The Bradford fire disaster.

[South West Claret.]

Just caught it on Radio 4 a play about the events of the day.

The 56.


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[South West Claret.]

On 11th May 1985, Bradford City were playing Lincoln City in their final game of the season after being crowned Third Division champions. Just before half-time a fire broke out in the Main Stand. 56 people - 54 Bradford supporters and 2 from Lincoln - lost their lives and over 250 were injured. Writers Matt Woodhead and Gemma Wilson worked with FYSA Theatre Company to create this drama, which draws solely on real-life testimonies and interviews with witnesses.

Performed by Duncan Preston, Melanie Kilburn and Vincent Franklin.

Directed by Toby Swift.

[Dum Spiro Spero]

I have just listened to the play. It is harrowing and please don't listen to it half heartedly but it is a compelling account.

[Silkyskills1]

Just listened to it myself. Very disturbing accounts from survivors,many of whom were children.