A magical open-air circus spectacle celebrating community, connection and the people of Shipley.
Upswing is working with Bradford (City of Culture 2025) to create a major spectacle set to burst Shipley into bloom and take over the heart of the town.
Bloom is a large-scale circus performance celebrating the spirit of Bradford and its people – who we are today and who we could become tomorrow.
Taking place on the streets and in the skies of Shipley, it’s a show about connection, possibility and what we can build together – a bold and joyful expression of community and local pride.
This large-scale production features a cast of hundreds, including local performers, movement artists, community choirs, and the world-class acrobats and aerialists of Upswing, one of the UK’s leading contemporary circus companies.
Bloom premiere takes place in September in the centre of Shipley, and tickets are just £2 for adults and free for children and seniors. Don’t miss this one.
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Co-produced by Upswing and Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture.
Produced at 101 Outdoor Arts Creation Space.