Erin Flett, our Corporate Sales Executive gives her intake on working at P&J Live...
James Bond, Mardi Gras, The Greatest Showman and Wanderlust – an odd combination you might think, but these are just some of the themes we have developed for banquets at AECC in the past and will continue to develop in our new home, P&J Live.
I’ve been part of the sales team since April 2018 and work on everything from small meetings to large conferences and banquets – no two days are the same and I love it. I always used to get told off at school for talking to everyone and now I get paid to do it, winner! I do try to stay on track but I make no promises not to sometimes stray onto totally unrelated topics, I do love a good chat about holidays…
We can discuss your initial thoughts over a coffee and decide on the best room for you as well as your ideal menu and how you see the evening going. I’d be delighted to show you around our venue so you can get a feel for the space yourself – there’s nothing quite like being physically in the room to be able to picture your event! I think my favourite part of the banqueting process (apart from the food of course) is taking clients to a room and talking through the lighting effect options, we really go from the intial ‘wow’ to ‘WOW’ as the potential unfolds and excitement builds. You know the lighting effect popular on TV game shows, where the room goes from brilliant white studio lighting to suddenly deep blue (there’s one show in particular I have in mind here, but you don’t have to be a millionaire to achieve this!)? We can craft a very similar effect, perfect for any dramatic moments.
A little further down the line, your dedicated event executive joins the party. This is when things get exciting and you really get down to the nitty gritty – will you use one of aforementioned themes or will you go rogue with something totally different? Your event executive has tonnes of experience in managing banqueting events and can help with everything from advising colour schemes (will you stick with company colours or will you have flashy rainbow lights that change throughout the night?) to sourcing table centres and chair covers.
From gourmet chicken goujons to the finest of steaks and a basic room wash to eccentric pyrotechnics – we can do it all. And the best bit? Your event executive is your primary contact plus our teams are all in-house, taking the stress of coordinating different suppliers off your shoulders.
If you’d like to learn more or have a banquet you’d like to bring to P&J Live, get in touch with the team at [email protected] or give us a call on 01224 824824.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I buy a VIP View Bar Upgrade?
You can purchase a VIP View Bar Upgrade to selected events here. It includes early access, fast-track entry, complimentary drink on arrival and access to the View Bar before, during and post-show.
- How can I purchase tickets for a concert at P&J Live?
Tickets are available from our ticketing agents Ticketmaster on www.ticketmaster.co.uk and Seat Unique on https://pandjlive.seatunique.c...
P&J Live do not sell tickets directly.
- How do I register for access to venue presale?
For certain events, venue presale tickets might be on offer. This means you'll be access tickets before they go on general sale.
To gain access to our exclusive venue presale, sign up to our newsletterhere and we will send you an email with the presale link for tickets go on general sale! Please note you'll need to be signed up at least an hour before the sale starts!
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- How can I book a table at 195 Bar & Grill?
Our 195 Bar & Grill offers a unique dining experience before selected shows at P&J Live. You can check availability and book a table here.
- Will I be able to purchase food at P&J Live?
There is a wide range of food and beverage options available to purchase for concerts and events, including catering outlets offering a variety of hot food options.
Please note - it is against venue policy to allow patrons to bring in their own food and drink to the venue. At P&J live it is our aim to be completely cashless, all of our bars, kiosks and restaurants accept card payments, this is more efficient, safe and ensures a speedy transaction. There are therefore no cash machines on the TECA site.
- Is there parking available at P&J Live?
Yes, there is parking available on-site at P&J Live.
There are various ways to pay for your parking at P&J Live
On site payment machines: We accept both cash and card payments on site, pay on exit is required by entering your vehicle registration at any one of our machines located in the car parks. Please note payment machines only take coins and not notes.
APCOA Connect App: Up to 24 hour after you have left the venue, you can pay for your parking on the APCOA Connect App. Once you have downloaded the app, use location code 6680 for the Sub-T Car Park (underground) and location code 2356 for the Surface Car Park.
You can also pay for parking via the APCOA website here, click which car park you parked in and then you will be able to pay for parking.
- Can I pay by cash within P&J Live?
At P&J Live it is our aim to be completely cashless, all of our bars, kiosks and restaurants accept card and contactless payments. This is more efficient, safe and ensures a speedy transaction.
There are no cash machines on the TECA sites.
- What bus can take me to P&J Live?
Regular buses will be coming in and out of the complex daily for public use. Details on bus routes and operators are still in discussion and any updates will be posted on the getting here page of the website.
Currently, the Stagecoach Bluebird Jet Service 727 runs regularly from Aberdeen City Centre to Aberdeen Airport, stopping in the TECA site.
- How do I purchase accessible seating for a show at P&J Live?
All the tickets for our Special Access Platform are sold via our ticket agent Ticketmaster.
Further information on accessibility at the Venue can be found on our Accessibility page.
