Aberdeen Performing Arts Spring 2015

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MUSICALSThe Producers | Anything Goes | Dirty DancingBack by popular demand, Dirty Dancing returns to HMT for another hit run and will leave you having the time of your life!

DRAMABirdsong | The Full Monty | The MousetrapFrom gripping stories to hilarious comedy, our drama season will have you entertained and on the edge of your seat.

DANCEThe Nutcracker | Brendan Cole | Pasha KovalevScottish Ballet’s beautiful version of The Nutcracker opens our 2015 dance programme with two Strictly favourites coming to the Music Hall.

FAMILYBen and Holly | Sing-a-long-a Frozen |The Tiger Who Came To TeaAllow your family to “Let It Go” and sing all the hits when Sing-a-long-a Frozen comes to HMT.

OPERALa Traviata | Rigoletto | Il trovatoreExperience opera at its finest with performances from some of the top companies in the UK.

CLASSICALSteven Osborne | Ensembles | OrchestrasPowerful, virtuosic, moving and graceful. Experience the finest classical music at the Music Hall and be find yourself inspired to return for more.

CULTURE CAFÉChristopher Brookmyre | Maxwell Quartet |Word at the May FestivalAnother season of musicians and writers along with a special series for Word at the May Festival gives us the perfect lunchtime offering and a chance to relax and unwind for an early afternoon treat.

MUSICRick Wakeman | Joan Armatrading | Kurt Elling Legends, singer-songwriters, the coolest jazz, the best rock bands…our music line up has something for everyone!

NORTHERN ARCKarine Polwart | Karen Matheson | LauHigh octane, thrilling and always entertaining, Northern Arc pairs top Scottish acts with an artist of their choice in a one-off world exclusive performance you can only see at the Music Hall.

COMEDYAl Murray | David Sedaris | Alan Carr Alan Carr visits His Majesty’s Theatre for a five night run next August in the highlight of our comedy line up.

…to the fantastic new season atHis Majesty’s Theatre, the Music Hall and The Lemon Tree.Check out our top picks....

Welcome NEW SEASON PRIORITY BOOKINGAPA Friends booking fromTHURSDAY 20 NOVEMBERGeneral Booking fromTUESDAY 25 NOVEMBER

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Image:Scottish Ballet,The Nutcracker, page 22Front cover:To Kill a Mockingbird, page 18Reverse cover:Culture Café,Maxwell Quartet, page 32


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Image:Scottish Fiddle Orchestra, page 42

Contents Musicals 4

Drama 17

Dance 22

Family 24

Creative Learning 28

Opera 30

CULTURE CAFÉ 32

Classical - Ensembles 34

Classical 36

Roots 40

Music 45

Comedy & Spoken Word 49

Something Different 51

At a glance guide 53

Seating plans 56

Ticketing/venue info 58

CONTENTS For behind the scenes info and competitions follow us/aberdeenperformingarts@apawhatson


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Wednesday 21 January -Sunday 8 February 2015

Shrek the Musical Based on the award-winning DreamWorks animation film, Shrek the Musical is the must-see show for all the family.Join our unlikely hero and his loyal steed Donkey as they embark on a quest to rescue the beautiful (if slightly temperamental) Princess Fiona from a fire breathing, love-sick dragon. Add the diminutive Lord Farquaad, a gang of fairytale misfits, and a biscuit with attitude, and you’ve got the biggest, brightest musical comedy around!Featuring all new songs as well as cult Shrek anthem I’m a Believer, Shrek the Musical brings all the much-loved DreamWorks characters to life, live on stage, in an all-singing, all-dancing extravaganza. Join the adventure.

★★★★“ JOYOUS. The most fun you’ll ever have. A monster hit!”The Mirror

★★★★“ Deliciously funny. Spectacular.”Daily Telegraph

Wed - Sat 7pm, Thu 2pm, Sat 2pm, Sun 11am & 3pm

Tickets £43 - £18 inc. bf RPremium seats £51 - £43 inc. bf

★APA Friends £4 off opening 2 nights £2 off all other performances

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ACCESS Audio described & captioned:

Sun 8 February 11am.

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SCOTTISHPREMIERE

Review quotes from original London production© 2014 DWA LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Running time: 2hrs 20mins inc. interval


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HMTTuesday 3 - Saturday 14 March 2015

Jersey BoysThe West End phenomenon, Jersey Boys is touring the UK and Ireland for the very first time. This smash hit musical has won 55 major awards worldwide, including the OLIVIER AWARD for BEST NEW MUSICAL. Jersey Boys tells the true life story of four boys from the wrong side of the tracks who wrote their own songs, invented their own unique sound, and sold 175 million records worldwide. Featuring hit after legendary hit including Beggin’, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Oh What a Night, Sherry, Walk Like a Man, Bye Bye Baby, Big Girl’s Don’t Cry and many more , Jersey Boys is a story full of heart, humour and ‘sheer musical razzmatazz’ (The Sunday Express) you simply will never forget.

★★★★★“ Fight for a ticket to see Jersey Boys” Manchester Evening News

★★★★★“ Musical event of the year”Sale and Altrincham Messenger

DISCOUNTS

£10OFFAPA FRIENDS

£5OFFEARLY GROUPS

£2OFFGROUPS 10+

£2OFFCONCESSIONS

Wk.1: Tue - Sat 7.30pm, Wed & Thu 2pm, Sat 2.30pm Wk.2: Mon - Sat 7.30pm, Thu 2pm, Sat 2.30pm

Tickets £50.50 - £22.50 inc. bf RPremium seats £57.50 - £51.50 inc. bf

★APA Friends £10 off opening night £2 off all other performances


Sat 14 March 2.30pm,(preceded by Touch Tour).

Signed Thu 12 March 7.30pm.

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Tuesday 17 - Saturday 28 March 2015

The BodyguardThe Bodyguard, the award-winning musical based on the blockbuster film, is heading to Aberdeen in 2015 starring Alexandra Burke as Rachel Marron. Direct from its smash-hit West End run, the show is coming to His Majesty’s Theatre for 2 weeks only!Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge – what they don’t expect is to fall in love.A ‘BRILLIANT!’ (The Times), breathtakingly romantic thriller, The Bodyguard features a whole host of Whitney’s greatest hits including One Moment in Time, I Wanna Dance With Somebody and, of course, the legendary I Will Always Love You.

★★★★“The runaway gold-plated musical hit” Daily MailAlexandra Burke is not scheduled to perform at midweek or Saturday matinees including any revised matinee performances. The producers of The Bodyguard cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays. Please check website for full performance schedule.

DISCOUNTS

Mon - Sat 7.30pm, Wed 18 March 2pm, Thu 2pm, Sat 2.30pm

Tickets £47.50 - £17.50 RPremium seats £54.50 - £46.50

★APA Friends £4 off opening 2 nights and Mon 23 March £2 off all other performances (excl. Fri/Sat)


Sat 28 March 2.30pm,(preceded by Touch Tour).

Signed Thu 26 March 7.30pm.

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HMTWednesday 15 - Saturday 18 April 2015THE LYRIC PRESENTS

Sister ActMusic by ALAN MENKENLyrics by GLENN SLATERBook by CHERI STEINKELLNER & BILL STEINKELLNERAdditional Book Material DOUGLAS CARTER BEANEBased on the Touchstone Pictures Motion Picture “Sister Act”written by Joseph HowardThis amateur production is presented by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LTD.on behalf of MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL of NEW YORK

When Reno lounge singer Deloris Van Cartier witnesses her married lover committing murder, she is provided with safety and lodging in one of the last places she would have ever seen herself – a Convent. What follows is a hilarious yet touching story as Deloris gets to know the Sisters and uses her musical talents to breathe new life in to the dire sound of the Convent Choir – the result of which lands the Sisters with their ultimate audience – His Holiness the Pope!Get yourself along to see the team that brought you Annie and Singin’ In The Rain strut their funky stuff in this now much loved musical – it’s ‘Fabulous, Baby!’.

Wed - Sat 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm

Tickets £28 - £22 inc. bf


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Wednesday 22 -Saturday 25 April 2015ABERDEEN STUDENT CHARITIES’ CAMPAIGN PRESENTS

Tilly ElliotFit likey! Aberdeen Student Show returns for its 94th year to His Majesty’s Theatre, this year presenting Tilly Elliot, the heartwarming tale of a young Aberdonian following their dreams.

Last year we raised £80,000 forlocal charities so this is not somethingto be missed!www.studentshow.co.uk

DISCOUNTS

Wed, Thu & Sat 7.30pm, Fri 5pm & 8.30pm, Sat 2.30pm

Tickets £23 - £17 R★APA Friends £2 off all performances

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MUSICAL

MHThursday 23 April 2015

Tonight... From The West EndJoin us for an extravaganza of Musical Theatre as some of the hottest names from the West End and Broadway take to the stage in an all singing all dancing production featuring songs from the best loved shows. West End sensation Kerry Ellis known for her outstanding performance as Elphaba in the hit show Wicked both in the West End and on Broadway and having starred in Oliver!, Miss Saigon and Les Miserables - Kerry is back to blow you away with her renowned voice.Joining Kerry is the star that IS Adam Garcia - one of the UK’s best loved performers - dancer, singer, actor – Adam really is a triple threat. Most recently known as a judge on SKY 1’s Got To Dance show he has also appeared on the West End stage in Kiss Me Kate, Saturday Night Fever, Grease and Wicked.We are delighted to welcome direct from New York – Christina Bianco, who has taken the world by storm with her amazing voice and her uncanny talent to sing in the style of pretty much anyone! Recently described as “…a comic firecracker with a pyrotechnic voice”. Christina is currently in the West End right now starring in Forbidden Broadway.To top it all off, we have a 200 strong choir, 20 piece orchestra and Scotland’s leading soul choir – Soul Nation.

7.30pm

Tickets £35.20 - £23.10 inc. bf

Please note, artists may be subject to change at short notice due to contractual agreements.

Premium ticket price includesPRE-SHOW MEET AND GREET, VIP LANYARD, PHOTO OPPORTUNITY and PRIME SEATS

PREMIUMSEATS£66 inc.bf

Tickets available from venue or www.tonightproductions.co.uk

@tonightfromtonight – from the west end

ABERDEEN • THE MUSIC HALL • 23 APRILwww.aberdeenperformingarts.com

Join us for an all singing, all dancing extravaganza!

from theWest End...

TONIGHT PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS… IN ASSOCIATION WITH BEYOND BROADWAY PRODUCTIONS


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Tuesday 5 -Saturday 30 May 2015

WickedWinner of 100 international awards, Wicked has been casting its magical spell over audiences across the world for a decade and continues to break records at London’s Apollo Victoria Theatre, where it is now the 10th longest-running show in the West End.In a brilliantly witty re-imagining of the stories and characters created by L. Frank Baum in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Wicked tells the incredible untold story of an unlikely but profound friendship between two sorcery students. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfil their destinies as Glinda The Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.Packed with thrilling technical wizardry, stunning costumes and show-stopping songs (by Academy Award® winner Stephen Schwartz), Wicked is an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages.

★★★★★

“ Get a ticket for this show, any witch way you can!”Scottish Daily Mail

Mon - Sat 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm, wk 1 Wed 2pm,wk 2-4 Thu 2pm, wk 4 Tue 2pm

Tickets £56 - £26 inc. bf RPremium seats £76 - £73.50 inc. bf


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Audio described & captioned:Sat 23 May (matinee),

(preceded by Touch Tour)

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HMTTuesday 2 -Saturday 6 June 2015

Calamity JaneCalamity Jane can outrun and outshoot any man. Hard, boastful and desperate to impress, she travels to Chicago on the Deadwood Stage to recruit a star, Adelaid Adams. But things don’t go too smoothly for her and it takes Wild Bill Hickok to make her see sense, and realise her Secret Love…

With an Oscar nominated score that includes The Black Hills of Dakota, The Deadwood Stage (Whip-Crack-Away), Just Blew in from the Windy City and the award-winning song Secret Love, this brand new production of the classic musical from the highly acclaimed Watermill Theatre stars Jodie Prenger (Oliver!, Spamalot and One Man Two Guvnors) alongside Tom Lister (The Water Babies, Emmerdale) and a cast of multi-talented actor/musicians.

