act aberdeen - what's on - jan-apr 2016

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Castlegate Arts Limited is a registered charity in Scotland, No. SC028552

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Aspiring to be Scotland’s leading community arts venue and with our ethos of “everyone is entitled to an enriching cultural life, regardless of age or social circumstance,” we are a truly intergenerational organisation, with performing arts tuition at the heart of what we do. More than 25,000 individuals pass through the ACT doors each year, with over 40 professional, amateur and youth companies who rely on us as the premier mid-scale theatre venue in the North East of Scotland.

Our backbone is our 80 strong volunteer base, supporting our dedicated core staff, who continue to provide excellent service coupled with affordable performance, conference and rehearsal space for City and Shire organisations.

Disabled AccessWe offer ramp access via our Stage Door entrance, lift, and disabled toilet. We also provide induction loop and infrared systems. Please advise staff in advance for any assistance required.

ParkingCar parking is available at Loch Street and Frederick Street car parks.

Opening Hours:Monday closedTuesday 10.00 - 16.00Wednesday 10.00 - 16.00Thursday 10.00 - 16.00Friday 10.00 - 16.00Saturday 10.00 - 16.00Sunday closed

ACT Aberdeen33 King StreetAberdeenAB24 5AATel: (01224) 635 [email protected]

Café BarOur Café Bar is open on Saturday afternoons as a Café and as a Café Bar 45 minutes before each show and at intervals for tea, coffee, beverages, confectionery and ice cream.

FRIENDS OF ACT - COMING SOON ADVERT

...with a little help from our friends...

As a friendly organisation and venue, we are transforming

our Friends scheme and re-launching it in 2016;

aiming to give members true value, a wider range of benefits and much, much

more!

to register your interest, email [email protected]

Scene StealersAge 8+ | 12.30pm-2pm Saturdays | £80 per term

Scene Stealers focus on a different topic each term using improvisation, script work, games and characterisation to develop drama skills. Equally importantly we have fun, forge friendships and build self-esteem in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. This group provides a springboard to our devised theatre company - Spotlighters.

These classes/groups offer a professional introduction to drama and theatre, with a focus on the development of theatre skills. Our highly motivated and inspiring sessional tutors

deliver focussed and expert tuition individually tailored to the needs of young people. We also programme a series of special masterclasses annually. Rather than being on a pay-per-class

basis, these groups are charged per term and meet weekly on Saturdays or Wednesdays. To enquire or book, contact Paula Gibson, Artistic Director on 01224 635208

SpotlightersAge 12-18 | 3.30pm-5.30pm Saturdays | £80 per term

Spotlighters work with scripts and create their own theatre pieces. Members devise theatre in a fun and relaxed environment, with an emphasis on learning and creative ideas. New members welcome. Some funded places are available.

Castlegate Theatre Company - JuniorsAge 8-16 | 5pm-7pm Wednesdays | £80 per term

Our junior youth theatre company spends the year getting inspired and developing performance skills, including voice and movement. The group rehearse and perform annually a different piece of musical theatre showcasing what they have learned throughout the year. Previous productions include ‘The Demon Headmaster,’ ‘Honk!’ and this year’s choice is the ever popular ‘Oliver’. They also take part in a festive family event with their senior counterparts in a Christmas Cabaret.

Castlegate Theatre Company Age 16+ | 7.15pm-9.15pm Wednesdays | £80 per term

Once graduated from CTC Juniors (above) our senior students join this group and perform a wider variety of theatre gaining an in depth knowledge of theatrical skills as well as working towards a piece of musical theatre. Previous membership of the CTC Juniors isn’t required as anyone in this age group is welcome. Performances also include galas and Aberdeen International Youth Festival (AIYF).

Drama Classes

Jumpin’ Jacks ‘n’ JillsAge 3-5 | 10.30am-11.30am | £5 per sessionFly on a magic carpet to a different land of fun and adventure every Saturday morning! Your wee ones can sing, act, play, listen to stories and become super heroes and heroines in this introduction to drama.

