The Lemon Tree (Dec 13 - Apr 14)

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DECEMBER 2013 - APRIL 2014

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FRESHLY SQUEEZED.....................................................................................................PAGE 4 SINGER-SONGWRITERS ...............................................................................................PAGE 6 BANDS.............................................................................................................................PAGE 8 JAZZ & BLUES...............................................................................................................PAGE 11 ROOTS ............................................................................................................................PAGE 14 TRIBUTE & PARTY BANDS..........................................................................................PAGE 17 COMEDY & SPOKEN WORD .......................................................................................PAGE 20 THEATRE.......................................................................................................................PAGE 25 DANCE...........................................................................................................................PAGE 30 FAMILY...........................................................................................................................PAGE 32 CREATIVE LEARNING.................................................................................................PAGE 35 AT A GLANCE...............................................................................................................PAGE 37 NEED TO KNOW...........................................................................................................PAGE 40 Supported by

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DISCOVER TOMORROW’S LEGENDS TODAY AMAZING NEW PERFORMERS HIP NEW BANDS FANTASTIC NEW THEATRE EMERGING COMEDY TALENT INSPIRATION FOR THE NEXT GENERATION. SEE IT ALL AT ABERDEEN’S CUTTING EDGE CULTURAL HEART…

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FRESHLY SQUEEZED ...tomorrow’s legends

Friday 18 April

doors 7.30pm

AKORD Akord have won the Drummonds 2K Tournament, Kerrang!'s Big Audition, Red Bull Studios shortlist and played Download festival. Imagine Tool and Karnivool locked together in a musical orgy; a passion filled session with some light sweet jazz to set the mood. Incubus loiter to tag in every so often and Biffy Clyro are there to serve the refreshments - That's Akord. £5.50 Lounge (STANDING) 4

FRESHLY SQUEEZED

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Sunday 1 December

doors 7.30pm

JOHN SMITH John Smith’s musical destiny was cast in his early life, informed in no small part by the records his father chose to play during family gatherings at their West Country fishing village home.

Recently, John Smith had a revelation. He realized that all he really wants to do is write the songs that other people will want to sing along to. “Staggeringly good” Acoustic £8.80 Lounge (SEATED)

Saturday 15 February

doors 7.30pm

THE JOHN KNOX SEX CLUB The band had grown up together in Stirlingshire, but had lost track of each other until they met again while working in a nightclub. After much discussion 'The John Knox Sex Club' was formed. They have since released 2 critically lauded albums toured the UK playing support slots with amongst others Frightened Rabbit and We Were Promised Jetpacks. £6.60 Lounge (STANDING)

FRESHLY SQUEEZED

Saturday 25 January

doors 7.30pm

FEDERATION OF THE DISCO PIMP & KAGOULE Providing unstoppable grooves since 2010, FOTDP combine elements of Old-School Funk, Disco, Psychedelic and Jazz, in their endlessly energetic and blistering live sets. Kagoule’s music is a warm, visceral noise which can quickly morph into glassy guitar chimes and melody, all carried along by a relentless sound of pounding drums and driving bass. £7.70 Lounge (STANDING)

Sunday 2 March

doors 7.30pm

THE BEARDS The concept of The Beards is simple – a folk-rock band that exclusively perform songs about just one subject: Beards. The Beards formed in 2005 - it was a time when having a beard could mean unemployment, social isolation, and sometimes death.

That’s when four defiant bearded men from South Australia decided enough was enough, and the beard revolution began. £9.90 Lounge (STANDING)

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SINGER/ SONGWRITERS ...waxing lyrical

Friday 17 January

doors 7.30pm

LINDI ORTEGA Lindi Ortega is a Canadian singer-songwriter from Toronto, Ontario. Now living in Tennessee, her voice has been described as a blend of Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, and Emmylou Harris. Tin Star, her brand new album is incredibly close to Ortega’s heart and is influenced strongly by life in her adopted home of ‘music city’. £11 Lounge (SEATED) 6

SINGER/SONGWRITERS

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Wednesday 4 December

doors 7.30pm

Sunday 8 December

doors 7.30pm

HORSE

JAMES GRANT

Horse is iconic: simply unique with a breathtaking stagecraft.

The audience become absorbed as part of the ‘Horse’ show, sharing in her energy and delight. People find her music moving and uplifting. This year marks the 20th anniversary of her second album – Gods Home movie and fittingly, in this special year, the new release HOME, described as being her best album yet. £17.60 Lounge (STANDING)

Widely regarded as one of the best singer songwriters and performers in the business, James will play an array of his classic songs from the eighties through the noughties and beyond. This is music from the heart that will stir the soul.

"Songwriting at its zenith" MOJO £13.75 Lounge (SEATED)

Sunday 29 December

doors 7.30pm

FAT HIPPY RECORDS PRESENTS

TERRY MCDERMOTT & THE BONFIRES WITH SUPPORT FROM AMY SAWERS AND CRAIG JOHN DAVIDSON The Voice USA runner up Terry McDermott is fast making a name for himself as a major star. Following his No1 single on Itunes and a debut EP on his original Aberdeen label, Terry has toured relentlessly. Catch this immensely talented local lad who may someday be remembered as one of the most successful singers Scotland has ever produced. £11 Lounge (STANDING)

SINGER/SONGWRITERS

Wednesday 9 April

doors 7.30pm

REBECCA HOLLWEG London-based singer songwriter and accomplished guitarist Rebecca Hollweg's two albums have won her critical acclaim, national radio play and a loyal following of all ages. Playing live, she is open and unpretentious, and as one listener said ‘it feels like she is reaching out and enfolding you in a warm embrace’. £8.80 Lounge (SEATED)

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BANDS ...hot to rock!

Saturday 7 December

doors 8pm

ALABAMA 3 2013 finds Alabama 3 in a sombre and reflective mood as they announce their next UK tour in the week after James Gandolfini has died. Woke Up This Morning is inseparable from The Sopranos as it grew into the nation’s consciousness and hearts along with the series.