Tue - Sat 7.30pm, Wed & Thu 2pm, Sat 2.30pm




Sat 6 June 2.30pm,(preceded by Touch Tour).

Signed Thu 4 June 7.30pm.

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£2OFFGROUPS 10+

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Monday 22 - Saturday 27 June 2015

The ProducersBased on Mel Brooks’ much loved Academy Award winning movie, The Producers is the hilarious musical comedy that has taken Broadway and the West End by storm, winning a record-breaking 12 Tony Awards® and 3 Olivier Awards.Impoverished by a string of flops, New York producer Max Bialystock recruits timid accountant Leo Bloom to help him pull off Broadway’s greatest scam. They aim to produce the worst show ever and run away with millions, but they soon learn that showbusiness can kick you in the teeth.From the producer of sell-out successes Midnight Tango and Dance ’Til Dawn and acclaimed Top Hat director Matthew White, The Producers features a riotous mix of eccentric characters and show stopping songs.Featuring the all time classic Springtime For Hitler and starring award-winning comedian Jason Manford, The Producers is one of the funniest Broadway musicals of all time.

www.theproducersmusical.co.ukfacebook.com/theproducersmusical#producerstour

Mon - Sat 7.30pm, Thu 2pm, Sat 2.30pm



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or call 01224 337605

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HMTWednesday 1 - Saturday 4 July 2015IN ITS 75TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR, ABERDEEN OPERA COMPANY IS DELIGHTEDTO RETURN TO HMT WITH THE UK AMATEUR PREMIERE OF DOLLY PARTON’S

9 To 5: The MusicalMusic & lyrics by Dolly Parton Book by Patricia ResnickBased on the 20th Century Fox PictureThis amateur production is presented by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd.on behalf of Music Theatre International of New York.

9 To 5 is the hilarious musical comedy based on the hit movie, that centres on three office workers who turn the tables on the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. In a hilarious turn of events, Violet, Judy and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy - giving their boss the boot!Outrageous, thought provoking and even a little romantic, 9 To 5 The Musical is about teaming up and taking care of business. Featuring original numbers from Dolly Parton’s Oscar, Tony® and Grammy Award nominated score including Backwoods Barbie, Shine Like the Sun and the original hit song 9 To 5.

Wed & Thu 7.30pm, Fri 5pm & 8.30pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm

Tickets £28 - £21 inc. bf CGR★APA Friends £4 off opening night


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Monday 20 - Saturday 25 July 2015

Anything GoesMusic and Lyrics by Cole PorterOriginal Book by P.G. Wodehouse & Guy Bolton & Howard Lindsay & Russel CrouseNew Book by Timothy Crouse & John WeidmanOriginally produced by Lincoln Centre Theatre, New York City

Cole Porter’s classic, multi-award winning musical-comedy, Anything Goes sails into town in this brand new production!When Billy Crocker discovers that his heart’s desire, debutante heiress Hope Harcourt is engaged to an English aristocrat, he stows away aboard the S.S. American to win her back. Aided by a string of eccentric passengers on board the luxurious transatlantic liner, can this web of love be untangled before they reach Southampton?Featuring a sensational cast of 26 including Shaun Williamson (EastEnders, One Man, Two Guv’nors), Kate Anthony (Coronation Street) and Olivier Award nominees Debbie Kurup (The Bodyguard) and Matt Rawle (Evita), Cole Porter’s uplifting masterpiece of music and dance includes the magnificent songs I Get A Kick Out of You, You’re the Top, It’s De-Lovely and Anything Goes. Hop aboard for sassy heroines, mischievous mob bosses, comedy capers and tap dancing sailors in this hilarious tale of romance and hi-jinks on the high seas.





Sat 25 July 2.30pm,(preceded by Touch Tour).

Signed Thu 23 July 7.30pm.

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£5OFFEARLY GROUPS

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HMTTuesday 8 September -Saturday 3 October 2015

Dirty Dancing -The Classic Story On StageFollowing its phenomenal run in 2012, the record-breaking sensation returns to Aberdeen for 4 weeks only.Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage is an unprecedented live experience, exploding with heart-pounding music, passionate romance and sensationally sexy dancing. Seen by millions across the globe, this worldwide smash-hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds, who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives.Featuring hit songs including Hungry Eyes, Hey! Baby, Do You Love Me? and the heart-stopping (I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life, don’t miss your chance to see the fastest selling show in West End history.

You’ll have the time of your life!

Mon - Thu 7.30pm, Fri 5pm & 8.30pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm

Tickets £50.50 - £26 inc. bf RPremium seats £65.50 - £60.50 inc. bf

★APA Friends £5 off * if booked before 30 June 2015(excl. Fri 8.30 & both Sat performances)


Sat 26 September 2.30pm,(preceded by Touch Tour).

Signed Thu 24 September 7.30pm.

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HMTTuesday 10 - Saturday 14 February 2015THE ORIGINAL THEATRE COMPANY & BIRDSONG PRODUCTIONS LTDSebastian Faulks

BirdsongStage Version By Rachel WagstaffDirected By Alastair WhatleyMarking the 100th anniversary of the First World War, Birdsong is the hit, critically acclaimed stage show based on the world famous novel by Sebastian Faulks.In pre-war France, a young Englishman Stephen Wraysford embarks on a passionate and dangerous affair with the beautiful Isabelle Azaire that turns their world upside down.As the war breaks out over the idyll of his former life, Stephen must lead his men through the carnage of the Battle of the Somme and through the sprawling tunnels that lie deep underground.Faced with the unprecedented horror of the war Stephen clings to the memory of Isabelle as his world explodes around him.A mesmerising story of love and courage. Set both before and during the Great War.Following on from the 2013/14 National tours, seen by over 130,000 people, now it is your chance to experience this stunning piece of theatre live on stage.www.birdsongthetour.comfacebook.com/birdsongthetour twitter.com/birdsongthetour

Tue - Sat 7.30pm, Thu 2pm, Sat 2.30pm


★APA Friends 2 for 1 first two nights £4 off all other performances

ACCESSDISCOUNTS

2FOR1APA FRIENDS

2FOR1EARLY GROUPS

£5OFFGROUPS 8+

NOBOOKING

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OFFER£2OFFCONCESSIONS

Audio described & captioned:Sat 14 February 2.30pm,

(preceded by Touch Tour).Signed Thu 12 February 7.30pm.

★★★★“ It left me choked up and

blinking back the tears at the end.” The Daily Telegraph

★★★★“Moving, gripping,

dramatically electrifying and outstanding.”

The Times


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Sat 21 February 2.30pm,(preceded by Touch Tour).

Signed Thu 19 February 7.30pm.

HMTMonday 16 - Saturday 21 February 2015

To Kill a MockingbirdSet in the Deep South, Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel sees racial injustice envelop a small-town community. Through courage and compassion, lawyer Atticus Finch seeks the truth, and his feisty daughter, Scout - a young girl on the cusp of adulthood - brings new hope to a neighbourhood in turmoil.This utterly enchanting and enthralling production from London’s award-winning Regent’s Park Theatre captures the warmth and poignancy of this best-loved classic with genuine heart and emotional depth. A story as moving and magical as you could ever hope to find.

★★★★★“ Terrifi c retelling of Harper Lee’s classic

makes dramatic gold” The Times

“An enchanting, heartfelt adaptation.” Mail on Sunday


Tickets £27.50 - £20 inc. bf RPremium seats £32.50 - £30.50 inc. bf

★APA Friends 2 for 1 opening night £4 off all other performances

DISCOUNTS

2FOR1APA FRIENDS

2FOR1EARLY GROUPS

£5OFFGROUPS 8+

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Sat 4 April 2.30pm,(preceded by Touch Tour).Signed Thu 2 April 7.30pm.

HMTMonday 30 March -Saturday 4 April 2015

The Full MontyThe Full Monty took Aberdeen by storm when it opened to rave reviews last year. Now it’s back starring Gary Lucy, Andrew Dunn, Louis Emerick, Rupert Hill, Martin Miller and Bobby Schofield.Simon Beaufoy, the Oscar winning writer of the film, has gone all the way with this hilarious and heartfelt adaptation that’s getting standing ovations every night.With songs from the film by Donna Summer, Hot Chocolate and Tom Jones, this award-winning production is one huge package of laughs and emotion coming to Aberdeen direct from London’s West End.

“ TERRIFIC” The Sunday Times

WINNER BEST TOURING PRODUCTION UK THEATRE AWARDSGO ON…DROP EVERYTHING AND BOOK TODAY!


Tickets £31.50 - £14.50 inc. bf R★APA Friends £4 off opening night £2 off all other performances

DISCOUNTS

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THE SENSATIONAL SMASH HIT RETURNS!

CHUFFING BRILLIANT Daily Mail

CHUFFING CHAMPION

Mail on Sunday

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The MousetrapThe legendary, record-breaking, Box Office smash hit thriller returns! A classic. A landmark. A legend.The Mousetrap is famous around the world for being the longest running show of any kind in the history of theatre, with over 25,000 performances and now the 60th anniversary production is back by popular demand following a record breaking sell out week in 2013.The scene is set when a group of people gathered in a country house cut off by the snow discover, to their horror, that there is a murderer in their midst. Who can it be? One by one the suspicious characters reveal their sordid pasts until at the last, nerve-shredding moment the identity and the motive are finally revealed.In her own inimitable style, Dame Agatha Christie has created an atmosphere of shuddering suspense and a brilliantly intricate plot where murder lurks around every corner.

“ The cleverest murder mystery of British Theatre”The Telegraph

Tue - Sat 7.30pm, Thu 2pm, Sat 2.30pm


★APA Friends 2 for 1 opening night £4 off all other performances


Sat 2 May 2.30pm,(preceded by Touch Tour).

Signed Thu 30 April 7.30pm.

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Doors will open an hour early at which point the pie and the pint will be available

Tickets £11 inc. bf (Includes a pint, a glass of wine or soft drink and a pie (inc. veggie option))

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HMTTuesday 1 - Saturday 5 September 2015NATIONAL THEATRE

The Curious Incident of theDog in the Night-timeWinner of seven 2013 Olivier Awards, this highly- acclaimed National Theatre production, embarks on its first ever nationwide tour from December 2014.Christopher, fifteen years old, has an extraordinary brain – exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. When he falls under suspicion of killing Mrs Shears’ dog, it takes him on a journey that upturns his world…Based on the award-winning novel by Mark Haddon, adapted by Simon Stephens and directed by Marianne Elliott, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is a thrilling new stage play from the National Theatre.

“ A phenomenal combination of storytelling and spectacle.”The Times


Tickets £30.50 - £11.50 inc. bf Premium seats £35.50 - £31.50 inc. bf CGSRFamily ticket (2 adults, 2 children) £4 off per ticket

★APA Friends £4 off opening night £2 off other performances

Tuesday 2 - Saturday 6 December Tue - Fri 6pm, Thu & Sat 1pm

The King’s Kilt by Rona Munro

Aberdeen Performing Arts and Oran Mor present

You loved it so much last season, that we just had to bring it back, this time with an extra Thursday lunchtime performance of each play!A Play, A Pie and A Pint returns - a tasty bite, your favourite tipple and top new theatre.

Not enough drama in your life?Top up after work.

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E HMTWednesday 14 -Saturday 17 January 2015SCOTTISH BALLET

The NutcrackerScottish Ballet proudly presents Peter Darrell’s The Nutcracker, lovingly recreated for the 21st century audience and touring winter 2014/15.Now audiences can share this dream-making production with families and friends once more, over 40 years since it first premiered.After a fun-filled Christmas party full of magic and celebrations, young Clara falls asleep and dreams that she helps the Nutcracker Prince to defeat an army of giant mice. She is rewarded by a visit to the glittering Land of Ice and Snow, where snowflakes come to life, sparkling as they dance – and the magical Kingdom of Sweets – the enchanted Realm of the beautiful Sugar Plum Fairy.Peter Darrell’s magical world of The Nutcracker has been reimagined by Olivier Award winning designer Lez Brotherston, adding sumptuous layers of plush Victoriana and traditional festive fare to the original 1973 production.The Scottish Ballet Orchestra accompanies live, performing the world famous Tchaikovsky score.

