Fun and Engaging
Drama Sessions

Our Saturday workshops are the perfect introduction for ages 3-17 to engage with drama and performing in a relaxed and informal environment.

Blending together diverse approaches like music, puppetry, movement/dance, rhyme, craft and, for older classes, improvisation and scripting skills. Our tutors and assistants are all experienced practitioners and hold PVG certificates.

Classes run during school term-time but we do offer seasonal workshops during the holidays — see below for details on the latest term dates and classes.

Creative Learning at AAC

Drama & Creative Play - Ages 3-4

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Join us for a relaxed hour of drama and creative play and go on a new adventure every week. These sessions are packed full of fun, silly songs, puppets and exploring lots of stories. Just bring your imagination!

Note: Although these sessions are drop-in and anyone is welcome to join anytime, you must book a ticket for the session no later than 10 minutes before its starting time. Please show your QR code upon arrival.

Times & Pricing


Saturdays, 10am - 11am

Term 1 - Aug/Oct — £40
Term 2 - Nov/Dec — £35
Individual Sessions — £5 each

Term Dates 


TERM 1 — Aug/Oct

- 26th August 2023
- 2nd September 2023
- 9th September 2023
- 16th September 2023
- 23rd September 2023
- 30th September 2023
- 7th October 2023
- 14th October 2023

TERM 2 — Nov/Dec
- 4th November 2023
- 11th November 2023
- 18th November 2023
- 25th November 2023
- 2nd December 2023
- 9th December 2023
- 16th December 2023

If you have any questions about our workshops,
please email us on creativelearning@aberdeenartscentre.com

Drama & Storytelling - Ages 5-7

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These workshops are filled with magical songs accompanied by piano and guitar, far off places, story-telling and movement. The sessions are the perfect introduction for your young one to develop motor skills and teamwork through drama and creative play.

They also include craft and colouring activities to cool down at the end of a very energetic session. Let your imagination run wild!

Note: Although these sessions are drop-in and anyone is welcome to join anytime, you must book a ticket for the session no later than 10 minutes before its starting time. Please show your QR code upon arrival.

Times & Pricing


Saturdays, 10am - 11am

Term 1 - Aug/Oct — £56
Term 2 - Nov/Dec — £49
Individual Sessions — £7 each

Term Dates 


TERM 1 — Aug/Oct

- 26th August 2023
- 2nd September 2023
- 9th September 2023
- 16th September 2023
- 23rd September 2023
- 30th September 2023
- 7th October 2023
- 14th October 2023

TERM 2 — Nov/Dec
- 4th November 2023
- 11th November 2023
- 18th November 2023
- 25th November 2023
- 2nd December 2023
- 9th December 2023
- 16th December 2023

If you have any questions about our workshops, please email us on creativelearning@aberdeenartscentre.com

Drama Workshops - Ages 8-11

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These sessions will focus on drama, creativity and developing skills such as team work, improvisation and ultimately finding your space and voice. 

These workshops are participant-led and there will be performance opportunities should you want to take part.

Note: Although these sessions are drop-in and anyone is welcome to join anytime, you must book a ticket for the session no later than 10 minutes before its starting time. Please show your QR code upon arrival.

Times & Pricing


Saturdays, 10am - 11am

Term 1 - Aug/Oct — £64
Term 2 - Nov/Dec — £56
Individual Sessions — £8 each

Term Dates 


TERM 1 — Aug/Oct
- 26th August 2023
- 2nd September 2023
- 9th September 2023
- 16th September 2023
- 23rd September 2023
- 30th September 2023
- 7th October 2023
- 14th October 2023

TERM 2 — Nov/Dec
- 4th November 2023
- 11th November 2023
- 18th November 2023
- 25th November 2023
- 2nd December 2023
- 9th December 2023
- 16th December 2023

If you have any questions about our workshops, please email us on creativelearning@aberdeenartscentre.com

Drama Workshops - Ages 12-17

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This fun and supportive group aims to nourish and challenge a young actor's skill set. The workshops focus on developing essential performance skills in a safe and open space. 

Sessions are participant led and they will work closely with the facilitator to mold and shape the aims and plans for each term. Performance opportunities are available should the group like to participate.

Note: Although these sessions are drop-in and anyone is welcome to join anytime, you must book a ticket for the session no later than 10 minutes before its starting time. Please show your QR code upon arrival.

Times & Pricing


Saturdays, 11.30am - 12.30pm

Term 1 - Aug/Oct — £64
Term 2 - Nov/Dec — £56
Individual Sessions — £8 each

Term Dates 


TERM 1 — Aug/Oct
- 26th August 2023
- 2nd September 2023
- 9th September 2023
- 16th September 2023
- 23rd September 2023
- 30th September 2023
- 7th October 2023
- 14th October 2023

TERM 2 — Nov/Dec

- 4th November 2023
- 11th November 2023
- 18th November 2023
- 25th November 2023
- 2nd December 2023
- 9th December 2023
- 16th December 2023

If you have any questions about our workshops, please email us on creativelearning@aberdeenartscentre.com

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