Museum’s new independent cinema operation to launch this week
On Friday 1 November 2019 the museum will launch its new independent cinema operation, Pictureville.
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New exhibition to uncover the story of ‘the inventor of British cinema’
The Forgotten Showman, focusing on cinema pioneer Robert Paul, opens on 22 November 2019.
See Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker on the biggest screen in West Yorkshire
Tickets for the biggest movie of the year go on sale today.
Widescreen Weekend opens and new cinema name announced
As the Widescreen Weekend film festival begins, ‘Pictureville’ is revealed as the name of the museum’s new independent cinema operation.
National Science and Media Museum and INDY Cinema Group announce new partnership
The museum has announced a new cinema programming partnership, to begin on 1 November 2019.
Shaun the Sheep half term activities at the museum
This October half term we’re celebrating the brand new Shaun the Sheep movie with family activities, workshops and special guests.
Full programme announced for Widescreen Weekend 2019 film festival
Highlights of the 2019 film festival will include historical epics, a tribute to a Hollywood icon, and a host of special guests.
New exhibition explores the sights and sounds of space
Opening to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the first Moon landing, the new exhibition Hello Universe takes an interactive look at space travel.
‘Gaia’: 7m 3D sculpture of the Earth to be displayed in museum foyer
Artist Luke Jerram’s touring artwork Gaia is to be featured as part of the upcoming Hello Universe exhibition.
Bradford Science Festival: full 2019 programme announced
A 12m rocket, which aims to deliver the UK’s first human space flight, is set to be one of this year’s highlights.
