Featured Events in Amsterdam in January, 2025 (June Updated)

Get ready for a night of laughs, empowerment, and an inclusive space where everyone is welcome—on stage and in the audience! Funny Women Amsterdam invites you to our Open Mic Night, a celebration of comedy and community that welcomes people from all backgrounds to come together and enjoy the magic of live performance. Whether you’re a comedy lover, a first-timer, or simply curious, this event promises a joyful evening of discovery and connection. Since 2019, Funny Women Amsterdam has been a home for diverse and dynamic voices in comedy. We’re more than just a showcase; we’re a platform committed to creating an inclusive space that empowers women and underrepresented voices in the comedy world. Our mission is to break down barriers, make room for new talent, and redefine what comedy can be—open to all who want to participate, laugh, and support. Our Open Mic Night features both seasoned comedians and first-time performers, so no matter your experience level, you’re welcome to take the stage and share your voice with an enthusiastic audience. And if you’re here to watch, get ready for a fresh and exciting lineup of acts from across the Netherlands and beyond. Every performance brings something new, and we’re thrilled to share these incredible talents with you. Event Details 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM (GMT+1) 📍 Location: Volta 🏠 Address: Houtmankade 336, 1013 RR Amsterdam So grab your friends, mark your calendars, and get ready to kick back, relax, and be part of a community that believes laughter is for everyone. Our open mic is the perfect chance to experience the thrill of live comedy, discover up-and-coming talents, and support a movement committed to equal representation on the comedy stage. About Funny Women Founded in 2002 by Lynne Parker, Funny Women has been at the forefront of supporting and nurturing female comedy talent globally. Known for its annual Funny Women Awards, this UK-based organisation is dedicated to helping women in comedy make their voices heard. Their work has created opportunities for countless performers, paving the way for a more inclusive comedy world. Discover more at funnywomen.com Follow Us Stay updated on upcoming open mic spots, events, and comedy news by following us on Instagram at @funnywomenams Join Our Community on Patreon Want even more laughs and exclusive perks? Join us on patreon.com/funnywomen, where you can access special goodies and support our mission to bring diverse comedy to the stage. Every contribution helps us create more opportunities for new voices in comedy! Everyone’s welcome—whether you’re on stage or in the audience, we can’t wait to see you there. Let’s make it a memorable night filled with laughter, inclusivity, and joy. See you at Volta! Information Source: Funny Women Amsterdam | eventbrite

Amsterdam! Pekky Comedy Club is here to bring you a night of unstoppable laughs alongside cocktails and bites! Join us at Super Sunday Comedy! On Sundays- Amsterdam roars with laughter! Featuring a hilarious lineup of the best comedians from Amsterdam + exciting travelling International comedians. We frequently have top comedians from Comedy Central and BBC as part of the shows! 6 top comedians will take you on a journey of jokes while a brilliant host delights you with funny crowdwork! This show will be produced by the Local Tourist - Ram Arangi (featured on BBC Radio) - straight from his 15 countries sold out tour! Come & celebrate this English Comedy Night with non-stop laughs alongside special cocktails & bites served by the coziest bar in town! 🍸🎭🎉 Follow Local Tourist Comedy on Instagram to get a glimpse of the fun you can expect :) https://www.instagram.com/localtouristcomedy/ Ram Arangi - The producer of the show! https://youtu.be/PnQ8HEEUjzk The best place to hang with your favorite people - let's laugh out loud! Sunday Funday! The most epic comedy shows taking place in the coziest bat in town - Bar Pekky! Pekky Comedy Club - equally fun for the lovely audience & our funny comedians! Information Source: Ram Arangi | eventbrite

