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September 2018 - March 2019

At a GlanceWed 5 SeptemberTea Dancep4

Fri 7 – Sun 9 SeptemberAberdeen Art Fairp4

Fri 14 SeptemberCeilidh Supper with Iron Broop5

Wed 26th SeptemberBoogie in the Ballroomp6

Fri 28 SeptemberWalking with Heroesp7

Sun 30 SeptemberGranite City Highland Dance Championshipsp8

Wed 3 OctoberTea Dancep8

Sat 6 – Sun 7 OctoberD2 Wedding Exhibitionp10

Wed 10 – Thu 11 OctoberDance Promsp11

Fri 12 OctoberThe Editorsp11

Sat 13 OctoberCountry and Western Night with Darcyp14

Sun 14 OctoberSandy’s Sunday Showcasep15

Mon 22 OctoberJive’ Talkin perform the Bee Geesp16

Sun 28 OctoberDancesport Scotland’s Northern Trophy Dayp17

Sun 4 NovemberSixties Goldp17

Tue 6 NovemberTea Dancep17

Sun 11 NovemberUltra MMAp18

Fri 16 NovemberTouch of Tartan Ballp18

Sat 17 NovemberSi Cranstoun Bandp19

Sat 24 NovemberBoxingp20

Thu 29 NovemberThe Mersey Beatlesp21

Sun 9 DecemberGrampian Hospitals’ Carol Concertp22

Tue 11 – Thu 13 DecemberFestive Lunchesp22

Sat 15 – Sun 16 DecemberAfternoon Teasp23

Fri 14, Sat 21 & Sun 22 DecemberFestive Party Nightspg24

Sat 29 DecemberThe Indiansp26

Mon 31 DecemberHogmanay Ceilidhpg 27

Thu 24 January 2019Enter Shikari – Stop the Clocks Tourp30

Fri 25 – Sat 26 January 2019Burns Ceilidh Suppersp28

Fri 1 February 2019Nae Ordinary Burns Supperp30

Fri 5 April 2019ABBAp30

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For the eighth AAF visitors can expect to see a new and exciting range of original affordable and contemporary art from award winning galleries and artists from across Scotland and the UK. Head-turning work with something for all tastes and budgets.

Friday preview evening 6-9pm £9 includes arrival drink. Contact Aberdeen Box Office.Saturday 10am-5.30pm / Sunday 10am-5pm Adults £4 (Concession £3) / Children free. Tickets on the door

7, 8 & 9 SEPTEMBER

Aberdeen Art Fair

Sing-a-long with Jim and Marisha Addison.

Part of our ‘Young at Heart’ season of events.

Doors 12.30pm£7.50 (+ booking fee) Available from aberdeenperformingarts.com / 01224 641122

WEDNESDAY 5 SEPTEMBER

Tea Dance

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FRIDAY 14 SEPTEMBER

Ceilidh Supper with Iron BrooEnjoy a traditional Scottish ceilidh at the Beach Ballroom. Bring your dancing shoes and be ready to dance to the very popular Iron Broo ceilidh band.

Why not get a group of friends together and take advantage of our 12 for 10 ticket deal?

Doors 7pm£15 (+ booking fee)Ticket price includes stovies Available from aberdeenperformingarts.com / 01224 641122

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Boogie in the bar presents the first

WEDNESDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER 2018 AT THE BEACH BALLROOM, ABERDEEN

12noon–4pm Doors open 11.45am

RESIDENT D.J.

The award winning Boogie in the Bar is a fantastic day-time disco.

Boogies are for everyone who love a good dance, and are dementia and disability friendly.

TICKETS £5 (includes stovies/macaroni cheese)

Available from: anne.duncan2012@gmail.com OR eva.westhill@btinternet.com 07999713905

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FRIDAY 28 SEPTEMBER

Walking with HeroesThis centenary tour is a series of concerts across Scotland by the Band of The Royal Regiment of Scotland, entitled ‘Walking with Heroes’.

The programme of music will include works by such iconic composers as Holst (Mars), Shostakovich (Festive Overture), John Williams (Liberty Fanfare) and Karl Jenkins (Stabat Mater) in commemoration of 100 years since the end of The Great War.

