MAG Utrecht #17: May & June 2019

MAY & JUNE 2019

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YOUR GUIDE TO THE CITY’S HOTSPOTS AND ITS CULTURAL EVENTS

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Park 6

free entrance • In TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht

TivoliVredenburg is a unique contemporary music complex for all kinds of music and entertainment.

Park 6, which is an indoor park located on the sixth floor, provides all the activities for a fun and eventful night with a beautiful view of the medieval city Utrecht. Dance to the tunes of the best local dj’s on the light up floor, play classic arcade games, challenge friends and strangers round the ping pong table, get flexible while playing Twister or wreck your nerves with a game of mega-Jenga.

Had a busy day? Just lounge in the green heart of the park with a nice craft beer, wine, cocktail or other drink.

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Welcome to Utrecht Flowers are in bloom and the sun is shining, so it’s time to head outside. Go for a walk through Utrecht-East, combining nature, culture and architecture. Or bike into Utrecht’s largest park: ‘Utrechtse Heuvelrug’ National Park with its hills, forests, moors, sand dunes and river landscapes. Afterwards, you can reward yourself with a cold, refreshing local craft beer in one of the city’s brewpubs.

And there’s more: MAG Utrecht also features a calendar with up-to-date information on all the exhibitions, festivals, movies, music and theatre performances taking place in May and June. So get ready to enjoy the full scope of cultural activities the city has to offer, the special shops and the neighbourhood cafés and restaurants. We hope you have a great time.

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Art, music, theatre & more Kermis de Klop Festivals & Events Festivals & food events in the open air SPRING Festival 3 tips Movies Rocketman & more Music Great gigs Kids Be a gladiator Exhibitions & Museums Assemblage art Theatre 3 tips

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What’s happening Things to do & places to go Spotlight A walk in Utrecht-East The local’s favourites Q&A with Merijn Koops

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What’s happening?

THINGS TO DO & PLACES TO GO

May & June

PRIDE & JOY

Utrecht Canal Pride

The rainbow flag will be flying over Utrecht throughout the month of June. The world-wide annual ‘Pride Month’, which features all kinds of LGBTQ+ events, will kick off in our city on 1 June with the Utrecht Canal Pride, a floating parade of boats through Oudegracht. The parade starts at 14:00 and there’s plenty to do throughout the city afterwards. > 1 June, Oudegracht utrechtcanalpride.nl

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LOCAL FAVOURITE

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So what do you when the weather’s good? You go to Strand Oog In Al (SOIA) of course. This urban beach is at the top of Oog in Al district, right between the Amsterdam-Rijn canal and the Merwede canal.

It’s lovely and peaceful on weekdays; the ideal place to sch Hien relax in the sun with a good uri ©J book and nice cool drink.

Position your deckchair by the side of the canal and watch the huge barges calmly sailing past. > Kanaalweg 199 soia.nl

‘SOIA IS THE IDEAL PLACE TO RELAX IN THE SUN WITH A GOOD BOOK’

MUST-SEE

De Angstfabriek Mustsee!

Try to imagine a place where all our worst fears are generated. What would it look like? How are alarming newspaper headlines, disaster scenarios and suggestive news items produced? In a thought experiment aptly named De Angstfabriek (The Fear Factory), you see how we are hijacked by social anxiety on a daily basis and who suffers the most, but also how we can defend ourselves from the constant dose of fear we are administered. You can reserve a time slot online. > until 13 July, RAUM (Berlijnplein 520) angstfabriek.nl

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What’s happening?

SAVE A PRAYER

Church Night in Utrecht

Musty is often the first thing that springs to mind when you mention churches. But according to the organisers of Church Night in Utrecht, this couldn’t be further from the truth and from 21 to 22 June, they will show visitors the lighter side of the church. It all starts on Friday evening with an opening concert on Domplein with music ranging from light classical to pop.

On Saturday there’s a multicultural Choir Festival in the Domkerk, and the doors of the numerous churches in the city will be open to visitors all weekend.

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‘ADMITTEDLY, THE FLUORESCENT LIGHTING DOESN’T DO MUCH FOR THE ATMOSPHERE, BUT THE INDONESIAN FOOD IS SUBLIME’ Merijn Koops (25) Founder of The Work Embassy ‘My favourite spot is Toko Mitra in the ‘De Planeet’ building (Lange Viestraat 2). My favourite dish is soto ajam, Indonesian chicken soup. And then I have es tjendol, bits of jelly floating in a coconut milk drink with Javan sugar.

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MUST-DO

Canoeing round the canals

> You can hire a canoe at Kanoverhuur Utrecht (Oudegracht a/d Werf 275, kanoverhuurutrecht.nl) and Botenverhuur De Rijnstroom (Weg naar Rhijnauwen 2, rijnstroom.nl)

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The city looks completely different when seen from the water. So if you fancy gently paddling around the canals of Utrecht, hire a canoe at Kanoverhuur Utrecht in the city centre. But if you’re feeling more adventurous, bike to the Rijnstroom (or take bus 12 from Utrecht Central station) and hire a canoe to explore the area to the west of Utrecht. Happy sailing!

MADE IN UTRECHT

Werfzeep

It’s always nice to take something local home as a souvenir. But what is typical of Utrecht? The organic, handmade soap from Werfzeep.

All the soap is produced with nourishing plant-based oils and without synthetic additives, plastics, palm oil or animal fats. Good for you and good for the environment. > Werfzeep is on sale at DRUK (Westerkade 30), &meer (Amsterdamsestraatweg 275), Live Today (Minrebroederstraat 6) and various organic supermarkets. werfzeep.nl

Utrecht Marathon

Run through Utrecht

On Sunday 12 May, the Utrecht Marathon will take place. Participants will be running from the start at Utrecht Science Park through several parks, Leidsche Rijn district and the city centre. So come and cheer them on, while listening to music by local talent. > 12 May, various locations

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SPOTLIGHT

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FLOWERS ARE IN FULL BLOOM AND THE SUN IS SHINING (WE HOPE). TIME FOR A NICE LONG WALK THROUGH UTRECHT-EAST.

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he walk starts on Witte­ vrouwenbrug, at the top end of Biltstraat. As we don’t recommend walking on an empty stomach, our first task is to down a hearty breakfast. Try De Keuken van Thijs 1 (Biltstraat 41), where everything on the menu is fresh and home-made. You can order French toast, all kinds of sandwiches, yoghurt with fruit and granola or a coffee with their famous gingerbread. After breakfast, walk along Biltstraat, under Waterlinieweg and continue along Biltsestraatweg. Need a coffee? Go to Loft88 2 (Biltsestraatweg 88).

They have an enormous terrace, perfect for a pitstop in the sun.

A bit further on, cross the main road at the traffic lights. Turn right after the bridge onto a narrow unsurfaced track and then keep right at the next

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SPOTLIGHT

Go up the steps and turn left, onto a path along the river. This is De Zilveren Schaats 4 , a natural area that is home to unique species of fungi, grass, aquatic plants and birds. A little further on, turn right and walk over a wooden bridge. Keep left and you will end up on Stolberglaan, heading back towards civilisation. Take the first road on your left, Graaf Adolfstraat. This turns into Frederik THIS NATURAL AREA Hendrikstraat, you can IS HOME TO UNIQUE where feast your eyes SPECIES OF FUNGI, on all the glorious GRASS AND BIRDS houses. The road bends to the right and takes you to Stadhouderslaan.

Turn left and cross the bridge. If you fancy a cup of tea or coffee with something sweet, try District 5 (Jan van Scorelstraat 1) on the opposite side of the road.

Turn left immediately after the bridge onto Rembrandtkade. When the road stops, continue along the bike path, and when the bike path bends to the left, take the footpath going right. You will now be walking parallel with the main road that you passed underneath when you left Park Bloeyendael. Cross another wooden bridge and keep left.

You are now walking towards the Rietveld Schröderhuis 6 (Prins Hendriklaan 50), the

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house designed by the Utrecht architect Gerrit Rietveld in 1924 for the widow Truus Schröder.

It was built in the true style and tradition of the artistic movement De Stijl. The flowing transitions between indoors and outdoors so typical of this style are achieved by interrupting the solid facades.

The use of red, blue and yellow, combined with white, grey and black is another typical feature of De Stijl. The house is open to the public from Wednesday to Sunday, but only if you book in advance.

Turn right onto Prins Hendriklaan.

If all that walking has given you an appetite, it’s time for lunch at Noen 7 (Jan van Scorelstraat 8), Van Oost Pastabar 8 (Jan van Scorelstraat 33) or Parkcafé Buiten 9 (Prins Hendriklaan 2). All three cafés have a great outdoor terrace. IJssalon Vorst 10 (Prins Hendrik­laan 6) sells delicious ice-cream, which you can eat at leisure in the Wilhelmina Park 11 next door.

Go into the park and turn right, following the footpath round the pond.

On the other side of the pond, you’ll see EXbunker 12 (Wilhelminapark 24A), a monumental World War II bunker that is now used for thought-provoking exhibitions.

Leave the park and proceed to Burgemeester Reigerstraat from the roundabout. You could have lunch here too, at Hinkelman 13 (Burgemeester Reigerstraat 63), Hooi 14 (Burgemeester Reigerstraat 25) or Broodnodig op ’t Spoor 15 (Wagenstraat 50), for example. Alternatively, how about a quick shop? Zinin 16 (Burgemeester Reigerstraat 11) stocks all kinds of gift items and fun home accessories.

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Maliebaan, one of Utrecht’s stateliest streets. When Maliebaan turns into Malie­singel, turn left again. You are now at the Railway Museum 17 (Maliebaan Station): one of the top children’s attractions in Utrecht.

If you’re not completely worn out, take the road parallel to the railway to the Oosterspoorbaan Park 18 . This is Utrecht’s version of the ‘High Line’: a former railway track that has been redeveloped into an urban park. Walk through the park to Gansstraat and turn right. Walk the entire length of the street until you reach Ledig Erf. Turn left onto Oosterkade, where it’s time

to drop into Orloff aan de Kade 19 (Oosterkade 18) or Broei 20 (Oosterkade 24) for a well-earned rest with a cold drink and bitterballen (non-veggie at Orloff and veggie at Broei) on a sunny terrace with a view of the water. Cheers!

THE LOCAL’S FAVOURITES

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Q&A WITH MERIJN KOOPS

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‘CLUB WAS. IS LOCATED IN WHAT USED TO BE A FORMER MACHINE FACTORY’ Club WAS.

Merijn Koops (25), born and bred in Utrecht, is the founder of international hospitality recruitment agency The Work Embassy. He spent the last seven years living and working in various countries, including Belgium, England, Bonaire and Colombia. He’s now back in his beloved city. ‘Food is a big thing in my life. After graduating, I trained as a chef in Belgium.

I’m also involved in the Slow Food Youth Network (SFYN), which promotes a sustainable, honest food system. On 19 May, for example, we’re organising an anti-food waste festival in Vechtclub XL, with music, a disco soup and various workshops and lectures. We need to make people more aware of all the great products that are available in and around Utrecht.’ theworkembassy.com slowfoodyouthnetwork.nl

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Slow food ‘The people running bar à manger KookaBarra (Burgemeester Reigerstraat 29) do everything according to the slow food principle.

They can tell you about the origins of every single ingredient on your plate.’

Curiosity shop ‘I recently discovered Antiquariaat Acanthus (Achter St.-Pieter 180), a sort of seventeenth-century curiosity shop that’s only open on Fridays. Going inside is walking into Diagon Alley - the wizarding alley from the Harry Potter books. I found an Indonesian cookery book from 1844 there. Fantastic!

Another fun shop is Slavjanski Dvor (Amsterdamsestraatweg 316). There’s a tiny off-licence in the back of this Eastern-European supermarket, where they stock at least fifty different types of vodka. The owners are very passionate about vodka and can tell you anything you want to know.’

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I’d recommend having a drink in the museum café Gingko, where you have a lovely view of the garden and greenhouses. It’s like being in another world. Buurten in de Fabriek (Kanaalweg 91) is a great spot just outside the city centre for a drink and a bite to eat. They have a fabulous terrace overlooking the water, which almost makes you feel like being completely out of town.’

A night of techno ‘I’m always in for a good techno party, so I’m a big fan of Club WAS. (Tractieweg 41). It’s located in what used to be the staff showers and changing rooms of a former machine factory in the Werkspoorgebied, an industrial area in the west of the city.

This is the city’s first real club as far as I’m concerned.’

