery: David (2017) by Catherine Opie
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Tue 3 Jul 2018 - Sun 7 Jul 2019
Type: Exhibition
David (2017) by Catherine Opie, photographic print, edition of 5, lent from private collection. Catherine Opie is considered one of the leading photographers of her generation and one of the foremost documntarians of American life. The lan... Read more about New on display in the David Hockney Gallery: David (2017) by Catherine Opie
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New in the David Hockney Gallery: My Parents (1977) by David Hockney
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Tue 3 Jul 2018 - Mon 17 Dec 2018
Type: Exhibition
My Parents (1977) by David Hockney Voted the nation's favourite painting in 2014 and recently returned to the UK from exhibition in New York, David Hockney's picture My Parents (1977) is making a special trip from Tate Britain to Bradford.... Read more about New in the David Hockney Gallery: My Parents (1977) by David Hockney
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Clangers, Bagpuss & Co.
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Sat 4 Aug 2018 - Sun 7 Oct 2018
Type: Exhibition
Come and meet Bagpuss, see the Soup Dragon and behold Noggin the Nog. Oliver Postgate's voice and Peter Firmin's puppets shaped the childhood memories of millions since they started collaborating in the 1950s. As well as telling the story o... Read more about Clangers, Bagpuss & Co.
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Creative Clangers: Art Workshop with Zareena Bano
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Thu 23 Aug 2018, 1 - 3pm
Type: Event
Come and make your very own Clanger with personalised outfit, Soup Dragon, Flying Froglet pebble friends or rockets. Feel free to dress up! Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Small donation o... Read more about Creative Clangers: Art Workshop with Zareena Bano
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The Making of the Music for Bagpuss: a morning presentation
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Wed 29 Aug 2018, 11am - 12pm
Type: Event
Join Sandra Kerr (aka Madeleine Remnant, the ragdoll in Bagpuss) as she gives an illustrated talk about working with Oliver Postgate on Bagpuss and how they created the songs, music and characters. Suitable for adults and children aged 10+... Read more about The Making of the Music for Bagpuss: a morning presentation
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Bagpuss: An Afternoon Concert of the Music, Songs and Stories
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Wed 29 Aug 2018, 2 - 3pm
Type: Event
Sandra Kerr creator of the evocative music from Bagpuss and the voice of Madeleine the rag doll, will sing and play some of the best-loved music from the children's animation classic. Join in and pretend to be mice on the mouse organ and '... Read more about Bagpuss: An Afternoon Concert of the Music, Songs and Stories
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Bagpuss in Harmony: Songs from the Shows and Beyond
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Wed 29 Aug 2018, 6 - 8pm
Type: Event
Sandra Kerr creator of the evocative music from Bagpuss and the voice of Madeleine the rag doll, is also a Choir Director. Enjoy an evening singing workshop of songs from Bagpuss and beyond with her. Suitable for ages 12+ Beginners ... Read more about Bagpuss in Harmony: Songs from the Shows and Beyond
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Summer Holiday Family Drop In: Calligraphy
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Thu 30 Aug 2018, 1 - 3pm
Type: Event
Search for the works of art on display incorporating calligraphy and have a go at forming letters of the Arabic alphabet using traditional writing tools. Free. Just drop in. A donation of £1 is welcome towards this event.... Read more about Summer Holiday Family Drop In: Calligraphy
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Puppets and Lanterns: Cecil Green Arts
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Fri 7 Sep 2018 - Sun 7 Apr 2019
Type: Exhibition
Cecil Green Arts creates visual street theatre in community settings, festivals and in the public realm. The company's larger than life creations have been a staple of many participatory events, including lantern parades and street performa... Read more about Puppets and Lanterns: Cecil Green Arts
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Cancelled - John Hockney Illustrated Talk: Hockney on Hockney
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Wed 26 Sep 2018, 6 - 8pm
Type: Event
Please note that this event has had to be cancelled. We apologise sincerely. All the way from Australia where he now lives, David Hockney's brother John will give an illustrated talk offering a unique perspective of his famou... Read more about Cancelled - John Hockney Illustrated Talk: Hockney on Hockney
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Responses to Art: David Hockney Gallery - iPad workshop
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Thu 4 Oct 2018, 10.30am - 3pm
Type: Event
David Hockney has always revelled in new ways of making art, and his use of ipads in landscape and portrait work has fascinated everyone who sees his exhibitions around the world. Naseem Darbey will lead this ipad workshop to show people ho... Read more about Responses to Art: David Hockney Gallery - iPad workshop
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John Loker In Conversation
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Sun 21 Oct 2018, 1 - 2pm
Type: Event
John Loker is a British abstract artist. He was part of a group of painters that included David Hockney, Norman Stevens and David Oxtoby who trained at Bradford School of Art in the 1950s. Although intending to train as a commercial sign wr... Read more about John Loker In Conversation
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The Big Draw Family Drop In: Play!
