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Wednesday 6th May, 10am – 5pm
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Shanaz Gulzar
Trustee
Shanaz is known for her skillset as an artist and producer, and for her creative vision. With a commitment to the arts and to creating work that pushes the boundaries of cultural expression, Shanaz has emerged as a prominent leader in the UK cultural sector.
Her career spans film, visual arts, theatre, public art and media, and she has delivered ground-breaking projects nationally and internationally, most recently as a producer at Manchester International Festival.
Shanaz has several TV credits, most notably working with the BBC to present the documentary film ‘Hidden Histories: The Lost Portraits of Bradford’ and bringing a contemporary artist’s perspective to the Yorkshire landscape in ‘Yorkshire Walks’.
In her capacity as Creative Director at Bradford 2025, UK City of Culture, Shanaz is co-leading a transformative cultural renaissance, with initiatives that celebrate diversity, artistic innovation, and community engagement. Shanaz oversees the leadership and direction of Bradford 2025 alongside Executive Director, Dan Bates.
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