For One of a Hundred Voices Performance at Bingley Arts Centre

Community invited to live reading celebrating nature

A free live reading event titled For One of a Hundred Voices will take place at Bingley Arts Centre on 29 October 2026. The performance aims to engage people with nature through a unique, participatory play reading.

Event details

• Date and time: 29 October 2026, 14:45 to 15:45
• Location: Bingley Arts Centre, Main Street, BD16 2LZ
• Cost: Free, no tickets required
• Age guidance: Suitable for ages 14 and over; under 18s must be accompanied by an adult

The event features a 30-minute live reading of the script For One of a Hundred Voices, which is designed to be performed by any number of participants, from one person to many. Attendees can choose to simply watch and listen or actively join in by reading from a provided script. The reading will be unrehearsed, embracing an informal and spontaneous style intended to reflect the natural world.

Following the reading, there will be a brief question and answer session led by musician and writer Boff Whalley. The event is led by Emma Adams, the writer of the play.

About the play

For One of a Hundred Voices is described as a call to those who have yet to connect with nature, inviting them to experience the beauty of a nature reserve. The play also resonates with anyone who values natural spaces and wishes to express care for the environment. Its flexible format allows for a wide range of participation, encouraging community involvement and shared appreciation of nature.

Additional information

No advance booking is necessary; attendees can simply arrive at the venue. The event is part of a wider programme of cultural and community activities in the Bradford district.

For further details about the venue and directions, visit the event page.