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Aberdeen and Robert the Bruce
Date Location
Assistant Keeper Chris Croly will discuss the Bruce and the 'deen.
24 Jul 12.30–1.00 Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
Aberdeen Chorus on a Sentimental Journey
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The Aberdeen chorus of Sweet Adelines International comprises of around 80 women who sing in four part harmony a cappella style.
14 Aug 7.30 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
Aberdeen City and Shire
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Ruaraidh Wishart of the Aberdeen City Archives will discuss Aberdeen and its history of relations, 1600-1900.
28 Aug 12.30–1.00 Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
Aberdeen Country Fair
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Local farmers and crafters showcase their home-grown and home-crafted products.
26 Jul 9.00am–5.00 Belmont Street, Aberdeen
Aberdeen International Street Market
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Street market with over 70 stalls selling produce from all over Europe.
25 Jul–27 Jul 11.00am Union Terrace Gardens, Aberdeen
Aberdeen International Youth Festival
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One of the world's biggest participatory festivals, this multi-arts event brings together and presents the best young dance companies, classical dance academies, youth orchestras, bands and music ensembles from around the world.
30 Jul–9 Aug (Times vary) Various venues, Aberdeen
Aberdeen International Youth Festival at the Arts Centre
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Three evenings of dance, fusing classical and modern ballet, traditional and contemporary dance, drawing influences from Afria, Europe and Central America. Performing companies include, Aike Raes and Cie Ph/f/ase from Belgium, Gastana Dance from Israel and the Georgia Dance Theatre Legacy. Please see website for performance times.'Part of the Aberdeen International Youth Festival'.
4 Aug–6 Aug (Times vary) Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
Aberdeen Variety Performance
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Wendy Ivers will lead you through an exhilarating evening of magic tricks, live music, silly songs, stand-up, character comedy and performance poetry.
3 Aug 8.00 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
Aberdeen Winter Festival Christmas Carols Concert
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Sing along to your favourite carols.
20 Dec 4.00–6.00 David Welch Winter Gardens, Aberdeen
Aberdeen Winter Festival Christmas Tea Dance
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Listen and dance to the live band.
10 Dec 1.30–4.00 Beach Ballroom, Aberdeen
Aberdeen Winter Festival: Fireworks Night
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An exciting display of colourful, bright and noisy high aerial fireworks complete with family entertainment. Warm, waterproof clothing essential. Please do not bring your own fireworks.
5 Nov 7.00–8.30 Aberdeen Beach, Aberdeen
Aberdeen Winter Festival: Santa & His Reindeer Parade
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Santa and his reindeer cohorts proceed from the Castlegate, along Union Street to the Mall Trinity, where the reindeer will be hanging around for visitors.
16 Nov 12.00 City Centre, Aberdeen
Aberdeen's Tartan Day
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With a massed pipe band parade, historic re-enactments, a local history fair and plenty of traditional music.
2 Aug (Times vary) Various venues, Aberdeen
AIYF International Dance Gala
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The highlight of the festival's dance programme, the Gala draws together young dancers from international companies to present new choreography and traditional dance. Featuring companies from Belgium, Georgia and China. 'Part of Aberdeen International Youth Festival'.
7 Aug 7.30 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
AIYF International Variety Gala
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Highlights from the festival, with international dance, music and theatre, plus new collaborative pieces created by international companies working together in Aberdeen. 'Part of the Aberdeen International Youth Festival'.
9 Aug 7.30 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
Ambassadors Big Band
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Classic big band tunes along with some modern numbers such as 'Route 66' and 'Feelings'.
12 Aug–13 Aug 7.30 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
An Evening with Ray Mears
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The legendary survivalist's first Scottish tour, a two hour show exploring his crazy wild world, followed by a question and answer session.
14 Oct 7.30 Music Hall, Aberdeen
Artists Abroad
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A new selection of works exhibiting the influences played by foreign travel upon an artist.
1 Jun–30 Aug Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
Arts and Crafts Ceramics
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Assistant Keeper Kate Gillespie will discuss The Bough and Mak'merry Studios.