Green oasis

With Thirty030, Utrecht shows its young, creative side: 30 enthusiastic ambassadors under the age of 30 will be representing the city together. thirty030.nl

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‘Oude Hortus (Lange Nieuwstraat 106), the old botanical gardens behind the Utrecht University Museum, is a green

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Kermis de Klop

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Festivals, art music, theatre & more THE SUN IS SHINING, SO WE’RE OFF OUTSIDE! MAY AND JUNE ARE PACKED WITH FESTIVALS AND FOOD EVENTS IN THE OPEN AIR. AND THAT’S JUST THE TIP OF THE ICEBERG: READ ALL ABOUT THE MUSIC, THEATRE, FILMS, ART AND ACTIVITIES FOR THE KIDS IN AND AROUND THE CITY.

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FAMILY EVENT

KERMIS DE KLOP

During Whit weekend, Fort aan de Klop will be magically transformed into a festival venue set up as an old-fashioned fairground, complete with swing carousel. Kids between 4 and 12 can go to the historical storehouse for creative workshops, join the Circus Snor children’s procession or build a wooden hut. There’ll be plenty to do for the youngest visitors in the picnic field. And we haven’t forgotten the parents either: live music, microtheatre, an outdoor bar and festival food. > 9 and 10 June, Fort aan de Klop kermisdeklop.nl

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OPEN GARDENS DAY

Would you like to see some of the city’s urban and courtyard gardens that are not normally open to the public? If so, the Open Gardens Day on Saturday 29 June is the perfect opportunity to take in some fifty privately-owned gardens. From massive green oases and gardens with statues and ponds to small, sober gardens and hidden courtyard gardens behind churches and monasteries: there’s something for everyone. All gardens are within walking distance and a good cup of coffee is never far away. And there even will be music performances and guided tours in a number of partici­pating gardens. > 29 June, various locations opentuinendagutrecht.nl

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For 23 years, the Midzomergracht Festival has been celebrating love in all its forms.

The week of 21 to 28 June will focus on more acceptance for sexual and gender diversity. This edition kicks off on the evening of Friday 21 June on Domplein, with an extensive musical programme. Sunday 23 June is all about the Annie Brouwer Korf (a former mayor of Utrecht who was particularly committed to the rights of lesbians, gays, bi- and transsexuals) Award, a prize that is awarded annually to the people who are making a strong commitment to the acceptance and visibility of the pink community in Utrecht. The rest of the programme is highly diverse, comprising debates, theatre shows, lectures, parties, the spoken word, queer performances and an extensive film programme in which over sixteen films will be screened in the city centre and various suburbs of Utrecht.

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This is a festival for connoisseurs; it’s all about food and drink. There are amazing acts by young theatre-makers, intimate live performances and an entertaining theatre procession with traditional fairground classics.

And in the evening, you can burn off the calories by dancing to funk, soul and hits from the eighties.

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TREK FESTIVAL

> 6 to 10 June, Grift Park festival-trek.nl

BLANKET ON THE GRASS

Cancel everything for the next few Sunday afternoons because from 2 June, it’s time for the usual series of outdoor concerts and shows. Open-air theatre Podium Hoge Woerd will be putting on concerts or shows for all the family, and on 9 June, there’s a mini-festival in De Klanksteen in Tolsteeg­plantsoen with music by local talent. Don’t forget your blanket! > from 2 June, Podium Hoge Woerd and De Klanksteen (Tolsteegplantsoen) podiumhogewoerd.nl zimihc.nl

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SUMMER SUNDAYS & A LAZY SUNDAY AFTERNOON

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FONTEYN FESTIVAL

Wine, food & music

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> 10, 11 and 12 May, Janskerkhof fonteynfestival.nl

LIBERTY AND FREEDOM

LIBERATION DAY FESTIVAL

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All about gin, tonic, jenever & vermouth > 7 and 8 June, former Wolvenplein prison ginfestival.nl

TWEETAKT FESTIVAL

Arts festival for young & old

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Remembrance Day in the Netherlands is on Saturday 4 May. The Dutch remember their victims of World War II and those that died in subsequent conflicts and peace missions. If you’re going out that evening, you should be aware that 2 minutes of silence starts at 20:00. On Sunday 5 May, we celebrate freedom with Liberation Day festivals: in Utrecht there’s a free music festival in Park Transwijk. It promises to be a great day with performances by Thomas Azier, 2manydjs and Altin Gün.

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SPRING Festival EXPERIMENTAL

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Up-and-coming talent, innovative choreographers, radical crossovers and experimental theatre: ten days simply aren’t enough to enjoy everything that SPRING has to offer. This performing arts festival takes place in theatres and unexpected public places. Many of the acts are suitable for nonDutch speakers. > 16 to 25 May, various locations springutrecht.nl

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GESTURE DATABASE

10,000 GESTURES Twenty-five artistes performing 10,000 unique movements: no gesture is repeated, no movements are performed twice. Sometimes amusing, pleasurable or memorable, sometimes fleeting or nostalgic. The French choreographer Boris Charmatz uses his art form to create a human database, a counterpart to our digital databases. > 18 & 19 May, Stadsschouwburg Utrecht

SOMETIMES AMUSING, PLEASURABLE OR MEMORABLE, SOMETIMES FLEETING OR NOSTALGIC Tip !

SPOOKY

SOMETHING (OUT OF NOTHING) Figures wandering around in theatres and museums, between the works of art, displays and machines.

Often no more than silhouettes, shadows, living sculptures: the negative of life. The performers and robots are almost impossible to distinguish from each other or even from the scenery. This performance-comeexhibition presents man as a spirit in a world that is becoming increasingly ‘haunted’ by technology, the threat of destruction and weakening democracies. > 24 & 25 May, Stadsschouwburg Utrecht

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This show not only brings together two of Australia’s best dance companies, but also features traditional Indonesian folk culture, heavy-metal vocals, virtuoso dancers and the public. The Indonesian musical duo Senyawa give their own rendition of a Javan tradition, in which dance and music put you into a trance.

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English subtitles Le Grand Bain

Outdoor

> Le Grand Bain will be screened with English subtitles on 8 and 22 May in Springhaver, and on 12 and 26 in Louis Hartlooper Complex springhaver.nl hartlooper.nl

Escape: Lo and Behold Studium Generale (Utrecht University’s podium for knowledge and reflection) organises film evenings in the old botanical garden behind the University Museum. On 24 May, they will show a documentary

by Werner Herzog about the history and current state of the worldwide web. Using interviews with a wide range of people - from internet pioneers to victims of wireless radiation - he tries to answer the following question: is internet one of the biggest revolutions ever known to man? Reserve your free tickets online and bring a blanket, snacks and drinks. > Lo and Behold will be shown in De Oude Hortus (behind Utrecht University Museum) on 24 May sg.uu.nl/agenda/2019/lo-and-behold

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THE MEN ARE DETERMINED TO PUT ALL THEIR ENERGY INTO A DISCIPLINE PREVIOUSLY OWNED BY WOMEN: SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING

It is in the corridors of their municipal swimming pool that Bertrand, Marcus, Simon, Laurent, Thierry and their team members train under the relative authority of Delphine, former glory of the basins.

They are determined to put all their energy into a discipline previously owned by women: synchronized swimming.

With English subtitles.

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Classic: Rear Window

> The Utrecht City cinema will be screening Rear Window from 6 June kinepolis.nl

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Every month until the summer, you can come and enjoy a different big-screen classic in one of the oldest cinemas in the city. From 6 June, it’s the turn of Rear Window, possibly one of the most nail-biting thrillers Alfred Hitchcock ever made.

A photographer (James Stewart) has broken his leg and is confined to a wheelchair. He kills the time by observing his neighbours going about their business through his tele-lens. Convinced that he has witnessed a murder, he asks a friend (Grace Kelly) to investigate.

Movies

Rocketman This musical fantasy film about Sir Elton John is perfect entertainment for fans of the legendary singer and composer.

The film is about the early years of John’s career: how he developed from a smalltown boy into one of the world’s most iconic pop stars. Taron Egerton plays Sir Elton John and sings most of his most popular numbers. > Rocketman will be screened at the Louis Hartlooper Complex from 30 May hartlooper.nl

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Music

Alfa Mist This young British jazz musician began his career as a producer of grime and hip-hop in the raw dance scene of East London.

Looking for good samples, he listened to countless tracks and became fascinated by world music, film soundtracks but above all, jazz. The melancholic jazz that this autodidactic pianist and band leader now makes couldn’t be more different from the grime and hip-hop that marked his early career. > 31 May, TivoliVredenburg tivolivredenburg.nl

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RUIGENHOEK A day of techno in the polder: big and small techno acts from home and abroad take to the stage in Ruigenhoek recreation area, to the north of the Overvecht district.

> 9 June, dB’s dbstudio.nl

Wand

BALLROOM BLITZ

They started life as a trio in 2013 and now there are five of them: the best way to describe the sounds of Wand from Los Angeles is a mix of psychedelic garage rock and heavy metal. Add a pinch of pop/rock and you’re guaranteed to have a great evening.

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DB’S A new alternative dance night in town!

Expect old school guitar rock and punk rock mixed with electro highlights.

Or even better, expect nothing and dance the night away.

Free admission.

> 8 June, EKKO ekko.nl

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Utrecht’s first outdoor gay festival with live music, silent disco and a food court. And for the real die-hards, there’s an afterparty in TivoliVredenburg starting at 23:00.

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One of the remaining few real blues legends. Singer and guitarist Jake la Botz uses his rockabilly, folk, blues and country to create the feel of a dimly lit, smoke-filled bar, where he sings about the rolling landscape of Montana, about life and about love. As well as being a musician, La Botz is also an actor: he has had roles in the blockbusters Rambo and True Detective.

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Kids

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PAK ‘M (3+)

In a television studio, three presenters are wrestling for the microphone. And while two of them are caught up in the fighting, the third one runs off with the loot!

Luckily the scenery provides plenty of places to hide. The perfect show for tiny tots and anyone who secretly still enjoys the odd game of hide-and-seek. > 26 May, Stadsschouwburg Utrecht stadsschouwburg-utrecht.nl

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BE A GLADIATOR

ROMAN FESTIVAL If you want to learn more about life in Roman times, come to Roman Festival in Castellum Hoge Woerd. On 1 and 2 May, you can train to be a Roman soldier, dressed in a tunic with a sword and shield. On Saturday 12 May, the entire day will revolve around Roman activities: from Roman games and a gladiator show, to an archaeological glue course and a workshop on making Roman jewellery. You can even make a sacrifice to the priestesses of Juno (vegetarian obviously!) for a good year and better grades at school.

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> 1 to 12 May, Castellum Hoge Woerd (Leidsche Rijn) castellumhogewoerd.nl

MUSIC, ART, THEATRE & SHEEP

A DAY OF NATURE AND CULTURE 2019 (4+) On the afternoon of Wednesday 22 May, children over the age of four and their parents can spread out a blanket on the ground and enjoy a full programme of music, theatre and art.

There will be all kinds of creative workshops and a chance to pet the sheep in Park Groot Zandveld. The afternoon is all about building, because the school itself is currently being renovated. Free admission.

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MOED: WHAT IS LEFT UNSEEN Diversity and inclusiveness is an important theme for museums. How do you make a museum a place where everyone feels welcome? The Centraal Museum put on its thinking cap and convened MOED, Museum Of Equality and Difference, a culturecritical research group from Utrecht University.

The collaboration resulted in an exhibition designed to illustrate the white male view from a number of different perspectives.

How do we look back on our history? Are we capable of seeing our past through different eyes? > until 30 June, Centraal Museum centraalmuseum.nl © KdH

Thérèse Schwartze, Portrait of Dr Nicolaas Beets (1814-1903), 1881

EARLY JET-SETTERS

It’s always a good idea to visit the magnificent De Haar Castle, but the Bon Voyage! exhibition gives you another valid reason. The exhibition provides an exclusive peek behind the scenes of the glorious travels of Baron Etiènne van Zuylen and Baroness Hélène de Rothschild, in an era when travel was reserved for the happy few.

The couple hadn’t heard of travelling light, hence the immense volumes of luggage and staff they invariably took with them. > until September, De Haar Castle kasteeldehaar.nl/english

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BON VOYAGE! GREETINGS FROM THE GOLDEN AGE OF TRAVEL

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ASSEMBLAGE

STUFF MATTERS

CULTURE

Exhibitions & Museums

The American artist Jessica Stockholder (1959) has been making a name for herself since the 1990s with installations which combine ordinary everyday objects (from umbrellas and cushions to stools, lamps and washing baskets) to create an overwhelming, colourful entity.