Matangi Moments: Maestro Morricone In 2025 continueert Matangi hun serie Matangi Moments in de Amstelkerk in Amsterdam. Een uur genieten van de sublieme wereld die het strijkkwartet biedt. Laat je betoveren door concerten waar Matangi nieuwe wegen verkent en vernieuwende klanklandschappen creëert. Dit keer is Carel Kraayenhof te gast waarmee Matangi een programma heeft samengesteld om de meester van de filmmuziek Ennio Morricone te eren. Matangi is samen met Carel zijn muziekarchief ingedoken en hebben een aantal parels uit Morricone’s oeuvre gearrangeerd voor bandoneon en strijkkwartet. Morricone over Carel: ‘His interpretation is perfect and totally involved, intense and rigorous and in my opinion, he makes the instrument work in a non-traditional manner that makes it surprisingly relevant.’ De Matangi’s en Carel verklanken in een magisch concert de wereld van Morricone en zijn inspiratiebronnen, maar ook de muzikale erfenis die hij heeft achtergelaten bij andere componisten. Information Source: Matangi Quartet | eventbrite

Three session writing workshop: Session #1: Sunday, January 19 - 14.30 - 17.30 Session #2: Sunday, January 26 - 14.30 - 16.30 Session #3: Sunday, February 2 - 14.30 - 16.30 “if you’re on time, you’re late “ is a three-part workshop series by Taylor Le Melle for writers of speculative fiction, science fantasy, and magical realism. During this series of three workshops we will experiment with timed automatic writing in response to a question or prompt. We will drink tea and discuss what it takes to show up at the desk or wherever you write, and at the end of this workshop you can leave with additional structures to support your creative work. The thing is, inspiration is ecstatic, sure, and craft is honed through experience, yes, but in addition to those talents, Octavia E. Butler also had a plan, Ursula Le Guin also had a daily routine. How do we reconcile the rote work of being available to write with our urgent work of dismantling one of England's violent inventions: standardised time? And while writing is not only a cognitive exercise, it does, at a very basic level, entail the firing of electricity from our guts to our brains and then on to other parts of us via the nervous system. First stop after the brain is the heart, by the way. So, the question is, how can we create more heart for our writing by what we feed the gut? We will be feeding the gut during the workshop because food, or minerals, or our parting gift from the earth, is what carries information to every cell in our bodies, or our DNA, or our gift from our people that came before us in time. Automatic writing is a way of translating that information that the minerals carry. * Snacks and drinks will be provided during the workshop. Please let us know if you are attending and have any food allergies. Taylor Le Melle is based in Amsterdam and is a writer. Taylor’s work has been published in the anthology Carrier Bag Fiction by Spectre Books, and as an editor published Orion J. Facey’s cult science fantasy classic The Virosexuals. Information Source: W139 | eventbrite

As part of the Van Gogh Museum's temporary exhibitions, you will have the opportunity to explore the Vive l'Impressionnisme exhibition with curator and art historian İrem Sezer. Together, we will examine the works of modern art masters such as Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, and Auguste Rodin, delving into the origins of modern art and gaining a deeper understanding of Impressionism—a movement that profoundly influenced Van Gogh's art. The language of the tour will be English unless all participants are Turkish.To facilitate communication and organization, a temporary WhatsApp group is created prior to the tours. Please contact the organizer for more information.All entrance tickets to the museum is organized by the organizer, please contact her regarding this. Information Source: Ben Sanattan Anlamam ki | eventbrite

Nice Flaps invites Home Cinema to bring a new moving image perspective to our series of collective drawing sessions. This session will center on collectively exploring the intersection of the cinematic, drawing, and personal memories, led by artist Andoni Zamora. “The settings in my dreams often come from places where I lived as a child. I rarely dream about the environments I currently interact with. When I return to my hometown and encounter familiar landmarks like the fountain, the doorway, and the wardrobe, a part of me is transported back to those dreamlike states or memories.” Andoni Zamora invites participants to bring pieces of their memories to create a collective landscape. The session will focus on representing and translating these images through drawing. This workshop layers an improvised fictional narrative onto a collectively imagined scenery, blending memory with collaborative fiction storytelling. Participants will be invited to draw objects or architectural elements from their memories or dreams, while Andoni will contribute scenographic elements. This will unfold through a series of quick drawing exercises that will then be translated into larger illustrations. In the final part of the workshop, we will collaboratively speculate and narrate a story that ties together all the contributions. This story will then be performed and culminate in a one-shot film that captures the pictorial narrative. Information Source: Nice Flaps | eventbrite