"The best live band in the country" The Guardian £19.80 Lounge (STANDING) 8

BANDS

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Monday 16 December

doors 7.30pm

YOUNG FATHERS From the UK via Liberia, Nigeria and Scotland, Young Fathers have pursued a unique trajectory, from mid-teen hip hop trio via psych-pop rap hipsters to where they are now, on their own original island thrown up by a pop volcano, tectonic plates of genres rubbing up against each other like under-sea dirty party-people. £8.80 Lounge (STANDING)

Friday 20 December Wednesday 18 December

doors 7pm

SYNERGY CONCERTS PRESENTS

MARTHA REEVES & THE VANDELLAS Motown Legends Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, famous internationally for hits Dancing in the Street, Nowhere to Run, Heatwave and Jimmy Mack perform a blistering set of soul classics. Martha is a graceful, classy performer with a phenomenal voice and unforgettable songs. A true Motown superstar! £22 Lounge (STANDING)

BANDS

doors 7.30pm

THE LORELEI’S FESTIVE FRENZY THE LORELEI WITH SUPPORT FROM BROTHERS REID AND DEPORTEES Scottish festival favourites The Lorelei are back for another of their legendary Festive Frenzy shows after a busy summer touring to London and bringing the party to the likes of Belladrum and Spey Fest. Previous efforts have included a crowd participation kazoo choir and festive bell solos, so this promises to be a fun night! £11 Lounge (STANDING) 9

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Sunday 16 February

doors 8pm

Saturday 15 March

doors 7.30pm

THE BEAT

DR FEELGOOD

Formed in the working class suburbs of industrial Birmingham in England in 1978 The Beat arose at a time of high unemployment and social upheaval. From the outset the band offered messages of hope and peace with an insight into sociopolitical topics would later alongside The Specials see them heralded as forerunners of the whole 2-Tone Ska movement. £20.90 Lounge (STANDING)

Formed on Canvey Island in Essex in the early 1970s, Dr. Feelgood remains one of the most popular and exciting live rhythm and blues acts in the world. The raw and uncompromising style of their performance resulted in the album Stupidity that immediately went to the number one position in the U.K. charts. £17.60 Lounge (STANDING)

Sunday 16 March

Friday 16 May

doors 7.30pm

doors 7.30pm

DEADFIRE

BAND OF FRIENDS

Deadfire are an award winning and hard hitting 4 piece power ensemble who incorporate a well-oiled mix of old school rock and contemporary riffs topped off with unmistakable vocals.

Their tunes forge new territories while simultaneously tipping a nod to the old school rock they were brought up on. £6.60 Lounge (STANDING)

Celebrating the music of Rory Gallagher but this ain’t no tribute band! Featuring original band members and friends Gerry McAvoy, who played with Rory for 20 years; Ted McKenna, best known for his work with The Sensational Alex Harvey Band; and Marcel Scherpenzeel who is said to be ”the closest guitarist to Rory you will ever hear. £19.80 Lounge (STANDING)

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BANDS

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JAZZ & BLUES

...stylish grooves

Tuesday 4 March

doors 7.30pm

FRASER FIFIELD & GRAEME STEPHEN Multi-instrumentalist Fraser Fifield and guitarist Graeme Stephen celebrate 17 years of musical adventures and the release of their first duo album 'Esotero'. Their performances always take audiences on a journey particular to the day, blending influences from Scottish traditional music, Jazz, and a host of other-wordly sounds to make their own truly unique music. ÂŁ11 Lounge (SEATED)

JAZZ & BLUES

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Saturday 22 February

doors 7.30pm

Thursday 20 March

doors 7.30pm

DAVE ARCARI

MARTIN TAYLOR

Slide guitarist & songwriter Dave Arcari’s alt blues sounds owe as much to trash country, punk and rockabilly as they do prewar Delta blues and have been showcased via eight internationally-acclaimed solo CD releases. His latest album – Whisky in my Blood – was released in March 2013 and sees Dave backed by Finnish musicians collectively known as the Helsinki Hellraisers. £7.70 Lounge (STANDING)

Award winning guitarist Martin Taylor has established a unique musical career as an internationally acclaimed musician, and his inimitable style has seen him recognised as the world’s foremost exponent of solo jazz guitar playing.

“He out-shred’s all of us put together….I’ve never seen anything like it” Jeff Beck £15.40 Lounge (SEATED)

Friday 28 March 2014

Scottish National Jazz Orchestra with Courtney Pine Courtney Pine is a musical visionary who has consistently fascinated audiences by blending world music, reggae, funk, and soul with jazz traditions and heads a new generation of exciting and innovative musicians who have turned their talents to the demanding requirements of jazz.

He joins The Scottish National Jazz Orchestra as their special guest soloist to celebrate one of the most influential saxophonists in jazz history, John Coltrane. In a rare treat for jazz fans, they trace the Giant Steps of genius in A Love Supreme, Naima and Afro Blue to create a swirling storm of vibrant, spiritual energy.

7.30pm

★Tickets £19.80 inc. bf CR U16 £5 inc. bf 12

7.30pm

★Tickets £17.60 inc. bf C

JAZZ & BLUES

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Sunday 27 April

Saturday 10 May

THE HOAX

CONNIE LUSH

WITH WELL HUNG HEART & FEDERAL CHARM

Connie Lush has been recognised as one of the finest Blues singers in the UK, winning five times, “Best Female Vocalist Uk” earning a place in the gallery of greats. Twice voted “European Blues Vocalist of the year” by the French Blues Trophies Awards” and nominated again “Best UK Blues Vocalist” 2011-2012. £16.50 Lounge (STANDING)

British Blues Hall of Famers, The Hoax, have returned to the international stage with the release of their first album in 15 years.

