Aberdeen Arts Centre

17/01/2025

There's still time to sign up for our free drop-in sessions on Saturday morning, to discover what our youth Creative Learning classes are all about!

A passion for drama, creative writing or arts and crafts - and a whole lot of imagination - is all you need!

📆 18 January
🕐 Various
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/creative-learning/free-trial-sessions

17/01/2025

We're getting ready for a whole lot of family fun with The McDougalls tomorrow afternoon!

Have you got your tickets yet? There are still some available for both performances, and you can save by buying a family of four.

📆 18 January
🕐 1pm & 3pm
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/the-mcdougalls-fairytale-fun

16/01/2025

They say you can't teach an old dog new tricks - but we know that creativity is a lifelong pursuit!

From stepping on stage to picking up a paintbrush, our adult Creative Learning sessions encourage you to find new ways to express yourself. If you're interested in joining us, come along to one of our free trial drop-in sessions.

🎨 Art Toolbox, Sat 18 Jan, 12.30-2pm
🎭 Drama Toolbox, Wed 22 Jan, 7.30-9pm

Sign up here 👉 https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/creative-learning/free-trial-sessions-2

16/01/2025

Enter the world of Imagination Bubble and join us for a morning of imagination, magic, storytelling and activities.

Led by our brilliant facilitator, Amy, each week will include 45 minutes of guided activity - stories, games, singing, dancing and fun - followed by 45 minutes of free family creative time with craft activities, colouring, books and plenty more.

📆 Fridays
🕐 10-11.30am
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/creative-learning/imaginationbubble

15/01/2025

We're known for our stage, but did you know our Creative Learning Programme extends beyond drama to creative writing, illustration, and art & craft skills?

Aimed at ages 8-14(ish), our Stage Crafts and Creative Writing & Illustration classes run every Saturday - giving your child the opportunity to explore new ways to express themselves.

Interested? Sign up for our free trial drop-in session this weekend to meet the facilitators, find out what the sessions are all about, and learn how to sign up for the full term.

👉 https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/creative-learning/free-trial-sessions

14/01/2025

Want to find out more about what's happening at Aberdeen Arts Centre over the next few months?

Join us at our Season Launch on Thursday night and hear all about our incredible local performing community, touring productions, Artist Development opportunities and Creative Learning sessions.

Attendance is free - but as your independent arts charity in Aberdeen, we appreciate any donations you are able to give.

It's an exciting start to the year for Aberdeen Arts Centre!

📆 16 January
🕐 6.30pm
🎟️ https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whatsonaberdeen/season-launch/e-kozmrb

13/01/2025

🪄 We're kicking the year off with a magical performance by Four Magicians - a supergroup of four of Aberdeen's top magical entertainers.

With the show recently voted best magic show in the UK by readers of MagicSeats.co.uk, this is a unique intimate opportunity to see the sell-out show in our Cafe Bar.

Get your tickets now before they all disappear!

📆 17 January
🕐 7.30pm
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/four-magicians

12/01/2025

Anything Goes at the upcoming showcase from the students of Kerry Watson Performing Arts.

Expect incredible dancing - alongside guest appearances from KK Cheer and Dance Empire!

📆 24-25 January
🕐 6.30pm Fri/ 12.30pm Sat
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/anything-goes

11/01/2025

Robin Hood and his merry fowk are coming to Aberdeen - oh yes they are! Full o' Doric, dancing, drama and (d)singing, our 2025 panto with TaleGate Theatre Productions Ltd is sure to hit the bullseye! 🎯

And, if you get your tickets before the end of March, you'll save 10% in our early bird special offer!

It Sherwood be a scunner if you missed out - gets your tickets today! 🌳

See what I did there? Oh never mind, I'll get my coat...

📆 29 Nov-24 Dec
🕐 Various
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/robin-hood

11/01/2025

This is not your ordinary drama class.

Acting, improvisation, movement, music, interactivity and street theatre come together at Castlegate Theatre Company - and now YOU can be a part of the adventure!

If you're aged 12-17, join us on Wednesday 22 January for a free taster session to see what CTC is all about and find out more about our plans for 2025. Sign up today and don't miss out.

📆 22 January
🕐 5-7pm
📆 https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/creative-learning/free-trial-sessions

10/01/2025

💫 Win 4 tickets to see The MacDonald Brothers live in Aberdeen! 💫

Later this month we're welcoming the MacDonald Bros with their brand new show, the Pride of Scotland - celebrating the best pop, rock and traditional music from across Scotland!