ACCESS Audio described:

Sat 17 January 2015 2pm,(preceded by Touch Tour)

Wed - Sat 7.30pm, Thu 2pm, Sat 2pm

Tickets £31.50 - £13.50 inc. bf CGSRPremium seats £41.50 - £37.50 inc. bf

★APA Friends £3 off all performances

DISCOUNTS

£3OFFAPA FRIENDS

£2OFFGROUPS 8+

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FREE PRE-SHOW TALKSThu 15 January 6.30pm - 7pm (focus on dance)Fri 16 January 6.30pm - 7pm (focus on music)Call Box Offi ce to book.

FAMILY INSIGHT Sat 17 January 11am - 12.30pmLearn about the characters, story and costumes in a way that will appeal to both young and old.Age 6+. Tickets £5.50/£3.50 concession.

BALLET CAFE Tue 13 January 2pm - 5pmTake part in a gentle beginners’ dance session, listen to an illustrated talk and chat over a cup of tea and cake. Tickets £10.


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★Tickets £39.05 - £36.85 inc. bf CR

MHSaturday 28 February 2015

Brendan Cole:A Night to RememberFollowing his last sell out tour of Licence to Thrill, Strictly Come Dancing’s Brendan Cole is once again set to dazzle audiences across the UK with his brand new show, A Night to Remember.Brendan, one of Strictly Come Dancing’s most charismatic choreographers and performers, will host throughout as he leads his cast on a journey of music and dance in a spectacular night of theatrical entertainment. Loaded with ballroom magic and Latin excitement, Brendan’s newest live music and dance extravaganza will be 2015’s must see show!

HMTThursday 26 February 2015JASMIN VARDIMON COMPANY PRESENTS

Park“Extraordinary… a sexy and beautiful dance piece”New Statesman

Sadler’s Wells Associate Artist Jasmin Vardimon returns with her critically-acclaimed dance theatre production, Park.Park is an urban oasis, a place of refuge from ordinary life where eight characters play, fight, fall in love and learn to survive. In this playground of relationships, young lovers wrestle in a historic fountain, a graffiti artist sprays his story, a busker finds his only appreciative audience in a bag lady and a flag-waving bully rants worn out political beliefs. Their stories intertwine creating a modern day fairytale that is alternately sharp, funny and cruel.Reworked for 2014 with new 3D imaging and multi talented cast Park presents a breathtaking collision of highly acute physical theatre, text, athletic dance and funky music, delivering fresh statements about our time.

“Vividly physical and quirky performances.”The Times

7.30pm

★Tickets £23 - £17 inc. bf CGSR7.30pm

★Tickets £28.60 - £26.40 inc. bf R

MHTuesday 14 April 2015

Pasha Kovalev:Life Through DanceIn this amazing new show starring Pasha and his sensational dancers, the audience will be transported into the world of Ballroom and Latin Dance with all it’s glitter and sequence. Life Through Dance is a non-stop action and sparkles packed journey through life and love, expressed by the language of dance, featuring breathtaking choreography, sensational music and amazing costumes.A fun and exciting adventure for the entire family, there will even be the opportunity to participate and experience ‘live on stage’ the favourite dance styles as seen on TV.


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Check with Box Office for full performance schedule

Tickets £28.50 - £22.50 inc. bf CGSR Family ticket £97 - £73 inc. bf R★APA Friends £4 off opening weekend, £2 off selected other performances

Relaxed Performance Monday 21 December 2015 1pm, £10.50 inc. bf (all tickets)

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HMTSaturday 28 November 2015 - Sunday 3 January 2016

Peter PanGet ahead and hook your seats for our next pantomime extravaganza Peter Pan.

Join Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, Wendy and the Lost Boys on theirswashbuckling journey to save Neverland from the villainous

Captain Hook, his bumbling sidekick Smee andtheir crew of dastardly pirates.

It’s an adventure you won’t want to miss – book early!

Check with Box Office for full performance schedule

Tickets £27 - £21.50 inc. bf CGSR Family ticket £95 - £69 inc. bf R★APA Friends £4 off opening weekend, £2 off selected other performances

Relaxed Performance Friday 2 January 2015 1pm, £10 inc. bf (all tickets)

HMTSaturday 29 November 2014 - Sunday 4 January 2015

Beauty and the BeastHis Majesty’s Theatre invites you to the most spectacular family pantomime

Beauty and the Beast.Join Aberdeen favourites Elaine C Smith, Alan McHugh and Jordan Young

in this magical story featuring unforgettable characters, lots of comedy, plenty of glitz and glamour and sensational musical numbers

- this is pantomime at its best!

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Fri 10am & 1.30pm, Sat 11am & 2pm, Sun 12noon & 3pm

Tickets £14.50 inc. bf G Family ticket £51 inc. bf

MHFriday 13 - Sunday 15 February 2015

The Singing KettleThe Big PartyIt’s the last chance to see The Singing Kettle! This will be the final shows ever from Scotland’s favourite Children’s Entertainers. Before they go however, they’re having a PARTY and you are all invited for a final hurrah! Anya, Kevin and Gary will be at their breathtaking best for their spectacular The Big Party show. Bursting with surprises, the legendary “Kettle Openings” lead the way to a non-stop, singalong frenzy of favourite songs that will have you joining in from start to finish.Some lucky children will end up on stage to join in the action and you will play the most gigantic party games that will delight and mesmerise all ages. Only the Singing Kettle can deliver as much fun in one show.

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DON’T MISS THEIR LAST EVER SHOW!

Join Mrs Potty and her teamfor your Christmas dining package*

2 courses from £153 courses from £19

Under 10’s 2 courses & fruit juice £8

(*no discounts apply and tickets are not included.Package available on all 1.45pm/2.30pm

& 7pm performances.)

Beasts brunchAvailable on Sundays from 11am andall other 1pm & 5pm performances

Book your table now on 01224 337677email [email protected]

or online at www aberdeenperformingarts.com

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10.30am & 1.30pm (Sat-Thu), 4pm selected dates

Tickets £8.80 (previews £5.50) inc. bf

Nurseries & schools £5.50 inc. bf

LTMonday 8 - Wednesday 31 DecemberFROZEN CHARLOTTE PRODUCTIONS AND APA PRESENT

RobinWith more Christmas mail than ever before we need Robins like you who can get the job done! This Christmas, Robin (not so reliant) will be getting his feathers a twist,

But we guarantee first class fun and seasonal cheer will be delivered

(on time).A new show for everyone

aged between 3 and 6 and their families and

friends from the makers of A Million Miles Away… and Too Many Penguins?

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1pm, 4pm

Tickets £17.50 - £15.50 inc. bf RFamily ticket £59 inc. bf R

HMTWednesday 8 & Thursday 9 April 2015

Octonautsand the Deep SeaVolcano AdventureGet ready to embark on an exciting new mission with the quirky and courageous underwater adventure heroes, The Octonauts!Starring Captain Barnacles, Kwazii, and Peso, the brand new stage show, Octonauts and the Deep Sea Volcano Adventure brings the entire crew of the Octonauts to life on stage for the very first time!Visit amazing underwater worlds full of adventure, with surprises around every corner, in this action-packed, musical interactive new stage show.

1pm, 4pm

Tickets £17.50 - £15.50 inc. bf RFamily ticket £59 inc. bf R

HMTWednesday 8 - Thursday 9 July 2015

Ben and Holly’s Little KingdomFrom the makers of Peppa Pig comes this BAFTA award-winning television animation live on stage! Holly is a young Fairy Princess, who is still learning how to fly and her magic doesn’t always go quite according to plan. Her best friend, Ben the Elf, doesn’t have wings and he doesn’t do magic, but he runs very fast and flies on the back of Gaston the Ladybird. They live in the Little Kingdom, a tiny land where flowers and grass rise high above them and every day is an adventure.Join Ben and Holly, and their friends on this exciting, enchanting and magical musical adventure packed full of games, songs and laughter.

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11am & 3.30pm

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HMTFriday 10 - Saturday 11 July 2015

Sing-along-a-FrozenSingalonga Productions are delighted to announce that Disney’s Frozen is the new Singalonga must see! A screening of Disney’s Frozen with lyrics on screen to help you sing along with Elsa and Anna,. Introduced by a live host who will show you how to use your interactive fun pack and judge the fancy dress competition then just sit back and ‘Let it Go’! YOU the audience can be the stars!Remember to dress up as your favourite character for the fancy dress parade and be a Snow Queen for the day or Olaf the snowman, the coolest iceman ever! Come on an epic journey to find Anna’s sister Elsa, the Snow Queen and put an end to her icy spell. Sooooo ‘do you wanna build a snowman…..?’

Mon 1.30pm & 4.30pm, Tue 10.30am & 1.30pm

Tickets £14 inc. bf GSR

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Have you always wanted to see behind

the scenes? Then join us for a tour of His

Majesty’s TheatreExplore the magic of His Majesty’s Theatre and get an insight into its 108-year-old history and inner workings.Public Tours run on most Saturday mornings and last an hour and 15 minutes. Tickets cost £5 and £3 concession

with funds going to the creative learning programme -tickets available from Box Office 01224 641122.

Mid-week tours for groups can also be arranged according to production schedule. For information please contact

[email protected].

Age recommendation: 5+ years

HMTMonday 10 - Tuesday 11 August 2015

The Tiger WhoCame to TeaFollowing a smash-hit West End season, the tea-guzzling tiger is back on the road in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos! A stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem...,expect to be surprised!David Wood OBE is undisputedly the country’s leading writer and director of plays and musicals for children. His many successes include Fantastic Mr Fox, The Gingerbread Man, BFG, The Witches, Meg and Mog, Spot and Babe the Sheep Pig.

“a rare and grrreat achievement” Mail on Sunday

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G APA Youth TheatreAPA Youth Theatre gives young people aged 5 – 18 the opportunity to get involved in drama, nurtures young creative talent and helps build creativity, confidence and communication skills.We run our youth theatre with the same ethos as a professional company and we work with professional theatre artists in a supportive environment.In addition to our weekly drama classes you can get involved in other projects.

Our young actors have performed nationally and internationally from San Francisco to Stavanger.

APA PLAY (Primary 1 – 3)Saturday mornings – Creating a spark of fun by introducing children to the world of theatre through fun and engaging games and stories.

APA CREATE (Primary 4 – 7)Saturday mornings – Creating a spark of confidence by developing acting skills and a love for the performing arts!

JUNIOR YOUTH THEATRE(Secondary 1 and 2)Thursday evenings – a spark of creativity by developing theatre making skills through creating short plays and performances.

INTERMEDIATE YOUTH THEATRE (Secondary 3 and 4)Wednesday evenings – Creating a spark of understanding by honing performance skills and learning how to stage a production.

SENIOR YOUTH THEATRE (Secondary 5 & 6)Tuesday evenings – Igniting the sparks by challenging skills, learning how to work with scripts and producing high quality theatre performances.


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Come and create a spark with APAFind out about our classes, about our workshop programme, how our programme can help you achieve Arts Award accreditation or any other query about creative learning [email protected] or call 01224 337664.

APA Youth MusicFrom an early age, music can play a huge role in our lives - for enjoyment, stimulation, creativity and learning. Our youth music programme offers a range of opportunities to introduce music-making, hone skills, create with others and learn from the best.

TEENY TINY TUNES(2 - 4 years)Creating the first spark through a fun, colourful and interactive music experience for wee ones and their grown ups.

JUNIOR GLEE(Primary 4 – 7)Pick a song you love, add a harmony or two and perform it with style. Singing is an excellent way for aspiring young musicians to get to grips with harmony and musical choices.

SENIOR GLEE (Secondary 1 – 6)Using song and singing to develop musicianship, arrangement choices of a range of music and a slick and professional performance style.

CREATIVE MUSIC INDUSTRIES (Secondary 3 – 19 years)Creating a spark of initiative with aspiring songwriters and bands. Write a song, record it, release it and play a gig at The Lemon Tree – with the help of some top musicians.

CREATIVE LEARNING

Creative learning is at the heart of everything we do, engaging and inspiring young people of all ages and abilities to explore and participate in music making and drama.Our programmes and projects are led by experienced industry professionals in a safe and friendly environment. We offer you art form skills and techniques to a high level, performance opportunities on our stages and the chance to have fun and make friends.All classes cost £50 per term and there are three 10 week terms per year.

If you want to be part of the creative life of APA, if you want to start a lifelong relationship with our venues - His Majesty’s Theatre, the Music Hall and The Lemon Tree and if you are aged between 2 - 19, then Engage! is for you.

