Bradfordians of all backgrounds are being invited to mark Ramadan with an evening of music, prayer and food at Kala Sangam.

Taking place on April 14, Kala Sangam's Open Arts Iftar will begin with a performance of Nasheeds by rising star Ismail Hussain, followed by a call to prayer around 8.15pm. 

It will then be time for a performance of the Iftar, the meal where Muslims break their daily fast during Ramadan.

The 'Pay What You Decide' Iftar meal is open to everyone, whether people are fasting or not, with all money raised going to charity.

An Imam will lead prayers and answer any questions visitors have about Ramadan or other aspects of Islam.

A third of Kala Sangam's staff follow Islam while people of other or no faiths will be joining their fast on Thursday.

Facilities Manager Mohammed Iftikar said: "It is brilliant that the rest of the team will be fasting with us.

"I have worked for Kala Sangam for over 14 years and this is the first time everyone has come together to celebrate Ramadan, which means a lot to me personally and is a sign of the journey Kala Sangam has been on to be an open and inclusive space."

To attend Kala Sangam's 'Pay What You Decide' Iftar, you must book a place in advance but there is no need to pay anything until the end of the night.

There will be prayer areas and a limited number of prayer mats available, though Kala Sangam has asked attendees to bring their own prayer mats if possible.

You can book your place at the Iftar event via the centre's website (www.kalasangam.org).

Alex Croft, creative director at Kala Sangam, said: "We are proud to be hosting an Iftar and welcoming everyone to Kala Sangam to mark Ramadan.

"Whether you fast every year or would just like to understand more about what the festival means and involves, this will be an open and friendly space. We believe that events like this Iftar will help to build bonds and understanding between different communities in the Bradford.

"Just as festivals and traditions like Christmas or Bonfire Night are shared by people from all backgrounds, we would like to encourage non-Muslims to learn more about Ramadan and share the experience with their friends, neighbours and colleagues."