The Hoax found fame in the mid to late 90’s when the young band were signed by Mike Vernon and the band won the coveted “Best British Blues Band” and “Best British Blues Album” awards. £16.50 Lounge (SEATED)

Thursday 29 May

doors 7.30pm

doors 7.30pm

SKETCHES OF SPRING /RIOT AT THE RITE THE DAVID PATRICK OCTET Patrick's jazz re-interpretation of the folk melodies from Stravinsky's Rite of Spring has received rave reviews: “Patrick reworks this orchestral masterpiece into a highly credible and genuinely exciting piece. There were people on their feet after the slamming finale.” ★★★★ The Herald £13.20 Lounge (SEATED)

JAZZ & BLUES

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ROOTS ...folking fantastic

Thursday 16 January

doors 7.30pm

NORTHERN LIGHTS Six world-class musicians from Scotland, Northern-Ireland and Scandinavia in a cross-cultural celebration of new music that bridges the divide between folk and classical, the traditional and the avant-garde in 6 new compositions. Featuring Brian Finnegan, Niall Vallely, Ailie Robertson, Donald Grant, Nikolaj Busk and Ale Carr. ÂŁ13.20 Lounge (SEATED) 14

ROOTS

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Tuesday 18 February

doors 7.30pm

KRIS DREVER & EAMONN COYNE Kris Drever is one third of the acclaimed group Lau and Éamonn Coyne a member of the equally captivating and critically lauded Treacherous Orchestra and Salsa Celtica. The uniquely talented Coyne dazzles on both the banjo and tenor guitar. The highly rated, award-winning vocalist Drever sings simply and disarmingly, and plays the guitar and mandolin. £11 Lounge (SEATED)

Tuesday 18 March

Monday 17 March

doors 7.30pm

EWAN MCLENNAN Ewan McLennan first emerged onto the UK folk scene with the release of his debut album ‘Rags & Robes’. Winner of the BBC Folk Award’s Horizon Award in 2011, Ewan’s music was immediately noted for its depth of feeling and sincerity, whether singing haunting traditional Scottish ballads or weaving the powerful stories that make-up his own songs. £6.60 Lounge (SEATED)

doors 8pm

BLAZIN’ FIDDLES Take a group of the hottest contemporary fiddle players from the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, mix with some wonderfully sympathetic keyboard and guitar arrangements and you’ve got the award winning Blazin’ Fiddles. In the past decade no other band has quite captured the excitement, passion and sensitivity of Scottish music. £16.50 Lounge (SEATED)

ROOTS

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Saturday 19 April

doors 7.30pm

GAVIN MARWICK JOURNEYMAN SPECTACULAR Gavin has many years experience working with an enormous number of musicians across vast swathes of the globe. This unique concert features a vast range of music gathered over this time.

Gavin will be joined by a host of amazing musicians including Ruth Morris, Fraser Fifield, Jonny Hardie and Davy Cattanach. £13.20 Lounge (SEATED)

Tuesday 6 May

doors 7.30pm

THE OLD DANCE SCHOOL The Old Dance School's expansive landscapes of ear-bending contemporary folk place them as true innovators of the music.

Duelling fiddles, soaring brass crescendos, and irresistible grooves, their live show charts their remarkable journey from ballet school basement jam sessions to headline appearances at international festivals. £11 Lounge (STANDING)

Northern Arc Sessions

The Northern Arc sessions are back with two thrilling partnerships featuring four of Scotland and Scandinavia’s top acts!

7.30pm

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Sunday 13 April 2014

Saturday 31 May 2014

Peatbog Faeries & Hedningarna

Treacherous Orchestra & Tuva Livsdatter Syvertsen

★Tickets £17.60 inc. bf C

ROOTS

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TRIBUTE & PARTY BANDS ...a crackin’night out

Saturday 14 December

doors 8pm

THE BLOODY MARYS’ CHRISTMAS STOCKING The fabulous trio break out the suspenders, boas and glitter for a special Christmas gig, parading their take on Abba, Take That and the Rocky Horror Picture show all over the place. Come along to The Lemon Tree for some more festive nonsense from Aberdeen’s finest and funniest tribute act.

Lounge (STANDING)

£16.50

TRIBUTE & PARTY BANDS

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Saturday 28 December

doors 7.30pm

Tuesday 31 December

doors 8pm

THE COMPLETE STONE ROSES

ROCK N ROLL HOGMANAY

The Complete Stone Roses are now one of the UK’s most wellknown and successful tribute bands. Selling out venues across the UK and Ireland regularly, they have helped to carry on the music of one of the UK’s most influential bands - the Stone Roses who played a pivotal role in the history of the UK’s indie music scene. £19.25 Lounge (STANDING)

Aberdeen's high energy rock and metal covers band are back on Hogmanay for the second year. If you love Rock 'n' Roll, Metal, Punk or just music itself, Hogmanay at the Lemon Tree is the place to be.

Expect to hear bands like Metallica, Guns N Roses, Nirvana, LedZeppelin, The Sex Pistols, and The Foo Fighters plus many more. £11 Lounge (STANDING)

Saturday 18 January

Friday 14 March

doors 7.30pm

MOVING PICTURES – RUSH TRIBUTE A welcome return for this trio from Edinburgh performing over two hours of select classics from Rush's early repertoire, using an array of authentic instruments. A fine tribute to the iconic Canadian band best known for its musicianship, complex compositions, and eclectic lyrical motifs drawing heavily on science fiction, fantasy, and philosophy. £11 Lounge (STANDING) 18

WITH BY HOOK OR BY CROOK

doors 7.30pm

LIMEHOUSE LIZZY Limehouse Lizzy have been officially named one of the hardest working acts in the UK, alongside some of the country's biggest & most popular performers. Renowned for an action-packed pyrothechnic-fuelled explosion of a show, Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive, well and dominating stages worldwide. £16.50 Lounge (STANDING)

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Friday 25 April

Friday 13 June

doors 7.30pm

doors 7.30pm

DOORS ALIVE

HELLS BELLS

The Doors Alive are a British tribute band widely regarded as the closest and most enthralling representation of the legendary 1960's rock gods The Doors in the world today.