These will sit alongside new compositions and arrangements made especially for the series and the accompanying recording, as well as a host of soloists and features including, of course, traditional Scottish fare and the unmistakable skirl of the pipes!

For ticket information go to:

poppyscotland.org.uk/ScotsBandTour

or visit beachballroom.com

Doors 7pm for 7:30

Tickets £19.18 and Concessions £11.11

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Celebrate Hollywood style in our newly refurbished Soda Bar.

Contact the Beach Ballroom for more information and availability

on 01224 647647

Listen and dance to the music of Garioch Blend.

Part of our ‘Young at Heart’ season of events.

12.30 – 3.30pm £7.50 (+ booking fee)Available from aberdeenperformingarts.com / 01224 641122

WEDNESDAY 3 OCTOBER

Tea Dance

SUNDAY 30 SEPTEMBER

Granite City Highland Dance ChampionshipA one day festival of Scottish Dance incorporating two Championships. The event will attract the cream of Highland Dancing competitors from all parts of Scotland and England and also features the area heats for the Scottish Inter-regional finals to be held in Oban in 2019.

Doors 9.30amTickets £5 payable at the door

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FRIDAY 12 OCTOBER

The EditorsThe Editors return to Aberdeen to promote their latest album, Violence.

Doors 7pm£27.50 (+ booking fee)Available from ticketmaster.co.uk

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ALL-INCLUSIVE FIVE STAR WEDDING PACKAGE 1 Exclusive use of four rooms for ceremony, drinks reception, meal and evening reception 2 Meal and drinks for 60 guests 3 Evening reception for 120 guests 4 Evening buffet 5 Extras included

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A fully inclusive package which includes the following:

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Red Carpet on arrival Room for wedding ceremony

(Promenade room) Room for drinks reception

(Soda Bar) Room for meal

(Northern Lights room) Room for evening reception

(Star Ballroom) Sparkling wine drinks reception Wine with the meal Sparkling wine for the toast Three course meal Tea/coffee/mints Post box wishing well Use of three illuminated ‘LOVE’

signs White table linen and napkins Coloured inner napkin to match

bridal party colours Chair covers with choice of

coloured sash/ribbons Personalised menus for the tables Table plans and place cards Use of cake stand and knife

Fresh flowers for the top table Silk flower arrangements for

guest tables Master of Ceremonies Exclusive use of private lounge for

happy couple DJ & disco for evening party until

midnight Table arrangements for

evening party Evening buffet for guests

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SATURDAY 13 OCTOBER

Country and Western Night with DarcyAn evening of Country and Western music with singer Darcy. His powerful voice and stage presence is second to none. Listen and dance as Darcy performs hits from great Country and Western artists such as Garth Brooks, Mavericks, Toby Keith and Brooks and Dunn.

Nominated for 4 British Country Music Association Awards 2018

The evening will also include support from Rebel Country Disco.

Why not get a group of friends together and take advantage of our 12 for 10 ticket deal?

Doors 7 for 7.30pm / Supper served 7.30 – 8pm£27.50 (+ booking fee)Ticket price includes supper Available from aberdeenperformingarts.com / 01224 641122

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Star Ballroom Party PackageCelebrate your special occasion in style at this amazing venue.

All inclusive package includes: Function room from 7pm – midnight Disco 7.30 – 11.30pm Stovies for 120 guests

That could be less than £4.50 per person!

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*Conditions apply

All for only*

£495

Aberdeen entertainer, Sandy Davidson, will sing his most popular music and showcase up and coming local acts.

Doors 4pm / Finishes 8pm£7.50 including stovies Available from the Beach Ballroom 01224 647647

SUNDAY 14 OCTOBER

Sandy’s Sunday Showcase

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Listen and dance to the music of Garioch Blend.

Part of our ‘Young at Heart’ season of events.

12.30 - 3.30pm £7.50 (+ booking fee)Available from aberdeenperformingarts.com / 01224 641122

TUESDAY 6 NOVEMBER

Tea Dance

If you love dancing then why not join us for a fabulous day of competitive Ballroom and Latin American dancing, plus a small mix of Social Dancing. Open to dancers of all levels.

