Big Screen Bradford
Centenary Square
See the very best opera free of charge in Bradford city centre.
Live broadcasts from the Royal Opera House in London are amongst the exclusive programming that will be relayed live to the Big Screen in Centenary Square.
These open air events are absolutely free and the perfect way to introduce your friends and family to world-class opera. Come early to get a good spot and relax into the festival feel. With exclusive backstage films, competitions and live interaction these are the opera and ballet events of the summer.
Last Night of the Proms
Saturday 11th September 2010 from 7.00pm
Big Screen Bradford, Centenary Square, Bradford
The evening will begin at 7:00pm with live music from the Bradford Metropolitan Concert Band.
At 7:30pm the world – famous Last Night Of the Proms', an evening of music that unites the nation in song will be broadcast live from the Royal Albert Hall.
For programme details go to the BBC Proms
Simon Boccanegra – BP Summer Big Screens
Tuesday 13 July 2010 from 7.30pm
Big Screen Bradford, Centenary Sqaure, Bradford
In Genoa lie dark family secrets. An unexpected reunion between a father and his long-lost daughter, a city divided into two warring factions, a passionate love affair and a murderous plot to destroy Simon Boccanegra, Doge of Genoa are just some elements in the plot of one of Verdi’s most moving operas. This rollercoaster tale takes you from the furious drama of the opening scene to the tender duet between Boccanegra and his daughter to the architectural grandeur of the Genoese Council Chambers ending in the despair of the final act. Join the world’s greatest operatic stars, Placido Domingo, Marina Poplavskaya, Joseph Calleja and Ferruccio Furlanetto, for an experience that will never leave you.
Bring your friends and your picnics or take advantage of the bars and restaurants and enjoy a fabulous night out right in the heart of the city.
There is limited public seating but you are welcome to bring your own chairs. Please dress appropriately for the anticipated weather conditions. In the interest of safety, please do not bring glass items, barbecues, or naked flames. Please keep the area tidy by disposing of all litter in the bins provided.