21 Aug 12.30–1.00 Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
Ben Boats: Watercolours of George Wiseman
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An exhibition of watercolours by pierhead artist George Wiseman who painted trawlers of the 1950s and 60s.
10 May–16 Aug, not Sundays 10.00am–5.00 Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Aberdeen
The Best is Yet to Come
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Aberdeen's premiere rat pack swing-trio, Ocean's 3, take to the glittering stage.
7 Aug–8 Aug 7.30 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
The Bohemians
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A faithful tribute to golden rockers Queen.
22 Aug Cafe Drummonds, Aberdeen
Bugsy Malone
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Musical spoof of Prohibition-era gangster films courtesy of Triple Threat Youth.
27 Aug–30 Aug 7.30 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
Camouflage '08
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This dynamic programme of arts events has been organised by The Gordon Highlanders Museum in association with The Aberdeen Arts Development Team and will feature a range of activities for all ages and stages. Examining concepts such as disguise, distortion and concealment, through workshops such as 'The Great Art Disguise ' and 'Experimental Camouflage Contemporary Art', the organisers hope to draw out a range of creative talents. A full programme of events can be downloaded from the website.
2 Apr–31 Oct (Times vary) The Gordon Highlanders' Museum, Aberdeen
The Castlegate in Bye-gone Days
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Catherine Taylor from Aberdeen Central Library will discuss the history of Castlegate.
14 Aug 12.30–1.00 The Tolbooth, Aberdeen
CBeebies at the Theatre: Let's Play!
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A fully live theatrical performance straight from the CBeebies channel to the stage. Join Jenny Jumble and PC Plum as they go on an adventure filled with singing, dancing and their CBeebies friends, including Postman Pat, Jess and Bill & Ben.
4 Aug–6 Aug Mon 4.30; Tue & Wed 11.00am & 2.00 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
Children's Workshops inspired by Scottish Arts and Crafts
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A series of children's workshops will be held in honour of 'Hand, Heart and Soul' at the Aberdeen Art Gallery . Make the most of the opportunity to play with jewellery and ceramics, and then let go with some dancing. Please check the website for further details.
21 Jul–13 Aug 10.30am–12.30; 1.30–3.20 Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
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In the second instalment of the Narnia films, the Pevensie children are summoned back to Narnia for a slick, fast-paced romp through dark woods, underground caverns and fierce battles. With a simplistic plot, and Caspian (Barnes) reduced to a pretty face, Disney may have finally brought Narnia to the big screen, but for a real journey of the imagination, stick to the books.
18 Jul–23 Jul 11.10am Cineworld Aberdeen, Aberdeen
18 Jul–23 Jul 4.00 Vue Aberdeen, Aberdeen
City of Aberdeen Bowling Tournament
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Week-long mixed tournament, spectators welcome.
20 Jul–26 Jul (Times vary) Various venues, Aberdeen
Aberdeen Winter Festival: Christmas Lights Switch On
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Watch the festive lights go on.
16 Nov 5.30–6.15 Union Street, Aberdeen
The City of Aberdeen Clydesdale Horse Show
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This is Scotland's premier Clydesdale horse event and a great family day out. The show is free to the public, held again at the city's Duthie Park.
23 Aug 10.00am–4.30 Duthie Park, Aberdeen
A Complete History of My Sexual Failures
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Documentary filmmaker Waitt sets out to contact all of his ex-girlfriends, to discover what makes him such a rubbish boyfriend, leading to a trip to Edinburgh. A brisk pace, a desire to bare all (literally) and Chris' very ordinary but anxious humanity makes this slightly insular premise engaging viewing.
18 Jul–24 Jul 9.10 The Belmont, Aberdeen
Contacting the World
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Pioneering theatre exchange project, Contacting the World, present performances from Brazil's Afro Reggae and Manchester's Space 3. 'Part of the Aberdeen International Youth Festival'.
4 Aug–5 Aug 7.00 The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
Daniel O'Donnell
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Danny boy comes to perform hits from his two astonishingly successful easy listening albums. Tell your gran to get her tickets fast.
6 Dec 6.30 AECC, Aberdeen
Danny Bhoy: By The Way
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Twinkly-eyed funny lad Danny Bhoy returns with more stories.
