Events

Monday 31st August, 6:30pm - 8pm at Aberdeen Central Library 
 

So... you've written a screenplay. Now what? 

We're hosting a 4-week course exploring key film industry topics and how you can take your script from concept to the screen. 

More details to follow on the skilled professionals who will be leading the workshops. Here's what you can expect: 

Week 1: BAFTA award-winning writer and director, Hassan Nazer, on writing and directing a film vs writing a film and working with a director and production team. 

Week 2 (7th September): Getting a film made - how to secure finance and funding

Week 3(14th September): Pitching your script with My Smash Media

Week 4 (21st September): What to do once your film is made and how to get your film into festivals/competitions. 

Access to the 4-week course, experts and resources is £20 per person. 

What are you waiting for? It's time to become the filmmakers of tomorrow! 

Saturday 5 September, 10:00am - 6pm at The Belmont Cinema

We're excited to be opening our doors to the public and providing a series of talks around the project, the history of The Belmont Cinema and community resilience for Aberdeen Doors Open Day.

• Reimagining The Belmont Cinema: Project Update with Matt Buchanan, CEO - 11am-12pm
• Reviving The Belmont Cinema: History, Heritage and Revitalisation with Emma Halford-Forbes, Heritage Project Manager - 1pm-2pm
• Community Resilience at The Belmont with Michelle Soto, Community Development Manager - 4pm-5pm

All events are free of charge but donations are welcomed. All proceeds from Doors Open Day will go directly towards the campaign to reopen the Belmont Cinema. 
 

Thursday 10 September, 7:30pm - 10pm at Common Sense

Join us at Common Sense for our Monthly Film Quiz! Test your Film Knowledge and stir up a bit of friendly competition for a great cause!

We ask any competitor able, to donate £10 per person or £40 per team to compete in the quiz and help us fundraise.

Friday 11 September, 5pm - 7:15pm at Motif, 363 Union Street

Event in collaboration with Aberdeen Music Week. The Belmont Cinema CEO, Matt Buchanan will be in attendance for the premiere of Amplify Aberdeen.

At the heart of a 40-45 minute documentary are four artists, Nicole D, Captain Toms, Chachy, and Bisongrass sharing what it truly means to build a creative life in the North East. Their stories explore the influences that shaped them, the obstacles they’ve overcome, the breakthroughs that defined them, and the sense of belonging that keeps them rooted here in the North-East.

Featuring contributions from the CEOs of Belmont Cinema and Jazz Scotland, the documentary places these personal journeys within a wider conversation about culture, place, and the evolving identity of Aberdeen’s music scene.

Thursday 17 September, 7pm - 9:30pm at Cowdray Hall

Presented by The Belmont Cinema in association with Aberdeen Archives, Gallery & Museums and The House of Automata.

Join us for a rare peek behind the camera of Martin Scorsese's 'Hugo' with a pre-screening introduction by the film’s Automata and Horological consultant, Michael Start (The House of Automata).

Discover some of the extraordinary things to look out for in this epic story of adventure and intrigue as Michael shares his on-set memories, from teaching Jude Law how to use a screwdriver to designing a mechanical leg for Sacha Baron Cohen.

After the film, you'll get a chance to see some of the props up-close or ask Michael any burning questions about the film and its automaton.

Thursday 5th November, 7:30pm - 9pm at Cowdray Hall

To celebrate Halloween we’re screening one of the earliest horror masterpieces, 1925’s 'The Phantom of the Opera’. 

Directed by Rupert Julian and starring Lon Chaney, the first film adaptation of Gaston Leroux’s 1910 novel ranks among the greatest horror films of the silent era. Filled with opulent costumes, extravagant sets and hundreds of extras, the film made dazzling early use of Technicolour.

For this very special screening and performance, Scottish composers Andrew Wasylyk and Tommy Perman have created a new haunting and dramatic score befitting of this silent era classic. Having released their first collaborative album, 'Ash Grey and the Gull Glides On’, in 2024 to critical acclaim and a Scottish Album Of The Year Award nomination, the pair come together once more celebrating an iconic piece of cinema history through their new accompanying soundtrack album, ‘House With A Curse’.

Expect a score with a present-day approach, navigating opera, neo-classical, acoustic and electronic instruments with elements of sound design. Not to be missed!

Andrew Wasylyk & Tommy Perman - ‘House With A Curse’, out 16/10/26 on Clay Pipe Music. Copies of the album will be available on the evening.

This screening is hosted in partnership with Aberdeen Art Gallery and Museums.

Saturday 21st November - 7:30pm at Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa

Roll out the red (orange) carpet and join us for an unforgettable Oscars-themed Ceilidh & Party Night in support of The Belmont.

Dress to impress in your most glamorous outfit and enjoy a packed evening of entertainment, featuring:

· A live ceilidh band to kick off the night

· A DJ-style disco set playing crowd favourites later in the evening

· Best Dressed Awards

· A red-carpet photo corner

· Raffle to win great prizes

· Silent auction (open in advance and closing one week after the event, winners announced on the night)

· Plus some additional exciting surprises on the night!

Individual tickets cost £30 per person, or you can get everyone together and book a table for 10 for £300.

Tickets include:

· Welcome drink

· Live ceilidh band & party band

· Hot supper (stovies or macaroni)

· All entertainment and activities

Corporate Table & Named Cinema Seat Package

Why not make your night even more special and leave a lasting legacy at the Belmont?

Companies booking a table of 10 (£300) can enhance their booking by sponsoring a cinema seat in the refurbished Belmont auditorium for a total of £650 (table + named seat, usually worth £800).

This package includes:

· A table for 10 at the event

· A permanent cinema seat plaque featuring your company name

· Recognition of your support for the Belmont refurbishment project

· Two complimentary bottles of fizz on the table

A unique way to enjoy a fantastic night out while showcasing your company’s support for this much-loved venue.

Email info@belmontcimena.co.uk if you would like to discuss group bookings or corporate packages in greater detail.

All proceeds will support the Belmont Cinema refurbishment, helping to secure the future of this much-loved venue for generations to come.