Aberdeen Arts Centre

11/08/2026

Discover the next great song before everyone else.

Join us for Aberdeen Songwriter Sessions' second showcase, an evening of original music created and performed by talented local songwriters.

From heartfelt ballads to powerful new anthems, enjoy a night of live music celebrating creativity, community and homegrown talent, all in support of Save Aberdeen Arts Centre.

📆 22 August
🕐 7.15pm
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/singer-songwriter-showcase-2

10/08/2026

Join Artie for a sing-along spectacular as he takes you on a musical journey through the magical world of The Singing Kettle!

Packed with fun, laughter, and loads of audience participation, this is the show where everyone gets to join in the action!

Sing along to your favourite classics — “Tattie Soup,” “Buy Me A Banana,” “Little Bunny Fou Fou,” and the legendary “Shove Yer Granny Aff a Bus!”

All the clues are hidden in the original Singing Kettles — so get ready to shout, sing, and laugh along with Artie in this feel-good family show that’s kettle-full of memories!

📆 6 September
🕐 1pm & 3pm
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/arties-singing-kettle-live

09/08/2026

Embark on a journey through folk song and storytelling with The Apex Singers, the critically acclaimed vocal ensemble. Renowned for their intricate harmonies and gorgeous melodies, this live concert promises an unforgettable musical experience.

The Apex Singers are an eight-part vocal ensemble celebrated for their bespoke a ca****la arrangements of traditional folk songs from around the world. Their distinctive sound blends classical choral technique with traditional folk and contemporary a ca****la, creating a richly textured and captivating musical experience.

The Apex Singers regularly tour the UK and Ireland and have headlined festivals including the International Irish A Ca****la Festival, Bolton Choirs Festival, and Banstead Arts Festival. Their recordings have received widespread recognition, earning six Contemporary A Ca****la Recording Awards, three A Ca****la Video Awards, and the Best Music Video award at the British Independent Film Festival for The Mermaid Wife.

📆 13 August
🕐 7.30pm (Workshop 5pm)
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/the-apex-singers

08/08/2026

The timeless songs of the Traveling Wilburys, Roy Orbison, Jeff Lynne’s ELO, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers and The Beatles’ George Harrison all come to life tonight at Aberdeen Arts Centre!

Will we see you there? FINAL FEW TICKETS REMAINING!

📆 8 August
🕐 7.30pm
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/roy-orbison-the-traveling-wilburys-tribute-show

07/08/2026

Tonight, Stencil Magazine comes to life with an exclusive gothic runway exhibition to celebrate its first anniversary! Tickets to see the works of four emerging designers in the flesh are still available!

📆 7 August
🕐 7.30pm
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/stencil-a-runway-exhibition

06/08/2026

Aberdeen Folk Club's Summer of Music returns next week with headliners John Crawford and Martin MacDonald joined by Folk Club members.

John and Martin are both experienced performers in the twin worlds of traditional Scottish music and vintage blues and jazz. They will do two sets: in the first John will perform Scots ballads and songs with Martin performing a few pipe tunes on guitar. In the second they will adopt their alternative identities as the duo Yon Jeely Lairds, performing early blues and jazz from the likes of Bessie Smith and Jelly Roll Morton (two guitars, vocals and blues harp).

📆 14 August
🕐 7.30pm
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/aberdeen-folk-clubs-summer-of-music-john-crawford-and-martin-macdonald

06/08/2026

Thank you so, so much to everyone involved in Feed The Seagull Productions for this amazing achievement! Not only did you produce an absolutely incredible show, but the money you raised will help Aberdeen Arts Centre continue to be here for the local performing community. ❤

We are beyond proud to announce that this year’s 24 Hour Musical has raised an amazing £9.073.15 for the Save Aberdeen Arts Centre campaign💙

It takes are army to pull off a 24 Hour Musical, so thank you to our incredible cast, brilliant production team, endlessly generous local sponsors and amazing audience - you made this a 24 Hour Musical for the history books🫶

The fight to Save Aberdeen Arts Centre continues, find out more about how you can help protect the home of Aberdeen’s grassroots arts via the link below ⬇️

🔗 https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/save-aberdeen-arts-centre

06/08/2026

Drama classes are back this August!

Whether you're looking to build confidence, develop performance skills, meet new people or simply have fun, our welcoming classes offer a creative space to learn, grow and express yourself.

Wednesday classes start on 19 August!

Sign up here 👉 https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/creative-learning

05/08/2026

The three witches you love to hate are back and more magical than ever, flying high in Hocus Panto - a wicked Halloween pantomime!

Magical illusions, pop songs and things that go bump in the night all form the essential ingredients of this bewitching plot sure to delight youngsters and adults alike. The perfect treat (or trick) to celebrate All Hallows' Eve.

A ghoulishly spooktacular parody production with TaleGate Theatre Productions Ltd that will leave you spellbound.

📆 30-31 October
🕐 6pm (2pm Sat matinee)
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/hocus-panto

05/08/2026

What happens when a lifetime of memories comes rushing back in a single night?

Up A Close by Tina Conway is a moving and hilarious journey through love, family, friendship and growing up in 1970s Glasgow. Nominated for Best Scottish Play, this acclaimed production arrives at Aberdeen Arts Centre later this month.

📆 29 August
🕐 2.30pm & 7.30pm
🎟️ https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/up-a-close