Bouncing BeansAge 6-8 | 10.30am-11.30am | £5 per sessionA fun and engaging class featuring drama, movement and music, developing a range of skills and providing the tools to inspire your young ones to stretch their imaginations and give them confidence to perform.

Stage FrightAge 18+ | 11.45am-1.30pm | £7.50 per sessionActors wanted! No experience required - training will be given! Sense of humour essential. Bring curiosity, courage and commitment. No Divas need apply! Everyone is welcome!

Our Saturday Workshops provide a relaxed and informal way for people of all ages to get involved with drama and performing in a fun,

enjoyable and safe environment. Run by experienced tutors, each class runs as a drop-in session so you can commit to a week at a time - or

make it a regular thing - it’s completely up to you!

SATURDAY WORKSHOPS

CLASS * ACT DRAMA presents

REACH FOR THE STARS!

15 - 16 JANUARY

Join the pupils from Aberdeen’s ‘Class * Act Drama’ as they sing, dance and act their way through their favourite show-stopping musical numbers from stage to screen! You are sure to be toe-tapping and singing along with this feel good factor, not to be missed show!

MUSICAL £13/£11 THEATRE

ACT Aberdeen presents

BURNS SUPPER23 JANUARY

The celebration o’ a’thing Burns makes a welcome return to ACT Aberdeen. Dinna be a timorous coorin’ beastie, as this event always sells out fast. Tickets are only available in person from ACT Aberdeen (or by phone to reserve a place) and include a Haggis Supper and entertainment.

VARIETY ¬£20.00 DOWNSTAIRS

NIGHTLY @ 7.30PM SAT MATINEE @ 2.30PM

FROM 7.30pm

Castlegate Arts Ltd / David Adkin Ltd presents

CABARET

An amateur production by arrangement with MusicScope Limited & Stage Musicals Limited New York

Box Office: 01224 641122aberdeenperformingarts.com

27 JAN - 6 FEB 201633 King St, Aberdeen AB24 5AA

LYRICS BY

FRED EBBDIRECTED BY

DEREK ANDERSON

BOOK BY

JOE MASTEROFFMUSIC BY

JOHN KANDER

CASTLEGATE ARTS LTD IN ASSOCIATION WITH DAVID ADKINPRESENTS

27 JANUARY - 6 FEBRUARY

Welcome to the infamous Kit Kat Klub - where in the height of the dark, sexually charged decadence of Weimar Berlin, star performer Sally Bowles falls in love with young American author Cliff Bradshaw. However, as life in pre-war Germany grows increasingly uncertain, will the anarchic, defiant Berlin nightlife be enough to get them through such treacherous times?Marrying local talent and experienced performers in this amateur production of Kander & Ebb’s dark and seedy muscial, featuring ‘Cabaret’, ‘Willkommen’ and a redesigned auditorium for a unique theatrical experience, not to be missed!

MUSICAL £25/£22.50/£15VIP TABLES OF 4 @ £150 THEATRE

Treading the Boards presents

OUR HOUSE10 - 13 FEBRUARY

‘Our House’ tells the story of Joe Casey who, on the night of his 16th birthday, takes the girl of his dreams out on their first date. Trying to impress her he breaks into a building site, but when the police arrive he has a choice to make. Using Madness’ hit songs, including My Girl, Baggy Trousers and It Must Be Love, the show follows the two paths that Joe’s life could take.

MUSICAL £14/£12 £2 OFF OPENING NIGHT THEATRE


NIGHTLY @ 7.30PM

Aberdeen Gilbert and Sullivan Society presents

THE YEOMEN OF THE GUARD

17 - 20 FEBRUARY

Allow our band of strolling players to transport you to the Tower of London as they present the classic tale of The Merryman and his Maid. Directed by Wilma Gillanders MBE, this 40th Anniversary Production puts a fresh spin on the grandest of all the Gilbert and Sullivan collaborations.

