Learning, living and enlivening
Voilà! Here is the September edition of Eindless, in which we look ahead to a cracking, promising cultural season. Theatres, museums and concert halls in Eindhoven, Helmond and the surrounding area again open their doors for inspiring performances, events, concerts and exhibitions. Makers show their discoveries and 80 years of liberation is celebrated.
For students, the month of September not only marks the start of a new academic year, but also a period of new encounters and personal growth. Whether you study at Fontys, TU/e, SUMMA, Strabrecht or Pius X College or follow Practical Education, it is a time full of discoveries and possibilities. Eindless invites you to broaden your horizons. Our Brainport region excels in technological innovation, it also has a rich nightlife and cultural scene. From festivals and exhibitions to intimate theatre performances, these are highlights that offer relaxation and form a valuable addition to your studies. When I was a student, I loved going to the theatre or the cinema: they were trips that stimulated me to think creatively, broadened my world and somehow also provided balance to an intensive student life. You will certainly find something to your liking. But this new season also offers ‘ordinary’ residents, new or established, the opportunity to reconnect with the art and heritage world around us, which presents itself to us like a pantry: richly sorted and well-stocked.
Let us give the stages, galleries and rooms our presence and enthusiasm and thus enliven our co-existence. We are also increasingly seeing inclusive and connecting initiatives that bring communities closer together, and we are also paying attention to this in this edition of Eindless. We hope that Eindless inspires you to see the connections between learning and living, innovation and culture, and the communities within the Brainport Region. Let us also discover, grow and celebrate together in the coming season. Enjoy reading and have a fantastic new season!
Lidy Lathouwers
Publisher/editor-in-chief Eindless magazine
COLOFON September 2024
Eindless magazine is published by the Uit in Eindhoven Foundation.
Editing & publication Claire van der Elst, Yukiko Funakoshi, Ailén Gamberoni, Mathilde Lageman, Moniek Louwers, Nikita van Vugt Magazine Management and Editor-in-Chief Lidy Lathouwers
Translations Duncan Hollands, STE Languages Photography Eddie Mol, Willem Wouterse Design & layout Irene Pijnenburg, Zoubida Tulkens, Plan C
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Contents
Brainporter: wethouder Rik Thijs
Embrace the green revolution
Hip & Happening
News from the region
Reeta Balakrishnan-Weber
Ensures a soft landing in expat education
Column
Mathilde Lageman
Uitagenda Eindhoven
Everything you don’t want to miss
Corso & Cultuur
Flower parade & liberation party Valkenswaard
Step out of your bubble
Art for Ukraine by Anne & Carla in Strijp. Ft. Do it Yourself by Ineke Hurkmans
World flavours
Bobotie on the braai - Happy Heritage Day
Glimpse of life
Willem Wouterse & Ankita Mukherjee
On Regio Radar
Highlights September in Brainport
Cover The 3D-printed interactive Synapse dress, by Anouk Wipprecht, can sense & display the mood of the wearer. © Martijn Cruyff for Maker Days Eindhoven. See also page 15.
Green city = social city
Brainporter: Rik Thijs
As one of the greenest cities in our country, Eindhoven has beautiful parks on its outskirts, such as the Genneper Parken, Dommelvallei, the Wielewaal and Philips de Jonghpark. The Brainport region also has a lot of greenery, such as De Groote Heide and Van Gogh National Park. Alderman for climate and energy, land and greening in Eindhoven, Rik Thijs advocates a revolution of green and growth.
‘Green is important. It provides a pleasant living environment for people and animals. Green provides cooling during hot days, collects water during heavy rainfall and offers space for relaxation. People feel better in a green environment, we can no longer do without it. If more homes are built in the city centre and Brainport continues to grow, we will have to create even more greenery. Because even though there is already a lot of it in our city, it is not enough. People want to be able to enjoy greenery up close, also in the city centre. In recent years we have seen that the summers are getting warmer and that it can almost reach 40 degrees here. And this year we all experienced that the heavy rainfall that seemed to have no end. What are we going to do? I will take you with me.
In a few years…
… you will walk from a green city centre with at least 50 trees to a green Clausplein to sit on a bench under the trees. You will have a drink on a green Wilhelminaplein and then relax in Victoriapark where the river De Gender flows. Or you can walk along a green Dommel through the city. People who come to live, shop or work in the city centre can always enjoy greenery nearby.
… Eindhoven residents and people from the Brainport municipalities visit the Wielewaal. A gigantic valuable park that was privately owned for a hundred years by Frits Philips, among others. In 2022 we, as a municipality, purchased the De Wielewaal estate, and in 2025 we hope to open it to the public. Research has already shown that the park improves people’s health.
… the public space in neighbourhoods has been significantly greened with flowerbeds and newly planted trees. As a municipality, we are going to focus on this, where possible together with residents. More greenery in the neighbourhood increases the quality of life and strengthens social cohesion. For us, a green city is the same as a social city!
This is what the municipality can do, but everyone can contribute to a greener and futureproof Brainport. It’s very simple: remove paving slabs from your garden and replace them with plants, opt for a green roof or facade or create a facade garden. How great would it be if we all embraced this green revolution?
They can’t talk, but I am sure that all the birds, insects and small animals in our city would say: Thank you!’
De Wielewaal Estate
The purchase of the Eindhoven estate De Wielewaal has proven to be a valuable investment, as shown by a joint study by CBS, RIVM and the Foundation for Sustainable Development. The estate, once owned by Frits Philips, yields €3.8 million in social benefits annually, such as lower healthcare costs and more recreational opportunities. From 2025, De Wielewaal will be partially accessible to the public.
€20 million for regional projects
In 2024 the Eindhoven Metropolitan Region has been allocated €20 million as part of the latest Regional Deal. This funding is intended for the ‘At home in Brainport’ programme, which includes seven projects that focus on social challenges in the Region.
These projects include Kunsthal Helmond, De Berkenschutse, the Kempenmuseum, Urban Sports & Culture, Brainport Libraries, Inclusive work within the circular economy, and the greening of the Helmond Stationskwartier. Since 2018, the Brainport Eindhoven Regional Deal has been investing in the broad prosperity of the region. There are three pillars: improving the level of facilities, attracting and retaining talent, and stimulating social innovations. With an investment of €130 million from the Government and €240 million from the Region itself, projects can be used to work on a stronger economic and social position of the Brainport Eindhoven region.
Met de campagne Stop de Stilte vraagt Stichting Springplank aandacht voor de daklozenproblematiek. Heb je de posters van Stop de stilte al gespot op Strijp-S? En heb je ze dan ook écht bekeken en begrepen wat ze zeggen? Volg #stopdestilte op Instagram, LinkedIn en Tiktok en blijf op de hoogte!
The Hornemann Huis welcomes the public
Just in time for the 80th Anniversary celebration of liberation, the Hornemann Huis has moved to the former Designhuis at Stadhuisplein 3, Eindhoven. The museum is open every weekend on Fri, Sat & Sun from 11:00 - 17:00. The programme for September includes:
• Helden in Blauw: cabaret performance by Frédérique Arnold about the effects of a broadcast on the home front. For young people, there is an exclusive & free performance on 30th August at 20:30, made possible by Jong Cultuur Eindhoven, and the first public performance will take place on 1st September at 14:30.
• Lecture Rob Oudkerk: On 8th September at 14:30, Rob Oudkerk will give a lecture about his family history, as told in the NPO series De Joodse Raad. Free tickets are available.
• Theatre lecture about Edo & Lex: On Sunday 22nd September at 14.30, Martijn Docters will tell the story of his murdered nephews Edo and Lexje Hornemann, followed by a tour of the museum’s new history rooms. Tickets via the website.
The Hornemann Huis is looking for volunteers to help with their activities and educational programmes. Interested parties can register via info@ hethornemannhuis.nl.
Nominees Kazerne Design Award 2024
‘When I draw attention to the risks of cryptocurrencies, only a few people respond. I do get a lot of responses via my shiny ceramic pigs and funny explanations about an economy that revolves around my happiness.’
With that, Martha Nash won the 2024 Encouragement Prize. Other nominees who recently graduated from the Design Academy Eindhoven were Alissa Guillouet, Seungbee Han, Ben van Kemenade, Niels Nijman Diffre, Daan Overgaag, Pierre Salaün, Clemens Tomlow, Lotte Wigman and Willem Zwiers.
Come and see their impactful work, come eat (on our lovely terrace!) or even sleep and be inspired. With thanks to the Rotary Club Eindhoven-Soeterbeek. Check the opening hours at kazerne.com. Free admission.
HIP & HAPPENING
BACK TO SCHOOL: EXPAT EDUCATION
Reeta BalakrishnanWeber
Indonesia is a vast and diverse Southeast Asian archipelago with over 17,000 islands. With over 270 million inhabitants. The official language is Bahasa Indonesian, and most of the population is Muslim. Indonesia has one of the largest economies in the region, with key sectors including agriculture, mining, and manufacturing.
Approximately 380,000 people with an Indonesian migration background live in the Netherlands. Several thousand Indonesians, ranging from 2,000 to 5,000, live permanently or temporarily in our region. These expats in the high-tech industry, students at TU/e, and established Indonesian families contribute to the cultural diversity and economy of the area, with activities such as the Pasar Malam and organizations like PPI Eindhoven providing support and networking opportunities.
Teachers, after parents, have the most significant impact on a child’s education. They manage to stimulate curiosity and increase passion and interest. The teachers are, in all respects, the beating heart of the school. Education consists of facilitating the student’s cognitive development, the encounter with the world, and the acquisition of skills and abilities. For education to exist, someone must guide the child towards the right path and possess specific skills. The teacher has the task of guiding them with his experiences and his culture, an even more profound and more important responsibility if they are children of expatriates.