Join us for Paint & Sip - Firefly Jar! Come and unleash your inner artist at our fun-filled Paint & Sip event. Grab your friends and spend a delightful evening painting a firefly inspired landscape while sipping on your favorite beverages. Date: Sunday 19 January 2025 Time: 16:00:00 GMT+0100 (Central European Standard Time) Location: Bijlmerplein (exact address to be shared after registration) No experience is necessary - the talented instructor will guide you step by step, ensuring you create a masterpiece to be proud of. Whether you're a seasoned painter or just starting out, this event is perfect for everyone. Get ready to relax, unwind, and let your creativity flow. We'll provide all the painting supplies, including canvases, brushes, and paints. You just need to bring your enthusiasm, your favourite drink and a desire to have a great time! Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to express yourself through art. Reserve your spot now and get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of painting and sipping! Follow for more info and updates: instagram.com/tipsyartists.workshop fb.com/tipsyartistsworkshop Information Source: Tipsy Artists | eventbrite

WEIRD LAUGHS: Live English Comedy – January 19th, 20:00 On January 19th, join us at Amsterdam’s coolest speakeasy comedy room, De Nieuwe Anita in Amsterdam West, for annight of stand-up, music, sketch comedy, and more. Get ready for a night of live English comedy event that’s like SNL, but weirder and possibly worse! 🎤🎶 🎭 Show starts at 20:00. 📍 Location: De Nieuwe Anita, Amsterdam West 🎟️ Tickets: Early Bird: 10 € (Buy now – they sell out fast!)At the Door: 15 €Grab your tickets now — this show will sell out fast! Information Source: Funny Business Amsterdam | eventbrite

It can feel a bit anxious at the start of an improv scene: who are we, what are we doing?? You and your scene partner are spewing out offers but, with so much happening, it's hard to listen and connect. Now you're playing a married couple when you started off as siblings, yikes! In this workshop, we will slooow down the moment and hone our active listening skills. By staying present and attuned to our fellow players, we will ensure no offer goes unnoticed or unappreciated. Booking online in advance is required. Tickets are non-refundable. Please contact info@easylaughs.nl in case of unforeseen circumstances. For more information see our Terms and Conditions. Donate to easylaughs and help us help people discover improv! 100% of your donation will go the easylaughs Scholarship program. To find out more, click HERE. easylaughs improvisation workshops are held Amsterdam and delivered in English. CREA is a wheelchair Information Source: easylaughs | eventbrite

