Early Man (PG)

Wednesday 1st Aug 2018 – 11am: Big Screen, City Park

Running time: 1hr 29mins

Set at the dawn of time, when prehistoric creatures and woolly mammoths roamed the earth, Early Man tells the story of Dug, along with sidekick Hognob as they unite his tribe against a mighty enemy Lord Nooth and his Bronze Age City to save their home.

The Lion King (U)

Friday 3rd Aug 2018 – 11am: Oastler Shopping Centre, John St

Running time: 88 mins

A Lion cub crown prince is tricked by a treacherous uncle into thinking he caused his father’s death and flees into exile in despair, only to learn in adulthood his identity and his responsibilities.

Dream Big: Engineering Our World (U) IMAX 3D

Tuesday 7th Aug 2018 – 11am: IMAX, Picturehouse

Running time: 45 minutes

Narrated by Jeff Briggs, Dream Big: Engineering Our World celebrates the human ingenuity behind engineering marvels big and small. Hear inspiring stories of human grit and aspiration as the film reveals how engineers push the limits of innovation to solve problems and create a more sustainable future for us all. From the Great Wall of China and the world’s tallest buildings to underwater robots and solar-powered cars, engineering plays a crucial role in so many of our greatest innovations.

£3.75 per ticket – Please see below for information on booking.

Ferdinand (U)

Wednesday 8th Aug 2018 – 11am: Big Screen, City Park

Running time: 1hr 48mins

After Ferdinand, a bull with a big heart, is mistaken for a dangerous beast, he is captured and torn from his home. Determined to return to his family, he rallies a misfit team on the ultimate adventure.

 Pixar Short Films Volume 1 (U)

Friday 10th Aug 2018 – 11am: Oastler Shopping Centre, John St

Disney collection of animations from creative storytellers who brought Toy Story, Monsters Inc, Finding Nemo to the screen.

Love Bug (U)

Saturday 11th Aug 2018 – 1:30pm: Big Screen, City Park

Running time: 1hr 48mins

In partnership with Bradford Classic 

A race car driver becomes a champion with a Volkswagen Beetle with a mind of its own.

A Beautiful Planet (U) IMAX 3D

Tuesday 14th Aug 2018 – 11am: IMAX, Picturehouse

Running time: 47 minutes

Narrated by Jennifer Lawrence, a Beautiful Planet is a breath-taking portrait of Earth from space, providing a unique perspective and increased understanding of our planet and galaxy as never seen before. From space, Earth blazes at night with the electric intensity of human expansion — a direct visualisation of our changing world. But it is within our power to protect the planet. As we continue to explore and gain knowledge of our galaxy, we also develop a deeper connection to the place we all call home.

£3.75 per ticket – Please see below for information on booking.

The Peanuts Movie (U)

Wednesday 15th Aug 2018 – 11am: Big Screen, City Park

Running time: 1hr 28mins

Snoopy embarks upon his greatest mission as he and his team take to the skies to pursue their arch-nemesis, while his best pal Charlie Brown begins his own epic quest back home to win the love of his life.

 Shaun the Sheep (U)

Friday 17th Aug 2018 – 11am: Oastler Shopping Centre, John St

Running time: 1hr 25mins

When Shaun decides to take the day off and have some fun, he gets a little more action than he bargained for. A mix up with the Farmer, a caravan and a very steep hill lead them all to the Big City and it’s up to Shaun and the flock to return everyone safely to the green grass of home.

Paddington 2 (PG)

Sunday 19th Aug 2018 – 5:30pm: Clayton Community Cinema, Clayton Village Hall

Running time: 1hr 43mins

Paddington, now happily settled with the Brown family and a popular member of the local community, picks up a series of odd jobs to buy the perfect present for his Aunt Lucy’s 100th birthday, only for the gift to be stolen.

Prices: £3 adult/ £1 U16s – Please see below for more information on booking

Dream Big: Engineering Our World (U) IMAX 3D

Tuesday 21st Aug 2018 – 11am: IMAX, Picturehouse

Running time: 45 minutes

Narrated by Jeff Briggs, Dream Big: Engineering Our World celebrates the human ingenuity behind engineering marvels big and small. Hear inspiring stories of human grit and aspiration as the film reveals how engineers push the limits of innovation to solve problems and create a more sustainable future for us all. From the Great Wall of China and the world’s tallest buildings to underwater robots and solar-powered cars, engineering plays a crucial role in so many of our greatest innovations.