“Sometimes they sound more like The Doors then The Doors" Doug Cameron - Assistant road manager to The Doors 1968/69 £11.55 Lounge (STANDING)

Hells Bells are a long established and ever popular fixture on The Lemon Tree listings. They are a top class AC/DC tribute who have performed all over the UK, Europe and the Middle East. If you love AC/DC then you’ll love their high energy performance – a show not to be missed.

“Never go on after Hells Bells, they’re lethal!” Don Airey of Deep Purple £16.50 Lounge (STANDING)

TOMORROW’S LEGENDS

Bringing you the next big bands and singers to The Lemon Tree SCAN HERE FOR LISTINGS

TRIBUTE & PARTY BANDS

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COMEDY & SPOKEN WORD ...a laugh a minute

Friday 6 December

STEVE HUGHES

starts 8pm

WHILE IT’S STILL LEGAL

The sublime Australian comic and ex heavy-metal drummer returns to UK shores to embark upon his second solo tour. This brand new show features more thoughtful, outspoken social commentary courtesy of a masterful, erudite and provocative performer. Laid-back, effortless charm and caustic anti-establishment humour from a truly unique, world class performer. £16.50 Lounge (SEATED) 20

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Sunday 5 January

starts 8pm

Wednesday 15 January

starts 7pm

TREVOR NOAH

STUART MACBRIDE

THE RASCIST

SONG FOR THE DYING

Fresh from a record-breaking season of shows at London’s Soho Theatre and a critically acclaimed total sell-out season at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, South African comedian, Trevor Noah is proud to present his critically acclaimed show, The Racist, on a ground-breaking tour of the UK. “Slick, intelligent, blissfully funny” Time Out £16.50 Lounge (SEATED)

Join Aberdeen crime supremo Stuart Macbride as he talks about his new book Song for the Dying, a heart-stopping crime thriller from the author of three consecutive No. 1 bestsellers, including Birthdays for the Dead and the DI Logan McRae series. £7.70 Lounge (SEATED)

Friday 31 January

Thursday 20 February

starts 8pm

starts 8pm

CRAIG HILL

STUART MACONIE

TARTAN ABOUT!

THE PEOPLE’S SONGS

Kilty as charged!!! Hot on the heels of last year’s hysterically funny, sold out national tour, don’t miss the chance to see Scotland’s favourite Craig Hill’s new show Tartan About! - live and unleashed! The Scotsman said that “Hill live is a revelation” and we absolutely agree - it’s a wickedly delicious evening of pure, unadulterated fun. £17.05 Lounge (SEATED)

The popular TV and radio presenter, journalist and author talks about his new book and epic radio series, a social history of modern Britain told through pop singles. Stuart is a best-selling travel writer, but best known as co-host of Radcliffe and Maconie on BBC6 Music. £16.50 Lounge (SEATED)

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Friday 21 February

starts 8pm

ANDREW LAWRENCE

THERE IS NO ESCAPE

As seen on BBC1's Live At The Apollo, star of his own BBC Radio 4 series How Did We End Up Like This? Andrew Lawrence presents his latest standup show of all new material.

“Anyone who gives this spikily inventive performer the time of day will realise they're in the presence of an A-list talent.” The Guardian £15.40 Lounge (SEATED)

Saturday 8 March

starts 8pm

CHRIS RAMSEY THE MOST DANGEROUS MAN ON SATURDAY MORNING TELEVISION Fresh from a complete sell-out 2012 tour, and multiple appearances on Celebrity Juice and 8 Out of 10 Cats, Chris embarks on a brand new tour. Taking a brush with on air censorship as a jumping off point to muse on life, mistakes, expectation and offense, he examines what happens when you say the wrong thing in the wrong place at the wrong time. £18.15 Lounge (SEATED) 22

Monday 10 March

starts 8pm

ANDY KIRKPATRICK INAPPROPRIATE CLIMBING Best selling author and comedian Andy Kirkpatrick returns in his fifth theatre tour. Andy has been busy climbing all over the world and has a tonne of new stories to tell. The maverick mountaineer will be talking about climbing El Cap with his 13year-old daughter, revisiting Norway’s Troll Wall, and his latest winter expedition to attempt the North Face of the Eiger. £15.40 Lounge (SEATED)

COMEDY & SPOKEN WORD

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Monday 31 March

starts 8pm

Wednesday 2 April

starts 8pm

SIMON EVANS

JOSH WIDDICOMBE

LEASHED

INCIDENTALLY…

After a total run at the Edinburgh Fringe 2013, Evans is back with more “Sizzlingly entertaining, beautifully crafted, devastatingly funny gags.” The Guardian. Star of Celebrity Mastermind, Live at the Apollo and Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow. “A great craftsman of language… an evil delight.” Chortle. £15.40 Lounge (SEATED)

Star of Channel 4’s ‘The Last Leg’, BBC1’s ‘Live At The Apollo’ and ‘Mock The Week’, Josh Widdicombe returns to the road this autumn touring his brand new show. The last twelve months have been incredible for the Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Newcomer nominee with his hit show ‘The Last Leg’ being recommissioned. £15.40 Lounge (SEATED)

Thursday 3 April

Saturday 5 April

starts 8pm

starts 8pm

SHAPPI KHORSANDI

HAL CRUTTENDEN

Star of Live At The Apollo, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, Friday Night with Jonathan Ross, and Have I Got News for You. Is back with a brand new show for 2013.

Shappi Khorsandi is one of the hottest comedy prospects in the country. She’s feisty, flirty and effortlessly funny she handles every subject with a razor sharp wit, softened only by her deliciously dizzy delivery and endless charm. £15.40 Lounge (SEATED)

THE TOUGH LUVVIE TOUR

COMEDY & SPOKEN WORD

Hal’s comedy is simultaneously warm and catty, straight and camp - it’s a lovely mix that has made him a regular guest on John Bishops’s Only Joking (Sky1) and led to not one, but two sitcoms being produced this year.