Stockholder uses her assemblage art to challenge our standard view of the objects and materials around us and overturn our ideas about what is valuable and what is not. > until 1 September, Centraal Museum centraalmuseum.nl

Jessica Stockholder, #624 Gross National Growth, 2014

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FORGETFUL

ZOOMING IN ON LOSS An intimate performance about the links between the senses, movement and memory. Choreographer Ann Van den Broek zooms in on the details of memory loss, such as the changes in emotions and facial expression. The relationship between memories and sensory perception is another theme. How do people perceive the world when they lose their memory? And how does this affect those around them?

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Theatre ODE TO FANTASY

FANTASIO

This co-production of Opera Zuid, Club Guy & Roni and FASHIONCLASH shows a different side to the French composer and cellist Jacques Offenbach. Disguised as a romantic fairy-tale, it is actually a satire about jesters and madmen, love and folly, war and dressing-up. The young student Henri (alias Fantasio) is desperate to turn his life around. When the court jester dies, Fantasio decides to take his place in the hope that Princess Elsbeth will fall for his charms. > 4 June, Stadsschouwburg Utrecht stadsschouwburg-utrecht.nl/ english

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CULTURE

NOUVEAU CIRQUE

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RÉVERSIBLE

If you saw the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics in Sochi, you’ll know exactly what the Canadian collective 7 Fingers is capable of. In this show, the eight performers delve into their family history, when everything was so much simpler. No flattering portraits of your life on Facebook, Instagram or some random dating site. Everything was just as it was.

The Canadians perform an ode to the generation that shaped the world we currently live in.

Can we still learn from them? > 26 May, Stadsschouwburg Utrecht stadsschouwburg-utrecht.nl/english

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Vintage fashion

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THESE DAYS, HAVING A SECOND-HAND WARDROBE IS THE TRENDIEST AND MOST SUSTAINABLE STATEMENT YOU CAN MAKE. YOU’LL FIND THE BEST VINTAGE FASHION AT THE FOLLOWING ADDRESSES.

No Vintage Phobia

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SHOPPING

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PREMIUM BRANDS

Willemstraat 57 Anabelle decided to leave her office job to follow her dream: opening her own shop, where customers can ‘dig for treasure’ among her collection of high-end and designer, second-hand and vintage women’s clothing and accessories. The fact that this is Anabelle’s own favourite hobby is reflected in her collection. A nice little extra: you can throw a party here too.

It includes drinks, nibbles, music, a make-up workshop, a vintage dressing session and a photo shoot. novintagephobia.com

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NO VINTAGE PHOBIA

‘THERE’S SO MUCH FABULOUS SECOND-HAND STUFF AROUND, MUCH OF IT BARELY WORN’

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Oudegracht 224 Sisters stocks a wide range of affordable vintage and second-hand clothing (some designer labels), sorted according to style and size. ‘Many customers are trying to be more sustainable and simply don’t want to buy new clothes. And why should they? There’s so much fabulous second-hand stuff around, much of it barely worn’, says salesperson Esther. sisters2dehands.nl

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Oudegracht 206 Advanced second-hand shopping: whether you’re looking for a bright yellow raincoat, a lumberjack shirt or a pair of Adidas trainers, you probably won’t leave Episode empty-handed.

But don’t come here if you’re in a hurry. The shop’s three floors are packed with all the clothes and accessories you could possibly imagine. episode.eu

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Also try: SUSSIES VINTAGE Voorstraat 50 sussiesvintage.com GIENSCH Voorstraat 31 giensch.nl SECONDSAS Oudegracht a/d Werf 193 secondsas.nl

Nachtegaalstraat 36 This shop not only promotes a love of vintage, but also the drive to normalise the practice of recycling clothes. It is definitely the place to come if you’re after a fancy party dress, a blouse in an unusual colour or a jumper with a trendy, geometric print.

Everything is just that little bit different because most of the collection comes from France and Germany. facebook.com/Roxy79Vintage

SHOPPING

Wagenstraat 28 The clothes at Vintage Fashion change regularly and vary from modern to classic, and from useful to once-in-a-lifetime.

The owners Patricia and Hanneke focus on the more expensive segment, so you might even come across a real Armani or Valentino. The shop only stocks garments brought in by private individuals and the shop is extremely well-organised as everything is arranged according to style and size. vintagefashion.nl

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Got! eas

Bike into Utrecht’s largest park

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YOU DON’T HAVE TO TRAVEL VERY FAR FROM THE CENTRE OF UTRECHT TO REACH THE HILLS, FORESTS, MOORS, SAND DUNES AND RIVER LANDSCAPES OF THE ‘UTRECHTSE HEUVELRUG’ NATIONAL PARK. HERE ARE FIVE NEW, FREE CYCLE ROUTES THAT TAKE YOU FROM THE CITY CENTRE TO THE PARK. FIND THE DETAILS ON CYCLINGUTRECHTREGION.COM

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EXPLORE OUT OF TOWN

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YOU CAN TAKE A REFRESHING DIP IN THE CHILLY WATER OF HENSCHOTERMEER LAKE

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A cycle route for connoisseurs: this route around Bunnik, Zeist and Driebergen takes you past the organic vineyards of Hoog Beek & Royen (where you can try a glass of their awardwinning Souvignier Gris), de Bijzondere Taarten Fabriek (for delicious cakes) and Landgoed Kraaybeekerhof (an estate featuring a restaurant where you can sample dishes with homegrown organic-dynamic ingredients). You then bike through the forest around Driebergen and past Kasteel Sterkenburg, one of many historical country mansions.

If you’re taking children on your cycle tour, then this one around Zeist is perfect. Stop for a break at Blik & Burgers after a couple of kilometres, so the kids can let off steam in a fantastic public playground.

Carry on to De Boswerf, a beautiful green location in the middle of the Zeisterbos forest. The visitors’ centre has a nice café with a terrace, an insect garden, bee garden and bee shed. On Sunday afternoons, children can help to feed a herd of Drenthe moorland sheep at the Heidestein sheepfold.

A combination of natural and military history, which really appeals to children. You bike past the extensive sandy plains of the Soester sand dunes, where you can stop to stretch your legs. Discover everything about Dutch military history in the National Military Museum and watch your kids running amok in a mini-tank or tracked vehicle. On the former military airbase in Soesterberg Park you can explore air-raid shelters, ammunition depots and bunkers. And there’s a secret hermit’s cave and maze on the De Paltz country estate...

Not many people know that!

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Amerongen Castle

EXPLORE OUT OF TOWN

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On this route, you can also go for a walk along the winding paths of the Heidetuin (heather garden) in Driebergen.

You’ll see countless varieties of heather and something is always in flower. Bike to the historical Bartiméus vegetable garden, with a rosarium, greenhouses and a teahouse.

Continue your route to Doorn, Leersum and Amerongen, where you can visit the Huis Doorn Museum, the Zuylestein estate, Broekhuizen Park and Amerongen Castle.

This route takes you to the Austerlitz forest, where the French army erected a camp in 1804. After the French left, spar, oak, pine and beech trees were planted, which have now grown to form an area of natural beauty. The theatre café at the Beauforthuis (a former church) is a good place for a pitstop. Continue your bike ride to Henschotermeer lake, a recreation area in the middle of the forest where you can relax on the sandy beach or have a refreshing dip in the chilly water.

OUTDOORS

CYCLINGUTRECHTREGION.COM

NEED A BIKE? There are plenty of places to hire bikes (including electric bikes) in Utrecht.

Staff at the VVV tourist information office on Domplein can point you in the right direction. Some hotels also provide bikes.

Alternatively, you could take your bike on the train or just walk from the train station: you’ll find lovely countryside and nature close to the stations in Driebergen-Zeist, Bunnik, Maarn, Soest or Den Dolder.

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5×Local

brewpubs JUST AN ORDINARY DRAUGHT LAGER? NAH! THESE UTRECHT BREWPUBS POUR SPICY SAISONS, SOUR ALES WITH WILD YEAST AND BITTER IPAS. ADDED BONUS: ALL FIVE OF THEM HAVE LARGE, SUNNY TERRACES.

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MAXIMUS BREWERY Pratumplaats 2A This brewery with its own tasting room is on the edge of Máxima park in Leidsche Rijn. Owner Ewald Visser: ‘Our beers are subtle, have less fizz and a lower alcohol percentage, so you can just keep drinking all evening. Pandora is our bestseller; this pale beer is where it all started. Little Fred, a session pale beer with a hint of sour and bitter, is a good choice for a drink on the terrace.

One of my personal favourites is Sour Crystal Meth: a fresh, slightly sour beer, made with kefir. We only brew three batches of it per year, so you’ll have to be lucky if you want to taste it.’ maximusbrouwerij.nl

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OPROER

‘WE LIKE BREWING SOUR ALES WITH WILD YEAST AND LACTIC ACID BACTERIA’

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DE KROMME HARING Europalaan 2C At brewpub De Kromme Haring you can get beers with intriguing names such as Whitebait (golden ale), Mudskipper (cloudy, New England-style IPA), Twisted Kipper (fruity, bitter IPA) and Inktvis (inky black IPA). But not all the draughts beers in this brewpub in Vechtclub XL are home-brews; some come from other small breweries based in the Netherlands and beyond. dekrommeharing.nl

CAB-Rondom 90A Mark Strooker and Bart-Jan Hoeijmakers are the founders of Oproer. The name stands for the peaceful revolution the proprietors are promoting, designed to show us that things can be done differently, with attention for people, the environment, animals and beer. Oproer has five standard draught beers. Mark Strooker: ‘The other beers are experiments. We like brewing hoppy IPAs and sour ales with wild yeast and lactic acid bacteria. That last one might sound weird, but the final taste is fruity and really quite special.’ oproerbrouwerij.nl

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GAS-FREE BREWING

WERKSPOORCAFÉ DE LECKERE

EAT & DRINK

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Tractieweg 43 De Leckere brews its 100% organic beer in the Werkspoorkwartier. The former paint-spraying workshop in the Werkspoorkathedraal has been converted into a tasting room with a huge terrace overlooking the Amsterdam-Rijn canal.

The perfect spot to try a SonnenBorgh (saison), WitteVrouwen (combi of white and weizen), Paulus (cloudy abbey beer) or GuldenCraen (blond). They now serve a White IPA too, the first beer to be brewed without using natural gas. werkspoorcafe.nl

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QUENCH THAT THIRST

OUDAEN URBAN BREWERY Oudegracht 99 The history of the brewery in the vaults of Oudaen castle goes back to the Middle Ages, an age when clean drinking water was a scarce commodity. Drinking beer was a cheap and safe way of quenching your thirst, because the brewing process killed most of the bacteria. In the nineteenth century, most of the breweries disappeared, including the one in Oudaen. It returned to the vaults in 1990 and has since been turning out lager, white beer, dubbel, tripel and limited edition seasonal beers.

There’s a guided tour for anyone who wants to learn more about the brewing process. oudaen.nl/brouwerij

The Utrecht Craft Beer Tour The way to discover local craft beer while cycling through the city is The Utrecht Craft Beer Tour. Book a tour on utrechtcraftbeertour.com

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THROWBACK

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An ultramodern

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Do you recognise this? This is what the concourse at Utrecht Centraal Station looked like in 1975. In this photo, it is just two years old; an ultramodern concourse in those days. The staff at the brand-new ticket desks printed the train tickets on an old-fashioned machine, because computers hadn’t been introduced back then. In the background, you can see automatic ticket machines, which were a new innovation. The typical 1970s fashion, with flared trousers, oversized collars and hats in every shape and size complete this historic image. > In collaboration with The Utrecht Archives. Visit them at Hamburgerstraat 28.

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Stadsschouwburg Utrecht is a leading theatre in Central Netherlands.

Many events are accessible for non-Dutch speakers. Have a look at our May and June selection.

dance and ballet The contradictions in human existence depicted in three duets of dance in The Little Great People by Korzo and Dutch Dance Theatre | 2 May

dance. Jakop Ahlbom Company takes you on a time travel | 1 June Get ready for a turbulent boat trip with Scapino Ballet Rotterdam & Wëreldbänd | 12 June

Join the cyphering and show your best freestyle hiphop moves at Funk.IRC – Break edition. Come and watch, join and win! | 11 May

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Rosas stages ‘Achterland’ from 1990, in which Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker let the musicians play an active part on stage for the first time in history. Watch the mixed magic | 28 May

opera

Years go by, people come and go, music changes but we all still

Réversible, the ode to a generations’ family history. Life as it is and was and what we learn from it | 26 May

Opera Zuid, together with Club Guy & Roni’s Poetic Disasters Company, stages a special performance of Offenbach’s opera ‘Fantasio’, new to all but still so recognizable | 4 June

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Cultural Events Calendar This turbulent ‘sea voyage’ isn’t the most obvious collaboration for Wëreldbänd (five pedigree musicians and performers in the style of the Marx Brothers and Mini & Maxi) and the world-famous Scapino Ballet Rotterdam. But the partnership results in fascinating combinations of music, dance, humour, slapstick and theatre, revolving around themes such as desire, parting, love, trips to faraway places, deprivation and home sickness. > 12 June, Stadsschouwburg Utrecht stadsschouwburg-utrecht.nl/english

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All Hands On Deck

50 MAG Utrecht — May/Jun 2019 TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Craig David presents TS5 [20:15] This English R&B singer is bringing his party concept TS5 exclusively to TivoliVredenburg. He will be the DJ, singer and MC of this show and will mix his own hits with swing beat, garage, R&B anthems and today’s biggest house hits.