INSPIRING | EXPLORING | ENGAGING

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HMTSaturday 11 April 2015OPERA & BALLET INTERNATIONAL PROUDLY PRESENT AN ELLEN KENT PRODUCTION - VERDI’S

Rigoletto The masterpiece they tried to ban

Starring Vladimir Dragos as RigolettoFeaturing a magnificent golden eagle with a seven-foot wingspan.A stunning traditional production recapturing the decadence of Renaissance Italy with lavish sets and opulent costumesVerdi’s masterpiece Rigoletto is a dramatic tale of the jester’s daughter whose heart is stolen by a charming but unreliable ruler – and how her father’s attempts to prevent the love affair lead to tragedy. The opera was almost banned because it exposed the licentious behaviour of the powers-that-be at court.Featuring the two of the most celebrated tenor arias La Donna è Mobile and Questa o Quella justly turned into classics by Caruso, Rigoletto is based on a play by Victor Hugo, who wrote Les Miserables.

“ Brilliantly sung by Vladimir Dragos’ ” The Times (Royal Albert Hall)

Sung in Italian with English surtitles

7.30pm

Tickets £35 - £17 inc. bf CGR★APA Friends £4 off

HMTFriday 10 April 2015OPERA & BALLET INTERNATIONAL PROUDLY PRESENT AN ELLEN KENT PRODUCTION - VERDI’S

La TraviataStarring Elena Dee and Alyona KistenyovaThe love story that gripped Paris Back by public demandA tragic tale of searing passion and memorable music, La Traviata is Verdi’s outstanding interpretation of one of the most popular love stories of the 19th century, La Dame aux Camelias.Based on a true story, it tells of the passionate loves and life of the consumptive courtesan, Violetta. There are many echoes of Verdi’s own life in Traviata and he threw himself into the music. The highlights include the Brindisi, the best known drinking song in opera, the duet Un Di Felice and Violetta’s haunting aria Addio Del Passato.This magnificent production boasts sumptuous sets and costumes.

“ First-rate singing” The Stage

“ Uplifting, charming, heroic and fi nally tear-jerking” Liverpool Echo

Sung in Italian with English surtitles

PLEASE NOTE SOME SCENES CONTAIN NUDITYCast subject to change Cast subject to change


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HMTThursday 11 & Saturday 13 June 2015SCOTTISH OPERA PRESENTS VERDI’S

Il trovatoreSung in Italian with English supertitlesRevival of the 2001 production.Opera at its grandest, Il trovatore is packed with a dizzying succession of full-blooded melodies. Director Peter Watson’s production is dark and menacing, giving the monumental story the space it deserves, and a majestic backdrop for a cast and chorus of over 50. A gypsy woman is discovered in the castle of the Count di Luna, crouched over the cradle of his youngest son. When the boy falls ill, she is burned at the stake for witchcraft. Her daughter, crazed with grief, snatches the child intending to kill him, but in her madness, throws her own son onto the fire. Jealousy, revenge, love and hate collide as the opera crashes towards its inexorable conclusion.The cast includes some of the UK’s finest singers including Claire Rutter (Turandot 2014) and Matthew Best (Tosca 2005). Tobias Ringborg (Rigoletto 2011) conducts.

Thu & Sat 7.30pm

Tickets £54 - £17.50 inc. bf R U26s £10 inc. bf R★APA Friends £4 off Thursday performance

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Audio described:Sat 13 June 7.30pm,

(preceded by Touch Tour, 6pm)

Il trovatore UnwrappedA FREE HOUR LONG TASTERFriday 12 June at 6pm

Pre-show talk Saturday 13 June at 6pm

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★Tickets £8 inc. bf CG Add £8 for lunch

ADD SOME CULTURE TO YOUR LUNCHTIMEEnjoy an hour of top writers talking about their work or lush classical musicians reciting some of the best pieces of work.

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Wednesday 4 February 2015

Laura van der Heijden (cello)with Tom Poster (piano)Winner of the BBC Young Musician Competition in 2012 at the age of 15, cellist Laura van der Heijden has already made a name for herself as a very special emerging talent. Laura has already had many prizes and awards bestowed on her including the Landgraf von Hessen prize at the prestigious international masterclass at the Kronberg Academy. Her debut Music Hall programme includes classics by Beethoven and Schubert and a recent work by Graham Fitkin.

Wednesday 8 April 2015

Maxwell Quartet(String quartet)Hailed as “one of the front-runners” in young UK ensembles (Classical Music Magazine, 2013) the Maxwell Quartet are rapidly emerging as a dynamic and exciting force in the chamber music world, with an unparalleled drive and commitment to expanding the string quartet repertoire.The quartet was formed in 2010 at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, where its founding members met as postgraduate students. Upon winning the major chamber music prizes, in 2011 they were selected as the Royal Conservatoire’s first ever Young Artists in Residence/Junior Fellows in Chamber Music.

Thursday 11 December

Ian Watt (Guitar)Aberdeenshire born guitarist Ian Watt returns to his home town having picked up a host of prestigious awards and acclaim from across the globe. He has appeared as a concerto soloist with emsembles including the Los Angeles Chamber, BBC SSO and City of London Sinfonia, has performed recitals in every corner from China to America, and released two critically acclaimed albums of British and Spanish guitar music.“a guitarist of outstanding skill and originality”Classical Guitarist

Wednesday 6 May 2015

A.L. Kennedy(Writer)AL Kennedy is one of the brightest talents on the current literary scene, a writer of dazzling prose, a stylist of real distinction who has won a host of literary awards, including the prestigious Costa Book of the Year Award. Her novels include So I am glad, Day and Everything You Need. Her latest short story collection is All the Rage. She is Associate Professor of Creative Writing at the University of Warwick. She has also moonlighted as a stand-up comic, and is a wonderfully witty and engaging performer of her own work.

Wednesday 11 March 2015

Christopher Brookmyre(Writer)Christopher Brookmyre made an immediate impact with his stunning debut novel Quite Ugly One Morning, gaining a cult following which has grown with each subsequent book. The titles give a clue – Boiling a Frog, A Big Boy Did It and Ran Away, One Fine Day in the Middle of the Night… There’s a wild, dark, anarchic sense of humour at work here, and it’s linked to a real gift for storytelling. He’s usually listed as a ‘crime writer’ (sub-genre Tartain Noir). But that’s not the half of it. His most recent novels are Flesh Wounds and Dead Girl Walking.


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LAUREATES’ EVENT 7.30pm

Carol Ann Duffy, Liz Lochhead, Gillian Clarkewith music by John SampsonCAROL ANN DUFFY, the UK’s Poet Laureate, has single-handedly brought poetry to a mass audience with work that is sublimely beautiful, deeply moving, outrageously funny, and above all, accessible. She reaches all ages and has read to audiences of school pupils numbering thousands. She has redefined the Laureateship for the 21st Century, and in performance she is mesmerising.

LIZ LOCHHEAD is Scotland’s Makar, or Poet Laureate (a post in which she succeeded the great Edwin Morgan). She is a much loved poet and dramatist (her play Mary Queen of Scots got her head chopped off is a modern classic). Her work is hugely popular with all ages and she recently published a representative selection, A Choosing: The Selected Poems.

GILLIAN CLARKE is the National Poet of Wales and her many awards include the Queen’s Gold Medal for Poetry. She is also a successful playwright. With Carol Ann Duffy she has read to thousands of school pupils and she is part of the GCSE Poetry Live team. Her latest poetry collection is Ice. Like her fellow Laureates she is a powerfully impressive reader of her own work.

CULTURE CAFE

TWO FABULOUS EVENTS AT THE MUSIC HALL’S CULTURE CAFÉIn the run-up to the University’s May Festival, we present two unmissable literary events on the one day, featuring some of the very best writers ever to visit Aberdeen.

With University of Aberdeenand Aberdeen Performing Arts

James Kelman 1pm

JAMES KELMAN is the most influential Scottish writer of his generation. He’s a Booker Prize winner (for How Late it was, How Late), an internationally renowned novelist and short story writer, dramatist, essayist and polemicist who has drawn comparisons with Beckett and Kafka. Outspoken and politically engaged, he brings an uncompromising integrity to everything he does. But the work is grounded in a profound humanity, shot through with a dark (and recognisably Glaswegian) sense of humour. Hearing him read his own work is an unforgettable experience.

★Tickets £8* inc. bf CG Add £8 for lunchSaturday 23 May 2015

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Ensemble SeasonFrom some of the world’s most popular classical music to world premieres of brand new work, the first Aberdeen ensemble season has a little bit of everything.Scotland is blessed with a magnificent range of classical ensembles – the baroque magnificence of the Dunedin Consort, the eclectic vibrancy of the Scottish Ensemble, and the contemporary diversity of the Hebrides and Red Note Ensembles. They are joined in this inaugural season by La Serenissima, one of the world’s leading exponents of the music of Vivaldi, in its 21st year performing the composer’s best known work, and by the Orchestre D’Auvergne from Clermont Ferrand in France, performing three world premieres. Join these wonderful musicians for a season of outstanding music in the incomparable acoustic of the Music Hall.

Tickets £13 inc. bf under 26s £5 under 16s Free

Friday 24 April 2015 7.30pm MH

Dunedin ConsortPurcell & Handel Royal MusicHandel Coronation Anthems: Zadok the Priest My heart is inditingPurcell Ode to St CeciliaJohn Butt DirectorOriginally composed for the coronation of George II in 1727, Handel’s coronation anthems Zadok the Priest and My heart is inditing are among his best-loved choral pieces. With the splendour of trumpets and drums and their rousing beginnings, we hear Handel at his most extroverted. The Ode to St Cecilia is one of Henry Purcell’s largest choral works and presents a fitting tribute to the patron saint of music. Purcell makes use of a number of dance forms, typifying the elegance and poise that were to become hallmarks of the English baroque.

Thursday 26 March 2015 7.30pm MH

Dunedin ConsortBach’s St Matthew PassionJohn Butt DirectorNicholas Mulroy EvangelistRobert Davies JesusJS Bach’s St Matthew Passion was first performed at Easter between 1727 and 1729, and has since become one of the towering works of classical music. It brings together two orchestras and choruses to create a powerful meditation on the story of Christ’s crucifixion, as related by the Gospel of Matthew. Using similar forces and instruments to those that Bach would have used, the Dunedin Consort makes use of 8 individual solo voices alongside the group’s characteristically virtuosic instrumental players, highlighting a real sense of clarity and emotional expression in exploring what is often considered Bach’s masterpiece.

Tuesday 21 April 2015 7.30pm MH

Hebrides EnsembleHorn Quintets Mozart Horn Quintet in E-flat major, K. 407James MacMillan Horn Quintet

Hebrides Ensemble bring together two very different Horn Quintets, one by Mozart, which makes full use of the tone and personality of the horn, and a more abstract work by James MacMillan featuring ‘hunting’ and ‘battle’ horn exclamations with light dancing melodies.


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Friday 15 May 2015 7.30pm MH

Scottish EnsembleFrom Russia with LoveTchaikovsky Andante Cantabile, Op.11Shostakovich Chamber Symphony No.1 in C minor Op.110a (arr. Barshai)Shostakovich Two Pieces, Op.11Tchaikovsky Serenade for Strings in C major, Op.48Shostakovich and Tchaikovsky: two musical giants who painted their turbulent inner lives onto musical canvasses with irrepressible power. Tchaikovsky’s dramatic themes, intense rhythms, and soaring, dancelike melodies make an immediate connection with audiences. His Andante Cantabile and the Serenade for Strings are powerful, moving works that come straight from the heart. Written during a visit to war-torn Dresden, Shostakovich’s Chamber Symphony is a gripping portrayal of the brutality of conflict. Its jagged, dynamic rhythms in the central sections are contrasted by elegiac outer movements that never fail to move the listener.