£3.75 per ticket – Please see below for information on booking.

The Book of Life (U)

Wednesday 22nd Aug 2018 – 11am: Big Screen, City Park

Running time: 1hr 35mins

Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart, embarks on an adventure that spans three fantastic worlds where he must face his greatest fears.

Pixar Short Films Volume 2 (U) 

Friday 24th Aug – 11am: Oastler Shopping Centre, John St

Running time 1hr 19mins

Disney and Pixar present an incredible new collection of 12 short films, featuring multiple Academy Award nominees (Best Short Film, Animated: ”Presto,” 2008; ”Day & Night” 2010; ”La Luna” 2011) and a host of family favourites.

A Beautiful Planet (U) IMAX 3D

Tuesday 28th Aug 2018 – 11am: IMAX, Picturehouse

Running time: 47 minutes

Narrated by Jennifer Lawrence, a Beautiful Planet is a breath-taking portrait of Earth from space, providing a unique perspective and increased understanding of our planet and galaxy as never seen before. From space, Earth blazes at night with the electric intensity of human expansion — a direct visualisation of our changing world. But it is within our power to protect the planet. As we continue to explore and gain knowledge of our galaxy, we also develop a deeper connection to the place we all call home.

£3.75 per ticket – Please see below for information on booking.

The Greatest Showman – Sing along (PG)

Wednesday 29th Aug 2018 – 11am: Big Screen, City Park

Running time: 1hr 45mins

Celebrates the birth of show business and tells of a visionary who rose from nothing to create a spectacle that became a worldwide sensation.

The Jungle Book (U)

Friday 31st Aug – 11am: Oastler Shopping Centre, John St

Running time is 1hr & 15mins

In the classic 1967 Disney version of The  Jungle book, Bagheera the Panther and Baloo the Bear have a difficult time trying to convince a boy to leave the jungle for human civilisation.

Big Screen – City Park

These showings are free to the public, please feel free to turn up on the day and bring a seat of your own, picnic or an umbrella depending on weather.

IMAX, Picturehouse at National Science and Media Museum 

The cost of these events is £3.75, tickets can be booked through the Cinema’s Box Office – situated in the National Science and Media Museum’s foyer or in person at Box Office as well as online at picturehouses.com/IMAX and over the phone

The Light Cinema

Tickets are £3 each and they will have a selection of refreshments available, including a children’s snack pack at £3.95 – perfect for little fingers and big appetites!

Titles will be announced at the start of each week so keep up to date with the film choices and times on Facebook and Twitter,or visit them in person where their friendly staff will be happy to help.

To book tickets call 01274 455361 or visit their website bradford.lightcinemas.co.uk

Clayton Village Hall

The cost of this event is £3 for adults and £1 for children (under 16), doors will open at 5:00pm.

Big Screen – City Park

The Big Screen in Bradford is an outdoor event and can cater for up to 200 seats, Bradford Council will be providing seating and security for our Wednesday events.

 IMAX 

Access to the IMAX theatre from the ground floor is via a staircase in a darkened queuing area. Inside the auditorium, stairs provide access to the seating area – please bear in mind that these stairs are fairly steep and extra care should be taken, particularly once the adverts have begun and the lights are dimmed. There is an additional entrance on the fifth floor for visitors with easy access requirements. Access to this entrance is via the public lift and locked door, which requires a code. Please let the Box Office know that you need to use this entrance, and allow extra time in your schedule due to demand for the public lift. We have single spaces for wheelchair users which are situated on the balcony (access via the fifth level). A hearing system is fitted in the theatre for guests with hearing impairments. Please ask at the Box Office. Booster seats are available if required – please ask a member of staff.

The Light Cinema – Bradford 

The Broadway, Hall Ings, Bradford, BD1 1JR

The Light is committed to offering a great cinema experience to everyone.

All of their screens have wheelchair spaces and lift access, as well as an escalator, allowing everyone to easily access all of their screens.

If you are visually impaired, they offer audio description headsets. These are compatible with the majority of films they show, please enquire before you book.