FILE-ALT AILÈN GAMBERONI
‘It is not easy to leave your comfort zone’
Reeta, of Indian origin, seems born for this role with her contagious smile full of energy. Born and raised in Jakarta, she grew up in Indonesia’s rich and vast cultural environment, a substantial international melting pot with over 17,000 islands. Over 1,300 distinct ethnic groups, including significant Austronesian and Melanesian cultures, contribute to its rich traditions, languages, and customs, making Indonesia a melting pot of diversity.
With 20 primary schools and two schools for special primary education SALTO is the second-largest school board for primary education in Eindhoven. Where does your passion for teaching come from?
‘My passion for teaching came from one of my junior high school teachers in Jakarta. First, I wanted to be a math teacher, but later, I developed a passion for languages. So, I pursued my dream of becoming an English teacher. Throughout the year, I realized that a teacher who spreads positivity, genuinely enjoys teaching, and engages with students is an unforgettable teacher to their students, especially in the early years. Now, as a teaching assistant, I still find it very rewarding. I can oversee the needs of the students as I am responsible for supporting a group of children and ensuring that they get the most out of their school life and personal development in the classroom. I usually discuss my daily/weekly tasks with the class teacher: working one-on-one with pupils or in groups. Sometimes, I also assist the teacher in delivering lessons and activities in the classroom.’
What are the needs of the kids who attend your school?
‘First, when we talked about expat children, they all need a soft landing to build their confidence and feel safe in their new school environment. They need to speak and understand a particular English or Dutch. Most of our students already speak and understand English because some speak it as a second language. However, some have yet to gain basic knowledge of Dutch. They need to know at least one of the languages because 50% of our classes are taught in English and 50% in Dutch. Our bilingual concept is ambitious and sets high standards for children. We are also a language-friendly school, and the children’s language development is at the heart. Special attention is given to the children’s social-emotional development in the school.’
How can you help them to remember where they are coming from in an integration process?
‘As Events Coordinator, I work closely with parents and teachers to organize cultural events that make our students and parents feel welcome in our school community. We want our students to feel at home. This is one of the many beautiful moments for them to share stories, traditions, and food from their home country.’
I would appreciate your advice for those new to the city struggling to make new friends.
‘When I came to Eindhoven 17 years ago, after unpacking, I started finding information about activities in the surroundings through my Dutch neighbors. I knew I wasn’t the only expat spouse at that time with a two-year-old. I visited the library and started having small conversations with the people who work there; maybe they knew a group of moms with toddlers. Social media wasn’t as booming as it is now. I joined a few groups to get out of the house. Then, when I built my small social network, I started looking for a Dutch course. Knowing the basic language of the country you are living in is crucial so you know a little about the culture. It comes with time and acceptance.’
What is your favorite place in Eindhoven, and why?
‘The Genneperpark area. It holds an exceptional memory for me in the first few years we moved to Eindhoven. I used to go there a lot with my son and watch the animals on the farm. It is one of those moments I will never get back. It is so beautiful in all seasons!’
And what is still missing in the city, in your opinion?
‘Eindhoven is growing fast and is a very convenient city to live in. Its location makes it easier to travel to big cities like Amsterdam and The Hague, and thanks to its airport, we can travel to other European cities. As a foodie, many restaurants in the city center, especially the cafes, need a more extensive children’s play area. It would be nice to have a few more, especially family-friendly ones.’
COLUMN MATHILDE
A wasted vacation day
For weeks now, I’ve been hearing the same questions over and over again: “When are you going on vacation?” or “Have you already been?” When I tell people that I’m staying home this summer, I’m often met with a sympathetic look… Not going on vacation? Not even for a week? No, not even for a week. I’m perfectly happy staying at home. No stress from crowded airports or congested roads, no “black Saturdays,” complaining tourists, or masses of people gathered together, and no toohot, too-wet, or too-cold weather. I’m fine with skipping the summer exodus for once. Plus, I don’t have to feel guilty about CO2 emissions or leaving a footprint behind. I ignore the media’s influence, promoting far-off vacations for months as if they’re essential for a happy life.
This summer, I decided to simply enjoy the small things without causing much harm. On my first few days off, I relished the thought of not having to set an alarm and not hearing it go off at 6:30 a.m. To my surprise, I woke up at 6:30 a.m. sharp, like every single day. So, no sleeping in. But I did enjoy having the entire day ahead of me and knowing I didn’t have to do anything. I spent time pottering in the garden, sipping my cappuccino with two purring cats beside me, and even finishing a book. And of course the silence around me - it was as if a soft blanket had been spread over Eindhoven. Less traffic, less noise, and no crowds on the streets. The Olympic Games were on. Even though attending the Opening Ceremony or experiencing the Games at Stade de France would have been amazing, I watched and enjoyed a lot from home, especially Femke’s and Sifan’s performances.
Sitting comfortably in my lovely garden with the newspaper at hand, these peaceful days at home got me thinking. If I feel like it, I can take the car and go somewhere. I go out for dinner when I want to and treat myself to yet another summer dress that I don’t need. Yes, it’s easy to say you’re not going on vacation when things are this pleasant. I skimmed the front page of the Volkskrant and it made my holiday-or-not-holiday feelings fade. I saw displaced children scavenging for food on a massive garbage dump, a little girl in a red, tattered T-shirt staring into the void. For these children, there will never be a vacation. Not now and probably never. On the next page, Dutch athletes proudly displayed their gold medals, celebrating their success.
Ours is a world of stark contrasts, and the human mind seems to be able to accept that. But this day at home, which started so well, ended up feeling like a bit of a lost day. In life, there is a lot of inequality. There are so many people, so many children, I would wish they could celebrate the summer and go on vacation, but they simply cannot go. Because of illness, because it’s too expensive, or because of war.
Vacation… who invented it? In the Netherlands, and in many other countries, it’s a hard-won labor right; unions and labor movements fought for it. Many people feel they rightly deserve a vacation, and even more than once a year. And me? I certainly agree. If you work all year, it’s great to have some form of reward. If only it could be like that for everyone.
MATHILDE LAGEMAN Directeur & mede-eigenaar STE Languages
‘“Not going on vacation? Not even for a week? No, not even for a week. I’m perfectly happy staying at home.’
AGENDA
PARKTHEATER EINDHOVEN | 8 PM | MUSIC
Helden van het Zuide n
Björn van der Doelen and his band The Mercenaries return to the Park Theatre for their fourth edition! An intimate performance with conversations, stories and lots of music. They bring old and new musical friends and together honour their musical heroes by sharing their personal stories behind the songs. They play their favourite songs in a way that suits them. Do not miss this unforgettable evening of top-class Brabant musicality! This time with guests: Alissa May, Nol Havens, Loïs van de Ven en Dave Vermeulen.
Season opening 2024/2025
We traditionally kick off the theatre season 24/25 with the best open day of the year! On Sunday 1st September, the doors of our theatre will open wide from 1 pm to 5 pm and we will treat you to free sneak previews and fun surprises.
The theatre halls will include short performances by comedians Gerrie Smits and Anne Neuteboom, youth performances Fireman Sam and The Whistleblower of Notre Dam, as well as Eiffel the musical, Isabelle Beernaert. Quickly check the website parktheater.nl for the full programme!
Club Salvador 2024
Take that fancy suit to the dry cleaners, make an appointment at the hairdresser and get out your flashiest shoes because Club Salvador is coming back to the Parktheater for the fifth time. Get ready for an evening where the theatre will be transformed into a place that will make you forget where you are and you will be part of a motley crew of artists from the most extraordinary corners of the world! Inspired by the decadent sideshows of the last century, international burlesque starlet Xarah von Den Vielenregen and Eindhoven-based musician EL Tigre Blanco will treat you to an escapist experience. It will be an evening of burlesque, cabaret, acrobatics, comedy and live music.
Edition 2024 will feature a new cast of superstars, a new host and a Dutch diva on piano. They will be announced later, so keep an eye on the website parktheater.nl! THU
PARKTHEATER EINDHOVEN | SEVERAL TIMES | THEATER Afslag
Eindhoven
Elk bos is een opstand
Exit Eindhoven plays a special location performance, this time in the beautiful surroundings of the Genneper Parks. With live music by Ruben Nachtergaele, played by Peter Vandemeulebroecke and directed by Gerrie Fiers.
He does not remember exactly how long he has been there. He does, however, remember why. Even though the rest have long since left. He is needed here. He needs to do this. The tenacious activist who was the only one left in an attempt to save the forest around him. Every Forest is an Uprising is the latest performance Exit Eindhoven. So, this performance in a tree, around a tree and with a tree as your antagonist is one you don’t want to miss!
WED 25 UNTIL FRI 27 SEPTEMBER
PARKTHEATER EINDHOVEN | 8 PM | CABARET
De Cabaret Club op z’n Brabants
The Cabaret Club wperformed at the Park Theatre for the first time last theatre season. After the success, De Cabaret Club is coming to our theatre especially for us with only comedians from Brabant for a super fun and awesome line-up show.
Talented comedians offer you a theatre experience that will stay with you for a long time. This evening, you get four mini cabaret performances for the price of one. The perfect opportunity to meet new talent and experienced cabaret performers. Be surprised and join the adventure. Come to the club, The Cabaret Club!