Friday 5 June 2015 7.30pm MH

La SerenissimaVivaldi Concerto per violino in tromba marina, strings & continuo in D, RV 221Vivaldi Concerto per Maestro dè Morzin for bassoon, strings & continuo in g, RV 496Vivaldi Concerto per violino in tromba marina, strings & continuo in G, RV 313Vivaldi Concerto La Notte for bassoon, strings & continuo in B flat, RV 501Vivaldi The Four Seasons (Manchester version) 4 concertos for violin, strings & continuo (Op.8 1 – 4)Adrian Chandler violin / director Peter Whelan bassoonThe Four Seasons remains the most popular piece of classical music of all time. In the year in which La Serenissima comes of age (we’ll be 21!), we will be presenting these fabulous concertos, using a new edition made by violinist Adrian Chandler from the only surviving manuscript version. The Four Seasons is accompanied by works for bassoon including the famous La Notte concerto. In addition, for the first time since the eighteenth century, La Serenissima will perform two concertos for ‘prepared violin’, the violin in tromba marina.

The Four Seasons

Ghosts, birds, unrequited love, guns, drunks, dogs…and a pimped-up violin!

Did you know Aberdeen Performing Arts was the FIRST and remains the ONLY arts organisation in Scotland to have the Customer Service Excellence award?

CREATING A SPARK

This rigorous customer standards scheme is a hallmark of quality and is a trademark of the Cabinet Office.

What’s your point of view?Aberdeen Performing Arts is committed to delivering the highest quality service for our customers to enjoy their experience in our venues. Our customer service team are continually working towards improving the service and would be delighted to hear about the service you encountered during or after your show.

Please simply pick up a feedback form or [email protected] will respond when requested within five working days or we will acknowledge your feedback within three working days and give a full response within 14 working days.


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Steven OsborneBeethovenNot only is he regarded as one of the leading concert pianists of his generation, but he hails from right here in Scotland. APA is delighted to have secured Royal Philharmonic Society Instrumentalist of the year Steven Osborne for two classy recitals in the Music Hall. Exploring the wonderful music of two legendary composers of the classical music world, Ludwig van Beethoven and Franz Schubert. Prepare to be amazed, inspired and awed by this incredible music in the hands of this wonderful talent.

“ You could have heard a pin drop. Steven Osborne’s power over the hall was absolute…the atmosphere was spellbound. ”Daily Telegraph

Friday 13 March 2015 7.30pm

Beethoven Sonata Op 90Beethoven Sonata Op 101Beethoven Sonata Op 106 “Hammerklavier”

This performance will be preceded by a free pre-concert talk with Steven at 6.30pm

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Tuesday 16 December MHABERDEEN CHORAL SOCIETY PRESENTS

A Classical SpectacularThis December the Aberdeen Choral Society explores some wonderful choral classics: Mozart’s sublime Laudate Dominum and Exsultate jubilate and Haydn’s electrifying Nelson Mass featuring Aberdeen’s own diva Lisa Milne; our old friend Jamie McDougall is tenor soloist.Definitely a concert not to be missed.

Thursday 18 December MH

Royal Scottish National Orchestra Christmas Concert: The SnowmanHoward Blake The SnowmanChristopher Bell ConductorJulie Wilson Nimmo NarratorRSNO ChorusJoin the RSNO and RSNO Chorus for a family celebration this Christmas! Conducted and presented by the effervescent Christopher Bell, this concert is packed full of your favourite festive melodies and traditional singalong carols. Plus, don’t miss the magical film The Snowman shown on the big screen, accompanied by Howard Blake’s timeless music and narrated by TV’s ex-Taggart star Blythe Duff. Sponsored by ScotRail.

7.30pm

Tickets £22.50 - £11 CG

Friday 19 December MH

BBC ScottishSymphony OrchestraChristmas ClassicsJamie MacDougall singer and presenterStephen Bell conductor

The BBC SSO’s Christmas Classics concert is a favourite amongst the Music Hall’s annual seasonal celebrations. It’s a mixture of traditional carols and festive orchestral classics led by conductor Stephen Bell and tenor and BBC Radio Scotland presenter Jamie MacDougall.Get your family and friends together for an evening of music that’s guaranteed to warm the parts other Christmas concerts can’t reach!

7.30pm

★Tickets £21 - £10.50

Saturday 17 January 2015 MH

Scottish Chamber Orchestra Llyr Williams playsBeethoven Piano Concerto No 2Stravinsky Concerto in REMozart Sinfonia ConcertanteMozart Symphony No 31 ‘Paris’Beethoven Piano Concerto No 2Alexander Janiczek Director / ViolinLlyr Williams Piano Jane Atkins ViolaA tale of four cities here: Paris, Salzburg, Vienna and Hollywood! Stravinsky’s infectiously dance-like concerto was made in the USA but every single punchy, rhythmic bar is inspired by Bach.A pair of sublime Mozart works from 1778-79 offers a snapshot of the young composer in Paris – where his symphony was an immediate hit – and Salzburg where he wrote the sublime Sinfonia Concertante. Mozart himself longed for Vienna, and so did Beethoven as he wrote his first concerto. When he finally arrived, Mozart was both a prospective teacher and his biggest competitor.

7.30pm

Tickets £22.50 - £11 CG

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Aberdeen Sinfoniettawith Haddo House Choral& Operatic SocietyDavid Jones conductorBerlioz Roman Carnival OvertureBizet Symphony in CGounod St Cecilia Mass For the main work in this all-French programme the orchestra is joined by Haddo House Choral & Operatic Society to perform Gounod’s large-scale Messe Solennelle de Sainte Cécile. After its first performance in Paris the composer Saint-Saëns reported: “At first one was dazzled, then charmed, then conquered.”

Thursday 29 January 2015 MH

Royal Scottish National OrchestraBuniatishvili plays LisztSchumann Overture, Scherzo and FinaleLiszt Piano Concerto No 2Wagner Siegfried IdyllSchumann Symphony No 1 ‘Spring’ Christoph Altstaedt Conductor Khatia Buniatishvili PianoRobert Schumann’s symphonies are more like love stories. His ‘Spring’ symphony positively bubbles over with happiness – and he couldn’t even bring himself to call his Overture, Scherzo and Finale a symphony at all. Guest conductor Christoph Altstaedt has this music in his blood, and he will bring the same Romantic ardour to Wagner’s tender musical love-letter, and a barnstorming concerto by classical music’s first global megastar: Franz Liszt. Khatia Buniatishvili will make it look easy. Don’t be fooled!Pre-concert talk 6.45pm RSNO Executive Producer, Manus Carey in conversation with Christoph Altstaedt.

7.30pm

Tickets £22.50 - £11 CG

Friday 6 February 2015 MH

BBC ScottishSymphony OrchestraVolkov conducts ‘The Seasons’Tchaikovsky Francesca da Rimini: FantasyMussorgsky Songs and Dances of DeathGlazunov The SeasonsYuri Vorobiev bass Ilan Volkov conductorShostakovich revered him, Rimsky-Korsakov was awed by his genius, and Prokofiev owed him more than he would ever admit. But Glazunov was more than just a great teacher – and The Seasons is more than just the missing link between Tchaikovsky’s and Stravinsky’s ballets. It’s one of Imperial Russia’s forgotten treasures, glittering with colour and brimming over with hummable tunes. Ilan Volkov charges it with all his trademark electricity, while Mariinsky Theatre veteran Yuri Vorobiev brings true St Petersburg style to the pitch-black humour of Mussorgsky’s pungent songs. And Tchaikovsky’s Francesca da Rimini sets the terms of engagement: emotions delivered at maximum strength by a supercharged orchestra.

7.30pm

★Tickets £21 - £10.50

Saturday 7 March 2015 MH

Scottish Chamber OrchestraBeethoven Violin ConcertoBeethoven Violin ConcertoSchubert Symphony No 9 ‘Great C major’ Robin Ticciati ConductorRenaud Capuçon ViolinConsidered one of today’s finest young violinists, Renaud Capuçon is prized for the exceptional strength and poetry of his performances. He joins the SCO for Beethoven’s noble Violin Concerto, with its vivacious finale.Robin Ticciati concludes the evening with the majesty of Schubert’s powerful Ninth Symphony, the ‘Great’, whose boundless heroism is matched only by its effortless melody.

7.30pm

Tickets £22.50 - £11 CG

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Thursday 30 April 2015 MH

Royal Scottish National OrchestraGreig Piano ConcertoSibelius Nightride and SunriseGrieg Piano ConcertoNielsen Symphony No 4 ‘The Inextinguishable’John Storgårds Conductor Christian Ihle Hadland Piano“Music is life” declared Carl Nielsen “and like it, inextinguishable!” He proved it with his tremendous Fourth Symphony – music that leaves you thrilled to be alive. John Storgårds knows exactly how to make it catch fire, but first, he takes us on a bracing sleigh-ride through his native Finland, and introduces the acclaimed young Norwegian pianist Christian Ihle Hadland, in Grieg’s hugely popular Piano Concerto. Pre-concert talk 6.45pm Katherine Wren (RSNO Viola)

7.30pm

Tickets £22.50 - £11 CG

Friday 17 April 2015 MH

BBC ScottishSymphony OrchestraBruckner 4Mahler Songs From Des Knaben WunderhornBruckner Symphony No.4 (Romantic)Alice Coote mezzo-soprano Peter Coleman-Wright baritoneMark Wigglesworth conductorA horn calls in the distance; a clarinet sings a peasant song; and a solitary wanderer trudges through the forest. For the great Austrian song-symphonists, the words and images of German folklore opened up vast new worlds of poetry and feeling. Bruckner shaped them into the most colourful (and lovable) of his nine vast symphonies whilst the young Mahler got straight back to the source, finding the strangeness and wonder that lie beneath the most outwardly innocent folksongs in his endlessly imaginative Des Knaben Wunderhorn. Mark Wigglesworth lets them play off each other in a concert that unites epic grandeur with the most intimate of emotions, and features two outstanding soloists.

Saturday 25 April 2015 MH

Scottish Chamber OrchestraIngrid Fliter playsChopin Piano Concerto No 1Chopin (orch. Stravinsky) Nocturne in A-flat Op 32 No 2Chopin Piano Concerto No 1Mendelssohn Symphony No 4 ‘Italian’Jun Märkl Conductor Ingrid Fliter PianoNo composer captures the soul of the Romantic piano quite like Chopin; and few living pianists play Chopin with more eloquence and truth than Ingrid Fliter. Framing Chopin’s Piano Concerto are Stravinsky’s beautiful 1909 orchestration of Chopin’s Nocturne in A-flat major and Mendelssohn’s exhilarating Symphony No 4 ‘Italian’.

7.30pm

Tickets £22.50 - £11 CG

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★Tickets £21 - £10.50

7.15pm

Tickets £22 - £17.60 inc. bf C

Tuesday 17 March 2015 MHABERDEEN CHORAL SOCIETY PRESENTS

The MessiahGet into the spirit of Easter and come and hear Aberdeen Choral Society perform Handel’s ever popular oratorio Messiah.100 voices, a team of eminent soloists, including Jamie MacDougall from BBC Radio Scotland’s Classics Unwrapped, and Grampian Sinfonia under the expert baton of musical director Alistair Macdonald combine to create an evening of scintillating music in the splendid Music Hall – an opportunity not to be missed!


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Clachan YellFriday 12 December

Christmas Ceilidhwith Danse McCabre

Come and enjoy an evening of traditional Scottish dancing with some of the North-east’s best ceilidh bands. Fun guaranteed!

Friday 8 May 2015 MH

BBC ScottishSymphony OrchestraShostakovich 15Janacek SinfoniettaShostakovich Concerto for Piano, Trumpet and StringsShostakovich Symphony No.15Mark O’Keeffe trumpet Garrick Ohlsson pianoDonald Runnicles conductorSome composers fade peacefully into old age: others do things rather differently. The 71 year-old Janácek took a massive orchestra, lined up eleven more trumpets and let fly with his extraordinary Sinfonietta: a huge, brassy shout of joy that has to be heard live to be truly believed. Shostakovich, meanwhile, wrote a final symphony that seems to ask as many questions as it answers – and simply refuses to sit still and be taken seriously. Perhaps the brilliantly witty First Piano Concerto that Shostakovich wrote at the other end of his career will shed some light; but with BBC SSO guest Garrick Ohlsson joining Donald Runnicles as soloist, entertainment, at any rate, is guaranteed.

7.30pm

★Tickets £21 - £10.50

Sunday 24 May 2015 MH

AberdeenSinfoniettaRoger Williams conductorJoseph Long pianoBrahms Second SymphonyMozart Piano Concerto in C minor K 491Liszt Symphonic Poem “Les Préludes”In this concert the normal programme sequence is reversed, in order to conclude with one of Liszt’s most popular orchestral works, his dramatic and powerful symphonic poem Les Préludes.