29 Aug 8.00 The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
The Dark Knight
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Following on from Nolan's critically and commercially successful 'Batman Begins', this sequel promises to be bigger and possibly even better in almost every way. Inevitably, though, expect proceedings to be overshadowed by Ledger's final screen role, as Batman's (Bale) arch-nemesis The Joker.
23 Jul–24 Jul Wed 8.00; Thu 12.30, 1.30, 4.00, 5.00, 7.30, 8.30 & 11.00 Cineworld Aberdeen, Aberdeen
24 Jul Thu 9.00am, 12.00, 1.00, 3.30, 4.30, 7.00, 8.00, 10.20 & 11.30 Vue Aberdeen, Aberdeen
24 Jul Thu 2.30, 5.30 & 8.30 The Belmont, Aberdeen
Dasavatharam
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Haasan acts in ten roles (which is more even than Eddie Murphy and his fat suits can manage) to examine the role of the hero via ten different Vishnu-like avatars.
22 Jul Tue 7.30 Cineworld Aberdeen, Aberdeen
Deeper than Light: An international exhibition of life on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge
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Take an imaginary trip to the volcanic mountain range miles under the sea with this exhibition of photographs, specimens and audiovisuals. Based on the work of the international research project MAR-ECO and produced by the Bergen Museum.
29 Mar–2 Aug, not Sundays 10.00am–5.00 Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Aberdeen
Donkey Punch
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Tammi (Burley) joins her two girlfriends on a holiday in Mallorca, only to be lured onboard a luxury yacht by some unscrupulous boys. Messy drug taking, DIY porn-making and a series of violent deaths by knife, rope, flare gun and outboard motor follow. A misguided British attempt to muscle in on the already hackneyed torture-porn genre.
18 Jul–24 Jul 9.15; Fri–Sun, Wed & Thu 9.15 & 11.40 Vue Aberdeen, Aberdeen
Elements
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A diverse selection of jewellery, ceramics and glass which have been inspired by air, fire, water and earth.
1 Jun–30 Aug Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
Eurobeat: Almost Eurovision
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Kitschtastic Eurovision spoof that cleverly realises the event is already almost a spoof of itself anyway.
18 Aug–23 Aug 7.30; Fri & Sat 5.00 & 7.30 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
Flashdance
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The West End version of the hit film about Alex - welder by day erotic dancer by night - and her quest to get into the Shipley Dance Academy. With choreography by Arlene Phillips ('Strictly Come Dancing').
25 Aug–30 Aug Mon–Thu 7.30; Fri & Sat 5.00 & 8.30 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
The Forbidden Kingdom
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Chop-socky superstars Jackie Chan and Jet Li share the screen for the first time in this East-meets-West martial arts adventure in which a kung fu obsessed American teen makes a discovery that sends him on a quest to China to free the imprisoned Monkey King. Think 'Karate Kid' crossed with 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon'.
18 Jul–24 Jul 10.00am, 12.20, 2.45 & 5.15; Thu 10.20am Vue Aberdeen, Aberdeen
Four Poofs And A Piano
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Musical comedy from those four campsters who regularly spice up Jonathon Ross' show.
15 Sep 8.00 Music Hall, Aberdeen
Funny Kids
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Unique stand-up performance featuring a selection of the North East's newest and youngest comedy hopefuls.
9 Aug 8.30 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
Geordie
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Based on David Walker's novel, this musical story tells the tale of a boy from the Highlands who overcomes adversity to become a champion athlete. Directed by Artistic Director of and Chief Executive of Scottish Youth Theatre, Mary McCluskey. 'Part of Aberdeen International Youth Festival'.
1 Aug–2 Aug 7.30 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
Gone Baby Gone
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Beautiful young girl Amanda (O'Brien) goes missing in Boston and local private investigator Kenzie (Affleck) and his girlfriend are hired for their knowledge of the rundown area. Another raw tale of abuse, pride, poverty and a very particular form of unhinged Massachusetts nobility.