“Tough Luvvie is his best solo stand up show to date” The Telegraph £15.40 Lounge (SEATED) 23

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Thursday 17 April

Sunday 4 May

starts 8pm

HARDEEP SINGH KOHLI

starts 7pm

THE ONLY WAY IS DOWNTON

HARDEEP IS YOUR LOVE Following a limited run at the 2013 Edinburgh Fringe, the comedian, broadcaster, journalist, and chef takes his hilarious stand up show on the road. Hardeep has also been seen on television shows ranging from Question Time to Celebrity Masterchef. Join Hardeep as he offers his take on life, love and finding romance in middle age. £13.20 Lounge (SEATED)

Direct from a West End season comes this first national tour of Luke Kempner’s tour-de-force impressions comedy. As celebrities start appearing at the Abbey, cultures clash and eras hilariously collide in this brilliant new parody, which takes in many other popular TV shows and familiar modern voices to help the cast of Downton save the estate from financial ruin – again! £13.20 Studio

CRACKING COMEDY HIGHLIGHTS

DON’T MISS OUT AT THE MUSIC HALL...

Saturday 4 January 2014

Friday 11 April 2014

JASON MANFORD ALAN DAVIES Monday 31 March 2014

Wednesday 30 April 2014

RICH HALL

RUSSELL KANE

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THEATRE ...the story of our lives

Tuesday 11 March

starts 7pm

STELLAR QUINES THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

DARE TO CARE

BY CHRISTINE LINDSAY

Arriving for a spell behind bars, where there are no secrets or boundaries, and carrying their life’s baggage, a group of women tell their stories in a sometimes crazy, often poignant insight into their lives and the price they’ll pay.

“Bursting with wit, intelligence and energy.” The Scotsman £13.20 Studio

THEATRE

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MANIPULATE VISUAL THEATRE FESTIVAL INNOVATIVE INTERNATIONAL THEATRE – STUNNING OPENING WEEKEND IN ABERDEEN

Saturday 1 February

starts 7pm

Friday 31 January

starts 7pm

FAUX THEATRE / SCOTLAND

TORN Is it better to have loved and lost, than never have loved at all?

An exploration of the power of infatuation in a relationship, from fantasy and intimate attachment to loss. A poignant and powerful portrayal of one woman's effort to find and experience love. A sensual and compelling visual theatre solo combining object theatre, kinetic art and an original live score. £11 Studio

Sunday 2 February

starts 7pm

DUDA PAIVA COMPANY / NETHERLANDS

POLINA BOROSOVA / RUSSIA

BESTIAIRES

GO!

The most popular ancient Greek gods are on tour and have arrived in town, just to entertain you! Our performing deities undergo astonishing transformations, both physical and emotional, but all too soon they experience the frustrations and failures of mortality. Duda Paiva has performed all over the world with his innovative and highly popular fusion of modern dance, puppetry and multimedia. £11 Studio

Inspired by the simplicity and speed with which extraordinary people can leave us and based on numerous travel notes scribbled down and saved from over the years, this piece articulates with great tenderness and humour the solitude of those who, as they travel towards the end of their lives, dwell more and more within the reality and comfort of their memories. £11 Studio

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Wednesday 12 - Friday 14 February

starts 7pm

PRESENT TENSE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

Tuesday 18 March

starts 7pm

JULIE MADLY DEEPLY

IRON

STARRING SARAH-LOUISE YOUNG

BY RONA MUNRO Josie is visiting her mother Fay for the first time in fifteen years.

Fay, however, is in prison for life. Between the two lies the fact of murder. A murder Josie can't remember and Fay can't forget.

Present Tense Productions is proud to present Aberdeen born Rona Munro's play "Iron." £13.20 Studio

Adored by millions, Dame Julie Andrews is a genuine legend of showbiz around the globe. This charming yet cheeky cabaret takes an engaging look at fame and fandom, through the eyes and voice of award-winning singer, West End actress and Fascinating Aïda star Sarah-Louise Young, who has been named

by TimeOut as one of London’s Top Ten cabaret performers. £13.20 Studio

Thursday 20 March

Saturday 5 April

starts 7pm

BIRDS OF PARADISE & RANDOM ACCOMPLICE PRESENTS

BORDERLINE THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

WENDY HOOSE

A SLOW AIR

BY JOHNNY MCKNIGHT

Laura and Jake just want sex. No strings attached. But getting your leg over is sometimes more difficult than you think. Wendy Hoose is about two twenty year olds searching for love in all the wrong places! Contains strong language and scenes of a sexual nature. Wendy Hoose includes audio description, BSL and animated surtitles. Age guideline: 16 years + £13.20 Studio

THEATRE

starts 7pm

BY DAVID HARROWER You can feel blood. You can. Even after all this time. Morna and Atholl are brother and sister but they haven’t spoken to each other for 15 years. Now Morna’s son, Joshua, is turning 21 – and he’s planning a party. It’s going to be a night to remember! A play by the Olivier Award winning writer of Blackbird, Knives in Hens and Ciara. £13.20 Studio 27

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Winner of a Herald Angel and Fringe First

Tuesday 14 April

starts 7pm

Saturday 3 May

starts 7pm

DOGSTAR THEATRE PRESENTS

THICKSKIN PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

FACTOR 9

CHALK FARM

BY HAMISH MACDONALD Dogstar presents a visceral horror story, a multi-media performance dominated by that vital fluid, blood. Set against the backdrop of the tainted blood products scandal which has affected thousands of haemophiliacs worldwide, Factor 9 is a story of human survival and a cry for justice in the face of a medical industrial nightmare. £13.20 Studio

BY KEIRAN HURLEY & A.J. TAUDEVIN

An explosive new play about love and blame in the aftermath of the 2011 London riots. Through a mother’s desire for safety and acceptance and a young boy’s need to be recognised, Chalk Farm offers an uncompromising and ultimately heartbreaking examination of a fractured society. Heart-stopping visual theatre, fusing multi-media, movement and text. £13.20 Studio

Interchange 2014

From 21-23 March 2014 Aberdeen Performing Arts is hosting Interchange – a national exchange of leading practice in youth theatre arts.

Produced by Youth Theatre Arts Scotland, Interchange is Scotland’s only annual training conference for professionals who use drama and theatre in their work with young people.