7.30pm

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Danse McCabreFriday 30 January 2015

ShindigFriday 27 February 2015

Danse McCabreFriday 10 April 2015

Clachan Yell

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★Tickets £11 inc. bf C

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MHSaturday 4 April 2015

Scottish Fiddle OrchestraThe Scottish Fiddle Orchestra returns to its ‘home ‘ in Aberdeen once again with its blend of music, singing and dancing which is enjoyed the world over . Last year the audiences in China were as enthralled with their blend of traditional music as the ones here at home. With the Bucksburn Junvenile Pipe Band adding to the spectacle this promises to be a real feast of Scottish entertainment . Compered by our own Jim McColl MBE there will be something for everyone - young and old - in this evening of Scottish Music at its best.

7.30pm

Tickets £25.85 inc. bf R

MHSaturday 6 December

Red HotChilli PipersFrom a cameo appearance at T in the Park in 2004 with The Darkness to opening the main stage in their own right in 2014, the past ten years has seen The Red Hot Chilli Pipers become the most famous bagpipe band on the planet - ever! Bagpipes with attitude, drums with a Scottish accent and a show so hot it carries its own health warning. The band has reached incredible heights with their groundbreaking fusion of traditional Scottish music and Rock/Pop Anthems which they proudly call ‘Bagrock’.Wherever you are you are sure to have felt the Chilli heat. It’s time now to come closer to the fire.

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MHWednesday 31 December

Traditional Hogmanay PartyReturning to the Music Hall is the ever popular Hogmanay party which once again will feature some of Scotland’s finest traditional music, song and laughter. Now in its sixth year, the Hogmanay show has featured some of Scotland’s best known entertainers and 2014 promises to be the best yet. So come along, join in the fun and see out the old year in style.Featuring North-East fiddle legend Paul Anderson, the Jonny Hardie Ceilidh Band, Scots singer of the year 2009 Shona Donaldson, and song and laughter from Robert Lovie.

7.30pm

★Tickets £24.20 inc. bf CR

MHMonday 22 December

Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Concert Following the huge success and popularity of this show over the last 6 years in Edinburgh, Phil Cunningham is calling his pals together and opening his Christmas songbook to Aberdeen audiences. Eddi Reader, Karen Matheson, John McCusker and Phil himself will lead you through a great fun night of modern and traditional Christmas music. Featuring Kris Drever, Ian Carr and Kevin McGuire along with a special guest Brass Band. Oil your vocal chords and bring the family!


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MHSaturday 2 May 2015

Bucksburn & District Pipe BandThe current World Drumming Champions and 15 times World Pipe Band Champions Shotts and Dykehead Caledonia Pipe Band will grace the stage in 2015 with hosts Bucksburn and District Pipe Band at the 5th annual North of Scotland Pipe Band Concert.Following on from the huge success of Field Marshal Montgomery’s concert in May 2014, Pipe Major Ryan Canning and Leading Drummer Jim Kilpatrick bring their Band to Aberdeen.Ryan and Jim have “Reinvented” the band and continue to build on their success from 2014 with the band’s first live concert in years.Its going to be another fantastic night.

Monday 16 February 2015

MICHAEL McGOLDRICK,JOHN McCUSKER AND JOHN DOYLEFriday 3 April 2015

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7.30pm

★Tickets £24.75 - £22.55 inc. bf R

MHWednesday 22 April 2015

Foster & AllenFor nearly four decades in the music business, Foster & Allen have continuously managed to scale new heights.In April 2015 Mick Foster and Tony Allen will embark on their 14 date Gold And Silver Days Scottish Tour which is also the title of their latest charting CD. They will be performing songs from their new album including Working Man, Gold And Silver Days, A Hug, Try A Little Kindness as well as ALL THEIR HITS… Bunch Of Thyme, Old Flames, Maggie, I Will Love You All My Life and After All These Years. Following on from the success of their 2013 Foster and Allen TV series on Sky Channel 191 they have recorded a new series which commenced on 23rd September 2014 and runs until Christmas.


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Saturday 7 February 2015 7.30pm MH

Karine Polwart with Sigrid MoldestadThese two performers signify what the Northern Arc Sessions are all about – a loving respect for the folk traditions of their respective nations, but with a newness and dynamism which brings fresh contemporary relevance. Karine Polwart has been described as “one of the finest singer-songwriters in Britain” known for her talent for creating unique and enduring melodies for her achingly pure vocal ability. Sigrid Moldestad was Norwegian Folk Musician of the Year in 2010 and her songs, fiddle tunes and storytelling are full of humour and beauty.

Friday 3 April 2015 7.30pm MH

Karen Matheson Bandwith Erlend Viko TrioBringing together the stunning voice of Karen Matheson and her band who comprise some of Scotland’s finest musicians, with the multi-talented Norwegian Erlend Viko Trio. Recognised as the compelling vocals of Celtic super group Capercaillie, Karen has long been an admirer of fiddler Erlend Viko and they have collaborated to bring to Northern Arc a first ever live performance of both groups. Erlend is joined by guitarist Juhani Silvola and cellist Jonas Bleckman and Karen is joined by long-time collaborator Donald Shaw on piano, plus special guest appearances by several award-winning musicians.

Saturday 27 June 2015 7.30pm MH

Lau withValkyrien AllstarsLau are modern folk music’s most innovative band. Brilliant musicians, thrilling performers and free-thinking visionaries. In February 2013 Lau won the award for Best Group at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards for a fourth time (winners previously in 2008, 2009 and 2010). Stunning Norwegian trio Valkyrien Allstars, led by the incomparable singer/fiddler Tuva Livsdatter Syvertsen, bring their uniquely interpreted blend of folk and rock to what is sure to be an explosive evening.

Genre-defining, ground-breaking artists from Scotland collaborate with the best roots talent from across the Northern hemisphere in these unique, exclusive Music Hall sessions. Explore the contemporary folk music of Scotland, Canada, Scandinavia, the Baltic region and more with the very best musicians

from these regions.

★Tickets £16.50 inc. bf C U26s £11 inc. bf Groups 8+ £8.25 inc. bf per ticket BUY ALL THREE NORTHERN ARC SESSIONS FOR £33 inc. bf


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MHSunday 21 December

Christmas with the Rat Pack:Live from Las VegasWith this special festive version of the hit show we take the audience back to the glamorous, glitzy nights of Las Vegas in the late 1950s and early 60s where, in the company of three of the world’s most popular entertainers, the fabulous Burrelli Sisters and The Rat Pack Big Band, the audience will experience Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr & Dean Martin performing at the famous Sands hotel.“Christmas with the Rat Pack - still the coolest party in town”

8pm


MHMonday 1 December

Roddy FrameBest known as the leader of Scottish pop group Aztec Camera, Roddy Frame burst onto the U.K. pop scene as a songwriting wunderkind who became a critical favorite while still in his teens. If the stardom expected of him never quite stuck, Frame has earned a reputation as a gifted, literate tunesmith who has enjoyed a long-running and uncompromised career.In his early teens, Frame was inspired by the songcraft of David Bowie, the conversational realism of Mark E. Smith and the Fall, and the sounds of earlier rock innovators such as the Velvet Underground, the Byrds, and Love. Frame took up songwriting, and in 1980 he formed Aztec Camera with like-minded friends Campbell Owens on bass and Dave Mulholland on drums.

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MHSaturday 20 December

One Nightof QueenPerformed by Gary Mullen and The WorksIn 2000, Gary Mullen won ITV’s Stars In Their Eyes Live Grand Final, with the largest number of votes ever received in the show’s history. In 2002 he formed The Works. Since May 2002, Gary Mullen and the Works have performed throughout the UK, USA, Europe, South Africa and New Zealand to sell-out audiences. They have also twice rocked the prestigious BBC Proms in the Park. One Night of Queen is a spectacular live concert, recreating the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of arguably the greatest rock band of all time.

8pm

Tickets £44.55 - £33.55 inc. bf R

MHThursday 4 December

Brit FloydDiscovery World Tour 2014A spectacular new live production featuring music from all fourteen pink floyd studio albums plus a dazzling new light and laser show.Having performed to over one million fans around the world, Brit Floyd - The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Show, returns to The UK to perform DISCOVERY, a stunning new three hour chronological musical journey spanning the entire recording career of Pink Floyd 1967 - 1994. Featuring the trademark Pink Floyd arch and circle light show, Brit Floyd’s performance will also be accompanied by amazing original video and brand new animation.“The Total and perfect illusion”Québec Journal


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MHThursday 26 February 2015SEAFARERS UK IS PROUD TO PRESENT

The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines ScotlandUnder the direction ofCaptain Andy Gregory RMThis is a wonderfully colourful show featuring the magnificent 45 strong Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland in their annual concert. The programme will include traditional military music, the stirring skills of the Corps of Drums, some light classical, exquisite solo pieces and, for contrast, a session of Big Band. Concert is in aid of “Seafarers UK” www.seafarers-uk.org.

7.30pm

Tickets £36.85 - £25.85 inc. bf R7.30pm


MHFriday 20 February 2015

Rumours of Fleetwood MacHaving performed 500 major concert shows to over a half a million fans around the world since they formed over a decade ago, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac return to the UK to present a spectacular stage production celebrating the music of the legendary supergroup Fleetwood Mac.Replicating perfectly the power and subtlety of Fleetwood Mac at their brilliant best, let timeless classics such as Black Magic Woman, Albatross, Go Your Own Way, Dreams, Gypsy, Say You Love Me, Sara, Oh Diane, Little Lies, Everywhere and many more, take you on a nostalgic evening of breathtakingly outstanding musicianship.“They do Fleetwood Mac better than Fleetwood Mac.” Mail on Sunday

MHThursday 19 February 2015

Classic Rock Show 2015Top 20 Greatest GuitarRiffs Of All Time - LIVE!After its sell out 2014 tour, The Classic Rock Show returns to perform the Top 20 Greatest Guitar Riffs Of All Time! From the extraordinary opening sounds of Led Zeppelin’s Whole Lotta Love to Queen’s powerhouse anthem We Will Rock You via AC/DCs Back in Black and everything in between...Classic Rock doesn’t get any better than this!This year the show will focus on songs best known for their irresistible guitar hooks that have earned a golden status in the history of popular music.Sore throat guaranteed!

7.30pm

★Tickets £22 inc. bf CR

MHMonday 23 February 2015

The Simon & Garfunkel StoryStarting from their humble beginnings as 50’s Rock n Roll duo ‘Tom & Jerry’, The Simon and Garfunkel Story takes you through all the songs and stories that shaped them, the dramatic split, their individual solo careers and ending with a stunning recreation of the legendary 1981 Central Park reunion concert.Starring leading West End actor Dean Elliott as Paul Simon, this show also features a cast of talented actor/musicians.Featuring all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound, Scarborough Fair, The Boxer, The Sound Of Silence and many more, this is a show not to be missed!“Authentic and exciting” The Stage

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MHWednesday 18 March 2015

Joan ArmatradingOVER HER 42 YEARS OF TOURING JOAN ARMATRADING HAS NEVER DONE A SOLO WORLD TOUR.As with every tour from this unique performer, you are guaranteed a fantastic mix of magical old favorites plus more recent compositions to fall in love with. Joan is as happy to play Love and Affection, Willow, Drop The Pilot and Me, Myself I, as the audience is to hear them. Joan has been successful in all musical genres, Pop, Blues, Folk, Reggae, and Jazz. Her audience are as loyal to her as she is faithful to them.This is a performance that must not be missed.

MHSaturday 14 March 2015

Aberdeen City Music SchoolACMS is a national music school based at Dyce Academy in Aberdeen. The aim of the music school is to allow talented musicians to continue their general education whilst receiving expert tuition and additional time for music study.All ACMS pupils are fully integrated into the general curricular and social life of the school. Since the centre opened in 2001, we have established ourselves as a centre of excellence for music in Scotland.