18 Jul–23 Jul Fri, Sat, Mon & Wed 3.45 & 8.50; Sun 8.50; Tue 3.45 The Belmont, Aberdeen
Le Grande Cirque
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An international cast of 50 world champion acrobats and jugglers, perform feats you never thought possible, in this theatrical circus show.
23 Sep–27 Sep 7.30; Wed 2.00 & 7.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
Guided Walk: Leith Hall
Date Location
Join head gardener Toby Loveday for an evening stroll around the garden and then take tea and scones in Leith Hall's tea room. All proceeds from this event will go to Scotland's Garden Scheme Charities.
30 Jul 7.30–9.00 Leith Hall, Aberdeenshire
Hancock
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Smith plays a nihilistic superhero who has fallen out of favour with the public. Due to this scenario, 'Hancock' dangerously flirts with the status of one-joke film. Amazingly, though, Hancock is then rescued (both as a character and as a film) by PR executive Ray Embrey (Bateman), who believes he can turn Hancock's public image from zero to hero.
18 Jul–24 Jul 10.20am, 12.45, 3.15, 6.00, 8.30, 9.30 & 11.00; Thu 12.45, 3.15, 6.00, 8.30 & 11.00; Mon & Tue 10.20am, 12.45, 3.15, 6.00, 8.30 & 9.30 Vue Aberdeen, Aberdeen
18 Jul–24 Jul 12.15, 2.45, 5.20, 8.00 & 8.50; Wed & Thu 12.15, 2.45, 5.20 & 8.00 Cineworld Aberdeen, Aberdeen
Hand, Heart and Soul
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Major exhibition exploring in arts and crafts movement in Scotland from 1880 to 1939.
14 Jun–23 Aug Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
Hand, Heart and Soul: Curator's Choice
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Elizabeth Cumming, co-curator of the exhibition, provides an insightful overview.
24 Jul 1.30–2.30 Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
Hello, Dolly!
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Anita Dobson and Darren Day lead a new production of the Broadway hit show telling the story of New York matchmaker Dolly Levi.
12 Aug–16 Aug 7.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30; Wed 2.00 & 7.30 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
HMT Tours
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Volunteer ushers lead tours of His Majesty's Theatre's spooky and entertaining past.
2 Aug, 16 Aug, 23 Aug, 30 Aug 10.30am His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
Images of Castlegate
Date Location
Historical impressions, paintings and photographs from the City's collections. Please contact the museum for opening times.
12 Aug–14 Sep The Tolbooth, Aberdeen
Jake and Elwood's Christmas Party
Date Location
A great big soul, blues and rhythm Christmas party with the Blues Brothers tribute act.
20 Dec 6.30 AECC, Aberdeen
James Campbell's Comedy 4 Kids
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More comedy for over 5s as the master of kids' comedy entertains with more fun tales and ridiculous songs, covering everything from parents to Playstations.
9 Aug 7.00 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
Jay-Z and Mark Ronson
Date Location
Rare live show from the legendary hip hop impresario (who, allegedly, retired in 2003).
21 Jul 6.30 AECC, Aberdeen
The Johnny Cash Story with Roger Dean
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This live music show includes the hits 'A Boy Named Sue', 'Ring of Fire', 'Orange Blossom Special', 'I Walk the Line' and many more. Listen to the story and sing along with the songs. Roger, lead singer and guitarist, will be joined by David Ballero on bass and Benjie Howell on keyboards.
6 Sep–7 Sep 7.30 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
Journey To The Center of The Earth
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Enjoyably silly adventure based on the classic Jules Verne novel starring Fraser ('The Mummy') as a science professor whose renegade theories are held in contempt by the academic community. On an expedition in Iceland, he stumbles upon a discovery that is to be the beginning of his journey deep beneath the Earth's surface.
18 Jul–24 Jul 11.00am, 1.20, 3.40, 6.00 & 8.30; Thu 9.00 Cineworld Aberdeen, Aberdeen
18 Jul–24 Jul 11.00am & 1.30; Thu 11.00am Vue Aberdeen, Aberdeen
Kung Fu Panda
Date Location
Overweight panda Po (Black) joins his heroes, the Fierce Five, in a butt-kicking adventure when the valley of peace is threatened with the return of bad kung fu master, Tai Lung (McShane). This is Dreamworks-does-manga animation, overlaid with an Eastern version of the fated place-in-the-universe style philosophy originally trademarked in 'The Lion King'.
