The University of Bradford has said it is proud to launch a new season of “first-class” arts, despite cuts in the sector.

The Arts on Campus team at the university has created a programme based around the values of quality, adventure and interpretation.

Iain Bloomfield, head of arts at the university, said: “Arts on Campus is presenting a first-class season.

“Even at a time of cuts, the arts team at the university are committed to championing the vision of high-quality artists and their practice.

“We believe in the fundamental importance of culture to this country and there is no better way of demonstrating that than by programming with confidence and adventure.”

This year Gallery II will exhibit the latest etchings by Paula Rego, one of the most celebrated artists currently living in Britain.

The exhibition will be open until Friday, October 15, and offers a rare opportunity to see Rego’s work outside London.

Later in the year Gallery II will present a new collaborative piece based on dementia research by Ruth Bartlett from the School of Health studies at the university.

Highlights in the programme for Theatre in the Mill include some of the most inspirational spoken work in the north of England through WordLife – a UK tour of South African and British poets.

Theatre in the Mill will also present two new commissions as part of its Development Lab@Theatre in the Mill programme – new writing from Mark Catley and storytelling and performance art from Jane Packman.

Meanwhile the Tasmin Little Music Centre will offer a diverse showcase of Pakistani, Polish and Eastern European music from communities who have made the city their home for more than 60 years.

Mr Bloomfield said: “This season provides an opportunity for everyone to see something different each time they join us on campus.

“We invest in artists making exciting new work and this season is no exception.”

For more information visit bradford.ac.uk/arts.