This training event is a must for: • youth theatre practitioners; • undergraduates studying all areas of the performing arts; • primary and secondary school drama teachers; • creative learning managers of theatre companies; • artists who work in participatory settings and • youth workers who use creativity to engage young people.

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THEATRE

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ABERDEEN PERFORMING ARTS AND ORAN MOR PRESENT

Not enough drama in your life?

Top up after work.

Following our successful opening of A Play, A Pie and A Pint series in partnership with Oran Mor we are delighted to announce the spring season dates. Its been going like a fair in Glasgow for 10 years. It does what it says on the tin. Join us after work for a tasy bite, your tipple and top new theatre from some of the country’s best talent.

To avoid disapointment book early!

Here’s what our customers thought….

“A great way to introduce people to theatre.”

“Liked the relaxed, friendly, casual, enthusiastic and intimate atmosphere. Super actors, interesting topic; big WELL DONE to all.”

Here’s what the press thought….

★★★★ “GOLD PLATED”The Herald

“Saintly performances were given by all”Evening Express Tue - Fri 6pm, Sat 1pm Lounge (SEATED)

Tuesday 25 February - Saturday 1 March 2014 Tuesday 25 - Saturday 29 March 2014 Tuesday 29 April - Saturday 3 May 2014

THEATRE

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DANCE ...let’s make a move

Saturday 8 March

starts 7pm

CITYMOVES DANCE AGENCY PRESENTS

DANCE TRIPLE BILL Triple Bill of new work, including A Personal Landscape by Hayley Durward, a detailed fast paced duet drawing on the Scottish landscape and exploring our inherent need to bring the outdoors closer to us. £9.35 Studio 30

DANCE

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Saturday 15 March

starts 7pm

Thursday 27 March

starts 7pm

CITYMOVES DANCE AGENCY PRESENTS

CITYMOVES DANCE AGENCY PRESENTS

CITYMOVES SPRING SHOW

QUARTET

A showcase of various dance styles from Citymoves’s performance groups, plus special guest performances from the Scottish School of Contemporary Dance. £6.60 Studio

ROSALIND MASSON & JACK WEBB

Quartet is performed and created by these two rising talents of Scotland´s dance scene. Idiosyncratic energy meets fluid and dynamic form, a man and woman explore different faces of the same coin. With extraordinary live music from sound artist and composer Jan Hendrickse, and DroneShaman James T. McKay of The Cosmic Dead. £9.35 Studio

P CAR PARKING Saturday 29 March

starts 7pm

ELEMENTZ COMMUNITY DANCE COMPANY PRESENTS

ELEMENTZ AND FRIENDS This is Elementz second platform performance. After the success of last years show we are looking forward to doing it all again! Elementz will be performing two new pieces of choreography and this time we are inviting more locally based choreographers and dancers to join us. £7.70 Studio

DANCE

IN THE CITY CENTRE FOR ONLY

£2

You can get a ticket for the Bon Accord Centre car park on Harriet Street (5.30pm - 11pm) – ask the box office.

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FAMILY ...one for the kids

Saturday 30 November - Tuesday 24 December

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

Frozen Charlotte Productions and Aberdeen Performing Arts present

A MILLION MILES AWAY A tall little girl a long way from home...

Not quite sure what to do…

Thinking this year Christmas might not be the same...

And she’s right - it won’t.

This year she’ll be on an island surrounded by stars.

Stars that are magical, mischief making and fun.

This year Christmas will be one in a million…

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Join us for this delightful and inventive Christmas experience, created especially for The Lemon Tree, by Frozen Charlotte Productions (winners of the 2012 Critics’ Awards for Theatre in Scotland for Best Production for Children and Young People).

£8.80

Studio

FAMILY

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PUPPET ANIMATION £8.35 FESTIVAL Studio

Thursday 10 April

starts 2pm

MOUSETALE PUPPETS PRESENTS

OSCAR & THE LOST CITY OF THE INCAS A school history lesson about the Incas unexpectedly comes to life, throwing Oscar the Mouse into a thrilling adventure with a comical chimp called Monkey! A magical mix of music, humour and colourful, action-packed adventure. Age 4+

Saturday 12 April

starts 2pm

SOKOBAUNO PUPPET THEATRE PRESENTS

ALBERT’S AMAZING ACROBATIC FLEA CIRCUS

Witness bizzare feats of strength, death defying stunts, brilliant balancing and jovial jumping! Performed using a purpose built chapiteau, with inspiring original music, amazing puppetry and ingenious slight of hand, prepare to be enthralled and dumbfounded! Age 4+

Monday 14 April

starts 2pm

AILIE COHEN & UNICORN THEATRE PRESENTS

THE SECRET LIFE OF SUITCASES

Larry works at the Suitcase Station, and he likes it very much. He collects and sorts out everyone's secrets as they arrive from all over the world. There are so many of them!

But he’s very good at his job and manages to keep them all safe. Until one day, a secret escapes - and Larry has to go on a mission to get it back! Age 4+

Wednesday 16 April

starts 2pm

STUFF & NONSENSE PRESENTS

LITTLE RED HEN Making bread is hard work, but it would be a lot easier if the lazy farm yard animals got off their reclining sofas and lent a hand. This ingenious adaptation of the early learning classic story, features a host of animal puppets, sing-along songs and madcap comic routines. It genuinely is a treat for the whole family.

Age 3+

Friday 18 April

starts 2pm

NORWICH PUPPET THEATRE PRESENTS

THE FROG AND THE PRINCESS An entertaining and poignant re-telling of the traditional Frog Prince tale by the Brother's Grimm, which uses a beautiful blend of puppetry and music that will entertain and delight family audiences. Age 4-8

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Sunday 30 March

starts 2.30pm

Saturday 26 April

starts 7pm

CITYMOVES DANCE AGENCY PRESENTS

VISIBLE FICTIONS PRESENTS

MADE TO MEASURE

ROBIN HOOD

A fun and friendly introduction to dance for young audiences, using contemporary dance and comedy to explore the idea of ‘Measurement’, with an interactive session where children can join in at the end.

