Luminate
Meet the newest generation of creative stars at Luminate, North East Scotland College’s very own festival. Luminate has been introduced to bring NESCol‘s end of year events together as part of one exciting programme.
Luminate 2025 Event Guide
April & May
30 April & 1 May
Mary Queen of Scots Got Her Head Chopped Off
A fast-moving, fiery play with a unique mix of poetry, sharp wit and powerful drama performed by final year HND Acting and Performance students.
Location: City Campus Basement Theatre
1-31 May
Photography exhibition
View work from Level 6 and HN students as part of a partnership with the host venue.
Location: Aberdeen Arts Centre
12 May
Chaos
NESCol Level 6 drama students present Chaos, by Laura Lomas. A poignant and thought-provoking production with sharp dialogue and vivid characters.
Location: City Campus Basement Theatre
Invitation only.
26 May
Music & Sound Showcase
Level 5 students showcase their work as performers and producers from the past year.
Location: City Campus
Invitation only.
28 & 29 May
The Sweet Science of Bruising
An empowering play combining rich historical storytelling with dynamic drama, presented by HND Acting and Performance students.
Location: City Campus Basement Theatre
June
8-13 June
Fraserburgh Campus End of Year Exhibition
A selection of work from foundation level to HNC from creative industries students.
Location: Fraserburgh Campus
Open to the public – no tickets needed.
9 June
Media & Communications Production Showcase
Highlighting a pilot collaboration between the BBC and video production students. Visitors can also sample first year student podcasts.
Location: City Campus
Open to the public.
10-13 June
Creative Industries End of Year Show
Opening evening (by invitation only) on 10 June. Open to the public on 11-12 June from 10am to 8pm and on 13 June from 10am to 2pm.
Location: City Campus
13 June
Fashion Show
HND and Level 6 textiles students present and show their garments, construction skills and a collaborative project with The Seven Incorporated Trades of Aberdeen.
Location: Trinity Hall Aberdeen
Invitation only.
24 June
Photography Exhibition
View the work of students and sample the skills and creativity of the next wave of North East photographers.
Location: City Campus
Open to the public.
Past events
March
28 March
HND Year 2 Music Showcase
An evening of music performed by students – featuring influences from Black Sabbath to Johnny Cash!
Location: Drummonds
Time: 7:00pm