Aberdeen Performing Arts

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With venues across the city centre you can find a range of performances including musical theatre, music, dance, comedy, theatre and festivals with popular bars open for pre-show and interval refreshments.

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Check out upcoming events and shows, news and travel information here!  

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I Should be so lucky | The Wedding's Off, but the Honeymoon is On!

All the hit factory songs you know and love – finally on stage in an all-new, feel-good musical!

Head from the aisle to the isles in the official Stock Aitken Waterman musical featuring the soundtrack of a generation with music from pop royalty including Kylie Minogue (I Should Be So Lucky), Rick Astley (Never Gonna Give You Up), Jason Donovan (Especially for You), Bananarama (Love In The First Degree) and more, all intertwined in an original story of love, laughter and last-minute getaways!

📍 His Majesty's Theatre, 30th April - 4th May

His Majesty's Theatre 

This majestic theatre is located next to Aberdeen Central Library on Rosemount Viaduct. HMT is known for opening their curtains for grand performances from international touring companies, nationally renowned artists and Scottish homegrown talent.

Visit the brand new cafe and bar with views across Union Terrace Gardens.  

📍 Our City Centre services will get you within walking distance!

The Lemon Tree 

Situated right behind Marischal College on West North Street. The Lemon Tree brings unforgettable experiences to visitors with small-scale performing arts. Grab a drink from the venues bars - The Lounge and Kate's Bar to enjoy your show with.

📍 Get service 11,19, 20, 23, 172 right to the door! OR, this venue is a short walk from Union Street.

Music Hall 

Sitting right on Union Street, the Music Hall is one of the oldest and most historic concert halls in Scotland!

You can also grab a bite to eat for lunch at the Music Hall's Coda Cafe Bar during the day and enjoy a pre-show meal at the Rondo. 

📍 Our City Centre services will get you here!

We've got just the ticket!

We have a number of recommended tickets to suit your travel plans. 

Two-Trip 24hr Ticket

The ideal ticket for getting there and back! 

  Price
 Two-Trip Ticket
Offers a value-for-money solution for those only planning to travel twice in one day. This ticket available on the First Bus App will issue two single tickets into your ticket wallet and is also available to purchase on board by cash or contactless. This ticket must be used within 24hours.                                                                                                     		 £4.70

Travel with First Bus

We've introduced a number of tools to make your journey with First Bus even simpler - spend less time at the bus stop and more time doing the things you love.

First Bus App

  • Plan your journey
  • Buy your tickets on the app
  • Track the bus to your stop
  • See live seat availability on your bus before it arrives at your stop!
  • Get in touch with us via Live Chat on the First Bus App. From journey planning to payments and other general enquiries, our customer service team are on hand to help!

Get around Aberdeen with our Flexible Ticket Bundles!

 We have a number of flexible ticket options to suit you and your routine - including ticket bundle options on our app.

In ranges of 3-in-7, 5-in-7 or 15-in-28 days they can be activated when you need them! The remaining tickets will be stored on your phone until next time. Click here to find out more.

Are you aged under 22? 

Don't miss out on free bus travel! 5–21-year-olds living in Scotland are entitled to free bus travel, as part of a scheme led by the Scottish Government. It’s important that you apply for your new NEC Card in order to access the travel scheme, as older Young Scot Cards will not be accepted, and you will be required to pay your fare as normal.

You can apply online for your NEC card to travel free of charge ➡➡ getyournec.scot