MHSaturday 21& Sunday 22 March 2015

Aberdeen Music Centre

2.30pm

Tickets £11 inc. bf C

MHSunday 1 March 2015

Around the World in MusicCommonwealth SpecialCome along and join this wonderful musical journey and be entertained by the delightful and captivating performances of an amazing array of local talent, including pupils from schools in the City and Shire. The proceeds from this charity concert, now in its seventh year and organised by Westhill and District Rotary Club, will go to support local, national and international causes including The Horizons Trust and The Archie Foundation.

7.30pm

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MHFriday 22 May 2015 The Scottish National Jazz Orchestra directed by Tommy Smith with special guest vocalese star, Kurt Elling presents

Kurt Elling Swings Sinatra A truly unforgettable centenary celebration of Frank Sinatra: the man, his music and his timeless jazz legacy. Grammy winner Kurt Elling, the most powerful jazz vocalist of his generation and the SNJO, celebrating their twentieth anniversary, is the finest ensemble of its kind in Europe. Join the SNJO as they celebrate Frank Sinatra’s centenary in scintillating style with the fabulous Kurt Elling.

7.30pm

★Tickets £28.60 inc. bf R

MHMonday 13 April 2015

Yet Another Evening with

Rick WakemanThe Music and Anecdotal Wit of an Old Age PensionerA Fellow of the Royal College of Music, Professor of the London College of Music, former Yes keyboard player, Watchdog presenter and renowned Grumpy Old Man, Rick Wakeman has led a rich and varied life. In his one-man solo show, he recounts hilarious and unlikely anecdotes from a career which has included musical collaborations with David Bowie, Cat Stevens and Elton John, as well as worldwide tours with his own bands, punctuated by displays of dazzling virtuosity on the piano.This show was a sell-out success at the Edinburgh Fringe, where it won rave reviews. Come along and find out why life is rarely dull for Rick or those around him!

7.30pm

★Tickets £32.45 - £30.25 inc. bf GR

MHMonday 20 April 2015

Solid Silver 60sCelebrating 30 tremendous years of the UK’s original and premier sixties show, with its most sensational line-up yet.Headlining, and back in the UK for the first time in 17 years, Billy J Kramer will be performing alongside the original voice of the Searchers, Mike Pender.Chris Farlowe of Handbags & Gladrags fame and a Solid Silver firm favourite will sock it to you. And finally on this anniversary bill is UK soul pioneer PP Arnold - one of the original members of The Ikettes. All of these legends are backed by The New Amen Corner. Plus, the bill’s not complete without very special guests, the wildly successful Merseybeats.

7.30pm

Tickets £39.60 - £33.55 inc. bf R

MHWednesday 15 April 2015

Mike + theMechanicsThe hardest working band in the business? Very possibly.No sooner had Mike + The Mechanics finished their fantastic The Living Years 25th Anniversary Tour with a blow out gig at the Hammersmith Apollo in March than they embarked upon a whirlwind set of dates in Europe (from which they’ll take a brief sojourn to play the REWIND festival in Henley and Cheshire in August).And they’d barely embarked upon that mini-odyssey before they were plotting their next big UK tour. Don’t deny yourself the chance to see Mike and the Mechanics in the flesh in 2015 (especially if you missed them in 2014) – they can’t keep this pace up for long.

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Milton JonesandThe Temple of DaftYes him with the loud shirts and messed up hair from Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo, Michael McIntyre’s Roadshow and multiple series on Radio 4. An evening in the company of an idiot. Or is he? Yes he is. Only come if you like jokes though. If not you’ll be cross. “Absurdist one-line masterpieces”The Times “He’s fast absurd and very funny” Radio Times“The best one-liner merchant in british comedy” Chortle“No-one can touch Jones when he hits his stride” The Guardian

MHTuesday 10 March 2015

Chris PackhamChris Packham celebrates the 40th Anniversary of the Aberdeen and District RSPB Local Group with his talk Tadpoles Not Included.The evening contains encounters with large hungry carnivores, close shaves with extinction, dangerous views about conservation, and he will expose the truth about our wildlife. Illustrated with his superb photographs and exaggerated with film clips Chris Packham presents an evening of zoological riches, humorous anecdotes and thought provoking questions about the creatures we say we love – and some we don’t. Its big cats versus birds of prey versus insects versus humans and Chris tells it as it is.

8pm

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MHSaturday 24 January 2015

Omid DjaliliIranalamadingdongHe’s back on tour with a new show, following a sell-out four week West-End residency and a sold-out season at the Edinburgh Festival.A firm favourite with his legendary performances, Omid’s stand-up awards include; Time Out Award and EMMA Award for Best Stand Up and nominated for the South Bank Award. Omid was the winner of the “Best Actor” Award for his lead performance in The Infidel at the Turin Film Festival (won the previous year by Bill Murray). The Infidel also picked up a Loaded LAFTA award for “Funniest film” and Omid was short listed for “Peter Sellers Award” at the ‘London Evening Standard British Film Awards’.

MHFriday 6 March 2015

Dylan MoranDylan Moran star of Black Books, Shaun of the Dead and Calvary is back with his new stand up show.

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“Jokes as sharp as barbed wire and a comedy brain quicker than a steel trap… Rarely have the rafters of the Playhouse shook so dangerously to the sound of laughter.” The Scotsman

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“A supremely confident performer, his timing for delivering punchlines is something special” The Telegraph

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“It didn’t falter for a moment. This is stand-up comedy of the first order... there’s scarcely a word wasted... seriously good fun” The Times


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MHSunday 14 June 2015

An Evening with David SedarisYou may have heard him on the hugely popular BBC Radio 4 series Meet David Sedaris or you might be one of the millions worldwide who have read one of his many books. After three sell-out runs in London, two sell-out Edinburgh Fringe Festival stints and a sellout UK 2014 tour; Sedaris will once again set out across the UK on tour. We’re delighted to announce he’s coming to Aberdeen for what is sure to be a very popular night and one of the literary events of the year in the city.“David Sedaris isn’t a stand-up, or even much of a showman. But in his own dry and unassuming way, he’s one of the finest comic talents currently living on this planet.” The Guardian

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Paul Merton’s Impro ChumsPaul Merton, one of the UK’s best-loved performers, and his world renowned Impro Chums: Mike McShane, Lee Simpson, Richard Vranch and Suki Webster will create a new and unique comedy show, based entirely on suggestions from the audience, their own finely honed improvisational skills and an almost manic compulsion to show off. Special guests may also be joining them including: Niall Ashdown, Andy Smart and Steve Steen*.*4 performers will join Paul on each performance.

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MHThursday 19 March 2015

Al MurrayOne Man, One GuvnorTwenty years ago Britain’s favourite publican Al Murray, The Pub Landlord, embarked on his one man mission as the King Cnut of Common Sense, holding back a tide of bottled beer and nanny state nonsense. To celebrate this milestone join this icon on his new tour with his brand new show One Man, One Guvnor. Al Murray The Pub Landlord: One Man, One Guvnor - 20 years at the lager top, coming soon to a theatre near you.“A national treasure” The Daily Telegraph “Murray’s interaction with the crowd remains one of the wonders of the comedy world” The Times

MHSaturday 13 June 2015

ReginaldD HunterThe Man Who AttemptedTo Do As Much As Such“This is comedy of a rare scope” TimesReginald D Hunter returns to the UK in 2015 with a brand new tour following a hugely successful year filming and performing around the world.Having appeared at the Melbourne Comedy Festival and Sydney Opera House Gala in Australia, Reginald then made his debut in New Zealand. He then moved closer to home with his first tour of mainland Europe before travelling back to his birthplace in America to film Reginald D Hunter’s Songs Of The South, a three part BBC2 series, which is due for transmission in early 2015.

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MHThursday 16 April 2015

Sally MorganPsychic Sallyon the RoadInternational psychic and star of hit TV show Psychic Sally: On The Road, Sally Morgan returns with her phenomenal interactive stage show. Sally has dedicated her life to exploring the work of spirit and her live show aims to give validation that our loved ones still exist.The show is not about a belief system; it is simply about trusting spirit and identifying the signs that are all around us.Thousands of people have been drawn to Sally’s vivacious personality, which gives the show a relaxed and uplifting feel. This show is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should be judged as an experiment.

Friday 30 January 2015

CRAIG HILLSaturday 14 February 2015

PATRICK MONAHANSaturday 28 March 2015

SUSAN CALMAN

COMEDY/SPOKENWORD

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HMTWednesday 12 - Saturday 15 August 2015

Alan Carr -Yap, Yap, Yap!UK & Ireland Tour 2015“ A comedian who owns the space he is working in so much, he could put a fl ag up”The Independent

No stranger to yap Alan Carr will be yapping his way around the UK & Ireland with his brand new stand up show ‘Yap, Yap, Yap!’ The BAFTA and British Comedy Award winning comedian, author and chat show supremo returns to his stand up roots with his hilarious take on life.Yap it up!

“ An absolute natural on stage… a born storyteller, sheer entertainment.”London Evening Standard


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Your HallYour CityYour StoryThe Music Hall has been at the heart of cultural, community and civic life in Aberdeen and the North-east for more than 150 years. Now you can help to secure its future for generations to come. Let us know If you would like to find out more, join our mailing list and get involved in shaping plans for the Music Hall.

With pledges already of £5m, we’re nearly there!

To find out more about donating or discuss

corporate sponsorship opportunities please call

Lauren Taylor, Director of Marketing and Communications on 01224 337640 or [email protected]


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AT A GLANCE

JANUARYDate Show Venue Page

2 Jan Beauty & the Beast (RELAXED) HMT 243 Jan Beauty & the Beast HMT 244 Jan Beauty & the Beast HMT 2414 Jan Scottish Ballet The Nutcracker HMT 2215 Jan Scottish Ballet The Nutcracker HMT 2216 Jan Scottish Ballet The Nutcracker HMT 2217 Jan Scottish Ballet The Nutcracker HMT 22 Scottish Chamber Orchestra Llyr Williams plays Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 2 MH 3721 Jan Shrek HMT 422 Jan Shrek HMT 423 Jan Shrek HMT 4 Ceilidh Season - Danse McCabre MH 4124 Jan Shrek HMT 4 Omid Djalili: Iranlamadingdong MH 49

25 Jan Shrek HMT 428 Jan Shrek HMT 429 Jan Shrek HMT 429 Jan Royal Scottish National Orchestra Buniatishvili plays Liszt MH 3830 Jan Shrek HMT 4 Ceilidh Season - Shindig MH 4131 Jan Shrek HMT 4

FEBRUARYDate Show Venue Page

1 Feb Shrek HMT 44 Feb Shrek HMT 4 Culture Cafe Laura van der Heijden MH 325 Feb Shrek HMT 46 Feb Shrek HMT 4

6 Feb BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra Volkov conducts ‘The Seasons’ MH 387 Feb Shrek HMT 4 Northern Arc - Karine Polwart MH 448 Feb Shrek HMT 410 Feb Birdsong HMT 1711 Feb Birdsong HMT 1712 Feb Birdsong (SIGNED) HMT 1713 Feb Birdsong HMT 17 The Singing Kettle MH 2514 Feb Birdsong (AD / CAP) HMT 17 The Singing Kettle MH 2515 Feb The Singing Kettle MH 2516 Feb To Kill A Mockingbird HMT 1817 Feb To Kill A Mockingbird HMT 1818 Feb To Kill A Mockingbird HMT 1819 Feb To Kill A Mockingbird (BSL) HMT 18 The Classic Rock Show MH 4620 Feb To Kill A Mockingbird HMT 18 Rumours of Fleetwood Mac MH 4621 Feb To Kill A Mockingbird (AD/CAP) HMT 18/aberdeenperformingarts, @apawhatson

For behind the scenes info and competitions follow us

HMT - His Majesty’s Theatre. MH - Music Hall


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23 Feb The Simon & Garfunkel Story MH 4626 Feb Jasmin Vardimon Company - Park HMT 23 Her Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland MH 4627 Feb Ceilidh season - Danse McCabre MH 4128 Feb Brendan Cole MH 23

MARCHDate Show Venue Page

1 Mar Around The World in Music MH 473 Mar Jersey Boys HMT 54 Mar Jersey Boys HMT 5 Milton Jones MH 495 Mar Jersey Boys HMT 56 Mar Jersey Boys HMT 5 Dylan Moran MH 497 Mar Jersey Boys HMT 5 Scottish Chamber Orchestra Beethoven Violin Concerto MH 389 Mar Jersey Boys HMT 510 Mar Jersey Boys HMT 5 Chris Packham MH 49