To be in with a chance of winning 4 tickets to the show, leave us a comment with your favourite Scottish band or musician and tag who you'll bring if you win.

We'll pick a winner on Thursday 16 January - so you'll still have plenty of time to get your tickets if you're not the lucky winner!

📆 31 January
🕐 7.30pm
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/the-macdonald-brothers-the-pride-of-scotland

10/01/2025

We're delighted to welcome Granite City Speakers Club Aberdeen back to Aberdeen Arts Centre this year.

Want to gain confidence speaking in front of an audience? Then this is the group for you!

📆 Fridays, fortnightly
🕐 7pm
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/the-granite-city-speakers-club

09/01/2025

✨ FREE CREATIVE CLASSES FOR KIDS ✨

On 18 January, we're running free drop-in sessions of all our Saturday creative classes - allowing you to find out what our sessions are all about. From drama to storytelling, creative writing to arts and crafts, we have something for everyone to explore their creativity!

🪀 Creative Play, 10-11am, ages 3-4
📖 Drama & Storytelling, 10-11am, ages 5-7
🎭 Drama, 10-11am, ages 8-11ish
🎭 Drama, 11.30am-12.30pm, ages 12-15ish
✏️ Creative Writing & Illustration, 11.30am-12.30pm, ages 8-14ish
🎨 Stage Crafts, 10-11.30am, ages 8-14ish

SIGN UP HERE 👉 https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/creative-learning/free-trial-sessions

08/01/2025

📸 Calling all amateur photographers in Aberdeen!

We've teamed up with the photography department at North East Scotland College for a brand new photography competition this January!

The theme of 'Light in the Dark' will encourage you to find unique perspectives of Aberdeen; to find moments of joy and light in the Granite City during the darker winter months. This is your chance to stretch your creative muscles and discover new ways of looking at the city around you.

Entries are open in two categories – 18+ and Young People (17 & Under). The top three entries in each category will be exhibited in Aberdeen Arts Centre, while those placed first will also win family tickets to Aberdeen Arts Centre’s 2025 pantomime, Robin Hood.

ℹ️ Entry and full Ts&Cs here: https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/creative-learning/light-in-the-dark-photography-competition

Photo by Natalie Hood Photography ❤

07/01/2025

This is not your ordinary drama class.

Dive into the world of street theatre, where movement, improvisation, music and interactive performances come together to create something truly unique.

Push boundaries, try out fresh ideas, and discover new ways to express yourself.

Aged 12-17? Join Castlegate Theatre Company and discover a whole new world of drama. Classes start this week!

📆 Wednesdays from 8 January
🕐 5-7pm
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/creative-learning/castlegate-theatre-company

06/01/2025

Ever wondered what it'd be like to step on stage? There's still time to sign up for our adult drama classes and find out!

Drama Toolbox returns this Wednesday at 7.30pm, providing a creative outlet for those aged 18+ in Aberdeen.

Together, you'll work on many different theatrical disciplines - including script work, devising, improvisation and movement - building up to a performance in May.

Sign up today and discover new ways to express yourself in a fun and friendly environment.

📆 Wednesdays from 8 January
🕐 7.30-9pm
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/creative-learning/drama-toolbox

06/01/2025

We're excited to be welcoming The McDougalls to Aberdeen again later this month!

And remember: book four tickets and save with Family tickets for this show!

📅 18 January
🕙 1pm and 3pm
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/the-mcdougalls-fairytale-fun

🎉✨ New Tour Date Announcement - Aberdeen! ✨🎉

🎭🌟 Our Fairytale Fun Show is heading to Aberdeen this January! 🌈🪄 It’s the perfect treat for the kids 👧🧒 and a fantastic introduction to live theatre 🎶🎤, featuring singalong songs like:

🎵 Old MacDonald Had a Farm!
🎵Humpty Dumpty!
🎵 Ten in the Bed!

📍 Where: Aberdeen Arts Centre
📅 When: Sat 18 Jan

🎟️✨ Grab your tickets now: www.mcdougallstheatre.com/tour 🌟🎶

🎉 Don’t miss out! 🪄💫

05/01/2025

🧚 HELP! The Fairy's magic wand has gone missing - and now there can be no happily ever afters!

Can you and your little ones help The McDougalls restore Fairytale Fun when they return to Aberdeen later this month?

Packed with singalong songs and classic tales, this is the perfect introduction to live theatre for children aged up to 9 and their families.

📆 18 January
🕐 1pm & 3pm
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/the-mcdougalls-fairytale-fun