18 Jul–24 Jul Fri & Sat 10.30am, 1.00, 3.30 & 5.45; Sun–Wed 10.30am, 1.00, 5.45 & 8.15; Thu 10.00am, 12.15 & 2.20 Vue Aberdeen, Aberdeen
18 Jul–24 Jul 11.00am, 1.15, 2.00, 3.30, 5.50 & 8.20; Thu 11.00am, 1.15, 3.30, 5.10 & 5.50 Cineworld Aberdeen, Aberdeen
18 Jul–24 Jul 12.45, 2.45, 4.45 & 6.45; Sat 2.45, 4.45 & 6.45 The Belmont, Aberdeen
KY8
Date Location
Kinetic Youth Theatre presents a theatrical exploration of thirty years of decay and decline in a once bustling coastal town. 'Part of Aberdeen International Youth Festival'.
3 Aug 5.00 The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
Lee Evans
Date Location
The rubber-faced comedian sets out on a new UK tour.
27 Oct 6.30–11.00 AECC, Aberdeen
The Local Word and Image: 500 Years of Printing in Scotland
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Exhibition tracing the development of printing in the city from 1622, through the publication of the first newspaper in Scotland and into the 19th century when Aberdeen was a major printing centre.
17 Nov 2007–1 Nov Provost Skene's House, Aberdeen
Lonach Highland Gathering and Games
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March of the Lonach Highlanders. A unique event with a full programme of traditional Highland games.
23 Aug 9.30am–5.00 Bellabeg Park, Aberdeenshire
Look! I'm a Ghost, Civilised & Up for the Letdown
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London's Look! I'm a Ghost tour with two alternative Ayrshire acts.
3 Aug 7.00 Cafe Drummonds, Aberdeen
Lord of the Dance
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The Irish dance phenomenon revive their Good vs Evil tale, which premiered in 1996.
24 Apr 2009–26 Apr 2009 AECC, Aberdeen
Lottie
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Garidge Theatre Company and Mitchell School of Drama present a production about Lottie, a child born in a North East poorhouse. 'Part of the Aberdeen International Youth Festival'.
6 Aug–8 Aug 7.00 The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
Mamma Mia!
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How can we resist you? Film version of super successful Broadway and West End ABBA song musical starring Streep, Brosnan and Firth.
18 Jul–24 Jul 10.40am, 1.15, 3.45, 6.15, 8.45 & 11.20; Sun 1.15, 3.45, 6.15, 8.45 & 11.20; Tue 10.40am, 1.15, 3.45 & 8.45; Thu 1.15, 3.45, 6.15, 8.45 & 11.20; Mon 10.40am, 1.15, 3.45, 6.15 & 8.45 Vue Aberdeen, Aberdeen
18 Jul–24 Jul 12.10, 2.10, 2.50, 5.00, 5.30, 7.45 & 8.40; Thu 12.10, 2.50, 5.30, 7.45 & 8.40 Cineworld Aberdeen, Aberdeen
18 Jul–24 Jul 2.15, 4.30, 6.45 & 9.00; Sun 1.15, 4.30, 7.00 & 9.00 The Belmont, Aberdeen
Mamma Mia! (Subtitled)
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How can we resist you? Film version of super successful Broadway and West End ABBA song musical starring Streep, Brosnan and Firth.
20 Jul–22 Jul Sun 10.40am; Tue 6.15 Vue Aberdeen, Aberdeen
Man on Wire
Date Location
The story of one man's illegal high wire walk between the Twin Towers. Philippe Petit was a big story back in 1974 when he performed the feat, and Marsh's celebratory documentary aims to give him attention. No mention of the more recent history of the Towers, though.
20 Jul Sun 11.00am The Belmont, Aberdeen
Mark Hampson
Date Location
Painter, printmaker and fellow of the Royal Academy of Art, Mark Hampson, will exhibit his second Foyer Gallery solo exhibition.