ACU > Nilüfer Yanya [21:00] Harmonious indie pop by the 22-year old singersongwriter from London.

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1 Wednesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DE KARGADOOR > Jazz in the basement [19:30] Utrecht has a real jazz basement, in which you can listen to different styles of jazz and even play along.

MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19:30] Enjoy an evening of free music by up-andcoming local artistes.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Vrije Geluiden

live - Challenge Records 25 years [20:00] Pianist Nino Gvetadze, singer Fay Claassen and German band Dr. Syros will each play a short concert to celebrate the 25th birthday of their record label, Challenge.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > John Scofield Quartet - Combo 66 [20:00] Band led by guitarist John Scofield, who has worked with legends like Charles Mingus, Herbie Hancock, Pat Metheny and Miles Davis. With this project, Scofield has managed to give jazz a modern twist.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Wouter Hamel [20:15] Hamel is bringing back jazzy pop from the 30s, 40s and 50s, with a slight hint of 70s.

DE HELLING > C.W. Stoneking [20:15] This Australian singer, guitarist and blues man is bringing his genius compositions with a 30s feel to town.

DB’S > Nervosa [20:30] All-female thrash metal band from Brazil that has played on numerous big metal festivals all over the world. The band just released its new album ‘Downfall of Mankind’. Support by Rezet from Germany.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > The Little Great People [19:30] Korzo and Nederlands Dans Theater join forces to create new work for young dance talent.

Three duets about the contradictions in human nature.

MUUR Theater Kikker > 3 May A group of people keeps running up against a wall; a tragic metaphor for the smallness of a human being on the one hand and a collective attempt to stay hopeful in a world that makes us pessimistic on the other hand.

DODENJAARSAVOND Stadsschouwburg Utrecht > 4 May On the evening of National Remembrance Day, spoken word artist PAX, choreographer and beatboxer Abdelhadi Baaddi and several other young performers will reveal what commemorating means to them.

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3 Friday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Free lunch break concert [12:30] Enjoy some free classical music during your lunch break.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Jeangu Macrooy [19:45] Jeangu Macrooy is back with his second album ‘Horizon’, created in collaboration with producer Perquisite.

After performing at Lowlands festival, he has earned himself a spot in the Dutch music scene.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Rita Ora [19:45] Her first album already contained multiple hits, like ‘Lonely Together’, ‘Girls’ and ‘Anywhere’. This is her first in Utrecht, so don’t miss out.

DE HELLING > Muyayo Rif [20:15] This fiesta band from Barcelona mixes Latin, ska and punk into one big party.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Fabrizio Paterlini [20:15] The music composed by this pianist is difficult to describe: neoclassical, ambient, minimalist or new age? He himself prefers to call it ‘a glass of wine on a summer night’. We couldn’t have said it better.

DB’S > Tusky [20:30] This band rose from the ashes of John Coffey. Less hardcore and more indie rock, but just as exciting.

DE NIJVERHEID > Someone presents: Orbit [20:30] Step into a colourful world of sound and vision: Orbit’s illustrations and graphic world come to life with the help of your phone.

PERFORMING ARTS THEATER KIKKER > Muur [20:30] A group of people keeps running against a wall. This physical performance is a tragic metaphor for the smallness of a human being on the one hand and a collective attempt to stay hopeful in a world that makes us pessimistic on the other hand.

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ACHTERLAND Stadsschouwburg Utrecht > 28 May In ‘Achterland’ (1990) choreographer De Keersmaeker let musicians play an active part on stage for the first time. The result is a balanced performance, inspired

by E.I. and Eugène and with music by Györgi Ligeti.

CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15:30] Enjoy a free classical concert with vocal and instrumental music.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DE HELLING > Backyard Babies [19:30] Still going strong after thirty years, this Swedish hard rock/metal band is back with its newest album ‘Silver and Gold’.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Alain Clark [20:15] The artiste behind hits like ‘Father & Friend’, ‘Blow me Away’ and ‘Back in my World’ has added three more concerts in the Netherlands to give more people a chance to listen to his stories.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > Dodenjaarsavond [19:45] On the evening of National Remembrance Day, spoken word artist PAX, choreographer

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and beatboxer Abdelhadi Baaddi and several other young performers will revel in a very personal and warmhearted way what commemorating means to them.

5 Sunday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Alan Parsons Live Project [20:15] Even though his partner Eric Woolfson has died ten years ago, Alan Parsons is back with an amazing group of musicians to bring new life to The Alan Parsons Project.

GUIDED TOURS IN FRONT OF THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE > Gilde Utrecht

guided walking tour [11:00 and 14:00] The guides show you the most beautiful spots of the historic centre. Tours start at 11.00 ( free, 1 hour) and 14.00 (€ 4/8, 1½ hour).

6 Monday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Les Amazones d’Afrique [20:15] This all-female group made its debut in 2017 with a mix of West-African and Western music. Not only are they one of the most refreshing groups in the world music scene today, they also fight for women’s rights.

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9 Thursday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Malcolm Holcombe [20:15] Honest lyrics, a voice like Tom Waits and John Prine combined and amazing fingerpicking techniques make Holcombe one of the most talented American singersongwriters out there.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Sticky Fingers [20:15] See Wed 8.

10 Friday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Free lunch break concert [12:30] Enjoy some free classical music during your lunch break.

PIETERSKERK > The Treasury of Paul van Nevel [20:15] The old music specialist and conductor Paul van Nevel of the Nederlands Kamerkoor won’t reveal the programme, but it’s ‘a concert and lecture, which will give an unbelievable experience to the public’, according to Van Nevel himself.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Orchestra of the

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18th Century & Jean-Guihen Queyras [20:15] An evening dedicated to Robert Schumann, one of the biggest composers of the romantic genre. Jean-Guihe Queyras will perform as a cello soloist TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Club Fluxus: Zwerm & Fred Frith [20:30] Electric guitar band Zwerm and multiinstrumentalist Fred Firth are bringing a night full of improvisation, new sounds and lots of freedom.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19:30] See Wed 1.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Sérgio Mendes [20:15] At 77 years old, the king of bossanova is back and better than ever.

The newer generation will probably recognize him from the Soccer World Cup 2006 hit ‘Mas Que Nada’, the older generation probably needs no introduction.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Patricia van Haastrecht [20:00] She already performed in theatre shows and musicals and is also participating in this year’s TV show ‘The Voice of Holland’. Plenty of reasons to go see her perform live.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Brad Mehldau Trio [20:00] Mehldau is one of the most important pianists of modern jazz. He’s

a master of improvisation and has great knowledge of music theory.

DB’S > Vaguess, Abdomen, Nancy Acid & Birth of Manuel [20:30] An evening of fuzzy noise and wild garage rock music centered around American misanthropists Vaguess.

EKKO > Isbels [20:30] 60s inspired folk.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Throwback to: Sven Hammond & Kim Hoorweg Play Amy Winehouse [20:30] ‘Throwback to’ is a new concept in which Dutch musicians pay tribute to their musical inspirations. This time, Sven Hammond & Kim Hoorweg pay tribute to the late Amy Winehouse.

11 Saturday CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15:30] See Sat 4.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Bonnie Tyler [20:00] She’s most famous for her hit ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’, but she deserves a lot more credit for her skills of mastering many different genres.

Country, pop, rock: Tyler can do it all.

DB’S > Reggae Bomb [20:30] The best roots reggae and rocksteady party in town. With DJs Sister Souljah, Don Arco and Skank Around Sound System. Also, Jr Kenna will be performing a live set.

EKKO > Doomstad #5 [20:30] Black metal, doom, sludge, stoner, drone with performances by Belgian band Raketkanon and post-rock, metal and doom band GOLD from Rotterdam.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Gosto [20:30] This Dutch singer and multiinstrumentalist has already made a name for himself in the underground scene with his soulful triphop and dub songs.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT >

Funk.IRC - Break edition [18:30] Several hip hop choreographers are dancing and battling it out together.

The audience is more than welcome, but not obliged, to join them.

12 Sunday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Dutch Wind

Instruments Ensemble [15:00] Iranian music and Johann Sebastian Bach’s compositions meet and become one. Wonder how this will sound?

Come and find out for yourself.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Harriet Krijgh & Noord Nederlands Orkest [15:00] Famous Dutch cello player Harriet Krijgh joins forces with Noord Nederlands Orkest to play Edouard Lalo’s lesser known cello concert.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Psychlona, Salem’s Bend & Sarram [16:00] An afternoon of heavy doom, sludge and psych sounds.

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CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment [20:15] English conductor and organ player John Butt will not only conduct, but also play TivoliVredenburg’s very own baroque organ.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > The Delines [20:15] This group is joined by two of the country genre’s biggest stars: Willy Vlautin (Richmond Fontaine) and Tucker Jackson (Minus 5). But they’re definitely not the only reason to go see this group play, for lead singer Amy Bloom is just as talented.

PERFORMING ARTS THEATER KIKKER > Zooming in on loss [20:30] The far-reaching implications of memory loss are pictured in an intimate manner. Video and live sound ensure that the audience can zoom in on the extraordinary details.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Sticky Fingers [20:15] Sticky Fingers’ music is often written with the help of some substances, but that might be why their sound is so unique and different from other indie rock groups.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Celine Cairo [20:30] This Dutch singer-songwriter performed in Carnegie Hall (New York) before she even wrote her first album.

Because she focuses on both electronic and acoustic music, her music appeals to many.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > Black memories [19:30] Can we ever leave colonialism behind while blues is still tearing our hearts apart? Personal stories told through music and dance.

THEATER KIKKER > Zooming in on loss [20:30] See Tue 7.

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XL: Beets-Bennink-Glerum-HermanBaas-Goudsmit [16:00] Four of the Netherlands’ biggest jazz heroes join forces with two guitarists to pay tribute to legendary pianist and composer Misha Mengelberg.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Alvaro Soler [19:45] This Latin-pop singer has had multiple hits in the last few years and has been conquering the Spanish charts.

He’s now back on tour to celebrate his second album ‘Mar de Colores’.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra [20:15] This English swing machine formation will take you back to the time of gramophones and turntables with their old-school sound.

BREWPUB DE KROMME HARING > Any Other [20:30] American indie folk.

EKKO > Folk Road Show [20:30] International folk collective.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Sven Ratzke and Claron McFadden: Groschenblues [20:30] This cabaret duo will put on a show with stark contrasts between light and shadow, reality and illusion.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Jacco Gardner’s Somnium [21:00] This Dutch psychedelic artiste is back with his latest album ‘Somnium’, based on the German book of the same name (by many viewed as the first sci-fi novel). Gardner will take you on a completely instrumental synthesizer trip.

GUIDED TOURS IN FRONT OF THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE > Gilde Utrecht

guided walking tour [11:00 and 14:00] See Sun 5.

13 Monday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Jerusalem

Quartet & Elisabeth Leonskaja [20:00] Russian pianist Elisabeth Leonskaja and the Israeli Jerusalem Quartet join up to play Schumann’s piano quintet.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Dead Can Dance [19:45] Their latest album ‘Dionysus’ is not only inspired by ancient Greek tales of life and immortality, but also by parties and wine.

14 Tuesday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Pynarello

plays Beethoven’s Fourth [20:00] A classical music experience like no other: Pynarello is performing while standing and without sheet music.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Dead Can Dance [19:45] See Mon 13.

15 Wednesday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Dutch Bach

Society conducted by Shunske Sato [20:15] A classical concert that revolves around Bach’s time in Leipzig and the pieces he wrote there.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19:30] See Wed 1.

Exhibitions & Museums Tips

JESSICA SKOWRONECK: LAND OF FOOLS AND LOVERS SANAA Gallery > 11 May to 15 June Solo exhibition by Jessica Skowroneck, who creates forceful work that radiates a great amount of freedom. Pure painting that is all about movement, light and colour.