Clayton Village Hall – Clayton

Clayton Village Hall, Reva Syke Road, Clayton, Bradford BD14 6QN

This venue is fully wheelchair accessible and has a lift, for more information visit: www.claytonvillagehall.org.uk

Born to be Wild IMAX 3D (U)

Tuesday 1st Aug 2017 – 11am: IMAX, Picturehouse

Running time: 40 minutes

Morgan Freeman narrates the documentary adventure “Born to be Wild 3D,” an inspired story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. This documentary transports moviegoers into the lush rainforests of Borneo with world-renowned primatologist Dr. Biruté Mary Galdikas, and across the rugged Kenyan Savannah with celebrated elephant authority Dr. Dame Daphne M. Sheldrick, as they and their teams rescue, rehabilitate and return these incredible animals back to the wild.

The BFG (PG) 

Wednesday 2nd Aug 2017 –  11am: Big Screen City Park

Supported by the Northern School of Creative Industries

Running time: 1hr 57

Roald Dahl’s children’s classic brought to a whole new audience in a film that is magical and mesmerising. An orphan little girl befriends a benevolent giant who takes her to Giant Country, where they attempt to stop the man-eating giants that are invading the human world.

Space Station IMAX 3D (U)

Tuesday 8th Aug 2017 – 11am: IMAX, Picturehouse

Running time: 47 minutes

Narrated by Tom Cruise, this is a story of this unique partnership of 16 nations building a laboratory in outer space–a permanent facility for the study of the effects of long-duration exposure to zero gravity and the necessary first step towards the global co-operative effort needed if man is to someday set foot on Mars.

Moana (PG) 

Wednesday 9th Aug 2017 – 11am: Big Screen City Park

Supported by the Northern School of Creative Industries

Running time: 1hr 47

Moana is an animated adventure about a spirited teenager who sails out on a daring mission to prove herself a master wayfinder and fulfill her ancestors’ unfinished quest. During her journey, Moana meets the once-mighty demi-god Maui, and together, they traverse the open ocean on an action-packed voyage, encountering enormous fiery creatures and impossible odds.

WALL-E (U)

Saturday 12th Aug 2017 – 4pm – 7pm: Delius Art Centre 

Running time: 1hr 38

 Artworks Creative Communities brings you this FREE family friendly event with free crafty recycling activities and film
screening of Wall-E. Child friendly craft activities from 4pm, followed by the film screening at 5pm. Food and drinks will be available to purchase from the venue, this includes handmade pizza made onsite and an open bar.

Born to be Wild IMAX 3D (U)

Tuesday 15th Aug 2017 – 11am: IMAX, Picturehouse

Running time: 40 minutes

Morgan Freeman narrates the documentary adventure “Born to be Wild 3D,” an inspired story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. This documentary transports moviegoers into the lush rainforests of Borneo with world-renowned primatologist Dr. Biruté Mary Galdik
as, and across the rugged Kenyan Savannah with celebrated elephant authority Dr. Dame Daphne M. Sheldrick, as they and their teams rescue, rehabilitate and return these incredible animals back to the wild.

Sing (U)

Wednesday 16th Aug 2017 – 11am: Big Screen City Park

Supported by the Northern School of Creative Industries

Running time: 1hr 48

Set in a world like ours but entirely inhabited by animals, Sing stars Buster Moon, a dapper Koala who is trying to save a once-grand theatre that has fallen on hard times by staging the world’s greatest singing competition. The results are hilarious and the songs will have you dancing in the isles – don’t miss this one!

 Peter Pan  (U) 

Wednesday 16th Aug – 1pm: Cliffe Castle, Keighley

Running time: 1hr 17

In the Disney classic Wendy and her brothers are whisked away to the magical world of Neverland with the hero of their stories, Peter Pan.

Please see below for the cost of this event.

Sunday 20th Aug – 5.30pm – Clayton Village Hall

Running time: 1hr 35

After young Riley is uprooted from her Midwest life and moved to San Francisco, her emotions – Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness – conflict on how best to navigate a new city, house, and school.

Please see below for the cost of this event.

Refreshments are available at each screening, with a short interlude during the film.

Space Station IMAX 3D (U)

Tuesday 22nd Aug 2017 – 11am: IMAX, Picturehouse

Running time: 47 minutes

Narrated by Tom Cruise, this is a story of this unique partnership of 16 nations building a laboratory in outer space–a permanent facility for the study of the effects of long-duration exposure to zero gravity and the necessary first step towards the global co-operative effort needed if man is to someday set foot on Mars.