11 Mar Jersey Boys HMT 5 Culture Cafe Christopher Brookmyre MH 3212 Mar Jersey Boys(BSL) HMT 513 Mar Jersey Boys HMT 5 Steven Osborne MH 3614 Mar Jersey Boys (AD/CAP) HMT 5 Aberdeen City Music School MH 4715 Mar Aberdeen Sinfonietta with Haddo House Choral & Operatic Society MH 3817 Mar The Bodyguard HMT 6 Aberdeen Choral Society The Messiah MH 3918 Mar The Bodyguard HMT 6 Joan Armatrading MH 4719 Mar The Bodyguard HMT 6

19 Mar Al Murray: The Pub Landlord MH 5020 Mar The Bodyguard HMT 621 Mar The Bodyguard HMT 6 Aberdeen Music Centre MH 4722 Mar Aberdeen Music Centre MH 4723 Mar The Bodyguard HMT 624 Mar The Bodyguard HMT 625 Mar The Bodyguard HMT 6 Aberdeenshire Music Centre MH 4726 Mar The Bodyguard [BSL] HMT 6 Dunedin Consort Bach’s St Matthew Passion MH 3427 Mar The Bodyguard HMT 628 Mar The Bodyguard [AD/CAP] HMT 630 Mar The Full Monty HMT 1931 Mar The Full Monty HMT 19

APRILDate Show Venue Page

1 Apr The Full Monty HMT 192 Apr The Full Monty (BSL) HMT 193 Apr The Full Monty HMT 19 Northern Arc - Karen Matheson MH 44

/aberdeenperformingarts, @apawhatson

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4 Apr The Full Monty (AD/CAP) HMT 194 Apr Scottish Fiddle Orchestra MH 428 Apr Octonauts & the Deep Sea Volcano Adventure HMT 26 Culture Cafe - Maxwell Quartet MH 329 Apr Octonauts & the Deep Sea Volcano Adventure HMT 2610 Apr La Traviata HMT 30 Ceilidh Season - Clachan Yell MH 4111 Apr Rigoletto HMT 3013 Apr Rick Wakeman MH 4814 Apr Pasha Kovalev MH 2315 Apr Sister Act HMT 7 Mike and the Mechanics MH 4816 Apr Sister Act HMT 7 Psychic Sally On The Road MH 5117 Apr Sister Act HMT 7 BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra Bruckner 4 MH 39

18 Apr Sister Act HMT 720 Apr The Solid Silver 60s Show MH 4821 Apr Hebrides Ensemble Horn Quintets MH 3422 Apr Tilly Elliot HMT 8 Foster & Allen MH 4323 Apr Tilly Elliot HMT 8 Tonight.... From the West End MH 924 Apr Tilly Elliot HMT 8 Dunedin Consort Purcell & Handel Royal Music MH 3425 Apr Tilly Elliot HMT 8 Scottish Chamber Orchestra Ingrid Fliter plays Chopin Piano Concerto No. 1 MH 3928 Apr The Mousetrap HMT 2029 Apr The Mousetrap HMT 2030 Apr The Mousetrap (SIGNED) HMT 20 Royal Scottish National Orchestra Greig Piano Concerto MH 39

AT A GLANCE

HMT - His Majesty’s Theatre. MH - Music Hall

Other FormatsDid you know our brochure is

available in BSL on our website, on CD and in large print.

For information on signed, captioned, audio described and other accessible shows

please scan this QR code or visit aberdeenperformingarts.com

or call 01224 641122.


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Opening times

HMT is open from 9.30am Monday to Saturday and on Sundays we open if there is a performance on, please check productions for details.

Front-of-house facilities include a restaurant, a café bar, stunning corporate hospitality facilities and a box office in the glass foyer.

Opening times

The Music Hall is open from 9.30am to 4pm, Monday to Saturday, and for evening performances, opens about 45 minutes before the show starts.

Enjoy our bars, a café, corporate hospitality facilities and a box office, which has a separate Union Street entrance and is open from 9.30am to 6pm Monday to Saturday, and re-opens at 6.30pm on show nights.

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Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen AB25 1GL

Music Hall, Union Street, Aberdeen AB10 1QS

5 West North Street, Aberdeen AB24 5AT

Bon AccordHarriet StCar Park

Schoolhill Union Street

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We welcome you to our venues and hope that your visit is perfect!If you would like to comment, compliment or tell us how we can improve our services then let us know, by completing one of our Comment Cards, speaking to a member of staff or [email protected]

About our venues His Majesty’s Theatre Music Hall

The Lemon Tree

AccessOur venues are designed to be as accessible as possible. We have an access guide with full details of all facilities available online, by email or at our box offices. Guide dogs and hearing dogs are welcome in our venues, and our box offices are fitted with induction loop systems.If you have any special access requirements please inform the box office team on 01224 641122 or get in touch via email: [email protected]

Public transportMost buses come along Union Street. Aberdeen Railway Station is just a few minutes walk from all our venues. For information visit firstgroup.com

ChildrenWe welcome all children of all ages, unless a specific performance has an age restriction. Children under two go free as long as they are seated on your knee! If children or babies disturb a performance, we can ask that you leave to be fair to other customers and the performers.

Photography and recordingPhotography, sound and video recording are not allowed during any performance.

LatecomersThe performance spaces open half an hour before the start time; if you are late, you will have to wait to be seated, which may be at the interval.

Parking and wheelchair accessCar parking is available at a special reduced rate at Bon Accord Harriet Street car park. Further parking available at Denburn car park

and Chapel Street (multi-storey). There is disabled parking on Union Terrace and outside Aberdeen Art Gallery on Schoolhill. Level access is available through the Donald Entrance on Rosemount Viaduct. There is also a drop-off point in front of the theatre.

Sound enhancementThere is an infra-red system for hearing impaired customers. Headsets for volume control or necklace-type receivers (for use with hearing aids) are available from customer service staff in the foyer.

Signed, lip reading andaudio-described performancesCertain performances are British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted and/or audio described. Seats are reserved for lip readers at the BSL performance and deaf customers for up to four weeks before the performance. Look out for these symbols in the brochure.

Pre/Post show chatPSC indicates a pre or post-show chat with cast or creative team is available at one or more performances. Please contact box office for more details.

RefreshmentsEnjoy a drink in our stalls or dress circle bars, which are open 45 minutes before performances. Interval drinks can be pre-ordered. Tea and coffee are also available.

1906 Restaurant and CaféThe restaurant is located upstairs from the Box Office in the Donald entrance. Open for lunch and dinner, the restaurant offers a la carte and pre-theatre menus with a strong focus on fresh and simple classic dishes.Drop in to the café bar for coffee and cake, a light lunch or a snack. Reserve your restaurant table direct with the box office when buying HMT tickets or direct at the number below.

Parking and wheelchair accessCar parking is available at a special reduced rate at Bon Accord Harriet Street car park. Further parking is available in Golden Square

and Chapel Street (multi-storey). Disabled parking is available in Golden Square and South Silver Street. A wheelchair lift is situated in the Box Office entrance, or level access is gained by ringing the doorbell at the first door on Golden Square.

Sound enhancementAn infra-red sound enhancement system (supported by BT and Aberdeen Choral Society) is available for customers with impaired hearing. Headsets or necklace-type receivers (for use with hearing aids) are available from customer service staff in the foyer.

Deaf alerterA Deaf Alerter fire alarm warning and messaging system is installed for the deaf and hearing impaired.

RefreshmentsEnjoy a leisurely drink in our Concert Bar, which offers drinks half-an-hour before the performance and at the interval. Interval drinks may be pre-ordered. Tea and coffee are also available.

Parking and wheelchair accessCar parking is available at a special reduced rate at Bon Accord Harriet Street car park. Further parking is available at West North Street

car park. Level access is available via Shoe Lane by ringing the doorbell.

RefreshmentsEnjoy a leisurely drink in our Concert Bar, which offers drinks half-an-hour before the performance and at the interval. Interval drinks may be pre-ordered. Tea and coffee are also available.

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Groups & schools welcomeThe more the merrier as far as we are concerned, discounts are available for groups

of 8+. Book early to get the best seats and discounts – some shows feature much greater discounts if you confirm and pay for your tickets earlier - email [email protected] or call 01224 337605 to speak to our groups team for more details.

ConcessionsIf you are a student, under 16, over 60, disabled or companion, job seeking or a Young Scot you may be entitled to reduced

price tickets – remember to ask. Standby tickets are subject to availability at £11 inc. bf for some HMT shows (maximum of two per booking, eligible concession holders only – can be withdrawn at any time).

£1 of the ticket cost for this show will go towards the APA Restoration Fund, the current priority of which is to improve the seating in our three venues

Where booking fees apply they are shown as inc. bf and are included in the ticket price.

Keep your tickets in a safe placeOnce purchased, tickets are non-refundable but may sometimes be exchanged up to 24 hours before the date of the performance. Please put your tickets in a safe place! Lost tickets can only be reprinted on the night for reserved seated performances. Please note exchanges or ticket reprinting is subject to an admin fee of £2 per ticket (to a maximum £10 per booking).

Other FormatsThis brochure is available in BSL on our website, on CD or in large print.Please call 01224 337642.

Accessible PerformancesWe’re committed to making our shows as accessible as possible.

For information on Signed, Captioned, Audio Described and other accessible shows please visit aberdeenperformingarts.com, or call 01224 641122.

Online aberdeenperformingarts.comBuy your tickets securely and safely at a time that suits you.

Over the phoneTel: 01224 641122 - Mon to Sat 9.30am to 6pmLines can get busy but calls are answered in the order received, as quickly as possible.

In personHMT & MH Box Office - Mon to Sat 9.30am to 6pmFor that personal touch visit our Box Offices, which are open late on performance nights. The Lemon Tree Box Office opens 30 minutes before the performance start time.

Print @ homePurchase and print your tickets at home for selected shows at APA venues.

Age restrictionsRecommended age guidance. U16+A BAL - Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult, balcony seating only.

APA Friends Discounts available (excludes balcony seating).

RUNNING TIME Please note all running times are approximate.

Ticket information

SCHOOLSOFFERGROUPS 8+

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We have made every effort to ensure that the information in this brochure is correct but it is subject to change. Latest listing information can be found online, and remember that casts are subject to availability and

can change. All discounts are subject to availability and exclude the balcony at HMT and certain days of the week. All ticket prices printed relate to bookings made in advance of the performance. Occasionally event promoters request an increase in price for any tickets purchased at the venue directly before the performance. Please contact the box office for further details.

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Thank you for your support If you can imagine it, you can achieve it.If you can dream it, you can become it... Your support is vital to deliver our ambitious vision for the future. • Bring the best nationally and internationally renowned

companies to Aberdeen • Nurture the next generation of artistic talent coming out

of the North East • Grow our flourishing young peoples theatre company • Offer transformational opportunities for young people and

communities to participate in the arts • Create and commission unique, home grown productions • Invest in our stunning cultural venues, the Music Hall, The

Lemon Tree and His Majesty’s Theatre To get involved contactLauren Taylor, Director of Marketing and Communications, Aberdeen Performing Arts. Tel: 01224 337640or email [email protected]

Thanks to these companies for support during the redevelopment of HIS MAJESTY’S THEATRE:

THANKS TO THESE COMPANIES FOR THEIR SPONSORSHIP AND SUPPORT Anderson Anderson & Brown • Aberdeen Harbour • ASPC

• Belhaven • Capture • Core • Duncan and Todd • ENI Saipem • Evening Express • Grampian Police Federation

• Kudos Financial Services • Lloyd’s Register • MAC • Red Spider SPEX • Strategic Resources

Honorary friendExxonMobil

Prime SponsorAberdeen Solicitors’ Property Centre

Key SponsorQdos

Major SponsorShell U.K. Limited

Major SponsorThe Press and Journal

Key SponsorRizza’s of Huntly

Honorary friendRobertson Construction Eastern Ltd


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Return address: Aberdeen Box Office, Aberdeen AB10 1QS

Aberdeen Performing Arts is a charity registered in Scotland, No.SC033733

Photograph: Maxwell Quartet


Aberdeen Performing Arts is a charity registered in Scotland, No.SC033733

Photograph: Maxwell Quartet


Documents

Aberdeen Performing Arts Spring 2015