JOYCE VLAMING: ACT II, 12 PORTRAITS Centraal Museum > until 30 June Utrecht artist Joyce Vlaming incorporates boys and girls of colour in the portraits of the 17th- and 18th-century beau monde of the Netherlands, a period in which slavery still existed.

TIENERTOUR Railway Museum > until 1 September ‘Just another word for freedom’ was the slogan Ns (the Dutch railway company) used for its Tienertour (teenage tour). From 1969 onwards, thousands of teenagers went on an adventure by train without their parents.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > DI-RECT [20:15] One of the Netherlands’ most popular rock bands is back to play its musical arrangements with amazing detail.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > dEUS [20:15] Flemish art rock band dEUS is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its album ‘The Ideal Crash’ and will be playing its greatest hits like ‘Instant Street’ and ‘Sister Dew’ again.

DB’S > King Champion Sounds [20:30] An amalgamation of Dutch and English musicians led by GW Sok, founding member of iconic Dutch punk band The Ex. This band blends krautrock, afro rhythms and punk into a very distinctive and original sound.

PERFORMING ARTS HOFMAN CAFÉ > Utrecht Laughs: Open Mic [20:30] Every third Wednesday of the month, Hofman Café hosts an all English open mic comedy night. The line-up consists of established names and new talent, who will try out their new material.

16 Thursday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Pieces of Tomorrow: Bruckner 4 [21:00] The perfect blend: classical music with a modern, poppy twist. There’s no dress code and you can take your beer inside.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ EKKO > Men I Trust [20:30] This Canadian trio is fast becoming one of the indie revelations of this year.

17 Friday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Free lunch break concert [12:30] Enjoy some free classical music during your lunch break.

PIETERSKERK > Regina! [20:15] Photonen Amsterdam brings vocal music revolving around Maria, with the ‘Concerto per la beata Vergine’ of Vic Nees. Works by Poulenc, Tavener, Von Bingen, and Rachmaninov will also be performed.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Bruckner’s Symphony #4 [20:15] Probably Anton Bruckner’s most accessible symphony, inspired by sounds of nature.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > CAAMP [19:45] These two childhood friends from America are masters of folk songs.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > dEUS [20:15] See Wed 15.

DB’S > Release party: Second Guessing [20:30] Release of ‘Tijd Verdringt’, the first album of Utrecht based posthardcore screamo band. Expect loud guitars, screaming and blast beats.

Support by befriended bands Throwing Bricks, Dooie Mus and Rogue Minor.

EKKO > Cocaine Piss [20:30] An evening of punk/noise.

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18 Saturday CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15:30] See Sat 4.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Out of the Blue [21:00] Perfect for people who are new to classical music: enjoying a classical symphony while drinking some wine.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Saint Agnes [20:30] One of the fastest rising heavy blues-infused rock bands on the UK scene. Led by the charismatic Kitty Arabella Austen and reminiscent of early work of The Kills and The Dead Weather.

EKKO > Ten Fé [20:30] Alternative indie pop band from London.

19 Sunday

guided walking tour [11:00 and 14:00] See Sun 5.

20 Monday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Canada’s

National Arts Centre Orchestra [20:15] Canada’s most prominent cultural centre is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a programme that’s bursting with Canadian and European orchestra music.

21 Tuesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Superb

Soundtracks [20:15] This evening is dedicated to the best film scores, performed by the Noord Nederlands Orkest and Hanna Verboom.

22 Wednesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19:30] See Wed 1.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Dermot Kennedy [20:15] What makes this Irish singersongwriter stand out is the fact that he doesn’t just use guitars and pianos, but also heavy beats, which definitely add some spice.

23 Thursday

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Release party: Ziggy Splynt [20:30] Former Clash of the Titans and Utrecht Popprijs winner Ziggy Splynt releases its new EP, which is full of high energy rock with surprising musical twists.

24 Friday CLASSICAL MUSIC PIETERSKERK > Portuguese

renaissance and folk music [20:15] Chamber choir JIP and The Windsor Consort bring a programme with Portuguese renaissance and folk music.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DE HELLING > The Heavy [20:00] Their hit ‘How You Like Me Now?’ brought them fame, but they have much more great songs to offer, and are a pleasure to see live because of their energetic stage presence.

DB’S > Release party: The Greenman [20:30] EP release by this Utrecht based band. A fine blend of roots rock and pop music.

25 Saturday CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15:30] See Sat 4.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Asko/Schönberg - Andriessen 80! [20:00] Andriessen may well be the most important Dutch composer of his generation.

For his 80th birthday, he’s back on tour, accompanied by films by Jaap Drupsteen, which will be screened during his performance.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Strand Of Oaks [19:45] This American indie rock artiste is a master of multiple genres. His music ranges from intimate folk to hypnotising rock and is always very captivating.

CALENDAR

CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Final Dutch Classical Talent 2019 [14:00] The final of the Dutch Classical Talent competition: four of the most talented young classical musicians of the Netherlands will compete for the award.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Motorpsycho [19:45] Even though this Norwegian group celebrates its 30th birthday this year, their latest concert is all about new music. Psychedelic rock at its best.

DB’S > Shonen Knife [20:30] This all-female Japanese pop punk trio was one of Kurt Cobain’s favourite bands.

Kurt is dead, but Shonen Knife is alive and kicking and embarking on another European tour. Support by Les Robots, a mysterious instrumental rock band clad in robot outfits.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Kaia Kater [20:30] This singer-songwriter has many talents: she’s an amazing banjo player, writes meaningful lyrics and has a magical voice.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Sun Ra Arkestra [20:30] Marshall Allen is still keeping Sun Ra’s legacy alive at 95 years old.

Sun Ra’s influence on impro jazz is still obvious in today’s jazz scene.

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Music Café Tips

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LA LOYE Café Stathe > 25 May This indie folk band creates an intimate atmosphere with its music, in which the personal lyrics of songwriter Lieke Heusinkveld about the fear of growing up and the art of being alone are paramount.

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HOFMAN LIVE: CAR PETS & WALTHER Hofman Café > 30 May Live music for free: Car Pets is an indie rock band from Utrecht and the music of Belgian band Walther sounds like a mix of indie, folk and alternative pop.

OUTDOOR CONCERT: KINSMIT Molen de Ster > 8 June The music of Kinsmit (a.k.a.

Remco Jacobs) is inspired by folk and blues, but he also has a fascination for compositions from the 16th- and 17th-century.

DE HELLING > Doyle Bramhall II [20:15] Son of famous drummer Doyle Bramhall and guitarist of The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Doyle Bramhal II brings you blues rock mixed with some psychedelics and soul.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Robin Borneman [20:15] This Dutch singer-songwriter is most famous for being the frontman of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, but this time he’s going for a more intimate solo tour, reminiscent of artistes like Johnny Cash.

DB’S > Hey Colossus & Workin’ Man Noise Unit [20:30] Two British noise rock bands on the Rocket Recordings label. To be filed under Gnod, Part Chimp and Mogwai. Earplugs recommended.

EKKO > Remy [20:30] Dutch top harpist Remy van Kesteren is exploring is own musical boundaries with his new album ‘Shadows’.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Paulusma [20:30] He’s the ex-singer/guitarist of Daryll-Ann and a CSN&Y-tribute band, but now he’s finally making this own music: indie rock with lots of room for genre-defying melodies.

26 Sunday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Maria Milstein & Natalia Milstein [11:00] These two sisters will take your breath away with their magical violin interplay.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Fastlove: A

Tribute to George Michael [20:15] All of Wham!’s and George Michael’s biggest hits are performed by one of the best tribute bands, accompanied by an amazing group of dancers.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Novo Amor [20:15] Reminiscent of Bon Iver but also Sufjan Stevens, this Welsh singersongwriter is able to make indie folk sound powerful yet vulnerable at the same time.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > Réversible [19:00] They performed at the opening ceremony of the Olympics in Sotsji, and are an incredible sight to watch. The Canadian group 7 Fingers present a show about the generation that didn’t grow up with the internet.

What can we learn from them?

GUIDED TOURS IN FRONT OF THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE > Gilde Utrecht guided walking tour [11:00 and 14:00] See Sun 5.

27 Monday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Conversations with Nick Cave [19:15] A question-andanswer session alternated with requests played by Nick Cave himself.

28 Tuesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > HKU Incubate [20:30] The HKU University of the Arts Utrecht hosts a night presenting new and exciting bands.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > Achterland [19:00] The famous Belgian dance group Rosas, led by Anna Teresa de Keersmaeker, reprises their 1990s show ‘Achterland’, in which she lets musicians play an active part on stage for the first time.

LECTURES UTRECHT UNIVERSITY HALL >

Speaking truth to power [20:00] Eliot Higgins, founder of open source research collective Bellingcat, wants to empower citizens to take control of their own digital life and consciously use technology. How can we apply Bellingcat’s methods to more effectively speak truth to power on a local level?

29 Wednesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19:30] See Wed 1.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Jerry Leger & The Situation [20:15] Rhythm & blues, roots rock, country, folk and rock ‘n roll: Canadian singer-songwriter Jerry Leger can do it all.

DB’S > Open Jam Session [20:30] Your chance to take to the stage, so be sure to bring your own instrument.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Yellowjackets [20:30] Even after forty years the sound of Yellowjackets doesn’t get old. This time, they’re going back to their roots with keys, a saxophone, drums and a bass guitar.

30 Thursday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > 3voor12/Utrecht [20:30] Monthly showcase by the leading music platform 3voor12. Free admission.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > The Como Mamas [20:30] These three ladies are masters of a capella and gospel. On their latest album ‘Move Upstairs’ (2017), some elements of groove and soul were added into the mix, making their tracks truly one of a kind.

31 Friday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Einstein on the Beach & Suzanne Vega [19:00] Singersongwriter Suzanne Vega tells the story of the opera ‘Einstein on the Beach’ through her singing and with the help of live visuals.

PIETERSKERK > This Marriage [20:15] With this concert, the British Renaissance Choir of Hampshire hopes to heal the wounds of Brexit and

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Trump’s populism. The two AngloSaxon world powers have produced some of the most harmonious musical works, such as those of Byrd, Whitacre and Deryck Gerarde.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Alfa Mist [20:15] This young British jazz musician started as a grime and hip hop producer but has made a shift to jazz with touches of soul and hip hop.

DB’S > Big John Bates [20:30] Rockabilly, vaudeville voodoo rock ‘n roll and a spectacular live performance by the founding father of Annihilator, a Canadian thrash metal band.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Shapes of Time [21:00] This duo consists of a violin player and a bass player. This time however, they’re bringing a guitarist and visual artist along with them to bring you a unique mix of sound and visuals inspired by impressionism.

June

1 Saturday

2 Sunday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DE HELLING > Shawn James [20:15] American singer-songwriter and multiinstrumentalist, whose most powerful instrument is his voice.

GUIDED TOURS IN FRONT OF THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE > Gilde Utrecht

guided walking tour [11:00 and 14:00] The guides show you the most beautiful spots of the historic centre. Tours start at 11.00 ( free, 1 hour) and 14.00 (€ 4/8, 1½ hour).

4 Tuesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > HKU Incubate [20:30] The HKU University of the Arts Utrecht hosts a night presenting new and exciting bands.

5 Wednesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DE KARGADOOR > Jazz in the basement [19:30] Utrecht has a real jazz basement, in which you can listen to different styles of jazz and even play along.

MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19:30] Enjoy an evening of free music by up-andcoming local artistes.

6 Thursday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Marcus Miller [20:15] Miller has worked on at least five hundred albums: George Benson, Eric Clapton and Elton John all asked for his help. As a funk, soul and jazz soloist he is now back on tour with his own music.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Wulf [20:30] One of the Netherlands’ most promising singers right now, known for his hits like ‘Mind Made Up’ and his vocals on ‘Summer on You’.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Geike [21:00] This Flemish singer is back with her new single ‘Off Shore’. Her electropop sound is capable of making anyone’s feet tap along.

7 Friday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Free lunch break concert [12:30] Enjoy some free classical music during your lunch break.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Schumann:

Szenen Aus Goethes Faust [20:15] A re-imagining of the tale of Doctor Faust, who sold his soul to the devil for infinite wisdom, sung by an adult choir combined with a children’s choir.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Fantastic Women [20:00] A concert dedicated to female composers brought to you by soprano Bauwien van der Meer and pianist Caecilia Boschman.

8 Saturday CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15:30] See Sat 1.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DE HELLING > Shining [20:15] After three years, this Swedish black metal band is finally back with a European tour and a set list that’s longer than ever. Expect lots of songs on the dark side of humanity and death, as always.