'Nuestro camino' stands for the musical flamenco path that flamenco dancer Miki María Vos and flamenco guitarist Vicente José Santiago have been walking together since 2015. This path leads along various flamenco styles such as Bulerías, Tangos, and Guajiras. The starting point is Amsterdam, as Miki and Vicente first performed their first composition for dance and guitar there. The path then leads via the Zambra and the Tangos to Granada, via the Taranto to the coast of Murcia, and then on to Barcelona and the Spanish Pyrenees. 'Nuestro camino uniquely shows the development and interplay' between flamenco guitar and dance. Program (60 minutes)∙ Guajira∙Bulerías∙Sevillanas∙Malagueña∙Granaína-Zambra-Tientos-Tangos∙Taranta∙Taranto∙Seguiriya∙Alegrías Credits: Idea: Miki Maria Vos & Vicente Santiago Dance / Choreographies: Miki Maria Vos Compositions / guitar: Vicente Santiago Production: Yota Baron Biographies Miki Maria Vos was born in Leiden, and started classical ballet at the age of four. She devotedly built her dance career and, in addition to classical ballet, jazz, and modern dance, started with flamenco in 2007, where she found her final destination with her half-Spanish background. While she studied with all the major flamenco names in the Netherlands, Seville, and Granada, she studied law. In recent years she has taught and performed in the Netherlands, Spain, Belgium, Germany, and Greece. In 2022 she performed as a guest artist in the Concertgebouw and in 2023 and 2024 she danced in the official program of the Festival de Jerez under the direction of renowned choreographer Javier Latorre. Vicente José Santiago was born into a Spanish gypsy family in Murcia in 1990 and learned the rhythms and codes of flamenco during family gatherings. He started playing guitar at the age of 11 and, studied at the conservatories of Cartagena, Córdoba and Rotterdam. His teachers included PacoPeña and Manolo Sanlúcar. Vicente performs as a soloist, as an accompanist for singers and dancers,, and, is currently recording his first solo album with his own compositions. He also composed music has such as Javier Latorre and companies such as the Ballet Flamenco Lo Ferro. Vicente performed at major festivals such as the Flamenco Biennale Nederland, the Festival Flamenco deLo Ferro, onHet Concertgebouw, and in the concert series “Masters on the Guitar” he gave a solo concert in HetConcertgebouw.Miki and Vicente met in 2015 and have been working together on various formations and projects ever, since. Public Transport From CS: tram 26 to Steigereiland stop. Cycling From CS: follow Piet Heinkade east. Panamalaan, right with bend. Left Zeeburgerdijk. Flevoweg >> Amsterdamsebrug. Take the stairs down the bridge. Turn left in easterly direction follow dike. Cross the cycle bridge. Or: Cross the Amsterdamsebrug and turn right at Zuiderzeeweg. Cross the Enneüs Heermabrug. Turn right at the traffic lights. Car From CS: follow Piet Heinkade eastwards through Piet Heintunnel. Follow Zuiderzeeweg towards IJburg. Cross Herremabrug. Turn right at the traffic lights. Information Source: Yota Baron flamenco productions | eventbrite

Welcome to StayOkay Oost 21 January! Get ready for a night of laughter as Socrates Presents: Stand Up Comedy at Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost (Zeeburg). Join us for a hilarious evening filled with talented comedians ready to make you laugh until your sides hurt. Don't miss out on this opportunity to unwind, socialize, and enjoy some great comedy. Grab your friends and come on down for a night you won't forget! Information Source: Socrates Inglessis | eventbrite

Tafeltennis les van Anouk, speelster in de eredivisie en deelnemer aan de Europese Jeugd Kampioenschappen. Heb jij de tafeltennis-rivaliteit met je collega's en wil je ze nu voor eens en voor altijd verslaan of wil jij gewoon een keer testen hoe het is om tafeltennis les te krijgen? Schrijf je dan nu in. Let op: er zijn lessen op de volgende data waar je je voor kan inschrijven 14 januari21 januari28 januari11 februari18 februari25 februari11 maart18 maart25 maartVoor een overzicht van alle lessen - klik hier! Information Source: B. Amsterdam padel | eventbrite

Сергій Степанисько вирушає в тур Європою із новою сольною програмою, маючи на меті не тільки надірвати животики глядачам, а й зібрати коштів на українські Сили Оборони. Комік і, за сумісництвом, магістр філології, везе у твоє місто інтелігентні жарти та елітарний вайб Підпільного Cтендапу. Вас очікує соковитий вечір, котрий буде по-своєму унікальним у кожному місті, оскільки Сергій Степанисько багато імпровізує і має що розповісти українцям у будь-якій країні Євросоюзу. Приходьте на івент до срібного призера олімпіади з української мови ім. Петра Яцика і станьте свідком непересічних приколів та історій, народжених у вільній Україні. 100% прибутку з туру йде на користь українських військових! Information Source: ib promotion | eventbrite