Inge van Beekum
Job Jansen
Lieke Vermeulen
Paul Beekhuis
Bramm
van Dal
Raymond van het Groenewoud Egoïst
Raymond van het Groenewoud is one of the most versatile and influential figures in the Belgian music scene. His musical career began in the 1970s, and since then he has built up an impressive repertoire. Classics such as ‘Meisjes’, ‘Je Veux de l’amour’, ‘Liefde voor muziek’, and ‘Twee Meisjes’ are just a few highlights from his over fifty-year career. Van het Groenewoud is known for his eclectic style, combining elements of rock, pop, chanson, and blues. Tonight, at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven, enjoy his latest EP ‘Egoïst’, which in terms of sound harks back to his earlier work. MUZIEKGEBOUW EINDHOVEN
Witaj Eindhoven!
On Saturday, September 7, the first edition of the Witaj Eindhoven festival will take place at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven! The festival is organized for and in collaboration with the Polish community in the region. During the day, there will be a Polish Jarmark (market) where both young and old can have a great time.
The undisputed highlight of the day is the performance by the Polish rock band Lady Pank, who will give an exclusive performance in the Netherlands specifically for this day.
Martijn Fischer zingt Hits van Hazes + Carmell
Get ready to sing along to the greatest songs of Dutch music history like ‘Bloed, Zweet en Tranen’, ‘De Vlieger’, or ‘Kleine Jongen!”
Martijn Fischer brings his exclusive club tour ‘Martijn Fischer Sings Hits of Hazes’ to the Grote Zaal of Effenaar on Sunday, September 8, accompanied by a full live band.
Joe Jackson
The British singer/musician Joe Jackson has been in the business for over fifty years. He broke through as an angry young man in 1979 with his first single ‘Is She Really Going Out With Him?’. Since then, the versatile Jackson has touched almost all genres, and you can sense rock, jazz, classical, and swing in all his songs. Tonight, we will enjoy the ‘Two Rounds Of Racket Tour’. The show at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven consists of two parts: a solo set by Joe Jackson featuring his original songs, and a set based on the album ‘What A Racket!’ by Max Champion, a musical genius from the English Music Hall era of the early 20th century.
Friday, 13 September, Pand P Podium on Leenderweg kicks off the new music season. It promises once again quirky and certainly varied. Thus, the three-man formation Wander will kick off with polyphonic vocals accompanied by guitar and synthesiser; music where folk and jazz merge.
Two weeks later, 27 September the Belgian group Suwi takes the stage: bright guitar music from the Ghent three-man formation with lots of improvisation in exciting compositions.
The small concert hall in Pand P guarantees an intimate musical experience, something highly appreciated by both the audience and the musicians. An accessible entrance fee makes a visit extremely attractive. €10 for a concert or
MUZIEKGEBOUW EINDHOVEN | 3 PM | FESTIVAL
a €40 subscription for a whole year. With a ‘We are public’ subscription, you can also visit.
Ilse DeLange
It’s been 25 years since Ilse DeLange put country music on the map in the Netherlands with her debut album ‘World Of Hurt’. She has always maintained a love for country, but the singer from Twente is also adept at other genres such as pop, rock, and Americana. In September, Ilse returns to Muziekgebouw Eindhoven with her band, bringing music from her new album ‘Tainted’, as well as many of her major and well-known hits from her 25-year career, including ‘Miracle’, ‘So Incredible’, and ‘Changes’.
Hef Bundy
It took a while, but finally Hef Bundy is back in Eindhoven! Hef has been the undisputed king of street rap for decades. After underground tracks like ‘Puur’ and ‘Big Boss’, he really broke through in hip-hop with his debut album ‘Hefvermogen’ in 2009. A classic. Since then, he has released 9(!) more albums, all of which are on the same level. During his Elfstedentocht, he will be performing in the Grote Zaal of Effenaar on Saturday, September 14.
Ligconcert: Andert Tysma
Need a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life? Want to leave the city’s chaos behind and completely unwind? Or perhaps you just want a relaxing evening to yourself? Then visit this Sound & Silence lying-down concert. This concert stimulates your senses—listening while lying down gives a different dimension to the concert experience. This evening-long event begins with a customized tea experience, followed by meditation and yoga exercises. Bring your own yoga mat, cushion, or blanket, and come to a state of relaxation while enjoying the piano music of Andert Tysma
FUZZY TEETH + Max Hell
On Saturday, September 14 at Stroomhuis: the fine mix of indie pop and lo-fi R&B with a punk edge from Fuzzy Teeth, and the jangly indie rock of Max Hell reminiscent of the Pixies or The Velvet Underground.
TUE 17 SEPTEMBER
MUZIEKGEBOUW EINDHOVEN | 8:15 PM | ROCK Haken - Fauna
When you think of progressive rock, you think of Haken Since the English sextet started making music in 2004, they have been one of the most adventurous bands in their genre. Each of their albums is unique yet unmistakably Haken, characterized by unpredictable time signatures and unique songwriting and vocals.
Their most recent album, ‘Fauna’, is described as a ‘sonic rainforest’, where old sounds are combined with new, bold ideas. During this concert at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven, they will play ‘Fauna’ in its entirety, along with a selection of their older work.
Inspired by Britpop, punk, and garage rock, POM proves that raw music can be perfectly combined with a cheerful, energetic atmosphere.
The Amsterdam band has created a unique sound best described as fuzzpop. On September 13, they will perform at Altstadt!
THU 5 SEPTEMBER • FROM 8 PM
Comedy night @ Stage Music Café
Comedy!
FRI 06 SEPTEMBER • FROM 9 PM
YouTry @ Stage Music Café
Kraraoke with Live-band ‘YouTry’
SAT 07 SEPTEMBER • FROM 9:30 PM
SUBIMAGO @ Stage Music Café
Electrorock
FRI 13 SEPTEMBER • FROM 10 PM
Avian Bass Collective @ Stage Music Café
Drum’n’Bass
SAT 14 SEPTEMBER • FROM 9:30 PM
Shot’s Fired @ Stage Music Café
Female Fronted Rockband
VRG 20 SEPTEMBER
Skankin’ Friday #3 @ Stage Music Café
Reggea / Dub
SAT 21 SEPTEMBER
Boven Water @ Stage Music Café
Krachtige Nederpop
FRI 27 SEPTEMBER • FROM 9:30 PM
Dirty Sneakers
Alternative Rock @ Stage Music Café
SAT 28 SEPTEMBER • 9 PM
Jamsession @ Stage Music Café
Come&Play
SAT 21 & SUN 22
MUZIEKGEBOUW EINDHOVEN | 8:15 PM | POP Clouseau
The legendary Belgian duo Clouseau is coming to Muziekgebouw Eindhoven with their CLOUSEAU40 Club Tour! Forty years of Clouseau must be celebrated. At the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025, the duo will perform twelve times in a sold-out Sportpaleis in Antwerp, and now they are also taking to the stages in the Netherlands. Koen and Kris Wauters, the charismatic brothers behind Clouseau, will provide you with an evening full of their greatest hits. From the heartwarming ‘Anne’ to the irresistible ‘Daar gaat ze’, all the hits will be featured.
VOCES8
De Volkskrant praised the group for their ‘ultimate control, crystal-clear sound, and tight harmonies’: the a cappella choir VOCES8. It’s no wonder the British ensemble has performed in renowned concert halls such as the Sydney Opera House in Australia, the Konzerthaus in Vienna, and the Tokyo Opera City in Japan. On September 19, the choir will be at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven with a diverse program featuring works by Bach, Rachmaninov, and contemporary pieces by Mumford & Sons.
Goyvaerts late summer garden
In a beautiful former church in the heart of Eindhoven, you will find our late summer garden. You can listen to live music during the day and dance to the best DJ sets at night.
Taste delectable dishes at the food trucks from our own kitchen and treat yourself to a delicious barbecue. Indulge in our luxury drinks and relax on our stylish lounge sets. Experience a wonderful late summer day full of fun and relaxation in a unique, historical setting. Come along and enjoy!
SAT 21 SEPTEMBER
EFFENAAR | 8 PM | POP Pjotr
Pjotr brings cheerful pop-rap with an honest message and an enormous amount of positive energy. His career is on the rise, and with his fourth album Paradijs he has opened a new musical chapter. On Saturday, September 21, he will be shining in the Kleine Zaal of Effenaar.
Recently, Jack Poels performed at a sold-out Effenaar with his band Rowwen Hèze. In September, the man returns and brings his cousins under the name Nevenproject. Together, they will perform their upcoming album ‘Totempaol’ in its entirety.
THU 26 SEPTEMBER
MUZIEKGEBOUW
Sven Hammond Big Band plays Ray Charles
Sven Hammond, along with his Big Band and orchestra, is bringing a swinging program centered around the legend, The Genius, ‘Brother Ray’ Charles to Muziekgebouw Eindhoven! Ray Charles was a pioneer in the soul music genre in the 1950s, combining blues, jazz, rhythm-andblues, and gospel in his music. The Sven Hammond Big Band delves into the fascinating life story of this jazz god and performs hits such as ‘Georgia’, ‘Hit The Road Jack’, and ‘Hallelujah’, as well as beautiful arrangements of other contemporaries’ songs that Brother Ray transformed into timeless classics.