EKKO > Wand [20:30] Their sound is often compared to Radiohead, but this group is more than just a copycat. Lately

they seem to have taken inspiration from psychedelic music and sounds, which really makes them stand out.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Iris Hond plays Einaudi [20:30] Einaudi himself said about Iris Hond: ‘One of the most beautiful performances of my music!’

That makes this neoclassical concert sound even more promising.

9 Sunday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Johan de Meij Symphony [15:00] A concert dedicated to the world of The Lord of the Rings, complete with singing in the Elfish language.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Boppin’ the Rock presents: Jake La Botz [16:00] Blues, country and rockabilly by true blues legend Jake La Botz. Support by Dry Riverbed Trio, a leading Dutch blues trio.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Anderson-

Bennink-Glerum-Van Kemenade [16:00] This jazz quartet has been praised by many for their interesting compositions, big personalities and amazing improvisation skills.

GUIDED TOURS IN FRONT OF THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE > Gilde Utrecht

guided walking tour [11:00 and 14:00] See Sun 2.

12 Wednesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19:30] See Wed 5.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > All hands on deck [19:00] Two top class companies join forces: Scapino Ballet and Wëreldbänd bring out the best in each other in a show full of dance, humour, music and theatre.

14 Friday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ EKKO > Bewilder [20:00] This Utrechtbased band is back with a new album, after taking a short break.

DB’S > Zerodent [20:30] These Australian garage rockers have made it over the pond. Their sound is very reminiscent of early work by Wipers.

15 Saturday CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15:30] See Sat 1.

16 Sunday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Great Singalong Concert [20:00] This concert is all about singing along with the best melodies in opera, like the ones composed by Nabucco, Lohengrin, Aïda and Madame Butterfly.

CALENDAR

CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15:30] Free classical concert with vocal and instrumental music.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Mary Black [20:00] This folk singer has such a powerful and clear voice that she fits right in with all the big names of folk, like Emmylou Harris and Joni Mitchell.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > Fantasio [19:00] Opera Zuid collaborates with Club Guy & Roni’s Poetic Disasters Company to bring a reconstructed version of Offenbach’s opera ‘Fantasio’ to the stage. Sung in French with Dutch subtitles.

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Movie Tips ESCAPE: IN PURSUIT OF SILENCE De Oude Hortus (University Museum) > 10 May From the bustling streets of Mumbai to a Japanese tea ceremony: what is our relationship with silence? And how does noise affect our lives? With an introduction by environmental psychologist Dr Kirsten van den Bosch (RUG).

Hi-Jivers & Lil’ Sal & the Wildtones [16:00] Old school rockabilly from the famous Wild Records label.

GUIDED TOURS IN FRONT OF THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE > Gilde Utrecht guided walking tour [11:00 and 14:00] See Sun 2.

18 Tuesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Alela Diane [19:45] She may be a singer-songwriter, but definitely not the kind you’re expecting. Diane ditches the guitar for a piano and adds elements of indie folk, gospel and some psychedelic influences.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Rhye [20:15] On his second album ‘Blood’ (2018) Rhye continues to develop his sensual RnB sound, but also adds some more upbeat and organic songs.

19 Wednesday

To Kill a Mockingbird

LHC = TIMELESS: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Louis Hartlooper Complex & Springhaver > 2 & 9 June A classic from cinema history about Atticus Finch, a lawyer in the American South in the Depression-era, who defends a black man against an undeserved rape charge and his children against prejudice.

A Late Quarter

’T HOOGT ON TOUR PRESENTS CINEMUZIEK: A LATE QUARTER De Parel van Zuilen > 15 May Members of a worldrenowned string quartet struggle to stay together in the face of death, competing egos and insuppressible lust.

With Philip Seymour Hoffman, Christopher Walken and Catherine Keener.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19:30] See Wed 5.

PERFORMING ARTS HOFMAN CAFÉ > Utrecht Laughs: Open Mic [20:30] Every third Wednesday of the month, Hofman Café hosts an all English open mic comedy night. The line-up consists of established names and new talent, who will try out their new material.

20 Thursday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Dead Brothers [20:30] Selfproclaimed funeral orchestra from the Swiss mountains, best described as an international version of Dutch band De Kift.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Fatal Flowers [20:30] This legendary guitar rock band is back after being on hiatus for more than 25 years. Prestigious music magazine Rolling Stone praised them highly back in the 80s, so go see them now because this may be your last chance to do so.

21 Friday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Free lunch break concert [12:30] Enjoy some free classical music during your lunch break.

PIETERSKERK > Sounds of Estonia [20:15] Cappella Breda brings a programme in which the deep emotions of Estonian composers such as Pärt, Vasks, Tormis and Uusberg resound.

22 Saturday CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15:30] See Sat 1.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Göksel

Yilmaz Ensemble [20:00] A group of international artistes plays music inspired by old Turkish songs, Arabic compositions and Yilmaz’ own pieces mixed with Western styles like jazz and blues.

23 Sunday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Deelder & Van der Lek [16:00] Beautiful ballads and the best of jazz history played in one late afternoon by multiple talented musicians with small poems being recited in between.

DB’S > Scott H. Biram [20:30] With his whiskey drenched voice, old beat-up guitar and colorful stories, Scott H. Biram is one of the true blues performers.

GUIDED TOURS IN FRONT OF THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE > Gilde Utrecht guided walking tour [11:00 and 14:00] See Sun 2.

25 Tuesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Wolfmother [19:45] This Australian rock band is heavily inspired by psychedelic rock, hard rock and stone rock from the 60s and 70s.

DB’S > Uada & Panzerfaust [20:30] An evening of international black metal featuring American band Uada and Canadian band Panzerfaust.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Billy Corgan [20:30] The frontman of rock band Smashing Pumpkins is going on a solo tour to find a closer connection with the audience. His latest solo album ‘Ogilala’ (2017) proved that this veteran shouldn’t be forgotten just yet.

26 Wednesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19:30] See Wed 5.

DB’S > Nashville Pussy [20:30] Iconic southern rock from Atlanta (Georgia).

Their music is a mix of hard rock, punk and country. Lead guitarist Ruyter Suys stands out as one of the best female guitar players of our time.

27 Thursday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > 3voor12/Utrecht [20:30] Monthly showcase by the leading music platform 3voor12. Free admission.

28 Friday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Free lunch break concert [12:30] Enjoy some free classical music during your lunch break.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DE HELLING > The Goddamn Gallows & Koffin Kats [20:15] Expect over-the-top rockabilly and impressive vocals from

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The Goddamn Gallows and a mix of psychobilly and punk from the Koffin Kats during their tour ‘Party Time In The End Times’.

29 Saturday

Movies

CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15:30] See Sat 1.

30 Sunday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Boppin’ the Rock presents:

Kokomo Kings & Mischief! [16:00] Blues, country and rockabilly by Sweden’s number one roots combo Kokomo Kings. Support by local rockabilly favourites Mischief!.

GUIDED TOURS IN FRONT OF THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE > Gilde Utrecht guided walking tour [11:00 and 14:00] See Sun 2.

9 FEBRUARI / 10 JUNI 2019

LOUIS HARTLOOPER COMPLEX FROM 2 MAY > Claire Darling [time tba] It’s the first day of summer in Verderonne, a small village in the Oise.

Claire Darling wakes up convinced to live her last day. She decides to empty her house, a last madness that brings back her daughter Mary, whom she hasn’t seen for twenty years.

FROM 2 MAY > Greta [time tba] A young woman befriends a lonely widow who’s harboring a dark and deadly agenda towards her.

4 MAY > Schindler’s List [15:30] Basedon-truth story of Nazi Czech business man Oskar Schindler, who uses Jewish labor to start a factory in occupied Poland. As World War II progresses and the fate of the Jews becomes more and

FEB 9 / JUNE 10 2019

Iwan Baan Stefan Bleekrode Frank Halmans Carlijn Kingma

Uwe Poth Frank van der Salm Rob Voerman Hans Wilschut

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more clear, Schindler’s motivations switch from profit to human sympathy.

He’s able to save over 1,100 Jews from death in the gas chambers.

5 MAY > LHC = Timeless: Lawrence of Arabia [11:30] The story of T.E. Lawrence, the English officer who successfully united and led the diverse, often warring, Arab tribes during World War I in order to fight the Turks.

12 MAY > Language no problem: Le Grand Bain [time tba] It is in the corridors of their municipal swimming pool that Bertrand, Marcus, Simon, Laurent, Thierry and the others train under the relative authority of Delphine, former glory of the basins.

They will put all their energy into a discipline previously owned by women: synchronized swimming. With English subtitles.

19 MAY > LHC = Timeless: Dr Strangelove [11:30] An insane general triggers a path to nuclear holocaust that a War Room full of politicians and generals frantically tries to stop.

26 MAY > Language no problem: Le Grand Bain [time tba] See 12 May. FROM 30 MAY > Rocketman [time tba] A musical fantasy about the uncensored human story of Elton John’s breakthrough years.

2 JUN > LHC = Timeless: To Kill A Mockingbird [11:30] Atticus Finch, a lawyer in the Depression-era South, defends a black man against an undeserved rape charge, and his children against prejudice.

9 JUN > Language no problem: title to be announced [time tba] International art house film with English subtitles.

16 JUN > LHC = Timeless: Rebel Without A Cause [11:30] A rebellious young man with a troubled past comes to a new town, finding friends and enemies.

23 JUN > Language no problem: title to be announced [time tba] See 9 Jun. OUDE HORTUS (UTRECHT UNIVERSITY MUSEUM) 10 MAY > Escape: In Pursuit of Silence [21:15] This film takes you on a journey around the globe in search for silence: from the bustling streets of Mumbai to a Japanese tea ceremony. What is our relationship with silence? And how does noise affect our lives? With an introduction by environmental psychologist Dr Kirsten van den Bosch.

17 MAY > Escape: Into the Wild [21:30] The idea of leaving everything behind to pursue a life in the wild appeals to many. Where does our fascination for wild nature come from? With an introduction by environmental philosopher Dr Martin Drenthen.

24 MAY > Lo and Behold [21:45] A life without the internet has become unimaginable. In this documentary

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DE PAREL VAN ZUILEN 15 MAY > ’t Hoogt on Tour presents

CineMuziek: A Late Quartet [20:15] Members of a world-renowned string quartet struggle to stay together in the face of death, competing egos and insuppressible lust. With Philip Seymour Hoffman, Christopher Walken and Catherine Keener.

SPRINGHAVER 8 MAY > Language no problem: Le Grand Bain [time tba] It is in the corridors of their municipal swimming pool that Bertrand, Marcus, Simon, Laurent, Thierry and the others train under the relative authority of Delphine, former glory of the basins.

They will put all their energy into a discipline previously owned by women: synchronized swimming. With English subtitles.

12 MAY > LHC = Timeless: Lawrence of Arabia [11:30] The story of T.E. Lawrence, the English officer who successfully united and led the diverse, often warring, Arab tribes during World War I in order to fight the Turks.

22 MAY > Language no problem: Le Grand Bain [time tba] See 8 May. 26 MAY > LHC = Timeless: Dr Strangelove [11:30] An insane general triggers a path to nuclear holocaust that a War Room full of politicians and generals frantically tries to stop.

5 JUN > Language no problem: title to be announced [time tba] International art house film with English subtitles.

9 JUN > LHC = Timeless: To Kill A Mockingbird [11:30] Atticus Finch, a lawyer in the Depression-era South, defends a black man against an undeserved rape charge, and his children against prejudice.

19 JUN > Language no problem: title to be announced [time tba] See 5 Jun. 23 JUN > LHC = Timeless: Rebel Without A Cause [11:30] A rebellious young man with a troubled past comes to a new town, finding friends and enemies.

UTRECHT CITY FROM 9 MAY > The Asphalt Jungle [time tba] A major heist goes off as planned, until bad luck and double crosses cause everything to unravel.

FROM 6 JUN > Rear Window [time tba] A wheelchair-bound photographer spies on his neighbours from his apartment window and becomes convinced one of them has committed murder.

All movies listed are screened in the original version with Dutch subtitles, unless otherwise stated.

Various Tips

UTRECHT LAUGHS Hofman Café > 15 May & 19 June Every Wednesday night, Hofman Café hosts an open mic evening. Six to eight stand-up comedians will take to the stage to try-out some new material.

TROPICAL BUTTERFLY FESTIVAL Botanic Gardens Utrecht > from 1 June Check out the beautiful tropical butterflies in the glass house of the Botanic Gardens Utrecht in Utrecht Science Park.

POULES ET BOULES Molen de Ster > 8 June Head to the courtyard of this traditional saw mill for an afternoon of jeu de boules, roast chicken, some cheese and sausage and a few bottles of pastis.