We start the new season with an exploration of creativity that bridges the analogue and digital. Visual artist Daniel Wesseik invites us into his world of playful narratives and experimental typography, shaped by a fascination with imaginary languages. From his creative process to his transformative residency in Japan, this talk offers insights into how tools like the typewriter inspire innovation across animation, illustration, and beyond. — Daniel Wesseik (b. 1985) is an Amsterdam based visual artist and educator, working primarily with animation, illustration, and typography. His body of work encompasses short films, animated loops, and drawings that are characterised by playful and poetic narratives and an experimental approach. His works were presented in numerous film festivals and exhibitions in the Netherlands and around the world. Wesseik’s creative practice merges analogue and digital tools, with a typewriter playing a significant role in his work. In 2024, as a guest of the Hiroshima Animation Festival Residency, he began integrating a Japanese typewriter into his creative process, which continues to influence his practice today. — In his talk, Wesseik will delve into his use of a typewriter and playful approach to typography, which is intertwined with his fascination for imaginary languages (glossolalia). He will share insights from his creative process, from conceptual thinking to the construction of drawings and animated works. The talk will also cover his three-month residency in Hiroshima as a guest of the Hiroshima Animation Festival, where he integrated a Japanese typewriter and further developed ongoing projects. — Hosted at: De Lange Adem Ruyschstraat 295, 1091 DX Amsterdam — Supported by: Bold Monday & PICTORIGHT Fonds Information Source: letterspace.amsterdam | eventbrite

Op donderdag 23 januari 2025 komen we om 20.00 uur samen om elkaar te ontmoeten en Ik heet Karmozijn te bespreken, onder leiding van Nicole Ex (hoofdredacteur van See All This) en Francien Schuursma (voormalig uitgever van De Bezige Bij). Speciale gast is Hanneke van der Heijden, die werkte aan de vertaling van dit boek, en veel meer zal vertellen over de achtergrond van dit verhaal. Tot dan! Donderdag 28 november Locatie: Huis Vasari, Herengracht 388, Amsterdam Tijd: 19.45 uur inloop, start 20.00 uur tot 21.30 uur Prijs: €15 Information Source: See All This | eventbrite

Welkom bij deVirtuagym Startersdag!Schrijf je nu in voor een dag vol netwerken, leren en inspiratie over jouw favoriete fitness software!Bijna alles gaat tegenwoordig digitaal en dat is heel fijn, maar jij weet ook hoe waardevol het is om elkaar in het echt te spreken. Dat vinden wij bij Virtuagym ook! Daarom nodigen wij je graag uit voor de Virtuagym Startersdag in het hoofdkantoor van Virtuagym in hartje Amsterdam. Maak contact met andere ondernemers, leer tips en trucs om je fitnessbedrijf te optimaliseren, en ontdek de nieuwste functies en updates van Virtuagym. Mis deze kans niet om je kennis van Virtuagym te verbeteren en je bedrijf naar een hoger niveau te tillen. Dus schrijf je nu in. Geheel kosteloos! Dit is wat je kunt verwachten: Een dag vol informatieve en interactieve sessies over VirtuagymLeer in 1 dag hoe jij het maximale uit Virtuagym kunt halenOntmoet mede ondernemers, leer van elkaar en doe inspiratie opWat vinden onze klanten ervan?''Heel prettig om een dag lang meegenomen te worden door het hele systeem''''Super fijn om even 1 op 1 mijn vragen te kunnen stellen''''Een nieuw software systeem leren kennen is altijd even wennen. Fijn om dat samen met andere ondernemers te doen en ook hun vragen te horen''Kom jij ook? Information Source: Virtuagym | eventbrite

Discover a delightful evening at the upcoming WE Bike NYC January Happy Hour in New York City. This event will take place at the Arts and Crafts Beer Parlor located at 1135 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10025 on January 23, 2025. Join like-minded cycling enthusiasts for an evening of networking, socializing, and fun. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow cyclists and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience at WE Bike NYC January Happy Hour.