Age 4-8 £6.60 Studio

Somewhere near you there is a band of brothers fighting for justice. Seeking to rid the land of evil and return hope to the poorly treated. They are lean, mean, trained justice fighting machines! Join internationally acclaimed Visible Fictions for a silly and unexpected take on Robin Hood and be prepared to unleash your imagination!

Age 9+ £8.25 Studio

Wednesday 14 - Saturday 17 May

Sunday 18 May

RUTH KENT

starts 10.30am & 1.30pm

STARCATCHERS & THEATER O.N (BERLIN) PRESENTS

A SMALL STORY| EINE KLEINE GESCHICHTE

CREATED AND PERFORMED

BY ANDY MANLEY AND ANIA MICHAELIS Let’s say...Something begins…A movement…Maybe a touch…

Time passes…Together…Sleep, eat, breathe…Love…Sometimes a quarrel…Enough kisses…From time to time cake…Life…A small story. A world of objects and visual storytelling. Age 2-4 £7.70 Studio 34

starts 2pm

IMAGINATE FESTIVAL ON TOUR PRESENTS PERTH THEATRE AND WEEPING SPOON PRODUCTIONS

THE ADVENTURES OF ALVIN SPUTNIK: DEEP SEA EXPLORER A highly imaginative fusion of animation, puppetry, projections and music, telling the tale of a quiet hero, Alvin, and the search for his lost love in the seemingly endless depths of the ocean. Having charmed audiences worldwide, and received countless five star reviews and awards, this exquisite one-man show is a remarkable pocket masterpiece of invention, staging and performance.

Part of the Glasgow 2014 Cultural Programme. Age 4-8 £8.25 Studio

FAMILY

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APA Youth Theatre APA Play

(primary 1 – primary 3) A fun and engaging introduction to drama!

APA Create (primary 4 – primary 7) Developing theatre skills and exploring new ideas in a fun and exciting way!

Nurturing and developing Youth Theatre (Secondary 1 and Secondary 2) creative talent in the Junior Further explore the world of theatre by devising a brand new piece of North East theatre with a director!

Intermediate Youth Theatre Contact the Creative Learning Team We would love to hear from you!

If you would like to enquire about booking on to any of our classes or have any queries about APA Creative Learning please either email creativelearning@aberdeenperformingarts.com or call 01224 337664.

(Secondary 3 and Secondary 4) Take your theatre skills to the next level by devising a piece of contemporary theatre with a professional team!

Senior Youth Theatre (Secondary 5 and Secondary 6) Produce a high quality scripted piece of theatre, enhance theatre skills and learn from some of the best theatre companies in the country!

Supported by

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YOUTH MUSIC

Nurturing and developing creative talent in the North East

Coming soon…amazing musical opportunities for budding young singers, players and bands.

Teeny, Tiny Tunes (3 – 5 years) Starting in January, a fun and interactive musical intro for wee ones!

APA Glee

(primary 4 – 7 and secondary 1 – age 18) Develop arrangements for the songs of your choice, create harmonies and sing your heart out!

! n i n i Jo Young Musicians (secondary 3 – aged 19)

A brand new opportunity for budding singers, songwriters and bands!

Play a gig at The Lemon Tree, record a song and learn from some of the best musicians in the country!

Contact the Creative Learning Team We would love to hear from you!

If you would like to enquire about booking on to any of our classes or have any queries about APA Creative Learning please either email creativelearning@aberdeenperformingarts.com or call 01224 337664.

Supported by

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AT A GLANCE DECEMBER 2013 Date Sun 1 Dec Mon 2 Dec Tue 3 Dec Wed 4 Dec Thu 5 Dec Fri 6 Dec Sat 7 Dec Sun 8 Dec Mon 9 Dec Tue 10 Dec Wed 11 Dec Thu 12 Dec Sat 14 Dec

WHAT ABOUT...

Sun 15 Dec

Show

A Million Miles Away John Smith A Million Miles Away A Million Miles Away A Million Miles Away Horse A Million Miles Away Steve Hughes A Million Miles Away Alabama 3 A Million Miles Away James Grant A Million Miles Away A Million Miles Away A Million Miles Away A Million Miles Away A Million Miles Away The Bloody Mary’s Christmas Stocking A Million Miles Away

Sunday 15 December

Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Concert

Mon 16 Dec Venue Page Studio 32 Lounge 5 Studio 32 Studio 32 Studio 32 Lounge 7 Studio 32 Lounge 20 Studio 32 Lounge 8 Studio 32 Lounge 7 Studio 32 Studio 32 Studio 32 Studio 32 Studio 32 Lounge Studio

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Tue 17 Dec Wed 18 Dec

Thu 19 Dec Fri 20 Dec Sat 21 Dec Sun 22 Dec Mon 23 Dec Tue 24 Dec Sat 28 Dec Sun 29 Dec Tue 31 Dec

A Million Miles Away Young Fathers A Million Miles Away A Million Miles Away Martha Reeves & the Vandellas A Million Miles Away The Lorelei’s Festive Frenzy A Million Miles Away A Million Miles Away A Million Miles Away A Million Miles Away The Complete Stones Roses Terry McDermott & The Bonfires Rock n Roll Hogmanay

Studio Lounge Studio Studio

32 9 32 32

Lounge Studio

9 32

Lounge Studio Studio Studio Studio

9 32 32 32 32

Lounge

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Lounge Lounge

7 18

JANUARY 2014 Date Sun 5 Jan Wed 15 Jan Thu 16 Jan Fri 17 Jan Sat 18 Jan

Show

Trevor Noah Stuart Macbride Northern Lights Lindi Ortega Moving Pictures

Venue Page Lounge 21 Lounge 21 Lounge 14 Lounge 6 Lounge 18 37

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AT A GLANCE Fri 31 Jan

Federation of the Disco Pimp & Kagoule Lounge Torn Studio Craig Hill Lounge

5 26 21

FEBRUARY 2014 WHAT ABOUT...