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Festivals & Events

ROMAN FESTIVAL - 1 - 12 MAY CASTELLUM HOGE WOERD > [various times] Learn more about life in Roman times. For example, you can train to be a Roman soldier dressed in a tunic with a sword and shield.

REMEMBRANCE DAY – 4 MAY VARIOUS LOCATIONS > [20:00] On 4 May, the Dutch observe a two-minute silence to commemorate everyone who died in World War II and subsequent war situations.

BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL UTRECHT – 5 MAY PARK TRANSWIJK > [12:00] Celebrate freedom with live performances by various musicians and bands.

FONTEYN FESTIVAL – 10, 11 AND 12 MAY JANSKERKHOF > [various times] Wine festival with food and live performances.

LEKKER IN HET PARK – 10, 11 AND 12 MAY MÁXIMA PARK > [various times] Food festival in Leidsche Rijn district with live music and theatre.

GEHEIME LIEFDE – 11 MAY FORT BIJ VECHTEN > [12:00] New musical talent in the old bunkers, disused tunnels and hidden fields in and around Fort bij Vechten. The programme is a secret, just like the rest of the festival.

NATIONALE MOLENDAG – 11 MAY MOLEN DE STER > [10:00] Let the guides tell you everything about Molen de Ster, a traditional saw mill in Lombok district.

SPRING PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL – 16 - 25 MAY VARIOUS LOCATIONS > [various times] The seventh edition this festival will be introducing audiences to radical international contemporary performing arts with experimental theatre, daring dance and a wide range of crossovers.

CENTRAL PARK FESTIVAL – 25 MAY STRIJKVIERTEL > [14:00] The ultimate spring day in the park with artisan beer, wine and music. With performances by The Kaiser Chiefs, Racoon and Di-Rect.

THOMAS WEEKEND – 30 MAY - 2 JUN RAILWAY MUSEUM > [10:00] This weekend is all about Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends from the eponymous TV series.

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Exhibitions & Museums

CASCO ART INSTITUTE UNTIL 12 MAY > Two Rubatos & Footnotes on Equality Two Rubatos is an experimental solo exhibition by multimedia artist and DJ Terre Thaemlitz, who focuses on sound.

Footnotes on Equality is a collective exhibition in which art meets academic research.

CATHARIJNE CONVENT MUSEUM PERMANENT > Museum collection Get an insight into the Christian art and cultural history of the Netherlands and its influence on Dutch society.

PERMANENT > Rembrandt and the Golden Age Meet Rembrandt’s predecessors, followers and contemporaries through 16th- and 17th-century masterpieces from the museum’s collection of bible paintings.

UNTIL 10 JUN > De Münster Domschat Dazzling riches have been preserved in Münster Cathedral for centuries. These treasures have survived, unscathed by war, disaster and iconoclasm, and now, for the first time in history, are leaving the cathedral treasury and bringing their radiance to Catharijne Convent Museum.

CENTRAAL MUSEUM PERMANENT > Lights on Wood Interactive lighting installation on the Utrecht Ship.

PERMANENT > Rietveld and Van Baaren collection The French and Dutch paintings from the Van Baaren collection are juxtaposed with furniture pieces by Gerrit Rietveld.

PERMANENT > The World of Utrecht This exhibition is as wide-ranging as the title suggests. It not only draws liberally from the museum’s extensive collection, but the exhibition themes date back to the start of the Common Era and stretch all around the world.

All disciplines rub shoulders in this exhibition: modern art, city history, fashion and costumes, old art and applied arts.

PERMANENT > Studio Dick Bruna The studio of Dick Bruna (the creator of Miffy) has been moved from its location in Utrecht’s inner city to Centraal Museum. The studio now has a permanent place on the top floor of the museum, which exudes the same atmosphere as Bruna’s studio.

UNTIL 30 JUN > Joyce Vlaming: Act II, 12 Portraits Utrecht artist Joyce Vlaming incorporates boys and girls of colour in the portraits of the 17th- and 18th-century beau monde of the Netherlands, a period in which slavery still existed.

UNTIL 30 JUN > MOED: What is left unseen The museum has teamed up with the Museum of Equality and Difference (MOED), resulting in an exhibition that exposes the white male gaze from different perspectives.

How does one critically engage with dominant accounts of history? How can we envisage new ways of seeing and visualising in the museum?

UNTIL 1 SEP > Jessica Stockholder: Stuff Matters Stockholder combines all sorts of everyday items to form a colourful, overwhelming composition.

In this way, she aims to disrupt our view of the items and materials that surround us on a daily basis.

DOM CHURCH PERMANENT > Visit the church The cathedral is open to the public 7 days a week.

PERMANENT > Dutch Museum Churches Discover the hidden treasures of the Dom Church with an English audio tour.

DOM TOWER PERMANENT > Tour of the Dom Climb the 465 steps of the Dom Tower and learn everything about its history.

DOMUNDER PERMANENT > Secrets of Domplein Discover 2,000 years of history underneath the Domplein square.

Explore the archaeological findings, dating back to the Roman Castellum ‘Trajectum’, with an interactive flashlight.

EXBOOT WEDNESDAYS TILL SUNDAYS > Monthly changing exhibition This exhibition space used to be a boat for window prostitution. Every month, the boat is filled with new art, performances and installations by upcoming talents. Free admission.

5 MAY – 26 MAY Rosa Saker (Pink Things) Gert Wessels is an artist who seeks the boundary between functionality and form in everyday objects. With this project, he investigates the similarities and differences in these objects on the basis of various elements and turns them into a new shape of their own.

EXBUNKER SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS > Monthlychanging exhibition Former WWII bunker, now filled with new art, performances, installations and other expressions made by up-and-coming talent. Free admission.

4 MAY – 26 MAY Equanimity This exhibition by artist Emilio Timp (1993)

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TROPICAL BUTTERFLY FESTIVAL – FROM 1 JUN UTRECHT BOTANIC GARDENS > [10:00] Everyone is welcome to visit the beautiful tropical butterflies in the butterfly glass house.

UTRECHT CANAL PRIDE – 1 JUN OUDEGRACHT > [14:00] The world-wide annual ‘Pride Month’, which features all kinds of LGBTQ+ events, will kick off in our city with the Utrecht Canal Pride, a floating parade of boats through Oudegracht.

SUMMER SUNDAYS – FROM 2 JUN PODIUM HOGE WOERD > [time tba] This summer you can enjoy Summer Sundays (Zomerse Zondagen) on the outdoor stage of Podium Hoge Woerd.

Lay down on the grass and enjoy music and family shows for free on the courtyard. On several Sundays, ZIMIHC presents the mini music festival A Lazy Sunday Afternoon.

TREK – 6 – 10 JUN GRIFTPARK > [time tba] Food and drink accompany theatre and music performances.

GIN FESTIVAL – 7 AND 8 JUN FORMER WOLVENPLEIN PRISON > [time tba] A festival that revolves around gin, tonic, jenever and vermouth. Cheers!

KERMIS DE KLOP – 9 AND 10 JUN FORT AAN DE KLOP > [11:00] Festival for the whole family with workshops for kids, a merry-go-round, live music and food.

FESTIVAL TWEETAKT – UNTIL 16 JUN FORT RUIGENHOEK > [11:00] In Groenekan, just north of Overvecht district, Tweetakt presents an exhibition with visual art for all ages.

In all the nooks and crannies of the green fort you will find large sculptures, interactive installations, video art and games, made by renowned artists and young talents, can be found.

CHURCH NIGHT UTRECHT – 21 - 23 JUN VARIOUS LOCATIONS > [various times] Showing visitors the lighter side of the church with activities such as classical and pop concerts and a multicultural choir festival.

MIDZOMERGRACHT FESTIVAL – 21 - 29 JUN VARIOUS LOCATIONS > [various times] Sexual and gender diversity is celebrated with debates, theatre shows, lectures, parties, the spoken word, queer performances and an extensive film programme.

OPEN GARDENS DAY – 29 JUN VARIOUS LOCATIONS > [10:00] About fifty private gardens and courtyard gardens in the city centre, most of which are normally not accessible, open their gates to the public.

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FOTODOK UNTIL 12 MAY > Meteorologica: Observations Marica Kolcheva attempts to envision alternative futures by visualising the world of meteorology as a set of psychological questions, social and scientific practices, all of great importance to the time we live in.

DE HAAR CASTLE 1 MAY – 30 JUN > Visit De Haar Castle De Haar Castle is the biggest and most luxurious castle in The Netherlands.

A visit will take you back to the glory days of the castle and will show you the splendour that surrounded the international rich and famous in the early 20th century.

UNTIL 29 SEP > Bon Voyage! Greetings from the golden age of travel Baron Etienne van Zuylen and Baroness Hélène de Rothschild allow visitors a glimpse of their travel history and take you back to the glorious days when travel was the ultimate form of luxury.

KUNSTLIEFDE 11 MAY – 2 JUN > Nieuwe Liefde 19 Exhibition of the art works of new members of the gallery.

KUUB 5 MAY – 16 JUN > Ria van Eyk: Reminiscence Solo exhibition by Dutch artist Van Eyk with paintings, drawings and collages.

FROM 23 JUN > Travel time Exhibition with works by Dutch artists Jan Radersma and Tjitske Boersma.

MOLEN DE STER EVERY SATURDAY > Visit the mill This mill in the Lombok district is a traditional working sawmill. The volunteers put the mill into action and explain its history. Free admission.

MUSEUM HOGE WOERD PERMANENT > Visit the castellum Discover everything about Castellum Hoge Woerd, a contemporary reconstruction of the Roman fortress that once stood here.

MUSEUM SPEELKLOK PERMANENT > The musical tour This tour takes you to the wonderful world of self-playing musical instruments, surprising you with cheerful tunes emanating from all corners of the museum.

EVERY TUE TO SUN > Musical tour with live music Tour that will take you through the wonderful world of self-playing musical instruments. Let yourself be surprised by the cheerful tunes from all corners of the museum.

NEDERLANDS VOLKSBUURTMUSEUM PERMANENT > Museum collection The Dutch museum of backstreets and working class neighbourhoods will show you the two hundred year-history

of the day-to-day life of the man in the street.

QUINTESSENS GALLERY 12 MAY – 9 JUN > Jackie Sleper: Tête Rouge Sculptor Sleper is a master in (re)discovering beauty. In her series of sculptures, she shows how people really are in an imaginative and often humorous way.

RAILWAY MUSEUM PERMANENT > Trains over time Visit the completely renewed museum hall and watch the historical trains bring railway history to life.

PERMANENT > Loaded trains Exhibition about the deportation of Jews by train during World War II. UNTIL 1 SEP > Teenage tour ‘Just another word for freedom’ was used

by NS (the Dutch railway company) as the signature statement of Tienertour (Teenage tour). From 1969 onwards, thousands of teenagers went on an adventure by train without parents.

The Railway Museum tells their stories in a special exhibition.

RAUM 1 MAY – 30 JUN > RAUM Exhibitions Come and visit the biggest playground for design, art and technology in Utrecht. You’ll discover amazing art objects and installations built on the biggest town square of Utrecht.

UNTIL 13 JUL > De Angstfabriek Try to imagine a place where all our worst fears are generated. What would it look like? In this thought experiment, you see how we are hijacked by social anxiety on a daily basis and who suffers the most, but also how we can defend ourselves from the constant dose of fear we are administered.

RIETVELD SCHÖDERHUIS WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY > Visit the Rietveld Schröderhuis Utrecht architect Gerrit Rietveld designed this whole building along the lines of the Dutch artistic movement De Stijl, known for its geometric shapes and primary colours. Reservation is compulsory.

SALON VAN WELEER PERMANENT > Salon van Weleer Visit the Salon van Weleer for the Tearoom of Yesteryear (a unique Salon, live games Scriptorium, Purgatorium and Reliquiarium.

SANAA GALLERY UNTIL 5 MAY > Solo exhibition Jouni Toni Finnish artist Jouni Toni’s paintings consist of clearly demarcated colour fields. The lack of shadow makes them look almost abstract but their form remains recognizable.

11 MAY – 15 JUN > Jessica Skowroneck: Land of fools and lovers Jessica Skowroneck creates forceful work that radiates a great degree of freedom. Pure painting that is all about movement, light and colour.

SLOT ZUYLEN SATURDAY AND SUNDAY > Visit Slot Zuylen This castle is situated on the river Vecht in the tiny village of OudZuilen near Utrecht, The Netherlands.

Whilst retaining many of its medieval castle-like features it was converted into a country mansion in the 18th century.