1 Jul–8 Aug Tue–Sat 9.30am–10.00 Foyer Restaurant & Gallery, Aberdeen
Material Matters
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Former Director of the Scottish Gallery, Amanda Game, examines some of the most forward thinking developments in curating contemporary craft.
14 Aug 1.30–2.30 Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
McFly: Live on the Bigscreen
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The mini-Busted boys who are staggeringly popular in the young teen girl demographic get a taste of the silver screen with this hi-def screening of their concert at Koko, London.
24 Jul 6.45 Vue Aberdeen, Aberdeen
Meet Dave
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Eddie Murphy plays Dave Ming Chang, a spaceship made in the image of its miniature-sized captain (also Murphy) who has landed on Earth on a mission to save his planet. Now, one of the least eagerly anticipated reunions in cinema history - between Murphy and director Brian Robbins ('Norbit') - invites us to Meet Dave. You really shouldn't bother.
18 Jul–24 Jul 10.00am, 12.10, 2.20, 4.30 & 6.45; Thu 11.30am, 1.45, 4.10 & 6.30 Vue Aberdeen, Aberdeen
18 Jul–24 Jul Fri–Mon 11.40am, 4.10 & 6.20; Tue 11.40am & 4.10; Wed 11.40am, 4.10 & 6.20; Thu 11.10am, 1.10 & 3.10 Cineworld Aberdeen, Aberdeen
Katie Melua
Date Location
Prissy teen prodigy, with the guiding hand of Mike 'Wombles' Batt on her shoulder. She has been the biggest selling UK female artist for two years running, stats fans.
4 Nov 6.30 Aberdeen Exhibition Centre, Aberdeen
Metropolitan Youth Orchestra of Hong Kong
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Mixed programme of popular classics and famous Chinese melodies including Glinka's 'Ruslan and Ludmilla' and Tchaikovsky's 'Nutcracker Suite'. 'Part of the Aberdeen International Youth Festival'.
8 Aug 7.30 Music Hall, Aberdeen
The Mighty Boosh
Date Location
Join Vince Noir and Howard Moon (that's Noel Fielding and Julian Barratt in disguise), plus a whole host of recongisable charatcers, on their wacky and colourful adventures.
16 Jan–17 Jan 6.30 AECC, Aberdeen
The Mist
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After a thunderstorm artist David (Jane) heads down to the local supermarket, only to join a small cross-section of the town hemmed indoors by a mysterious mist. Strange noises are heard, gigantic fruit flies emerge, and tentacles appear. At its heart this is pure B Movie, but Darabont imbues everything with such genuine gravity that it's difficult not to be swept along.
18 Jul–24 Jul 10.30 Vue Aberdeen, Aberdeen
Mixtape
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Chicago house and early Detroit techno from special guest Jesse Rose.
1 Aug 10.00–3.00am Snafu, Aberdeen
Mrs Gerrard's Accordion Band
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A cracking blend of music, song and humour to get your fingers snapping and toes tapping.
10 Aug–11 Aug 7.00 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
Music & Song From Three Continents
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A range of vocal and instrumental styles including traditional chors, drumming and folk styles from North America, Erope and Africa.'Part of the Aberdeen International Youth Festival'.
2 Aug 7.30 Music Hall, Aberdeen
My Ladye Nevells Booke
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After surviving five centuries in its original ornate binding, the beautiful music manuscript of 'My ladye Nevells Booke' will be on display at the Aberdeen Art Gallery. Containing 42 pieces for keyboard by composer William Byrd, this musical dinosaur commands respect.
10 May–2 Aug 10.00am–5.00; Sun 10.00am–2.00 Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
National Youth Orchestra of Switzerland
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The Swiss Youth Symphony Orchestra, with violinist Esther Hoppe and conductor Kai Bumann, perform Stravinsky's 'Rite of Spring' and a piece by contemporary Swiss composer, Maeder. 'Part of the Aberdeen International Youth Festival'.