Cocobolo
The recipe for a delightful retro sound? A pinch of old school funk, a splash of psychedelic rock mixed with surflike guitars: that’s Cocobolo! This Dutch trio writes all their songs with an image as a starting point. The image and song then become a story, like a film. Imagine: a chase scene, an evening walk in the woods, or a rain dance. With these kinds of visual backgrounds, all of Cocobolo’s songs achieve the same thing: they stimulate your imagination. Experience the adventure with Cocobolo during this edition of Kaleidoscope! MON 30
Anoushka Shankar
Chapter II: How Dark It Is Before Dawn
Master sitarist and composer Anoushka Shankar is coming to Eindhoven for the first time! Born in London, she is the daughter of the legendary Indian sitar virtuoso Ravi Shankar. Anoushka doesn’t limit herself to traditional Indian classical music; she experiments with various music genres, including fusion, world music, and electronica. Shankar has collaborated with artists from different cultures, such as Herbie Hancock, Sting, and her halfsister Norah Jones. During this concert, she will perform the beautiful music from her earlier albums as well as tracks from her latest EP, ‘Chapter II: How Dark It Is Before Dawn’.
The Polish piano legend Krystian Zimerman is coming to Muziekgebouw Eindhoven - an absolute must-see for piano enthusiasts! Zimerman gained international fame after winning the International Chopin Piano Competition in 1975. This was followed by a long-term collaboration with the Berlin Philharmonic and partnerships with internationally renowned conductors such as Leonard Bernstein, Claudio Abbado, and Simon Rattle. Zimerman’s performances of romantic repertoire, in particular, are highly acclaimed worldwide. The master pianist has received numerous awards for his work, including the Gramophone Classical Music Award for Piano in 2023.
SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER
Music in de Cathrien
7 September | Catharinakerk | 3 PM
Collegium Vocale Eindhoven and instrumentalists from Bach’s library, including Wilderer
2:25 PM carillon performance by Rosemarie Seuntiëns
Chamber Music in de Cathrien
14 September | Catharinakerk | 3 PM
KLIMT Ensemble: Ode aan de liefde
Choir Music in de Cathrien - Liberation Concert
21 September | Catharinakerk | 3 PM
Eindhovense Oratorium Vereniging
Bach, Vaughan Williams, Jenkins
Organ Festival Eindhoven
27, 28, 29 September | different locations: Catharinakerk | Auditorium TU/e | St. Joriskerk
Music in de Cathrien
5 October | Catharinakerk | 3 PM
Macondo saxofoonorkest / Danzas Fantásticas
2:25 PM: carillon performance by Rosemarie Seuntiëns
Chamber Music in de Cathrien
12 October | Catharinakerk | 3 PM
Toon Bierman: piano music from amongst others, Rossini
Choir Music in de Cathrien
19 October | Catharinakerk | 3 PM
Capella Sine Nomine o.l.v. André Vis
Looney Tunes, o.a. Gjeilo, Johnson
Organ Music in de Cathrien
26 October | Catharinakerk | 3 PM
Toon IJzerman (Eindhoven)
Wagner, Messiaen, Duruflé
St. Catharinakerk, Begijnenhof 2, Eindhoven
Ticket sales at muziekindecathrien.nl
Young Culture Eindhoven
Don’t miss it! Young Culture Eindhoven will start in September with no less than two weekends full of programmes.
THU 29 AUGUSTUS - SUN 1 SEPTEMBER
YOUNG CULTURE EINDHOVEN
Weekend 01 | Opening weekend
The Young Culture programme starts with a spectacular opening weekend from 29th August 29 to 1st September.
Be inspired by creative workshops, surprising guerrilla actions and fascinating theatre performances. The highlight is the musical evening in the Muziekgebouw with the Eindhoven rapper MIGGS, Denvis and the RaRa Roadshow. Toast to a cultural future on Sunday 1st September at 4 PM in the M of the Muziekgebouw. Admission is free! (14 to 17 years).
Information Evening Languages
THU 26 - SUN 29 SEPTEMBER
YOUNG CULTURE EINDHOVEN
Weekend 02 | Young Culture
In Weekend 02 you can choose from the Writers’ Weekend, the Bacchanalia party in the Klokgebouw, the 2nd Work it! session with rap workshops in the Muziekgebouw and the many other activities of Young Culture. Discover, experience and create together with other young people.
Access to all JC Eindhoven activities is free for young people aged 14 to 17!
More information, participate or register: jongcultuureindhoven.nl
Feel free to drop by and ask our Dutch language teachers about anything that interests you, such as the intake level of the course. And of course, you can investigate the course material. You are most welcome.
Wednesday 28 augustus • 7 - 8:30 PM • Augustinianum in Eindhoven
More information can be found on our website: vu-eindhoven.nl. Do you have any questions? Email: info@vu-eindhoven.nl or call: 040-7820810. (Monday to Thursday 10 AM - 12:30 PM).
jongcultuureindhoven.nl
WEEKEND 01 | THU 29 AUGUST – SUN 1 SEPTEMBER
THURSDAY 29
De Ontdekfabriek | half day | technical workshop
De Ontdekfabriek Young Creatives
Discover your creative talents & develop new skills in this workshop.
CKE | evening | workshop
The instrument doctor with Denvis Young people can repair and brighten up their musical instruments.
FRIDAY 30
Het Hornemann Huis | evening | theatre
Theatre performance ‘Held in Blauw’ - Frédérique Arnold
A moving performance about the effects of a military deployment on the home front.
SATURDAY 31 & SUNDAY 1 SEPTEMBER
Stationsplein 17 | all day | Guerrilla Placemaking by Foundation We Are Make Eindhoven More Beautiful! Guerrilla Action. Participate in pop-up interventions to temporarily beautify public space with creative works of art.
Van Abbemuseum | afternoon | tour
A Hiphop Story by Stephan Cornelio Velema
A fascinating tour of the exhibition with a focus on hip-hop culture.
De Ontdekfabriek | half day | technical workshop
De Ontdekfabriek Young Creatives
Discover your creative talents & develop new skills in this workshop.
SUNDAY 11 SEPTEMBER
M from Muziekgebouw Eindhoven | 4 - 8 PM | music
Work it! @M
A spectacular conclusion to the opening weekend with performances by rapper MIGGS, Denvis, the RaRa Roadshow, Maak Eindhoven Mooier and Muziekgebouw Eindhoven.
WEEKEND 02 | THURSDAY 26 – SUNDAY 29 SEPTEMBER
EVERY DAY
Pitstop Writers’ Camp Youth Center | all day | workshop
This writers’ camp is intended for rappers, producers and singers. For soloists who enjoy sharing musical talent with a motivated group & receive an EP to record! Four days of writing, producing, mixing, learning, collaborating and all of that in an inspiring place.
THURSDAY 26
CKE | evening | workshop
The Instrument Doctor with Denvis Young people can repair and brighten up their musical instruments.
THURSDAY 26 & SATURDAY 28
The Discovery Factory | half day | technical workshop
The Discovery Factory Young Creatives
Discover your creative talents & develop new skills in this workshop.
SATURDAY 28
evening | music & art festival | Bacchanalia Party
Kitchen Confessions A party full of sensory experiences with performances, food design, art installations and a big beat of electro, house, breaks, psy, groove, techno & more. There are 200 free tickets available for young people.
SUNDAY 29
M from Muziekgebouw Eindhoven | 4 - 8 PM | rap workshop
2nd Work it! @M
A rap workshop based on Switch Jeugdzorg. ‘On the Spot’ is all about a creative attitude and really putting something down. Working with young people on their image & performance skills. Closing open stage session Upclose.
Mark your calendar now!
WEEKEND 03 | THU 31 OCTOBER – SUN 3 NOVEMBER
TUE 3 SEPTEMBER
DE BIBLIOTHEEK IN MICROLAB | 7 - 10 PM | LECTURE
Ik voel me zo:
An evening on mental health
Mental health - a topic we all have to deal with. During this evening, Sabine Klaver, psychologist and author of ‘I feel like this’, talks about what it is to go to a psychologist yourself.
Tickets: bibliotheekeindhoven.nl/programma
Analysis Course: A Tuned Ear
This course is about discovering the underlying message in music history’s greatest masterpieces. Over four evenings, we tune our listening to discover that magic.
This activity is taught in English.
Tickets: bibliotheekeindhoven.nl/programma
Eindhoven
This year, Eindhoven will transform into the vibrant centre of crazy creations and brilliant inventions on 14th and 15th September during Maker Days Eindhoven!
After ten years of successful editions under the name Eindhoven Maker Faire, the organisation now proudly presents a new approach & identity: Maker Days Eindhoven
The festival for everyone who wants to be inspired by innovation, creativity and technology. This two-day event offers a unique meeting place for Makers, tinkerers, designers, hackers, engineers and other creative minds. Here you will discover the boundaries of what is possible and experience the magic of making.
Milio van de Kamp
During Kinderboeken Week, we like to inspire. Not only with books but also in dialogue. And who better to invite than Milio van de Kamp for an interactive lecture?
Tickets: bibliotheekeindhoven.nl/programma
Maghalie van de Bunt-George ‘Oro is gold’
‘Oro is gold’ Everyone is welcome to attend the launch of the book ‘Oro is gold - Stories of Otrobanda and New Netherlands’. This is the debut of Dutch-Curaçao writer Maghalie van der Bunt-George. At the book launch, Maghalie will bring colourful characters, places and events to life.
Tickets: bibliotheekeindhoven.nl/programma
In conversation with yourself
Through short, low-threshold forms of writing, we engage in writing and surprise ourselves. For instance, one word can invite you to put your own story of the moment on paper. Or you can transform your own words into a poem in no time. Come and discover what writing can bring you and be surprised by yourself.