Get fit and healthy for real Sign up for SportStart!This time make a permanent change for your health and fitness. You know it's time to do something. Out of breath climbing stairs, stiff and achy, out of shape. But where do you start, and how? What can you expect? This workshop is a mixture of no-nonsense information sharing, self reflexion and discussions. A team of 2 experienced fitness experts guide you through basic questions like: What do you like to do?What fits your lifestyle?How will you succeed starting?and most important How will you stay on track this time?You will understand why you will succeed this time, and learn pro-actively manage challenges ahead. For sure you will face them again, only this time you have a plan of attack. Is this for you? Are you a woman nearing or over 40 years and know something should change. You are reluctant to step into that gym, a bit scared to approach a coach or ask a friend to join. Then this workshop is designed for you. Besides, meet other people starting their fitness journey too, meet our team of friendly and patient experts. A supporting network. What is included? The 3-hour workshop includes coffee, tea, water and a healthy lunch in an informal setting. With micro masterclasses, questionnaires, assignments, and group discussions we explore the best sport format for you. In a complementary workbook you journal thoughts and ideas, note tools and tips, thus build a great reference for the weeks to come. Lastly, you will get our support and of those who joined in the period after your SportStart. Don't expect a workout, nothing physical. First, we put our brains to work. What does it cost? Normal price: € 49,95 per person * Introduction price: € 39,95 per person * * excluding ticket charge € 1,29 Finally ... Sign up and set yourself up for success this time! Don't miss out on this opportunity, and book your spot timely, since there are limited spots available. Information Source: Masja Kristelijn | eventbrite

Pop-up Ping Pong Party & Tournament🏓A crazy table tennis experience on tables you've never seen before. An evening filled with play, drinks, snacks, music, bouncing balls and a tournament for sweaty competition. Play casual and challenge your friends, or join the tournament if you're up for the challenge. Just want to hang out and enjoy the music? No problem, there is plenty of room for that! For an impression of the tables and to check out the vibe, visit our Instagram or Tiktok page. The bar will serve a variety of beers and other drinks to make sure you keep hydrated while playing💦 TournamentDuring the evening there is a ‘King of the table’ tournament. At each of the tables you can score stickers by winning the round, which you can stick on your paddle. The more stickers you collect, the better you are. Choose your favourite table to focus on, and become the king of that table. Want to be the best overall? Score as many stickers across the six different tables. The players with the most stickers will move on to the final to battle until the one true king is left🏆! Line-up:* The Classic || 2Player 🏓 3 tables available * The Tripong || 3Player * The Circle || 4Player * The Line || 2Player * The Squash || 2Player * The Tube || 2Player Will you hold the trophy at the end of the night? Get your tickets in advance for €12,-, Or at the door for €15,-. The ticket gives you a spot in the tournament & entrance for the entire evening. We will supply the paddles & balls! See you there! Information Source: Pop-up Ping Pong | eventbrite

“Les envieux mourront, mais non jamais l’envie” disait Molière. L’envie, c’est ce qui ronge Mathilde qui veut devenir riche et être une grande dame du Tout-Paris. Invitée à un bal au ministère, elle sera la reine de la soirée, c’est décidé ! Mais pour y aller, il lui faut bien s’habiller et porter de beaux bijoux. Il lui faudra la plus belle des Parures… Spectacle de théâtre d'ombres, d'après la nouvelle de Guy de Maupassant Création et mise en scène : Monsieur&MadameThéâtre.nl (Natacha Demant et Vincent Bonnet) A partir de 3 ans, nos jeunes spectateurs vont apprécier la magie de la lumière et pour les plus grands, en plus de cette magie, ils se laisseront emporter par l'histoire... Tarifs: 1 adulte et 1 enfant : 8€ (+ frais Eventbrite) 2 adultes et 2 enfants ou 1 adulte et 3 enfants : 15€ (+ frais Eventbrite) Information Source: MonsieurTheatre.nl | eventbrite

