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Better playlist than the law students, whodathought
The first ever Arts Ball at Otago took place in the Otago Museum on May 8 hosted by the School of Arts Students Society (SASS). Students who attended reckoned it was good, even though there was an inordinately high ratio of Doc Martens.
Allie Hawksworth, President of SASS, was involved in organising the ball. “Since it’s the first ever ball for arts it’s been a new experience. We’re hoping to get it going for the future,” she told Radio One before the Ball. “Even if it starts really small, we want to keep it going.”
Step back in time: Beach Ballroom
Updated: 17/01/2021, 1:07 pm
The Beach Ballroom is woven into the fabric of the Granite City’s cultural life and history, with a special place in the hearts of generations of Aberdonians.
Since it opened its doors in 1929 it has been a place to enjoy, relax and have fun, from the heyday of ballroom dancing to big name bands including The Beatles, Pink Floyd and The Who, as well as countless balls, dinner dances and functions.
Join us as we take a look back at the city’s art deco treasure by the sea.
A view of the Beach Ballroom with the sea and harbour mouth in the background taken in 1948. During the war, the venue had been commandeered by the Admiralty and saw servicemen sleeping on beds on the dancefloor.