Tickets: bibliotheekeindhoven.nl/programma
HET VOEDSELBOS, EINDHOVEN | 2 - 4 PM WORKSHOP | DE BIBLIOTHEEK EINDHOVEN SUN 29
Dried flower wreath
In a relaxed atmosphere, take part in a workshop where you will learn how to make a seasonal floral composition from beautiful, dried flowers.
This activity will be given in English. Tickets: bibliotheekeindhoven.nl/programma
FROM 12 SEPTEMBER
KAZERNE | EVERY THU 6 - 7 PM ENGLISH SPOKEN | FREE
Connecting + People + Technology + Design = Fuelling Transformation
Good news! From 12th September, the EHV Innovation Café will restart: the weekly Mix & Match moment for and by the Eindhoven TDK community. Together, we treat you with special guests & inspiring breakouts, from both tech and design perspectives. Plus, monthly themed events for the development of Eindhoven’s city vision.
Are you interested in the worlds of technology, design and/ or the future of our city? Student, start-up, stakeholder, CEO, politician or investor? Join us, think and talk! Keep an eye on the programme on EhvInnovationCafe.org and sign up to ensure your spot.
Do your kids love pancakes and music? Then the pancake concerts at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven are perfect for them!
SUN 1 SEPTEMBER Coco can do it!
MUZIEKGEBOUW EINDHOVEN | 11 AM | PUPPETRY (2+)
Today, Coco is going to fly for the first time! ‘All birds can fly’, says Mama. So Coco surely can too, right? But what if she can’t? What happens up in the blue sky, where you can fly with friends and catch tasty bugs? Or down on the ground, where you might fall hard and where the cat prowls? Experience Coco’s adventure in this cheerful musical puppet show. Coco and her friends from the beloved book come to life in the hands of Jogchem Jalink, puppeteer for shows like Sesame Street and the Boterhamshow. Don’t miss it and find out if Coco can really fly!
Please note: this concert is completely spoken in Dutch.
SUN 29 SEPTEMBER
MUZIEKGEBOUW EINDHOVEN | 11 AM | THEATER (2+)
Just as you are
In the visual theater performance, you are taken into the world of a little elephant named Little Snuf. Little Snuf can’t walk in line because there is so much to see! He is constantly being called back: ‘In line, Little Snuf!’ But Snuf is wonderfully stubborn and does things his own way: he is allowed to be just as he is. Klein Amsterdam Producties creates a musical and visual theater performance for ages 2 and up based on the popular picture book ‘Just the Way You Are’ by Jonny Lambert
Please note: this concert is completely spoken in Dutch.
Anwyn
Howarth
With one eye open
Discover the hidden world of graffiti photography in the exhibition ‘With One Eye Open’. From the photography that has spread graffiti worldwide to contemporary graffiti writers who consider photos as final works.
It offers both a glimpse into the hidden world of graffiti and impressive photographic projects. Works and projects by international, national and local photographers and graffiti artists. Documentation in graffiti is crucial because of the temporary, transient and often illegal nature of the art form.
ONAMATOPEE | EXHIBITION UNTIL 20 SEPTEMBER 2024
Discover the city. Book a city walk.
Feel the energy of Eindhoven, known as the city with many faces. You join other interested people, in smaller groups. Can also be undertaken alone! Interaction with the guide makes it special. The walk can be provided bilingually (NL/ENG). Items that may be reviewed are industrial heritage, design, street art and Eindhoven’s roots. Of course, the tour does not miss a short visit to the historic Philips Museum workshop. The place where Gerard Philips started the first Philips factory together with his father Frederik in 1891.
Every Saturday in September at 11 AM. The city walk starts from Eindhoven Tourist Information/VVV in the Station and lasts 1.5 hours. Cost: €12.50 p.p. including Eindhoven gadget & coffee/tea discount voucher. Reservations can be made up to 24 hours in advance.
TRANSMISSION / Huld, Lilli & The Roach
No fewer than two exhibitions await you: TRANSMISSION by Amsterdam collective Touki Delphine, visualises with buzzing brake lines, hissing hoses and glowing reflectors the mysterious mycelium network: the hidden web of fungi that keeps almost all plants and trees on earth alive.
Life and death, empathy and the predictive brain, are the basic ingredients in the two recent installations by Finland’s Maija Tammi. Using photos, text, video and animation, she tells the life stories of a chameleon, a grasshopper and a cockroach, which she almost familiarly christens Hulda, Lilli & The Roach
A Tree, Alice Ladenburg + Ollie Palmer
The exhibition features research and works in which artists explore the relationship between humans and trees and ways in which we can relate more closely to their temporalities. To what extent is anthropomorphism a way of strengthening the connection between humans and trees or an anthropocentric danger that makes it impossible to gain objective knowledge?
A Tree is about plant control, plant knowledge and the interaction between plants and humans with a specific focus on trees. Participating artists: Sanne Vaassen, Gerbrand Burger, Hira Nabi, Manjot Kaur, Ingela Ihrman, Goldin+Senneby, Alice Ladenburg, Roderick Hietbrink.
WELCOME 2 DA JUNGLE
Aware Dream State/Marijn van de Beek
With the message “Everyone must conquer a place in this jungle”, graffiti artist Marijn van de Beek sets about creating his ‘jungle’. Based on the idea that we are all connected to each other and thus form a whole with the greater, everyone will have to conquer their own place in this urbanised environment. With spray can and brush, the gallery space is worked on to create a kaleidoscopic total experience, taking the theme step by step and, from his tree house, making it known to the world.
Under the title Aware Dream State, Marijn has mainly worked on the streets. Now, for the first time in a controlled indoor environment, he will bring together the feel of the street and the natural imagery of the jungle.
Edward Nightingale
OVERVIEW
PODIA
SUN 1
Natlab
11 PM | Film
Cinemini | Wie?
Parktheater Eindhoven
1 PM | Season Opening ‘24/’25
Open day
High Tech Campus Eindhoven
Sport event
High Tech Triathlon
Wim van Doorne Muziekkiosk
2 PM | Music Summer in the Sixties
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
11 AM | Music, Puppetry Coco kan het! (2+)
TUE 3
Bibliotheek Eindhoven
7 - 10 PM | Workshop Ik voel me zo: Een avond over mentale gezondheid
WED 4
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
from 7:30 PM | Classical Een goed gestemd gehoor
THU 5
Stage Music Café
8 PM | Comedy night
Dynamo
7:30 PM | Rock
Yours Truly
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
8 PM | Pop
The Fortunate Sons Parktheater Eindhoven
9:40 PM | Musical Jesus Christ Superstar
FRI 6
Stage Music Café
9 PM | Karaoke with Live-band ‘YouTry’ Effenaar
8:15 PM | Concert Waylon
Stay on, go out!
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
8:15 PM | Pop
Raymond van het Groenewoud
Parktheater Eindhoven
8:30 PM | Cabaret Marlon Kicken
SAT 7
Stage Music Café
9:30 PM | SUBIMAGO Electrorock Parktheater Eindhoven
5:30 PM | Open air theater Moord in het Parktheater (sold out)
Pennings Foundation
7 PM | Expo Opening Night
With One Eye Open
Dynamo
7 PM | Metal
Terradown
Muziek in de Cathrien
7 PM | Classical Concert
Collegium Vocale Eindhoven
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
8:15 PM | | Pop
Witaj Eindhoven
TU/e
8:15 PM | Sport event
WeKnow-Digni Lacrosse
Landsard Beach
Zino Classixs
8:30 PM | Festival
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
10 PM | Pop
Witaj Eindhoven! Jaarmarkt
Bibliotheek Eindhoven
Workshop
Kom maken bij de MakersClub
preHistorisch Dorp
3 PM | Cultureel festival, Workshop, Folklore
SuperStoffig
SUN 8
preHistorisch Dorp
3 PM | Cultureel festival, Workshop, Folklore
SuperStoffig
Natlab
2 PM | Voorpremière
De Wilde Noordzee
Achtse Barrier
11 AM
Snuffelmarkt Finfon
Effenaar
10:30 AM | Concert, Rock
Martijn Fischer
Wim Van Doorne MuziekKiosk
2 PM | Music
Chamberfunk, Jazzaphine, Coverband Castle
MON 9
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
9:30 PM | Pop
Andrew Combs
TUE 10
Natlab
3 PM | The Royal Opera
Le Nozze di Figaro
Parktheater Eindhoven
Music | Bee Gees Forever
Natlab
8:15 PM | Boekie Night
WED 11
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
7:30 PM | Cursus Muziekanalyse: Een goed gestemd oor
THU 12
Kazerne Home of Design
Thema- Event | EHV Innovation Café – City Vision Parktheater Eindhoven
8:30 PM | Music
Björn van der Doelen, Alissa May, Nol Havens e.a.