Doors 10.45amFor more information please visit our website www.dancesportscotland.org Call 0131 564 1707Email dancesportscotland1945@gmail.com

SUNDAY 28 OCTOBER

Dancesport Scotland’s Northern Trophy Day

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SUNDAY 11 NOVEMBER

Ultra MMAMMA is the fastest growing sport in the UK.

Experience it in a safe and enjoyable environment with 8 weeks of FREE training, that will lead up to your big night fighting in a cage in front of a huge crowd at the Beach Ballroom event. Ultra MMA has raised over £500,000 for Cancer Research UK since 2017.

£20 (standard) £35 (VIP)To take part or book tickets visit www.ultra-mma.co.uk

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SATURDAY 17 NOVEMBER

Si Cranstoun Bandwith support from Ten 15 Si Cranstoun started out his career in music as a busker, pounding pavements for close to twenty years.

He now makes music inspired by 1950s and 1960s Rock and Rhythm and Blues. Whilst the sound is retro, the music is most definitely now, driven by the original songcraft and acclaimed vocals of a bandleader who has given the vintage scene fresh impetus.

Why not get a group of friends together and take advantage of our 12 for 10 ticket deal?

Doors 7 for 7.30pm / Supper served 7.30 – 8pm£27.50 (+ booking fee)Ticket price includes supper Available from aberdeenperformingarts.com / 01224 641122

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Whether you are organising a small team meeting or a large conference, the Beach Ballroom is the perfect venue.

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SATURDAY 24 NOVEMBER

BoxingLee McAllister the Aberdeen Assassin is back at the Beach Ballroom

Available from 01224 632218or mobile: 0759 414 4433

Further information fromwww.assassinboxingpromotionsandmanagement.co.uk

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Events at the Beach Ballroom are great for groups.

With table seating and lots of space to dance it’s a great night out for a group of friends or colleagues. Look out for events which offer the 12 for the price of 10 ticket deal and save.

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Welcome Groups!

Christmas Lunch & Dance with Garioch Blend.

Part of our ‘Young at Heart’ season of events.

Doors open 12 for 12.30pm£15 Available from Beach Ballroom on 01224 647647

TUESDAY 11 - THURSDAY 13 DECEMBERFestive Lunches

Charity concert in aid of CLIC Sargent which supports children and young people with cancer. Features Grampian Hospitals’ Choir accompanied by the Concordia String orchestra and the Bon Accord Brass Quintet. Lisa Abraham on violin and the Fernielea Primary School Choir.

2.30pm£14 /£11 concessions Available from aberdeenperformingarts.com / 01224 641122 or Choir members

SUNDAY 9 DECEMBERGrampian Hospitals’ Carol Concert

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Relax and watch the world go by, or enjoy a special catch up with friends and family in an elegant and classic setting. Illuminated by fifteen chandeliers, Wedgwood Décor, opulent finish and stunning beachfront views, complimented with the enchanting sounds of a grand piano, the Northern Lights Room is the ideal setting for high-class Afternoon Tea.

12.30 – 5.30pm

Traditional Afternoon Tea - £25 per person

Champagne Afternoon Tea - £29.50 per person

SATURDAY 15 DECEMBER & SUNDAY 16 DECEMBER

Afternoon Teain the Northern Lights Room

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Friday 14 and 21 December, Saturday 22 December

Christmas Party NightsCome and celebrate the festive season at the Beach Ballroom.

Wonderful food, fantastic music and lots of space to dance!

£45 includes carvery meal and

half a bottle of wine per person

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Christmas Carvery MenuVegetable Scotch Broth

served with Balmoral bread rollOR

Smoked Duck and Spiced Plum Chutneyset on crisp mixed leaves

ORHot Smoked Salmon Timbale topped with Smoked Salmon Rosette

bound with crème fraiche, lemon and dill topped with rocket leaves and smoked salmon

***From the buffet Roast breast of Turkey

with kilted chipolatas, oatmeal stuffing, pan jus & cranberry sauce

Prime Scotch Roast Rib of Beefserved with a pepper cream sauce

Dijon Mustard and Honey Glazed Ham

Goat’s Cheese and Red Onion Tart set on a tomato & pesto coulis

Rosemary Roast PotatoesBaby Brussel Sprouts with Roasted Chestnuts

Honey Roasted Parsnips

***Traditional Christmas Pudding

topped with homemade brandy sauceOR

Lemon Mousse and Salted Caramel Tortewith a dark chocolate sauce

ORDuo of Chocolate and Black Cherry Torte

with a black cherry coulis

Freshly Brewed Coffee & Chocolate Mint

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SATURDAY 29 DECEMBER

The IndiansThe fabulous Indians are one of the most entertaining bands on the scene. Dressed in their colourful Western Indian outfits they have created a show which features each member of the band.