TCT TUNA - That Comedy Thing - Tiny Underground Newbie Award 🎤 Watch a comedian win their first competition 😬 10 newbie comedians compete 👏 You help decide the winner 🍺In one of Amsterdam's most legendary comedy locations: Volta, near Westerpark! ❗This is the last regular TUNA show of Season 2! Season 3 will start in spring 🎫 Seating is limited, buy your tickets now! TCT shows can sell out quick Out of 10 newbie comedians there can only be one winner of the TUNA (Tiny Underground Newbie Award). The only competition that settles the important question: Which of these newbie comedians is the funniest in the Amsterdam Underground? That Comedy Thing has been a stepping stone for beginning comedians in Amsterdam. We're all about new comedians and strive to be a propaganda machine for the exciting Amsterdam underground comedy scene. Information Source: That Comedy Thing | eventbrite

Step into a unique fusion of movement, mindfulness, and strength with our Yoga x Martial Arts session. This workshop blends the fluidity of yoga with the precision and discipline of martial arts, creating an empowering experience for both body and mind. This session is perfect for those who want to challenge themselves physically and mentally, whether you're new to yoga, martial arts, or both. All levels of experience are welcome—our guided approach ensures everyone can participate at their own pace. Discover the synergy between movement and mindfulness as you unleash your inner strength, improve balance, and walk away feeling grounded yet energized. Meet our wellness coach Kuda Nemane! He practises yoga, various forms of martial arts and is a massage therapist. Over the course of 15 years he has build up professional experience in the field of holistic healing, and shares his skills with great pleasure. He will share a unique yoga practise that combines martial arts and gymnastics within the yoga flows at our sessions. Expect down to earth spirituality, connection and fun! *Participants should bring their own yoga mats. Information Source: NIO House Amsterdam | eventbrite

Click here to register for the course. Don’t miss your chance to join! The course is free of charge, placement will be based on your motivation letter. This course is dedicated to unlocking the body, voice, and creative capacity, enhancing participants' presentation skills, and uncovering their creative potential. Throughout the course, participants will learn about voice production, interaction with partners, and explore impulses, senses of touch, and stage presence. Moreover, participants will be proposed character creation and storytelling techniques. The techniques that will be used: are performance and acting practices (drama and physical theatre), including Grotowski, Barba methods, Stanislavski, Meyerhold, Chekhov, and Terzopoulos, integrating with the curator's extensive on-stage and teaching experience. Who Should Attend (for adults 18+)This course is ideal for: Anyone looking to improve their presentation skills, and self-confidence; wants to explore body and voice capacity.Those eager to explore their hidden creative potential.Individuals interested in storytelling, seek self-reflective and therapeutic experiences through acting.People looking to make new friends and connect with like-minded individuals.Course StructureThe course is divided into two modules: January-April: Introduction to various acting techniques and exercises to liberate body and voice. Group and partner work. Creative writing. Working with stage presence.April-June: Focus on presentation skills and development of material chosen or created by the participants. Presentation.Reserve Your Spot Today!Spaces are limited, so be sure to register now to secure your place. Information Source: Mihutskaya Production | eventbrite

We're playing with status today! Through a series of improv exercises, we'll practice the subtleties of power, authority, and humility, ensuring that our characters and scenes are dynamic, respectful, and full of depth. Whether you're leading or following, this workshop will help you switch from beggar to chooser and everything in between. Booking online in advance is required. Tickets are non-refundable. Please contact info@easylaughs.nl in case of unforeseen circumstances. For more information see our Terms and Conditions. Donate to easylaughs and help us help people discover improv! 100% of your donation will go the easylaughs Scholarship program. To find out more, click HERE. easylaughs improvisation workshops are held Amsterdam and delivered in English. CREA is a wheelchair accessible venue. Information Source: easylaughs | eventbrite

