When Vincent Met John to Play at Bingley Arts Centre
January 29, 2026Exploring an Imagined Meeting Between Two Artists
A new theatre production titled When Vincent Met John will be staged at Bingley Arts Centre on 5 February 2026. The play imagines a meeting between two renowned artists from different eras, Vincent van Gogh and John Lennon.
Event Details
- Date and Time: 5 February 2026, 19:30 to 22:00
- Venue: Bingley Arts Centre, Main Street, BD16 2LZ
- Age Guidance: 14 and over
- Ticket Price: £17 (General Admission)
The production is presented by The Everyman Theatre Cheltenham in association with Worcester Theatres and Malvernbard. It explores a fictional encounter between Vincent van Gogh and John Lennon, imagining what might have happened if the two influential figures had met. The timeline is set in February 1886 for Vincent and March 1974 for John.
Background on the Artists
- Vincent van Gogh, the Dutch post-impressionist painter, died in 1890 from a gunshot wound to the chest.
- John Lennon, the English singer-songwriter and member of The Beatles, died in 1980, also from a gunshot wound to the chest.
The play uses this premise to explore themes of creativity, legacy, and the impact of art across time.
Additional Information
Tickets are available for purchase in advance. The Bingley Arts Centre is located on Main Street in Bingley. Attendees are advised that the play is suitable for audiences aged 14 and above due to its themes.
For directions and more details about the venue, visitors can refer to the Bingley Arts Centre’s official contact resources.
Other Upcoming Events in the Area
- Fawlty Towers The Play: 24–28 March 2026 at The Alhambra Theatre
- Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story: 24–28 February 2026 at The Alhambra Theatre
- Dear England: 17–21 February 2026 at The Alhambra Theatre
- FRIENDS! The Musical Parody: 27–31 January 2026 at The Alhambra Theatre