There have been few changes in their line up during their time together they have built up a solid friendship that has resulted in a show which extends that same warmth and comradeship to their audiences.

Doors 7 for 7.30pm / Supper served 7.30 – 8pm£27.50 (+ booking fee)Available from aberdeenperformingarts.com / 01224 641122

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Monday 31 December 2018

Hogmanay CeilidhBring in the New Year at our traditional Hogmanay Ceilidh with

music from the Matthew Maclennan Scottish Dance Band.

£45 includes traditional Scottish stoviesand a glass of bubbly to bring in the New Year

Doors Open 7.30pmNo under 14s

To book call the Beach Ballroom on 01224 647647

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Friday 25th & Saturday 26th January 2019

Join us for a traditional Burns Supper.

£35 Includes Haggis, Neeps & Tatties ∞ Raspberry Cranachan ∞ Coffee

Doors open 7.30pm

Please call the Beach Ballroom on 01224 647647 to book your place.

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90th Birthday Celebrations

Join us to celebrate 90 years of the Beach Ballroom.

Since opening its doors in 1929 the Beach Ballroom has become an Aberdeen icon. From its early years, through the war, the swing era, the sixties, the seventies to the present day this unique venue has played host to an ever-widening range of events and functions and has gained a very special place in the hearts of Aberdonians.

Celebrate this wonderful venue at events between May and December 2019.

There will be events that take you on a nostalgic trip down memory lane and also events to showcase what this amazing venue has to offer the people of Aberdeen today and in the future.

More information will be available soon at beachballroom.com

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Hot off the heels of winning Best Album at the Kerrang! Awards for Top 5 album ‘The Spark’, the soaring career of Enter Shikari continues to rise as they announce their longest UK tour to date.

7pm£27.50 (+ booking fee)Available from ticketmaster.co.uk

THURSDAY 24 JANUARY 2019Enter Shikari - Stop The Clocks Tour

Doors 7 for 7.30pm£35 (+ booking fee) Includes a two course set supper with coffee Available from aberdeenperformingarts.com / 01224 641122

FRIDAY 5 APRIL 2019

Thank you for the MusicThe Ultimate Tribute to ABBA

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InformationThis is just a taste of the events, shows and parties that are held at the Beach Ballroom.

If there is anything we can help you with please do not hesitate to contact us on 01224 647647.

How to bookEvent organisers arrange ticket sales themselves. Details of how to book tickets are listed under each event.

For the Beach Ballroom’s own events tickets are available directly from the Beach Ballroom on 01224 647647 or by visiting in person.

Access informationThe Beach Ballroom has partial wheelchair access. Access to the Main Ballroom is reached through an intercom system in the lower car park.

Access to the balcony of the Ballroom is through the doors on the main promenade.

These doors are open half an hour prior to the event starting. Should you require earlier access, this can be prearranged by contacting the Duty Manager 01224 647647.

Group DiscountsFor certain shows a 12 for 10 ticket deal is offered. Book and pay for 10 tickets and you will receive two extra tickets free of charge. This offer is only available on certain shows. Where the discount is available it will be marked in the show information.

Mailing listIf you would like to be added to our mailing list to be kept updated with our events, please forward your details to the address below or fill in our online form at beachballroom.com.

Alternatively you can email:beachballroom@aberdeencity.gov.uk or call 01224 647647 with your details.

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t: 01224 647647

e: beachballroom@aberdeencity.gov.uk

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We have made every effort to ensure the information in this brochure is correct but is subject to change.

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FRIDAY 29 MARCH 2019

RocketmanDoors 7 for 7.30pm£35 (+ booking fee)Includes a two course set supper with coffee Available from aberdeenperformingarts.com / 01224 641122