Secret Life of Pets (U)

Wednesday 23th Aug 2017 – 11am: Big Screen City Park

Supported by the Northern School of Creative Industries

Running time: 1hr 27

The quiet life of a terrier named Max is upended when his owner takes in Duke, a stray whom Max instantly dislikes. It’s hilarious and brilliantly animated.

Born to be Wild IMAX 3D (U)

 Tuesday 29th Aug 2017 – 11am: IMAX, Picturehouse

Running time: 40 minutes

Morgan Freeman narrates the documentary adventure “Born to be Wild 3D,” an inspired story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. This documentary transports moviegoers into the lush rainforests of Borneo with world-renowned primatologist Dr. Biruté Mary Galdik
as, and across the rugged Kenyan Savannah with celebrated elephant authority Dr. Dame Daphne M. Sheldrick, as they and their teams rescue, rehabilitate and return these incredible animals back to the wild.

Beauty & the Beast (PG)

Wednesday 30th August 2017 11am: Big Screen City Park

Supported by Arriva Yorkshire Running time: 2hr 9

An adaptation of the Disney fairy tale about a monstrous-looking prince and a young woman who fall in love. With all the classic songs from the original animation we ask you to ‘be our guest’ at this will be a fitting climax to the festival.

Big Screen – City Park

These showings are free to the public, please feel free to turn up on the day and bring a seat of your own, picnic or an umbrella depending on weather.

IMAX, Picturehouse at National Science and Media Museum 

Tickets can be booked through the Cinema’s Box Office – situated in the National Science and Media Museum’s foyer – from 10am on the day of the performance.

Delius Art Centre

This event is free and is brought to you as part of the Delius Community Gardening Project funded by the Postcode Local Trust. Food and drinks will be available to purchase from the venue, this includes handmade pizza made onsite and an open bar.

Cliffe Castle – Keighley

The cost of this event is £2 in advance, please visit the Cliffe Castle Museum shop during opening times to book and on the day it will be £3.

Clayton Village Hall

The cost of this event is £3 for adults and £1 for children (under 16)

Big Screen – City Park

The Big Screen in Bradford is an outdoor event and can cater for up to 200 seats, Bradford Council will be providing seating and security for our Wednesday events.

 IMAX 

Access to the IMAX theatre from the ground floor is via a staircase in a darkened queuing area. Inside the auditorium, stairs provide access to the seating area – please bear in mind that these stairs are fairly steep and extra care should be taken, particularly once the adverts have begun and the lights are dimmed. There is an additional entrance on the fifth floor for visitors with easy access requirements. Access to this entrance is via the public lift and locked door, which requires a code. Please let the Box Office know that you need to use this entrance, and allow extra time in your schedule due to demand for the public lift. We have single spaces for wheelchair users which are situated on the balcony (access via the fifth level). A hearing system is fitted in the theatre for guests with hearing impairments. Please ask at the Box Office. Booster seats are available if required – please ask a member of staff.

Delius Art Centre

Delius Arts & Cultural Centre, 29 Great Horton Road, BD7 1AA

Cliffe Castle – Keighley

Spring Gardens Ln, Keighley BD20 6LH

Wheelchair access is limited to the ground floor – about three quarters of the displays. Ramped access to the cafe and some of the hillside park. Disabled parking spaces and toilet facilities. For further Cliffe Castle disabled access information visit DisabledGo

Further information about the venue can be found here: http://www.bradfordmuseums.org/venues/visit/cliffe-castle-museum

Clayton Village Hall – Clayton

Clayton Village Hall, Reva Syke Road, Clayton, Bradford BD14 6QN

This venue is fully wheelchair accessible and has a lift, for more information visit: www.claytonvillagehall.org.uk

Wed 3 August 2016 — Alvin & the Chipmunks — Road Chip 

Screening time 11am

Kicking off in style we hit the road with your favourite fur balls in the funniest Alvin and the Chipmunks ever! Alvin, Simon and Theodore race to Miami on a wild road trip but their jaunt soon takes a nutty detour, leading to hilarious highway hijinks and music-packed adventures across the country.