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
8:15 PM | Pop
Joe Jackson
TU/e
7:30 PM
Pulluh Vulluh
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Classical | Lunchpauzeconcert
FRI 13
Corso en Cultuur Festival
Varkenswaard
Prikken in de corso tenten
Stage Music Cafe
12:30 PM | Music
JAMSESSION Play Along
Pand P Podium | Wander Effenaar Bij Altstadt
7:30 PM | Pop, Concert POM
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
8 PM | Concert
We Call It Flamenco
8:15 PM | Classical
Parktheater Eindhoven
Music | The Dutch Tenor
Stage Music Café
10 PM | Drum’n’Bass Avian Bass Collective
SAT 14
Stadhuisplein
Eindhoven Maker Days
Hét festival voor innovatie en creativiteit
Corso en Cultuur Festival
Varkenswaard
• Prikken in de corso tenten
• Dahlia’s Straattheater
• Muziek op de Statie
Dynamo
6:30 PM | Sport event
NK Freestyle Voetbal
Effenaar
8 PM | Hiphop Hef Bundy
8 PM | Nederpop
Neverproject
Muziek in de Cathrien
8:15 PM | Classical
KLIMT Ensemble | Kleinkunst
Effenaar
8:30 PM | Pop
Fuzzy Teeeth + Max Hell
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
9 PM | Pop Ilse DeLange
Stage Music Cafe
9:30 PM | Female Fronted
Rockband Shot’s Fired
18 Septemberplein
Liberation 040 Festival
SUN 15
Corso & Cultuur Festival
Varkenswaard
• Vermaak rondom Parade
• Familievermaak
• DJ’s op de Markt
• Muziek op de Statie
PhilipsDorp Festival
Boerderij de Haen
Van StreekFestival
Ketelhuisplein
FeelGood Market | Markt
Strijp-S Wandeling | Rondleiding
Natlab
10 AM | Cinemini
De kleine vogel
DomusDela
8:15 PM | Ligconcert Andert Tysma
TUE 17
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven 8:15 PM | Pop Haken
WED 18
Spirituele Academie
7:15 PM | Gesprek
Een goed gesprek over vrijheid
Bibliotheek Eindhoven
Boekpresentatie
Milio van de Kamp - ‘Misschien moet je iets lager mikken’ Parktheater Eindhoven
8:30 PM | Cabaret Lisa Ostermann
THU 19
Kazerne Home of Design
Thema- Event | EHV Innovation
Café – Tech & Design Muziekgebouw Eindhoven 8:15 PM | Pop Schalk Bezuidenhout
8:30 PM | Klassiek Voces8
Spirituele Academie
7:30 PM | Gesprek
Een goed gesprek over Vrijheid
FRI 20
World CleanUp Day
Woenselse Markt
Kick-off | Eindhoven Sport Festival
Stage Music Cafe
Reggea/Dub | Skankin’ Friday #3
Bibliotheek Eindhoven
Book presentation: Maghalie van de Bunt-George - ‘Oro is goud’ Muziekgebouw Eindhoven 7:30 PM | Jazz
Somi & Metropole Orkest
7 PM | Opening ceremony TunaFestival
Wim van Doorne Muziekkiosk
8:15 PM | Ameezing Eindhoven
Dynamo
8:15 PM | Concert, Rock
Senses Fail + Saves the day
Parktheater Eindhoven
8:30 PM | Comedy
Comedy Vibe
Parktheater Eindhoven
Club Salvador met
Xarah von den Vielenregen & El Tigre Blanco
SAT 21
Strijp-S
24 u | Music & culture
De Nacht van Strijp-S
Stage Music Café
Boven Water
Muziek in de Cathrien
6:30 PM | Bevrijdingsconcert Eindhovense Oratorium Ver.
Dynamo
8 PM | Concert, Rock
STAND ATLANTIC in Effenaar
8 PM | Concert Pjotr
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
8:15 PM | Jazz The Pulitzers
SUN 22
Natlab
4 PM | Premiére
VPRO Podcast Poème électronique in
Anne Frank Plantsoen
11 AM - 6 PM | Workshop, Dance, Poetry
Peace in the Park Festival
DomusDela
1 PM | Festival
Goyvaerts Nazomertuin in in Bibliotheek Eindhoven
2 PM | Schrijfworkshop
In gesprek met jezelf
Strijp-S
24 uur | Music, Culture
De Nacht van Strijp-S
Wim Van Doorne MuziekKiosk
2 PM | Music
Blaasorkest Theo d’Or, 4 Tune, Muziekver. Eindhoven West
MON 23
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
11 AM | Pop Jana Mila
TUE 24
Natlab
7:30 PM | Come Make Art + Q&A Azart
WED 25
Bibliotheek Eindhoven in Het Muziekgebouw
19:30 | Cursus Muziekanalyse: Een goed gestemd oor
THU 26
Kazerne Home of Design
Thema- Event | EHV Innovation
Café – Tech & Design
Effenaar
1 PM | Concert
Nevenproject
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
1 PM | Jazz
Ray Charles by Sven Hammond Big Band
FRI 27
Pand P
Podium | Suwi
Stage Music Café
9:30 PM | Alternative Rock Dirty Sneakers
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
8:15 PM | Pop
Jimeoin
7:30 PM | Pop Cocobolo
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
8 PM | Classical
Krystian Zimerman in
Organ Festival
Muziek in de Cathrien
8:15 PM | Muziek bij Silent Film HOT, der Golem
SAT 28
Organ Festival with Muziek in de Cathrien
10:30 AM | Workshop kids DOE-orgel
TU/e
Organ Festival | noon | Classical
Jan Verschuren
Muziek in de Cathrien
3 PM | Film music
Huijbregts
Stage Music Café
9 PM | Come&Play Jamsession
Wim van Doorne Muziekkiosk
8:15 PM | Oktober Fest Ride
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
8:30 PM | Pop
Yentl en de Boer
Parktheater Eindhoven
9 PM | Theater
Beatrice de Graaf en Niels Drost
SUN 29
Parktheater Eindhoven
Noon | Jeugdtheater De Dansers
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
2 PM | Theater (2+)
Gewoon zoals je bent
Natlab
3 PM | Film
Paul McCartney and Wings -
One Hand Clapping
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
3 PM | Philzuid
Simone Lamsma & Bruckner 1
3 PM | Classical | Organ Festival
Katona Twins & Noé Inui
Muziek in de Cathrien
3 PM | Slotconcert
Gerard Habraken
Bibliotheek Eindhoven
8:15 PM | Workshop
Gedroogde bloemenkrans
Wim van Doorne MuziekKiosk
2 - 5 PM | Music
Joe Cocker Experience
MON 30
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
14:15 PM | Concert
Anoushka Shankar
EXPO
Evoluon
Spacefarming - Ontdek de toekomst van voedsel!
RetroFuture - Maak jezelf
future-proof
Hornemann Huis
Open VR/SAT/SUN | 11 AM - 5 PM
1 September | 2:30 PM
Helden in blauw Jong Cultuur
8 September | 2:30 PM
Lezing Rob Oudkerk
22 September | 2:30 PM
Theatercollege Edo & Lex Kazerne – Home of Design
until 5 October
Genomineerden Kazerne
Design Award 2024
MU Hybrid Ar House until 15 September 2024
Expo | TRANSMISSION by Touki Delphine until 15 September 2024
Expo | Hulda, Lilli & The Roach by Maija Tammi
Onomatopee
until 20 September 2024
Expo | A Tree
Philips Museum until 31 October 2024
Expo | Philips Museum
BrAInpower until 2024
Gerard Philips: founder, inspirator, innovator
Pennings Foundation from 7 September until 16 November 2024
• With an open Eye
• TALENTWALL #11
Hobie Minnebreuker
Tu/e Auditorium
Expo | Tunafestival Van Abbemuseum until 2026
Dwarsverbanden
Verborgen Verbanden until 24 November 2024
Soils
t/m 8 december 2024
Eindhoven: a HipHop story
WEEKEND 01 • OPENING WEEKEND THU 29 August until SUN 1 September
THU 29 August
• De Ontdekfabriek - Workshop - Young Creatives
• CKE- workshop - De Instrumentendokter met Denvis
FRI 30 August
• Het Hornemannhuis - Theatervoorstelling - Held in Blauw
SAT 31 August & SUN 1 September
Stationsplein - Guerrilla placemakingMaak Eindhoven Mooier!
• Van Abbemuseum - Rondleiding - A Hiphop Story
• De Ontdekfabriek - Workshop Young Creatives
SUN 1 September
• M - Work it! @M
WEEKEND 02 JONG CULTUUR THU 26 T/M THU 29 September
THU 26 September
Pitstop – Workhop - Schrijverskamp
• De Ontdekfabriek - Workshop - Young Creatives
• CKE - workshop - De Instrumentendokter met Denvis
FRI 27 September
• Pitstop - Workshop - Schrijverskamp
SAT 28 September
• Pitstop - Workshop - Schrijverskamp De Ontdekfabriek - Workshop -Young Creatives
• Keukenconfessies - Festival - Bacchanalia Party
SUN 29 September
• Pitstop - Schrijverskamp
• M - 2e Work it! @M
Hightlights!
Hit The City | Muziekfestival SAT 31 Aug until SUN 1 Sept
Open Dag Parktheater SUN 1
Maker Days Eindhoven FRI 13, SAT 14, SUN 15
Liberation 040 Festival | Eyes Open SAT 14
Kazerne Home of Design EHV Innovation Café • From 12
Corso & Cultuur | Gratis Festival • FRI 13 t/m SUN 15
FeelGood Market | Braderie • SUN 15
Lichtjesroute Eindhoven | Varia • WED 18 Sept until 13 Oct noon
MONTHLY
• Every month on the 1st Saturday of the month Van Abbemuseum | Family Art Club
Every month on the 5th day of the month
Natlab | All Inclusive
WEEKLY
• Every Saturday Walks, Cabaret | Comedy Walks Eindhoven gathering Stationsplein
• Every Saturday City walk through Eindhoven | Guided tour / walking tour
addresses events
A connecting conversation about freedom/ Eindhoven in dialogue
With everyone’s unique point of view, we can illuminate the concept of freedom from many angles and begin to see it with new eyes. What does freedom mean to you? What is your best experience of freedom? And what is your wishful thinking about freedom? With the uniqueness of everyone’s point of view, we can illuminate the concept of freedom from many sides and start seeing it with new eyes.