Date

Show

Vampires Rock

WHAT ABOUT...

Bestiaires Go!

Studio Studio

26 26

Wednesday 12 Friday 14 February 2014

Wed 12 Feb Thu 13 Feb Fri 14 Feb Sat 15 Feb Sun 16 Feb Tue 18 Feb Thu 20 Feb Fri 21 Feb

Iron Studio Iron Studio Iron Studio The John Knox Sex Club Lounge The Beat Lounge Kris Drever & Lounge Eamonn Coyne Stuart Maconie Lounge Andrew Lawrence Lounge

Sat 8 Mar Mon 10 Mar

Rambert - Rooster 27 27 27 5 10 15 21 22

Dave Arcari A Play, A Pie & A Pint A Play, A Pie & A Pint A Play, A Pie & A Pint A Play, A Pie & A Pint

Lounge Lounge Lounge Lounge Lounge

12 29 29 29 29

MARCH 2014 Date Sat 1 Mar Sun 2 Mar Tue 4 Mar

Saturday 1 February 2014

Sat 1 Feb Sun 2 Feb

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Sat 22 Feb Tue 25 Feb Wed 26 Feb Thu 27 Feb Fri 28 Feb

WHAT ABOUT...

Sat 25 Jan

Show

A Play, A Pie & A Pint The Beards Fraser Fifield & Graeme Stephen Dance Triple Bill Chris Ramsey Andy Kirkpatrick

Venue Page Lounge 29 Lounge 22 Lounge Studio Lounge Lounge

11 30 22 22

Studio Lounge Studio Lounge Lounge Lounge Studio Lounge

25 18 31 10 10 15 27 15

Tuesday 11 Saturday 15 March 2014

Pygmalion

Tue 11 Mar Fri 14 Mar Sat 15 Mar Sun 16 Mar Mon 17 Mar Tue 18 Mar

Dare to Care Limehouse Lizzy Citymoves Spring Show Dr Feelgood Deadfire Ewan Maclennan Julie Madly Deeply Blazin’ Fiddles

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WHAT ABOUT...

Tue 25 Mar Wed 26 Mar Thu 27 Mar

Wendy Hoose Martin Taylor A Play, A Pie & A Pint A Play, A Pie & A Pint A Play, A Pie & A Pint Quartet

Studio Lounge Lounge Lounge Lounge Studio

27 12 29 29 29 31

SNJO with Courtney Pine

Sun 30 Mar Mon 31 Mar

A Play, A Pie & A Pint A Play, A Pie & A Pint Elementz and Friends Made to Measure Simon Evans

Lounge Lounge Studio Studio Lounge

29 29 31 33 23

Tue 15 Apr Wed 16 Apr Thu 17 Apr Fri 18 Apr Wed 9 Apr Sat 19 Apr

Tuesday 1 Saturday 5 April 2014

Chariots of Fire

Wed 2 Apr Thu 3 Apr Sat 5 Apr Thu 10 Apr

WHAT ABOUT...

Venue Page

Josh Widdicombe Shappi Khorsandi A Slow Air Hal Cruttenden Oscar & the Lost City of the Incas

Lounge Lounge Studio Lounge

23 23 27 23

Studio

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Fri 25 Apr Sat 26 Apr Sun 27 Apr Tue 29 Apr Wed 30 Apr

WHAT ABOUT...

WHAT ABOUT...

Show

Studio

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Studio Studio Studio Lounge Studio Lounge Lounge

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Lounge Lounge Studio Lounge Lounge Lounge

16 19 34 13 29 29

Sunday 13 April 2014

APRIL 2014 Date

Albert’s Amazing Acrobatic Flea Circus

NORTHERN ARC Peatbog Faeries + Hedningarna

Mon 14 Apr

Friday 28 March 2014

Fri 28 Mar Sat 29 Mar

Sat 12 Apr

WHAT ABOUT...

Thu 20 Mar

The Secret Life of Suitcases Factor 9 Little Red Hen Hardeep Singh Kohli The Frog & the Princess Akord Rebecca Hollweg Gavin Marwick Journeyman Spectacular Doors Alive Robin Hood The Hoax A Play, A Pie & A Pint A Play, A Pie & A Pint

Wednesday 30 April 2014

Russell Kane

Friday 11 Saturday 12 April 2014

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NEED TO KNOW...

BUYING TICKETS In person: at the Music Hall or HMT (Mon-Sat 9.30am-6pm) or take a chance on the door, The Lemon Tree box office opens just before every show.

On the phone: call 01224 641122 Mon-Sat 9.30am-6pm.

Online: aberdeenperformingarts.com has all the latest listings and ticket info.

WHERE IS IT? You will find The Lemon Tree right behind Marischal College on West North Street – just in case you’re not sure, here’s a map:

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Bon Accord Harriet St Car Park

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By bus: there is a bus stop right outside and we’re just round the corner from Union St, King St and Broad St so lots of buses By car: try the car parks at Frederick St, Marischall College and Gallowgate, or for £2 you can get a ticket for the Bon Accord Centre car park on Harriet Street (until 11pm) – ask the box office.

HOW MUCH? We’ve printed the whole price of ticket in the brochure, this includes the booking fee (the only extra you’ll have to pay for is postage, but why not print your own at home?) – there could well be discounts for students, children, over 60s or APA Friends – just ask or check online.

DO I SIT OR STAND? A bit of both – we try and create the right atmosphere for each gig, some will have seats, some won’t – we’ve tried to list it where we can here.

If it says ‘doors’ then that’s when the doors open and you get inside for a drink. If it says ‘start’ that’s when the show starts. Some shows have support acts, we can’t always confirm this until nearer the time and ‘start’ can mean the start of the support act, not the main act

HOW OLD DO I HAVE TO BE? All ages are welcome, but under 16s must be accompanied by an adult, and under 18s can’t be near the bars.

Aberdeen Performing Arts is a charity registered in Scotland. No: SCO33733

WHAT DO THE TIMES MEAN?