Extra activity brought to you  between 12:30-3:00pm

 Lego workshops based on Pokemon characters  for all the family to enjoy.

Children must not be left unattended.

Wed 10 Aug — Cars

Screening time 11am

Revving us towards the Bradford Classic we revisit this Disney/ Pixar classic. While traveling to California for the dispute of the final race of the Piston Cup against The King and Chick Hicks, the famous Lightning McQueen accidentally damages the road of the small town Radiator Springs and is sentenced to repair it. Lightning McQueen has to work hard and finds friendship and love in the simple locals, changing its values during his stay in the small town and becoming a true winner.

Extra activity brought to you by the outdoor play team between 12:30-3:00pm

Bouncy castle , giant games, cardboard city and messy play

Children must not be left unattended.

Wed 17 Aug — Rio 2

Screening time 11am

It’s a jungle out there for Blu, Jewel and their three kids after they’re hurtled from Rio de Janeiro to the wilds of the Amazon. As Blu tries to fit in, he goes beak-to-beak with the vengeful Nigel, and meets his father-in-law.

Extra activity brought to you by the outdoor play team between 12:30-3:00pm

Spider mountain, giant games, cardboard city and messy play

Children must not be left unattended.

This screening is connected to the amazing exhibition at the Bradford Industrial Museum – Beastly Machines – Kinetic Sculptures by Johnny White – click HERE for full details 

Wed 24 Aug — Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ for short)

Screening time 11am

We are delighted to bring you one of the most popular and longest running Bollywood films of all time. Raj and Simran meet on a trip to Europe. After some initial misadventures, they fall in love. The battle begins to win over two traditional families.

With great support from Asian Sunday and Yash Raj Films.

Extra activity brought to you by the outdoor play team between 12:30-3:00pm

Bungee trampolines, giant games, cardboard city and messy play

Children must not be left unattended.

Wed 31 Aug —

Special double bill kindly supported by Arriva Yorkshire

Minions

Screening time 11am

“Minions” begins at the dawn of time…as the loveable yellow creatures evolve through the ages perpetually serving the most despicable of masters. Continuously unsuccessful at keeping these masters–from T. rex to Napoleon–the Minions find themselves without someone to serve and fall into a deep depression. But Kevin the Minion has a plan and alongside fellow minions Stuart and Bob set out into the world to find a new boss….

Big Hero 6

Screening time 12:45

The special bond that develops between plus-sized inflatable robot Baymax, and prodigy Hiro Hamada, who team up with a group of friends to form a band of high-tech heroes.

Film screenings and events at Bradford Playhouse

The following films and events are free but tickets still need to be booked via the Bradford Playhouse box office – please see here 

Saturday 13^th August 2016 Button Mash & Short Circuit 2 (Kenneth Johnson) 1988 (Free Event) 2pm

We are heading back to retro tech.  Showing “Johnny Five is Alive” Short Circuit 2 comedy, The Button Mash collective will be bringing a special one off  1990’s Button Mash Event: In an Era of Crystal Maze, The Games Master and Sonic the Hedgehog mania. Will you be able to complete against family and friends with some of the Tech and games from this classic Button Mashing era?

Saturday 20^th August 2016 – Escape from the Invisible Zoo & Rio (Carlos Saldanha) 2011 (Free) 2pm Synopsis For: Escape from the Invisible Zoo:

We have an emergency! The  last Invisible Zoo was supposed to be showcasing its exhibits…BUT THE ANIMALS HAVE ESCAPED!!!!! We are going to need MANY, MANY  children to help lure them back into their cages. DON’T PANIC! We can do this!  The rabbits are easy, we just need some carrots…but how do we get the Lions in before they find the  Hot Dog stand? THEY LOVE HOT DOGS.

Our roaming, immersive theatre piece involves groups of children and families working directly with our actors. Using their collective imagination, testing their knowledge of animals to create plans, complete tasks and help bring the escaped animals home….. Let’s just hope no one gets eaten….

Thursday 18th August 2016  – Paddington –  1pm – £3 advance £4 on the door

After a deadly earthquake destroys his home in Peruvian rainforest, a young bear (Ben Whishaw) makes his way to England in search of a new home. The bear, dubbed “Paddington” for the london train station, finds shelter with the family of Henry (Hugh Bonneville) and Mary Brown (Sally Hawkins)