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Thu 25 Oct 2018, 11am - 3pm
Type: Event
The theme for 2018: Play - for kids and big kids alike. The Big Draw Festival 2018 is all about letting loose, embracing happy accidents, discovery and most importantly having fun with those HBs! You are in exactly the right place to k... Read more about The Big Draw Family Drop In: Play!
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Museums at Night: Lister's Lanterns by Cecil Green Arts
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Fri 26 Oct 2018, 6- 9pm
Type: Event
Museums at Night is the UK-wide festival of Lates in museums and galleries, produced by Culture24, the Brighton-based arts charity dedicated to shining a light on Britain's sparkling culture and heritage. Visit the civic art gallery ... Read more about Museums at Night: Lister's Lanterns by Cecil Green Arts
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Half-term family drop in: Lister's Lanterns
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Fri 26 Oct 2018, 11am - 5.30pm
Type: Event
It's Museums at Night and when it gets dark, Lister Park will light up with lanterns, fire jugglers and wonderfull musicians. Drop in during the day and get prepared - make your very own lantern to light up the night. The... Read more about Half-term family drop in: Lister's Lanterns
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Bradford Grammar School Art Exhibition
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Sat 17 Nov 2018 - Sun 6 Jan 2019
Type: Exhibition
At ease with excellence. Arts subjects may be under threat nationally, but they are thriving at BGS. Learning is an active process which promotes creative thinking. Join Bradford Grammar School at Cartwright Hall Art Gallery in celeb... Read more about Bradford Grammar School Art Exhibition
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Exhibition launch: Bradford Grammar School Art Exhibition
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Sun 18 Nov 2018, 1 - 3pm
Type: Event
This is the perfect day out to appreciate not only the latest talent from Bradford Grammar School but to enjoy some drinks, snacks and friendly company, all in the surroundings of one of David Hockney's favourite galleries. Book your FREE ... Read more about Exhibition launch: Bradford Grammar School Art Exhibition
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Paralympic Heritage - Stories from Bradford
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Sat 26 Jan 2019 - Sun 9 Jun 2019
Type: Exhibition
Visit the accessible and interactive new exhibition in the beautiful setting of Cartwright Hall Art Gallery. Witness just how far we have come as a nation in supporting and celebrating disability sport. Using a range of displays, memor... Read more about Paralympic Heritage - Stories from Bradford
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Bradford Open 2019
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Wed 27 Feb 2019 - Sun 5 May 2019
Type: Exhibition
Bradford Open 2019 enables artists aged 16 and over who live, work or study within the Bradford District to showcase artwork at the civic Cartwright Hall Art Gallery. Work is submitted in any medium and judged for inclusion in the exh... Read more about Bradford Open 2019
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Peter Rabbit: Mischief & Mayhem
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Sat 18 May 2019 - Sun 8 Sep 2019
Type: Exhibition
Family Fun at the civic art gallery! A new exhibition featuring rarely seen original illustrations and early manuscripts by Beatrix Potter from 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit'. Developed in partnership with Penguin Ventures and The River and Ro... Read more about Peter Rabbit: Mischief & Mayhem
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Young Open 2019
Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Sat 22 Jun 2019 - Sun 10 Nov 2019
Type: Exhibition
After previous successful Young Open exhibitions, the highly aniticipated event is returning to celebrate young artist's work from Bradford. The Young Open provides an opportunity for artists 16 and under to submit their work to an open exh... Read more about Young Open 2019