SONNENBORGH MUSEUM & OBSERVATORY PERMANENT > Bringing far away close

by Climb the stairs to the observatory and wonder at the starry heavens.

Learn all about the stars in de sky and the weather in one of our exhibitions, tours or lectures. Or take a virtual journey through the universe in the planetarium.

HET UTRECHTS ARCHIEF PERMANENT > 2,000 years of Utrecht Free exhibition to learn more about the history of Utrecht.

PERMANENT > Virtual carriage ride Imagine yourself in 18th-century Utrecht by taking a virtual carriage ride.

PERMANENT > Hot off the press Permanent exhibition with a selection of press photos from the 1950s of the local newspaper ‘Utrechts Nieuwsblad’.

UTRECHT UNIVERSITY MUSEUM PERMANENT > Oude Hortus Beautiful garden in the middle of the city centre.

Relax and enjoy the surroundings, or have a cup of coffee or lunch in Café Ginkgo, from where you have a great view of the garden.

Kids

EXHIBITIONS, MUSEUMS AND OTHER ACTIVITIES MIFFY MUSEUM > Step into the world

of Miffy and her friends [permanent] Ten rooms, each dedicated to a different subject, invite young children to discover the world around them step by step.

MOLEN DE STER > Arts and crafts club (6+) [every Wednesday from 14:30 to 16:30] The Arts and crafts club in Molen de Ster is an opportunity to make crazy, bizarre, beautiful and impossible artworks.

MUSEUM HOGE WOERD >

ArcheoHotspot [every Wednesday-, Thursday, Friday- and Saturday afternoon from 12:00 to 16:00]

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Archaeology comes to life in Museum Hoge Woerd. Contribute to the ongoing research by helping the (voluntary) archaeologists.

RAILWAY MUSEUM > Tech lab (6+) [permanent] How does a train get electric power? And how does a train brake? The Tech lab answers many of these questions. Find out how everything works yourself by doing all kinds of experiments.

SONNENBORGH MUSEUM & OBSERVATORY > Bringing far away close by [permanent] Climb the stairs to the observatory and wonder at the starry heavens. Learn all about the stars in de sky and the weather in one of our exhibitions, tours or lectures. Or take a virtual journey through the universe in the planetarium.

UTRECHT UNIVERSITY MUSEUM > Down to the bone [permanent] At first sight, humans look very different from sharks, crocodiles or horses. How are humans and animals similar, and how do they differ?

UTRECHT UNIVERSITY MUSEUM > FungiLAB [permanent] Visit the brandnew FungiLAB to recreate a fungus or become world famous by discovering a new fungus in your own backyard.

UTRECHT UNIVERSITY MUSEUM > Youth Lab [permanent] Put on a lab coat and carry out experiments to discover more about your sense of sight, touch, hearing, smell and taste.

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Must-sees & must-dos For more tourist information, must-sees, and must-dos in Utrecht, go to visit-utrecht.com

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Visitor information TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE >

At the foot of the Dom Tower, you will find the Tourist Information Centre. They are happy to help you book your accommodation, tickets and tours, and tell you about all the things you can do in and around Utrecht. Also make sure to check out the store, where you can buy all kinds of souvenirs. > Open daily from 11.00 to 17.00, Domplein 9

THE U-OV DAY TICKET > The U-OV day ticket (Dagkaart) is ideal for travelling to various places in the municipality of Utrecht, including Leidsche Rijn and Haarzuilens. It is valid for one day (€ 6), 3 days (€ 11.50), or 5 days (€ 16). Buy your ticket at the U-OV Service Store in the main hall of Utrecht Central Station (trains). Children up to the age of 4 can travel for free on U-OV buses and trams.

OV-CHIP CARD (OV-CHIPKAART) >

Looking for a present?

Visit the store in the Tourist Information Centre for all kinds of Utrecht presents.

Getting around UTRECHT REGION PASS > In

addition to providing access to the entire public transport system in the Netherlands, the Utrecht Region Pass enables you to travel to most places of interest within the province. You can book the travel pass online, collect it when you arrive in town and start travelling straight away. utrechtregionpass.com

The OV-chip card (OV-chipkaart) is a public transport card which is accepted by all operators in the Utrecht region. You can buy an anonymous OV-chip card for € 7.50 at the ticket vending machines at Utrecht Central Station or at the U-OV Service Stores in the main hall of the station. Please ensure you have enough credit on your OV-chip card before you travel and remember to always check-in and -out on the bus, train and tram platform using the OV-chip card.

BICYCLE RENTAL > Cycling is the

easiest and fastest way for getting around town. There are several bike rental spots in the city centre. Most bikes cost around € 10 per day (excl. deposit).

WiFi Utrecht has free public WiFi in the city centre. Also, most bars and restaurant have public WiFi. Just ask for the password.

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1 De Keuken van Thijs Biltstraat 41 2 Loft88 Biltsestraatweg 88 3 Park Bloeyendaal 4 De Zilveren Schaats 5 District Jan van Scorelstraat 1 6 Rietveld Schröderhuis Prins Hendriklaan 50 7 Noen Jan van Scorelstraat 8 8 Van Oost Pastabar Jan van Scorelstraat 33 9 Parkcafé Buiten Prins Hendriklaan 2 10 IJssalon Vorst Prins Hendriklaan 6 11 Wilhelmina Park 12 EXbunker Wilhelminapark 24A 13 Hinkelman Burgemeester Reigerstraat 63 14 Hooi Burgemeester Reigerstraat 25 15 Broodnodig op ’t Spoor Wagenstraat 50 16 Zinin Burgemeester Reigerstraat 11 17 Railway Museum Maliebaan Station 18 Oosterspoorbaan Park 19 Orloff aan de Kade Oosterkade 18 20 Broei Oosterkade 24 1 De Angstfabriek Berlijnplein 520 2 Kermis de Klop 1e Polderweg 4 3 Trek Festival Grift Park 4 Podium Hoge Woerd Hoge Woerdplein 1, Leidsche Rijn 5 Bevrijdingsdag Park Transwijk 6 Louis Hartlooper Complex Tolsteegbrug 1

7 Springhaver Springweg 50 8 De Oude Hortus A Lange Nieuwstraat 106 m s 9 Utrecht City t e r d am Voorstraat 89 se st 10 TivoliVredenburg ra at Vredenburg­kade 11 w eg 11 dB’s CAB-Rondom 100 12 EKKO Bemuurde Weerd WZ 3 13 Stadsschouwburg Utrecht Lucasbolwerk 24 14 Castellum Hoge Woerd Hoge Woerdplein 1, Leidsche Rijn 15 Brede School Het Zand Pauwoogvlinder 20, Vleu tense Leidsche Rijn w e g 16 Centraal Museum Agnietenstraat 1 17 De Haar Castle Kasteellaan 1, Haarzuilens 18 Theater Kikker Ganzenmarkt 14 1 No Vintage Phobia Willemstraat 57 2 Sisters Oudegracht 224 3 Vintage Fashion Wagenstraat 28 4 Episode Oudegracht 206 5 Roxy 79 Vintage Nachtegaalstraat 36 1 Maximus Brewery Pratumplaats 2A, Leidsche Rijn 2 Oproer CAB-Rondom 90A 3 De Kromme Haring Europalaan 2C 4 Werkspoorcafé De Leckere Tractieweg 43 5 Oudaen Urban Brewery Oudegracht 99

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Check out online ACU www.acu.nl A Lazy Sunday Afternoon www.zimihc.nl De Angstfabriek www.angstfabriek.nl Bevrijdingsfestival Utrecht www.bevrijdingsfestivalutrecht.nl Botanic Gardens Utrecht www.uu.nl/en/utrecht-botanicgardens Brewpub De Kromme Haring www.dekrommeharing.nl Café Stathe www.stathe.nl.

Casco Art Institute www.casco.art Catharijne Convent Museum www.catharijneconvent.nl/english Central Park Festival www.centralparkfestival.nl Centraal Museum www.centraalmuseum.nl Church Night Utrecht www.kerkennachtutrecht.nl dB’s www.dbstudio.nl/en Dom Church www.domkerk.nl Dom Tower (VVV Tourist Info) www.domtoren.nl/en DOMunder www.domunder.com/en EKKO www.ekko.nl EXboot www.exboot.nl EXbunker www.exbunker.nl Festival Tweetakt www.tweetakt.nl Fonteyn Festival www.fonteynfestival.nl FOTODOK www.fotodok.org Geheime Liefde www.geheimeliefde.nl Gilde Utrecht www.gildeutrecht.nl/english Gin Festival ww.ginfestival.nl De Haar Castle www.kasteeldehaar.nl/english De Helling www.dehelling.nl

Hofman Café www.hofman-cafe.nl ’t Hoogt www.hoogt.nl IMPAKT Center for Media Culture www.impakt.nl/headquarters De Kargadoor www.kargadoor.nl Kermis de Klop www.kermisdeklop.nl Kinepolis/Utrecht City www.kinepolis.nl Kunstliefde www.kunstliefde.nl KuuB www.kunstruimtekuub.nl Lekker in het Park www.lekkerinhetpark.nl Louis Hartlooper Complex www.hartlooper.nl/en Midzomergracht Festival www.midzomergracht.nl Miffy Museum www.nijntjemuseum.nl Moira www.moira-utrecht.nl Molen de Ster www.molendester.nu Museum Hoge Woerd (Leidsche Rijn) www.museumhogewoerd.nl Museum Speelklok www.museumspeelklok.nl Nationale Molendag www.molens.nl/nationalemolendag Nederlands Volksbuurtmuseum www.volksbuurtmuseum.nl/visitorinformation De Nijverheid www.denijverheid.com Open Gardens Day www. opentuinendagutrecht.nl De Oude Hortus (University Museum) www.universiteitsmuseum.nl/ english/museum-garden De Parel van Zuilen www.deparelvanzuilen.nl Pieterskerk www.pieterskerkconcerten.nl Podium Hoge Woerd (Leidsche Rijn) www.podiumhogewoerd.nl Quintessens Gallery www.galeriequintessens.nl

Railway Museum www.spoorwegmuseum.nl RAUM www.raumutrecht.nl Rietveld Schröderhuis www.centraalmuseum.nl/en/visit/ locations/rietveld-schroder-house Salon van Weleer www.salonvanweleer.nl Sanaa www.galeriesanaa.nl Slot Zuylen www.slotzuylen.nl/english Sonnenborgh Museum & Observatory ww.sonnenborgh.nl/english Springhaver www.springhaver.nl/en SPRING Performing Arts Festival www.springutrecht.nl Stadsschouwburg Utrecht www.stadsschouwburg-utrecht.nl Summer Sundays www.podiumhogewoerd.nl Theater Kikker www.theaterkikker.nl TivoliVredenburg www.tivolivredenburg.nl Tourist Information Centre www.visit-utrecht.com TREK Festival www.festival-trek.nl Het Utrechts Archief www.hetutrechtsarchief.nl Utrecht Botanic Gardens www.uu.nl/en/utrecht-botanicgardens Utrecht Canal Pride www.utrechtcanalpride.nl Utrecht University Hall www.uu.nl/en/organisation/ utrecht-university-hall Utrecht University Museum www.universiteitsmuseum.nl/ english

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IN THE MIDDLE OF THE LIVELY LOMBOK DISTRICT, YOU’LL FIND THE ANTHONY: A HOTEL WITH LUXURY LOFTS IN A RENOVATED CONGREGATION HALL, AND OVER SIXTY SUITES IN THE FORMER ST ANTHONY’S MONASTERY. BUILT FOR COMFORT

© Maarten Willemstein

THE ANTHONY

You’ll find everything you could possibly need in this boutique hotel opposite St Anthony’s Church (hence the name). The beautifully furnished lofts have a seating area, fully equipped kitchen, dining table and en suite bathroom. The suites (without kitchen) in the former monastery were all built for comfort. And you can eat and drink there too: there’s a trendy bar on the ground floor and a restaurant boasting a terrace with views of the authentic cloister gardens. If you want to splash out, book a Penthouse Loft or Penthouse Deluxe on the top floor, which have an outdoor terrace so that you can relax after a busy day exploring the city.

> The Anthony Kanaalstraat 197 theanthony.nl

Visit Museum Catharijneconvent and admire paintings by the masters Rembrandt, Jan Steen and their contemporaries from the Golden Age. Wander the halls of a medieval monastery and be enchanted by the most beautiful collection of medieval art in the Netherlands. Marvel at the glittering gold and silver in the Treasury and visit our unique temporary exhibitions.

Only a 5-minute walk from the Dom Tower: Museum Catharijneconvent Lange Nieuwstraat 38 3512 PH Utrecht

www.catharijneconvent.nl