Listening to the Infinite Garden Language: English Equipment needed: comfortable clothes, a yoga mat if you have one, and a phone with any recording app if you have one. Age: In principle there is no age limit to the workshop, though you have to be aware that it will require a long span of concentration, and it might be difficult for people of a young age. Can we reconsider our relationship with the natural environment by changing our listening perspective? Can we dream of a space where there is no barrier between us and the environment? During the workshop we will practice different listening patterns, connecting our ears, our bodies and our dreams; we will also perform some Deep Listening scores and collective compositions among the classics of Pauline Oliveros. Information Source: Zone2Source | eventbrite

Discover the intriguing world of wordplay at Topics #9 - Woordenwisselaars event in Amsterdam. This exciting event will take place on January 27, 2025, at Bos en Lommerweg 380. Immerse yourself in a day filled with linguistic creativity and explore the power of words in a thought-provoking setting. Admission to this event is free, making it accessible to all language enthusiasts. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the art of word exchange and expand your knowledge in a captivating environment.

On 6 December, we want to look back at the Ornamenta 2024, regional cultural programme in Germany’s Northern Black Forest, and celebrate the launch of Tubelight's new magazine issue, including an extensive article on Ornamenta. During the event, we zoom out of the cultural programme in the Northern Black Forest and reflect on international cultural collaborations and programming taking place in provincial areas. We discuss the impact of international programming on local populations and how local cultural scenes enrich international art biennales. We talk about what aftercare could look like when setting up collaborations with local partners in provincial areas in other countries. Lastly, we want to find out how to maintain sustainable partnerships and ensure long-term impact. The speakers will be Yvonne Dröge Wendel, acclaimed artist and, since 2009, head of the Fine Arts deparment at the Gerrit Rietveld Acadmie in Amsterdam and curator, exhibition maker and film- and performance director Jules van den Langenberg. He was part of the curatorial team of the Ornamenta 2024. The event will be moderated by creative advisor at DutchCulture Astrid Mörk. This event is a collaboration between Tubelight Magazine, DutchCulture and Goethe-Institut Niederlande. Information Source: Goethe-Institut Niederlande | eventbrite

Experience the magic of the Oberheim TEO-5 at the exciting demonstration hosted by Bax Music in Amsterdam. Join music enthusiasts on January 29, 2025, at Bax-shop | Bax Music Amsterdam to witness the cutting-edge features and powerful sound of the Oberheim TEO-5. This event is free of charge, so don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of music technology. The venue is located at 1 Woonmall, 1101 BH Amsterdam.

The recipient of this year’s ABN AMRO Art Award is the artist Selma Selman (1991). As part of the award, Selman created an exhibition titled Sleeping Guards, on view starting January 30, 2025, at the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam. The exhibition will showcase work in a variety of media — including performance, drawing, installation, and film — with which Selman compellingly and poetically addresses the position of women while questioning the manner in which society assigns value to labor and materials.

Begin 2025 met een onbeschreven blad! In deze speciale nieuwjaarseditie van de workshop creatief schrijven kijken we terug op het afgelopen jaar en beginnen we met frisse energie aan 2025. In een creatief lokaal van een oud schoolgebouw gaan we met inspirerende schrijfoefeningen aan de slag. We pakken de pen vast en laten verwachtingen en regels los. Naast het schrijven van je eigen gedicht, krijg je de ruimte om woorden te verrijken tot een visionboard. Of je nu een ervaren schrijver bent, beginner of iets er tussenin: iedereen is welkom! Klaar om even stil te staan en met frisse zin het nieuwe jaar in te gaan? Wat kun je verwachten? Creativiteit - ontdek een nieuwe kant van jezelfGezelligheid - leer jezelf en elkaar beter kennenOntspanning - neem tijd om stil te staan en je gedachten te vangen Programma: 19:15 - 19:30 inloop 19:30 - 21:30 workshop Je hoeft niets voor te bereiden. Trek wat warms aan dan regel ik de rest!Voor een sfeerimpressie, prive workshops of vragen kan jij altijd bij mij terecht. Het wordt een onbeschrijfelijke avond. Tot dan! Liefs, Open met Dicht Information Source: Open met Dicht | eventbrite