Max. 8 people. Registration before 18th September. Via e-mail: eindhoven@nl.brahmakumaris.org
Location: Spiritual Academy, Strijpsestraat 144-H, Eindhoven
Van Abbemuseum
Stratumsedijk 2 040 238 10 00 vanabbemuseum.nl
Academisch Genootschap Parklaan 93 040 243 48 08 academischgenootschap.nl
Carte Blanche
Daalakkersweg 10 08 040 245 17 39 carteblanche.nu
Sint Catharinakerk Catharinaplein 1 040 244 88 97
Natlab Kastanjelaan 500
040 294 68 48
natlab.nl
Pand P Leenderweg 65 040 303 21 70 pand-p.nl
Parktheater Eindhoven
Theaterpad 1 040 211 11 22 parktheater.nl
Pathé Eindhoven
Dommelstraat 27 pathe.nl
Peace in the Park
Peace in the Park erupts again in Anne Frankplantsoen! On Sunday 22nd September enter a world of music, dance, workshops, and inspiring conversations. Come, meet and work together for world peace. Make sure you are there!
Peace in the Park-festival: Peace, environment, diversity and global awareness. These are the themes during the 3rd Edition of this festival, Sunday afternoon in the Anne Frankplantsoen, Eindhoven. Stichting Vredeburo is the main event organizer. The aim of the festival is to introduce visitors to various groups from Eindhoven who are “working towards a more peaceful world”. By doing so, the organisation shows that people can always work for a better world, even in uncertain times. peaceintheparkeindhoven.nl
CKE
Pastoor Petersstraat 180 040 216 32 63 cke.nl
Bibliotheek Eindhoven
Emmasingel 22 040 260 42 60 bibliotheekeindhoven.nl
Dynamo Catharinaplein 21 040 239 31 10 dynamo-eindhoven.nl
Evoluon, Stichting Next Nature Noord Brabantlaan 1A 040 250 4620 evoluon.com
Effenaar
Dommelstraat 2
040 239 36 66 effenaar.nl
Fifth-NRE
Gasfabriek 5 040 237 60 70 fifthnre.com
Galerie Nasty Alice
Sint Antoniusstraat 10 06 34053028 galerienastyalice.nl
Kazerne Home of Design
Paradijslaan 2-8 040 207 37 30 kazerne.com
Pennings Foundation
Geldropseweg 63 040 3080609 penningsfoundation.com
philharmonie zuidnederland
Jan van Lieshoutstraat 5 088 166 07 00 philharmoniezuidnederland.nl
Philips Museum
Emmasingel 31 040 235 90 30 philips-museum.com
preHistorisch Dorp Boutenslaan 161-b 040 252 22 81 prehistorischdorp.nl
Stage Music Café Stratumseind 25 stagemusiccafe.nl
TAC Temporary Art Centre Vonderweg 1 tac.nu
Ton Smits Huis Jacob Reviuslaan 25 040 211 47 86 tonsmitshuis.nl
T56 Tarwelaan 56 t56.nl
Studium Generale, TU/e
• De Blauwe Zaal
• Luna, Corona
MU Hybrid Arthouse
Torenallee 40-06 040 296 16 63 mu.nl
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Heuvel Galerie 140 040 244 20 20 muziekgebouweindhoven.nl
Muziek in de Cathrien Begijnenhof 2 040 283 39 68 muziekindecathrien.nl
• Filmhuis De Zwarte Doos Den Dolech 2 | 040 247 49 00 tue.nl/sg
United Cowboys Kleine Berg 040 237 12 77 unitedcowboys.nl
Volksuniversiteit Eindhoven Kanaaldijk-Zuid 11 040 782 08 10 vu-eindhoven.nl
ANNE FRANK PLANTSOEN
Young Culture Eindhoven, one of the
talents:
Writers camp Pitstop & Texts on the street NICOLAS DIAZ
Twenty years old and a real young creative. Youth worker and owner of Pitstop, Matheus Sales de Moura, didn’t have to think twice when suggesting Nicolas Diaz as a young talent JC Eindhoven: ‘He is also the one who will make TikTok videos for Jong Cultuur. Nicolas used to make beats, write texts and as an assistant youth worker at Pitstop he brings a fresh perspective on youth culture in 2024. He is very enthusiastic to participate.’
We are also enthusiastic and ask Nicolas himself: ‘Who are you and where are you from?’ I am Nicolas Diaz, born in 2004 in Ibarra, Ecuador, but with Colombian roots. ‘Generation Z is known as digitally skilled, socially aware and resilient. Which word suits you best?’ Socially aware, because sociality is the most relevant thing in my life now and I think it is something beautiful. ‘What do you do?’ I work as an assistant youth worker at Pitstop and spend my free time watching films and writing stories/texts. ‘What drives you as an artist?’ I have an abundance of ideas that I want to share. Not everything has to remain a concept.
3 – 24 september
Technische Universiteit Eindhoven Atlasgebouw
Foto’s die een moment kunnen pakken, die een enorme impact hebben, mensen raken en helder maken wat er allemaal in de wereld speelt. Dat is waar World Press Photo om bekend staat. Wereldwijd bezoeken zo’n 4 miljoen mensen in 100 steden in 45 landen deze gerenommeerde tentoonstelling met de beste fotojournalistiek en documentairefotografie van het afgelopen jaar.
Van 3 t/m 24 september is de tentoonstelling gratis te bezoeken op de TU/e campus in Eindhoven.
Gratis toegang, audiotour en rondleidingen De tentoonstelling is gratis te bezoeken in het Atlasgebouw op de TU/e campus. Je kan er ook een audiotour beluisteren via een app of één van de rondleidingen bijwonen, georganiseerd door Studium Generale TU/e en gegeven door studenten.
Openingstijden
Maandag t/m vrijdag: 08:00 - 18:00
Zaterdag: 12:00 - 17:00, zondag: gesloten
Gratis entree
Info: www.tue.nl/sg
‘Where do you get your inspiration from?’ I like to focus on film and music. I can express myself best through film and I can let the best of myself be heard through music. ‘What can we expect from you during the Writers Weekend?’ During the Writers Weekend and the podcast sessions at Pitstop we hope to inspire young people and help them tell their stories. ‘Why should young people take part in Jong Cultuur?’ The Jong Cultuur programme offers young people from 14 to 27 years old free access to workshops, tours and meetings. A unique opportunity to discover and develop their talents!
During six weekends from August to February unique cultural activities are organised, ranging from workshops & exhibitions to performing arts & performances. In addition, there are continuous workshops, tours and meetings. In Weekend 02 you can choose from the Writers’ Weekend and other activities. Discover, experience and create together with other young people in Eindhoven. jongcultuureindhoven.nl
1. © Eddie Jim, The Age/Sydney Morning Herald. Titel: Vechten, Niet Zinken. Lotomau Fiafia (72), een gemeenschapsouderling, staat met zijn
kleinzoon John op de plek waar hij zich herinnert dat de kustlijn was toen hij een jongen was. Salia Bay, Kioa Island, Fiji, 8 augustus 2023.
2. © Julia Kochetova. Titel: Oorlog is Persoonlijk. De website van de fotograaf onthult het dagelijks leven in het door oorlog geteisterde Oekraïne te midden van het aanhoudende conflict. 3. © Adriana Loureiro Fernandez, voor The New York Times. Titel: Rode Luchten, Groene Wateren. Buren spelen een bordspel onder een hemel verlicht door een van ‘s werelds grootste gasfakkels. Punta de Mata, Venezuela, 5 november 2022. 4. © Alejandro Cegarra, The New York Times/Bloomberg. Titel: De Twee Muren. Een migrant rijdt met de goederentrein “The Beast” naar de VS, ondanks dodelijke gevaren. Piedras Negras, Mexico, 8 oktober 2023.
Corso & Culture Valkenswaard
SATURDAY EVENING 14 SEPTEMBER
FLOWERS IN THE CORSO TENTS
The tents have been in the neighborhoods since mid-June and everybody is welcome. On Friday 13 and Saturday 14 september 2.5 million dahlias will be stuck onto the wagons one by one with a needle in cardboard. So come and have a look in the Corso tents, you won’t know what you will see! On Saturday afternoon, during your visit to the parade tents, you can also enjoy traveling musical performances from Eric Jaspers and The Cowpokes.
• Exhibitions
Performances
Corso parade
DAHLIA’S, STREET THEATRE, DANCE AND MUSIC
On Saturday afternoon, admire all the dahlia objects that have been made and enjoy many artists in the center of Valkenswaard from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Come and watch street theatre by That’s Amore, Scubabianchi and De Stoelenman. Backstage and LaToja will present dazzling dance performances on the stage at the Markt.
The Flageolettes bring a Star Sister act to the shopping area of Valkenswaard. DJ Booth The Defender is on the Corridor and drum band Hoop in de Toekomst and samba band Bandaloco bring music to the center. Later in the afternoon you can enjoy musical performances by The Classic Crooner and The Forces Sweethearts on the stage on the Markt.
Toghether with Valkenswaard Viert we celebrate 80 years of freedom: Sat 7 - Sun 22 September
MUSIC AT DE STATIE
The Saturday evening program takes place at Mooi op de Statie with two fantastic performances. Come along, admission is free.
8 PM CHICAGO JUNKIES 10:30 PM ZUCO 103
Jurgen van Hoof
This year we celebrate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Valkenswaard. The Bloemencorso Valkenswaard originated from this liberty celebration. Over the years the event has been grown and kept a direct connection to the event.