OPERA £15/£12 THEATRE

Scottish Community Drama Association presents

ABERDEEN DISTRICT FESTIVAL OF ONE ACT PLAYS

25 - 27 FEBRUARY

Over three nights teams from Aberdeen City and Shire’s amateur drama groups come together to present a varied programme of One Act Plays in the first round of SCDA’s Festival of One Act Plays.The Adjudicator is Hamilton based Dr Paul Dougall. Clubs expected to take part include the Ury Players, STG, Castlegate Theatre Comapny, Amici and newcomers The Blue Toon All Stars from Peterhead.

DRAMA £13/£10/£8 THEATRE


NIGHTLY @ 7.30PM

Harlequin Productions presents

AMERICAN IDIOT

2 - 5 MARCH

Harlequin Productions are proud to present two-time TONY Award-winning hit musical American Idiot, based on Green Day’s album, boldly takes the American musical where it’s never gone before. This high-octane show includes every song from the album. An energy-fuelled rock opera tells the story of Johnny, Tunny and Will and their struggle to find meaning in a post-9/11 world. When the three disgruntled men flee the constraints of their hometown for the thrills of city life, their paths are quickly estranged.

MUSICAL £16/£14 THEATRE

Spotlight Theatre presents

BAD GIRLS THE MUSICAL

8 - 12 MARCH

Bad Girls is a fresh, funny and original British musical, based on all your favourite characters from the award winning television drama. A tragic death on the wing - in which Jim Fenner is implicated - leads to an angry protest from the inmates. Can the women work together to nail Jim once and for all? Featuring talent from throughout the City and Shire, Spotlight aim to bring you the highest standard of production possible!

MUSICAL ¬£14/¬£12 THEATRE


NIGHTLY @ 7.30PM

Aberdeen University Dance Society presents

AUDS ANNUAL SHOWCASE

20 MARCH

Join us for an evening of dazzling dances performed by the Aberdeen University Dance Society. The dance society is one of the biggest and most successful on campus and the showcase is the biggest event of the year! With 30 different classes and variety of styles there is something for everyone from belly dance to jazz, hip-hop to contemporary, Irish to Bollywood, Highland to tango, salsa and much more!

DANCE ¬£10.00 THEATRE

Aberdeen Scout Gang Show presents

ON PARADE15 - 19 MARCH

Since 1960, the Aberdeen Gang has staged some of the very best variety theatre fast-moving dance numbers, toe-tapping music, fun-packed sketches all rolled into one spectacular evening of entertainment. With a colourful array of costumes and characters aplenty, the show is performed entirely by members of the Scout movement, some of whom are as young as nine years old. So get your ticket and let’s Strike Up the Band... it’s time for Gang Show 2016!

VARIETY £12.50/£9.50 THEATRE


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Scottish Community Drama Association presents

FESTIVAL OF ONE ACT PLAYS NORTHERN DIVISIONAL FINALS

24 - 26 MARCH

Aberdeen audiences have the opportunity to support their home teams and also to enjoy excellent drama from Angus, Perthshire and Orkney Districts. Adjudicator Russell Boyce will chose two plays to represent Northern Division at the Scottish Finals at the Churchill Theatre in Edinburgh from 21 - 23 April.

DRAMA £13/£10/£8 THEATRE

NIGHTLY @ 7PM

Timeless Theatre Productions presents

ALL OUR YESTERDAYS

9 APRIL

The ultimate feel good show! Another sensational show from the producers of ‘Memory Lane’, ‘Rolling back the Years’, and ‘Memories are made of This.’ One of the biggest shows of its kind in the UK, taking the audience on a breathtaking musical journey through the 50’s, 60’s, and some of the brilliant sounds of the 1970’s.

MUSIC £15/£13 THEATRE

Quids In Theatre Company as part of the Festival of Politics presents

WHITE FEATHERS IN THE BREEZE

27 MARCH

To commemorate 100 years since the imprisonment of conscientious objectors in Dyce, Quids In Theatre Company as part of the Festival of Politics present a new work by Annie James. Imprisoned for his beliefs in 1916, Archie Johnstone finds himself questioning everything he holds dear but a chance meeting with local widow, Jean Burnett might just change everything he has ever known.

