Big Bangs and Rock Jams This July at The Tivoli
A mix of musicals, science shows, magic and family favourites across the month.
The Tivoli has long made room for both local theatre groups and touring productions. That mix gives it a relevance rooted in place. It’s not chasing big-city prestige but offering something that fits Aberdeen audiences who like their culture close to home.
Our House (2–5 July) builds a story of choices and consequences around the songs of Madness. It moves quickly and leans into the chaos, but the emotional core is what holds it together. If you grew up with these tunes, it’s a chance to hear them from a different angle.
School of Rock (9–12 July) brings big noise and heart. Based on the film, it follows Dewey Finn as he turns a classroom into a band. The show runs on energy more than polish, which works in its favour. There’s joy in watching young performers grow louder and more confident as the night goes on.
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For families, with a bit of patience built in
Milkshake! Live on Holiday (14 July) brings familiar faces from the Channel 5 lineup into a holiday-themed story. It’s designed for very young children but cheerful enough to keep grown-ups from clock-watching.
There’s also A Family Magic Show with Garry Seagraves (16 July), a returning favourite during school holidays. It leans more on quick hands and charm than flashy set-pieces. The kind of show where adults end up laughing too, often at themselves.
Science and celebration to close the month
Ministry of Science Live (24 July) doesn’t pretend to be quiet. It’s loud, fast, and full of bangs, mixing live experiments with curiosity and spectacle. A good option for kids who like their learning noisy.
Finally, The Ultimate Irish Hooley (25 July) rounds off the month with fiddles, jigs and big singalongs. It’s traditional but delivered with enough energy to feel more like a party than a lesson in folk history.
Whether you’re after a day out with the kids or just want to hear ‘Baggy Trousers’ live on stage, there’s plenty happening. Most of it finishes early enough to leave room for a chipper on the way home.
