Enjoy a series of events organised by The Polish Association Aberdeen to commemorate the 100th anniversary since Poland gained its independence. It is also a special occasion for the organisation which is celebrating its 25th year.
PROGRAMME
Polish-Scottish Ceilidh
Friday 2 November, 7pm
Exodus
Belmont St, Aberdeen AB10 1JS
Tickets: £10 standard / £6 concessions, available on the door
Danse McCabre the ceilidh band (and guests) will play Scottish and Polish songs and dances. Traditional Polish and Scottish food tasting included in a ticket price.
A fantastic all-girl ceilidh band with an excellent Dance-Caller.
– Real Weddings Magazine
Their musicianship and professionalism really stands out.
– The Musicians’ Network
Danse McCabre was formed in 2003 and soon established itself as one of the premier ceilidh bands of the North-East, performing throughout Scotland and beyond, appearing in Norway, Poland, Slovenia and Holland. Famous for their pink kilts and lively style, this all-female band plays an eclectic mix of rip-roaring Scottish music with, some Irish and European music thrown into the mix. All the dances are clearly explained, demonstrated and walked through, so that a rollicking and enjoyable ceilidh experience is guaranteed, even for those who have never danced Scottish dances before. Shetland fiddle-player, Claire White, keyboard player Anne Taylor and whistle and bodhran player Helen Lynch will give you an evening to remember.
‘Lilies: a tale between worlds’
Saturday 3 November, 7pm
Aberdeen Arts Centre
33 King St, Aberdeen AB24 5AA
Tickets: £10, book online
Recommended age: 13+
Lilies: a tale between worlds is a multimedia performance by Lustro Sceny/Mirror of the Stage based on the popular Polish ballad by Adam Mickiewicz of the same title, kept in the style of Shakespeare’s bloody tragedy.
A murderess plants lilies on her victim’s grave. The blossoms stand for innocence, so she cannot cover her crime with them, breaking a natural order of things. The world of supernatural powers is mobilised to deal with the crime and punishment. Mysterious creatures populate this play, posing a question if it is possible to trick justice. Get seduced by the magic and horror of the romantic theatre and dive into world of wonders. Unforgettable thrills guaranteed!
Accompanying events:
4pm, the gallery: Reception for the guests in the gallery, accompanied by the opening of the 'Women of Independence' exhibition and a lecture by prof. Zdzislaw Bieganski (University of Kazimierz Wielki in Bydgoszcz).
5pm, Conference Room: Book reading with dr Helen Lynch, author of two books with strong Polish-Scottish links, Elephant and the Polish question and Tea for the rent boy.
6pm: Lecture by Dr Elwira Grossman, Power of invisible: Adam Mickiewicz and his poetic world.
After the play, Caffee Bar: music by Melting Pot Collective.
Tomasz Orlow @ St Andrew's Cathedral, Organ & Piano Recital
Saturday 3 November, 12pm
St Andrew's Cathedral
28 King St, Aberdeen AB24 5AX
FREE
Program:
Part I organ:
Tomasz Orlow - Symphonic Suite on Polish motives (premiere)
Part II piano:
Chopin inspirations Tomasz Orlow - Two ballads (premiere)
Poland's Partition and Road to Independence
Monday 5 November, from 6pm
Belmont Filmhouse
49 Belmont St, Aberdeen AB10 1JS
FREE
Lectures by prof. Karin Friedrich (University of Aberdeen), Partition of Poland, and prof. Zdzislaw Bieganski (University of Kazimierz Wielki in Bydgoszcz), Road of Poland to independence and Greater Poland's Uprising. Fascinating lectures on the history of 18th, 19th and 20th century in the context of Poland's raod to independence
Organised by: Polish Association Aberdeen. Partners: Aberdeen City Council, Polish Consulate in Edinburgh, Polish Cultural Institute in London, University of Aberdeen, University of Kazimierz Wielki in Bydgoszcz.
Media Partners: 'Radio Star', 'Emito', 'Londynek.net', 'Radio SHMU - Sniadanie Po Polsku', 'Tydzien Polski'