DRAMA £12/£8 THEATRE

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SAT EVE @ 7.30PM SAT MATINEE @ 2.30PM

Great Child Productions presents

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

13 - 16 APRIL

Great Child Productions are proud to present their 10th Anniversary show, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic Musical - The Phantom of the Opera. Under new ownership an 1800’s french theatre is terror-ised by the Phantom, but everything changes when he falls in love with the new Soprano, Christine Daae. Including hits such as ‘Think of Me’, ‘Music of the night’ and of course ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ this production is not to be missed!

MUSICAL £14.50/£12.50 THEATRE

Derek Anderson Productions presents

THE PILLOWMAN

DEREK ANDERSON in association with CASTLEGATE ARTSpresents

This amauer performance is presented by Samuel French, Ltd.

by Martin McDonagh

01224 641122aberdeenperformingarts.com

20 - 23 April 201633 King St, Aberdeen AB24 5AA

20 - 23 APRIL

THE PILLOWMAN is a stomach churning and wildly comic, intense thriller and possibly McDonagh’s most disturbing work to date. There is no conclusion; there are lots of questions. His storytelling skill keeps the audience on the edge of their seats, right to the very last line.

DRAMA £17/£15 THEATRE

NIGHTLY @ 7.30PM

NIGHTLY @ 7.30PM THURS MATINEE @ 2.30PM

Four fun-filled workshops for young people designed to offer something a little different and creative for a week during the

Spring Holidays. If you are interested in booking your child into one of these workshops, registration forms can be obtained from our website:

www.act-aberdeen.org.uk, by emailing [email protected] or by calling 01224 635208

Crazy Scientist!10am-12pm | Age 3-6 | £40/week Messy, fun, interactive week of crazy science. Come along and be amazed as you create a volcanic eruption, have fun with your senses as you discover new things about colour, sound and smells. Even make a flower change colour! White coats optional!

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The Jungle Book Story Party with Barry Donaldson 1pm-3pm | Age 4-6 | £40/weekDelve into the magical story of The Jungle Book and travel to an exotic rainforest, full of magic, mystery - and a dash of mayhem! These sessions will explore the theme of the rainforest through creative play, music, drama and art. We’ll dance with Baloo and help be a hero with Bagheera the leopard. However, beware of Shere Khan, the troublesome tiger!

Funky Dance! with Niki Mair 10am-12pm | Age 6-10 | £40/weekCome and strut your stuff in this fun and energetic dance class with Niki Mair from Danzcreations. Bring your dancing shoes, your imagination and you’re ready to rock!

A Show in a Week with Quids In Theatre Company10am-3pm | Age 10+ | £100/weekLearn with the professionals! Using the Magic of the Movies as an inspiration, you will learn devising skills, acting, singing, performance magic, costume and make up skills as well as teamwork working towards a full production at the end of the week, bringing together your experiences into a performance for an invited audience.

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by Stephen GreenhornCreated and produced by Dundee Rep Theatre,Scotland’s leading production theatre.This amateur production is presented by arrangementwith Josef Weinberger Ltd.

ABERDEEN ARTSCENTRE THEATREWednesday 25 Mayto Saturday 28 May, 2016Evenings at 7.30pm and Saturday at 2.30pm

Tickets available fromAberdeen Box Offi ce 01224 641122aberdeenperformingarts.com

AOC Productionsformerly known as Aberdeen Opera Companypresents

AOC Productions is an amateur companyaffi liated to the National Operaticand Dramatic Association

The Proclaimers’ musical featuring Letter From AmericaLet’s Get Married and I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)

WAlK 500 mI� s!Love the Arts?Want to support a respected local Charity?Why not Volunteer at

We believe in building people, and our volunteers are the solid foundation of ACT Aberdeen. With over 80 volunteers, this priceless resource demonstrates that our community cares about us and without them we would be unable to function as a working theatre. Our volunteers come from all walks of life, from all ages and backgrounds.

Each individual possesses a unique skill set. We love to help people realise their talents, build confidence and skills and give people an opportunity to show what they can do.

