Business Details
38 Years
experience
Inclusive Theatre Company in Bradford
Mind The Gap has been pioneering inclusive theatre since 1988, collaborating with learning disabled and autistic artists to create original, impactful performances. Our work challenges perceptions and amplifies underrepresented voices through touring productions, training programmes, and community engagement initiatives. As a nationally recognised arts charity, we provide tailored opportunities for creative development in theatre, dance, and music through our Academy. Our purpose-built studios in Bradford offer accessible spaces for rehearsals, performances, and collaborative projects.We champion social change by ensuring learning disabled and autistic individuals lead creative processes and shape our organisational direction. With a legacy rooted in Lister Mills - a Grade II* Listed building - we combine historical significance with contemporary artistic innovation. Our productions tour nationally and internationally, fostering inclusivity and breaking barriers in the arts sector.
Services
Theatre Productions
Training Academy
Community Programmes
Studio Hire
Equipment Hire
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We collaborate directly with learning disabled and autistic artists as co-creators
- Our purpose-built accessible studios meet professional production standards
- Three-year accredited performing arts training programmes available
- Award-winning productions touring nationally and internationally
- Community initiatives connecting local audiences with inclusive arts experiences
What people say
Bold and original theatre
Inclusive and creative spaces
Nationally recognised charity
Challenging artistic assumptions
Accessible training programmes
Services
Theatre Productions
We create original theatre co-developed with learning disabled and autistic artists. Our productions tour nationally and internationally, challenging stereotypes through authentic storytelling. Recent works include large-scale outdoor events and intimate character-driven narratives that explore social themes.
Training Academy
Our accredited three-year courses in theatre, dance, and music provide professional training for learning disabled and autistic individuals. The curriculum includes performance skills, creative development, and industry preparation with support from specialist tutors and industry partners.
Community Programmes
We deliver wellbeing-focused creative sessions connecting local communities through art, music, and social activities. Programmes include weekly clubs, skill-building workshops, and collaborative projects that foster inclusion and personal development in Bradford.
Studio Hire
Our purpose-built studios feature state-of-the-art technical equipment across three adaptable spaces. The 122-seat theatre and rehearsal studios are available for productions, workshops, and events with support from our production team.
Equipment Hire
We offer professional-grade lighting, sound, and staging equipment for hire. Our inventory supports theatre productions, live events, and film projects with technical specifications available for each item in our online catalogue.
Questions
What makes Mind the Gap's theatre productions unique?
Our productions are co-created with learning disabled and autistic artists, offering fresh perspectives and challenging industry norms through authentic storytelling.
Do you offer training opportunities for aspiring artists?
Yes, our Academy provides three-year accredited courses in theatre, dance, and music with tailored support for learning disabled and autistic individuals.
How can local communities engage with your work?
Through our Community Programme offering workshops, social clubs, and creative sessions focused on wellbeing and skill development in Bradford.
Are your facilities accessible for all users?
Yes, our Silk Warehouse studios feature accessible design including disabled parking, wheelchair access, and adaptable performance spaces.
Can external companies hire your performance spaces?
Our studios and theatre spaces are available for hire with technical support, including free access for small companies through our Open Space programme.