Scents and Colors - passing on stories
The theme of the corso parade 2024
To commemorate is to relive, to pass on, to tell stories. Pass on what you think is important. Your version of the story, the story in your words. Passing on stories and keeping history and experiences alive.
Dutch Legends, Folktales and Tales were therefore chosen for the parade floats. These beautiful stories are written in dahlia creations. The parade floats and the dahlia-objects will go public on Sunday, September 15 to fascinate, amaze and astound with beautiful stories in flowers.
ENTERTAINMENT AROUND PARADE
From 1 p.m. you can enjoy beautiful acts in the center of Valkenswaard. Enjoy De Marskramer, Funfare, MC Dixie Light and Sway Pole. Show bands and fanfares can also be admired: St. Joris Showband, Showkorps O&V and Showharmonie Oefening Baart Kunst are present.
FAMILIY ENTERTAINMENT
On Sundays, Frans van Bestpark is full of entertainment for the whole family. What is there to do? Paintball Atelier, obstacle course and bouncy castle, circus performance, stick your own flowers, Action Weaving and more....
DJ’S ON THE MARKT
IN THE PICTURE
PROGRAM CORSO PARADE 10:30 AM PARADE FLOATS ARE READY 1 PM PRE-SHOW
2:30 - 3:30 PM CORSO PARADE 3:30 - 10 PM MUSICAL
The roof will be blown off with three fantastic DJs. Make sure you are there for these unique free performances
MUSIC AT DE STATIE
After the parade you can enjoy two fantastic performances at De Statie. Come have a good time, admission is free.
Victor Zieren
The story of a bridge
They walked in separately to one of the first Burst your Bubble evenings. Just like all the other attendees, slightly hesitant. The opera singer and the teacher. One Ukrainian and the other from the Netherlands. We saw them again afterwards at our evenings, where the connection between internationals and locals is central. Where we build bridges, as we call it. So, they ended up together... and a connection was made. Carla and Anna. And they never lost each other again. Carla wanted to do something for Anna’s country, the dire situation kept her busy. So, she called her. ‘Do you want to help me with a project for Ukraine? I want to do something.’ Anna was touched by Carla’s directness. ‘Of course!’ was her reaction. Together they came up with an art project. A thousand small boxes painted in the blue and yellow colours of Ukraine and sold for €20 each. Painting will be a weekly project on Wednesday afternoons, in Carla’s garden and shed on Doelenstraat in Eindhoven.
I will be at the first painting afternoon and will be working with her for a while. All nationalities will be there: Ukrainians, Italians, Dutch, Afghans, you name it. The project connects. The project is quiet, it speaks and unites. Because doing something together for the world goes beyond borders. Anna and Carla will continue. The second shipment of a thousand is already waiting. It could well be that they will show this at one of the Burst your Bubble evenings. I would love that. This is a story about how connection works. It shows how easy it actually is to choose to do so…
Ineke Hurkmans
Founder Jump Movement
Do it yourself. Your bridge to build.
You will probably also meet people in the course of your day, about whom you might want to know more. Then it starts with making a connection. In your own environment. So, practice the following: The next time you are in the lift, in a queue at the supermarket, at the bus stop or on the train, look around you and look someone in the eye. Give a nod as a greeting and a greeting hand, a ‘good morning’. And for the brave among us, give a compliment then go and do your thing. Just notice what this does to you. How your heart opens, and you take that with you into your day.
Burst your Bubble is a method of the Jump Movement Foundation, aimed at connecting people. Burst your Bubble & Eindless would like to let you look at our city and the people who live there with different eyes so that you can see opportunities to learn more, make more connections and thus live together in an inclusive city, where everyone is welcome.
Burst your bubble
Painting art objects for Ukraine
With social experiments in the Eindhoven region, Burst your Bubble builds bridges between internationals and locals. Eindless bundles the stories that emerge from this.
Bobotie for Heritage Day
24 september 2024
Dit jaar in het teken van routes, netwerken & connecties
Heritage Day is a South African bank holiday celebrating the country’s diverse culture, traditions, and heritage. Heritage Day was introduced in 1995 to encourage all South Africans to celebrate their cultural heritage and show respect for each other’s traditions.
On Heritage Day, barbecues (braais) are held across South Africa, cultural events organised and traditional dances and music performed. It is a day of National Unity and Pride, where people celebrate their diverse backgrounds and traditions. A great day to serve the classic dish Bobotie.
world flav ours
1
Soak the bread in the milk and squeeze it out. Save the milk.
2
Fry the onion and garlic in a little oil until soft. Add the minced meat, greens or lentils/chickpeas and fry until brown. Add the curry powder, turmeric, chutney, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, and sultanas. Mix well.
3
Add the squeezed bread and mix again. Season with salt and pepper. Put the mixture in a greased baking dish.
4
Beat the eggs with the preserved milk and pour over the mince/ vegetable mixture. Place the bay leaves on top and sprinkle almond shavings on top.
5
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 30-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
You serve this South African classic with yellow rice (rice cooked with turmeric) and a salad. ‘Happy Heritage Day!’
Who celebrates Heritage Day?
Worldwide, about 60 million South Africans. In the Netherlands, around 20,000 and in Southeast Brabant an estimated several hundred.
INGREDIENTS
500 g minced beef or vegetarian mince or mixed vegetables cut into small pieces, such as peppers, courgettes, carrots, or lentils/chickpeas, drained
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
1 slice of white bread, without crust
125 ml milk
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons mango chutney
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
50 g sultanas
2 eggs
salt & pepper to taste
2 bay leaves
almond shavings
Carrie
Carrie Shimakawa
Expats often find themselves in a bubble of fellow expatriates, seeking support and advice on childcare, health, employment, and real estate. Locals traditionally rely on their networks of friends and family for support. Although expats and locals may initially exist within separate bubbles, these bubbles have porous borders, with people frequently moving between them.
Carrie, who moved to Hilversum in 2013 and settled in Eindhoven in 2014, has spent nearly a decade raising three boys with her Japanese-born husband. Her commitment to weekly Dutch lessons was pivotal for her swift integration into Dutch society. ‘There wasn’t a grand, champagne popping moment when Eindhoven suddenly felt like home,’ Carrie explained. ‘The feeling of home came in dribs and drabs along the way, with each new phase of my life as a mother and from making both international and Dutch friends.’
Having transcended her ‘expat bubble’, Carrie now sees her Dutch friends as essential to her social life. However, she notes a challenge: ‘My Dutch friends have a longer established support network of family and friends, and are often less able to meet up. It is not a Dutch thing, it’s a locals first thing: if you haven’t been uprooted you aren’t desperately searching for a new social network.’
Expat experience varies widely among individuals, influenced by factors such as family status, income, care responsibilities, language skills, and social circles. Race and ethnicity also impact these experiences. Carrie, who is English, is often mistaken for a local - until, as she puts it: ‘I open my mouth and people hear a foreign accent.’ Her husband Masaki, originally from Japan, is often seen as a ‘foreigner’ despite his partial Dutch upbringing.
Masaki and Carrie speak Dutch and English at home and their three boys have a predominantly Dutch identity. Their family exemplifies the rich tapestry of experiences and complexities within the expat community.
Eindhoven’s growth as a brainport region demands a talented workforce from around the globe, setting the stage for a fast-paced internationalisation. Ankita Mukherjee sat down for a coffee chat with British expat Carrie Shimakawa, a resident of the expat-heavy neighborhood of Meerhoven.
‘I can’t think of anything that excites a greater sense of childlike wonder than to be in a country where you are ignorant of almost everything. Suddenly you are five years old again. You can’t read anything, you have only the most rudimentary sense of how things work, you can’t even reliably cross a street without endangering your life. Your whole existence becomes a series of interesting guesses.’ - Bill Bryson
AT THE REGIO RADAR
Highlights in September
1 Visitors to the contemporary exhibition #Witch Hunt in Cranendonck Castle in Soerendonk will discover the gripping story of the witch hunt first-hand.
13 -15 Valkenswaard 80 years liberated: commemoration & celebration with the Corso & Culture Festival. Dahlia festivities, street theatre, music and family entertainment on the Market and Statie.
14 -15
Best 80 years liberated: under the title ‘Remember September’, the annual WW2 event takes place at Bevrijdende Vleugels with activities for young and old.
15 At the Hapertse Boerenmert you go back in time with old crafts, demonstrations and a historical parade. A nostalgic day full of activities for the whole family.
22 Music with Taste brings live music, theatre and delicious snacks in the green surroundings of the ‘t Wasven domain. Including children’s programme and workshops.
22 Goyvaerts Nazomertuin lets you enjoy the late summer in style with live music, DJ sets, food trucks & barbecue in the historical setting of the DomusDela Complex in Eindhoven.
29 A special mix of art, poetry and music in the atmospheric Helmond Castle. This Sunday there is the cultural triptych Travel.
UNTIL 29 In the unique exhibition Women’s Affairs you will learn more about how women have dealt with menstruation, pregnancy and menopause throughout the centuries. Oirschot
ENTIRE MONTH
Hippisch September, a month full of horse-riding activities in the Kempen for young and old, such as the Klompenrit, the traditional Eersel-Postelrally rally to the Postel Abbey and open days at equestrian companies. J&P Rit in Borkel en Schaft: annual orientation ride and tour through the beautiful countryside and on 24 September the Cartierrally, an exciting puzzle tour for teams on horseback and in carriages through the Cartierheide Hapert forests.
ENTIRE MONTH Eindhoven celebrates 80 years of freedom with Freedom Vibes 040, a programme full of projects and events that underline the value of peace and freedom. Special focus on involving young people in the celebrations.