We have lots of opportunities to suit all levels and provide training for roles in our café bar or front of house.

Our Volunteer Co-ordinator - Katie Ward - can help you find the role best for you, so whether you have skills you would

like to share or are looking to build yours, ACT Aberdeen is a worthwhile place where you can really see how much your contribution means!We provide mentoring and support alongside structured and relevant training from our fully qualified and experienced staff members....For more information on how to become a Volunteer here at ACT Aberdeen, please email [email protected]

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by Stephen GreenhornCreated and produced by Dundee Rep Theatre,Scotland’s leading production theatre.This amateur production is presented by arrangementwith Josef Weinberger Ltd.

ABERDEEN ARTSCENTRE THEATREWednesday 25 Mayto Saturday 28 May, 2016Evenings at 7.30pm and Saturday at 2.30pm

Tickets available fromAberdeen Box Offi ce 01224 641122aberdeenperformingarts.com

AOC Productionsformerly known as Aberdeen Opera Companypresents

AOC Productions is an amateur companyaffi liated to the National Operaticand Dramatic Association

The Proclaimers’ musical featuring Letter From AmericaLet’s Get Married and I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)

WAlK 500 mI� s!

ROOM HIRE & CONFERENCING

MEETING ROOM(23.4ft x 13.8ft approx)This space can accommodate between 20-30 delegates cinema style and is ideal for small presentations or breakout room for larger conferences

GALLERY(19ft x 26.5ft approx)Home to several exhibitions, this space is ideal for displaying photography, paintings and other art-forms as well as conference/meeting space

THEATREOur 350-seater auditorium is home to a wide range of professional and amateur companies each year and is fully equipped with sound, lighting and stage equipment

CONFERENCE ROOM(23.4ft x 32.2ft approx)Multi-purpose room used by theatre schools, workshops, presentations, board meetings and can seat 60-70 delegates cinema style

To discuss your conferencing requirements, including catering and AV equipment or for more information on booking any of our spaces,

please email: [email protected] or call 01224 635208 Further information can also be found by visiting

www.act-aberdeen.org.uk/conferencing

Using our superb centrally located facilities will add value to your event. We specialise in setting up for conferences, training sessions, and other corporate

events. We can also accommodate workshops, rehearsals, cabarets, and performances.

Our rooms are spacious and airy and can be set up to your specific

requirements. Our team have a “can do” attitude and will be delighted to help in any way they can. We can also supply refreshments from coffees to buffet

lunches and suppers.

EXHIBITIONSOur Exhibitions are free and open to all.

The Gallery space is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10am - 4pm.

Jean Paul Baptiste presents

ART SAVED MY LIFE

4 MARCH - 31 MARCH

The exhibition will include an assimilation of works that are not connected though a common vein and bare little or no resemblance to one another, rather, they portray a schizophrenic representation of the current times of purely superficial and aesthetic fleeting attention spans, reflecting the multiplicity of personality and the ongoing search for a non-existent singular meaning.

Stéphanie Vandem presents

ACKNOWLEDGE ME! PART 1

7 APRIL - 30 APRIL

Stéphanie Vandem’s second solo show in Aberdeen investigates issues of privacy and personal space. It particularly focuses on the tensions between ‘public and private’ and on aspects of an individual’s negotiation of his/her basic humanity within highly visible environments. Inspired by the large compositions of the Renaissance period, Stéphanie continues on her artistic path of semi-abstraction in search of her own striking, large and powerful compositions.

RPS MEMBERS’ PRINT EXHIBITION 2016 TUES 2nd FEB - FRI 26th FEB

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An amateur production by arrangement with MusicScope Limited & Stage Musicals Limited New York

Box Office: 01224 641122aberdeenperformingarts.com

27 JAN - 6 FEB 201633 King St, Aberdeen AB24 5AA

LYRICS BY

FRED EBBDIRECTED BY

DEREK ANDERSON

BOOK BY

JOE MASTEROFFMUSIC BY

JOHN KANDER

CASTLEGATE ARTS LTD IN ASSOCIATION WITH DAVID ADKINPRESENTS

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