1 Aug 7.30 Music Hall, Aberdeen
Nunsense
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An amateur performance of Dan Goggin's tale of the Little Sisters of Hoboken. The nuns desperately need to raise funds for the burial of 52 of their sisters, after they are accidentally poisoned by their cook Sister Julia. In a bid to raise the money they put on a spectacular variety show with singing, dancing and comic intrigue.
31 Jul–2 Aug 7.30 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
Offences and Penalties
Date Location
An insight into policing methods in the 19th and 20th centuries. Please contact the museum for opening times.
8 Jul–10 Aug The Tolbooth, Aberdeen
Paul Weller
Date Location
The Modfather performs material from throughout his 30 year career.
13 Nov 6.30 AECC, Aberdeen
PBFA Aberdeen Book Fair
Date Location
Quality out-of-print, secondhand and antiquarian books on display and for sale. Also maps and prints.
27 Sep–28 Sep 10.00am–5.00 Hilton Treetops Hotel, Aberdeen
Priceless (Hors de prix)
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This frothy comedy set in the mildly tragic world of upmarket Riviera hotels, restaurants and boutiques sees Irène (Tautou) desperately gold digging from an aging sugar daddy. Meanwhile, luckless bar tender Jean (Elmaleh) is developing a bit of a crush on this cynical young lady, but with no cash in his pocket shes just not interested. That is, until, he becomes a toy boy himself.
18 Jul–23 Jul 1.30 & 6.30; Tue 1.30 The Belmont, Aberdeen
Project Y - Y Dance
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Scotland's best young dancers in this brand new programme from Scotland's National Youth Dance Company. 'Part of Aberdeen International Youth Festival'.
2 Aug 7.00 The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
Ralph Steadman
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A series of witty etchings of famous authors created by artist and illustrator Ralph Steadman. This exhibition includes images of Virgina Woolf, Samuel Beckett, Hunter S Thompson amongst others. Designed to co-incide with Aberdeen's Word Festival.
19 Apr–26 Jul 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
Renovation and Self Build Show
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Leading companies from the renovating and building industries will be on hand to offer advice and services for all your project requirements.
13 Sep–14 Sep AECC, Aberdeen
Rockpool Rummage
Date Location
Search for crabs, anemones, sea hares and starfish. Wellies essential. Please book in advance.
24 Jul 10.00am–12.00 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
Saints Dedications in Aberdeen
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Research Assistant Sally Crumplin will deliver this fine lunchtime history lesson.
21 Aug 12.30–1.00 The Tolbooth, Aberdeen
The Scottish Ensemble: Red
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Young trumpeter Alison Balsom, and Perthshire-born pianist, Alasdair Beatson make their debuts with the Ensemble, with a performance of Shostakovich's 'Concerto No 1 in C minor'. The programme will also include works by Albinoni and Corelli.
6 Oct 7.30 Queen's Cross Church, Aberdeen
Seniors in the City 2008
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Aberdeen's older peoples' festival with talks, workshops, shows, tours and community activities for those aged 50 and over. For a programme please contact City Events on 01224 522998.
26 Sep–18 Oct (Times vary) Various venues, Aberdeen
Sex and the City: The Movie
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A few years on from packing away the series, the characters are back and fleshed out, the individual angst of each woman realised enough to engage even the hardened cynics. Like life however, the film isn't perfect, the beginning recap is clumsy, the ending is rushed, and the version of feminist power and female solidarity the film peddles is slightly simplistic.
18 Jul–23 Jul 7.40 Vue Aberdeen, Aberdeen
Ship Models
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An exhibition of perfectly crafted miniature ships.
16 Aug Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 12.00–3.00 Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Aberdeen
The Singing Kettle: Pirate Island
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Ahoy land lubbers! Scotland's favourite children's entertainers have set sail with their brand new 2008 show, Pirate Island.
25 Jul–27 Jul 11.00am & 2.00; Sun 12.00 & 3.00 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
Sound
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The North East of Scotland's contemporary music festival, presenting a broad range of musical events including performances from Alba Quartete, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Edinburgh Quartet and Fidelio Trio, as well as solo performances from Sally Beamish, Rob Buckland and Kim Cascone.
21 Oct–17 Nov (Times vary) Various venues, Aberdeen

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