MAG Utrecht #15: January & February 2019

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2019

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

Stadsschouwburg Utrecht is a leading theatre in Central Netherlands.

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

opera Nederlandse Reisopera & Theater Magdeburg present a staggering love drama with hypnotic music, lyrical episodes and arias in Die tote Stadt | 22 Jan

musical and performing arts With her crystal-clear voice Anneke van Giersbergen enchants both lovers of acoustic music and metalheads in Inchecken | 22 Jan Ashton Brothers & Noordpool Orkest explode in music, acrobatics, clownery, slapstick and sorcery | 20 Feb With a mix of dance, music, acrobatics and physical theatre The Ruggeds will take the audience along for a ride into the tale of their family ties in Between Us | 26 Feb

dance and ballet R.E.D.O. is a performance about setback, will power, identity and motivation | 4 Jan

Flemish choreographer Ann Van den Broek makes daring, experimental performances with dance, video and live music at Blueprint on memory | 9 Jan ‘TWOOLS’ is a fast moving performance in which dansers of Scapino Ballet Rotterdam shows short dance pieces in high frequency | 17 Jan For the audience that wants to rediscover flamenco in a contemporary dance style ‘Nocturno’ is a fascinating experience | 23 Jan Conny Janssen Danst presents ‘Broos’: a sparkling dance performance about old age, youth and the fragility of life | 6 & 27 Feb In Grand Finale ten dancers and four musicians go on stage with powerful solos and quick-changing formations | 19 Feb

Sparkling dance performance about age Welcome to de Bijenkorf Utrecht’s finest department store Home to exclusive brands such as See by ChloÊ, Longchamp, Balenciaga, Acne Studios and Hugo Boss.

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Sint Jacobsstraat 1A, Utrecht City Centre For opening hours, more information and other store locations: deBijenkorf.nl/international

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Welcome to Utrecht Even though it’s cold in January & February, nothing beats a brisk walk along the circular canal surrounding the old city.

Although you can’t make a complete circuit yet, the walk will still take you past the most beautiful spots Utrecht has to offer. In February, you can peek inside the homes of ordinary people and students during two living room festivals: Gluren bij de Buren and Stukafest. Sinking into someone’s comfy sofa to watch a performance by local talent sounds like a perfect way to spend a winter’s day, doesn’t it?

MAG Utrecht also features a calendar with up-to-date information on all the theatre, exhibitions, festivals, movies and music events taking place in the city in the first two months of the year. You can find all the places we mention on the map in this magazine. So get to know the special places, the best bars and restaurants and the full scope of cultural activities the city has to offer, whether you are in the heart of the city or in one of the suburbs.

We hope you have a great time.

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Music, art, theatre & more A mix of acrobatics and physical theatre Theatre Motorcycles, flamenco & a ball Movies 3 tips Kids A journey through space Music Great gigs Exhibitions & museums The power of relics Festivals & events Living room festivals

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What’s happening Things to do & places to go Spotlight A circuit of the canal The local’s favourites Q&A with Agnes Weber

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January & February

What’s happening?

THINGS TO DO & PLACES TO GO

LOCAL FAVOURITE

Hygge

If you fancy a drink and a bite to eat away from the hustle and bustle of town, try one of the bars or restaurants on the outskirts of the city. This time we are featuring Hygge. There isn’t a literal translation for this Danish word, but ‘cosy’ probably comes closest.

Whatever the word may mean, it usually revolves around eating and drinking together. And that’s exactly what you can expect here.

The menu includes flans, salads, soup, sandwiches, nibbles, tacos and lots of choice for the kids. > Tuesday to Sunday from 10.30, Goeman Borgesiuslaan 77 hygge-utrecht.nl

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Utrecht, Caravaggio & Europe At the beginning of the Dutch Golden Age, Rome was the centre of the world. Young painters from throughout Europe were drawn to the city, where (it was said) Caravaggio was causing a revolution.

This new realism in painting had to be seen to be believed. So this is precisely what the Utrecht artists Dirck van Baburen, Hendrick ter Brugghen and Gerard van Honthorst did.

This exhibition doesn’t only feature their work, but also boasts a top piece

by Caravaggio (on loan from the Vatican).

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Hendrick Ter Brugghen, The Calling of Saint Matthew, 1621

LET’S CELEBRATE

Anniversary weekend

The last weekend of January is not only TivoliVredenburg’s fifth anniversary, but it’s also the fortieth anniversary of the Grote Zaal (largely used for classical concerts). So what can you expect? A packed programme varying from classical and jazz to pop and rock.

It includes Colin Benders and the Metropole Orkest, Patti Smith and the first edition of the Footprints Festival, which combines traditional and modern sounds with influences from every corner of the world. Hard to choose, right?

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‘EKKO IS ONE OF THE GO-TO PLACES OF ME AND MY FRIENDS’

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> Twisted is on sale at Hinkelman (Burgemeester Reigerstraat 63), Morty’s (Kanaalstraat 57), Familie van Rijk (Amsterdamsestraatweg 379) and Bij Kees (Rijnlaan 9) twistedjams.nl

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It’s always nice to take something local home with you as a souvenir. But what is typical of Utrecht? Simple: the jams, chutneys and relishes sold by Twisted. They are made from the fruit and vegetables that are too big, small, bent or ugly for the supermarkets.

So they’re not just delicious, they’re sustainable too.

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Agnes Weber, from Austria Creative Business student ‘TivoliVredenburg offers lots of concerts and engaging international events.

And the view from the outside terrace of Winkel van Sinkel can’t be beaten.

It’s great to enjoy it while drinking a glass of wine.’

Read all about Agnes’ favourites on page 14.

MUST-DO

Street art walk

Utrecht is bursting with fantastic murals and intriguing (illegal) graffiti.

But as they say, every picture tells a story. If you’re curious about the stories behind the art, try the street tour organised by Greetings from Utrecht. A local will take you on a walking tour, pointing out all the prominent and hidden works of art in the city centre.

The walk lasts 90 minutes and costs € 10 (children up to 16 free). You don’t need to book. > every Sunday at 11.00, look for the flag on the Neude greetingsfromutrecht.nl

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CULTURAL SUNDAY

New Year’s Dip (Nieuwjaarsduik)

The start of a new year signals the traditional start to the Utrecht cultural calendar. It’s as cosy as a warm bath, so come and immerse yourself in a mix of previews, lectures, presentations, workshops, exhibitions and live performances.

Once again, this year we are showcasing local up-and-coming makers. Talented musicians from the Dutch Pop Academy will be performing on the Rabo Open Stage in TivoliVredenburg, there are exhibitions in various galleries in town (such as Academiegalerie, EXbunker, Kunstliefde and Moira) and the day will be concluded with an actual urban dance battle in Winkel van Sinkel. > 13 January, various locations culturelezondagen.nl/english

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SPOTLIGHT

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WHATEVER SEASON OR DAY IT IS, NOTHING BEATS A WALK ALONG THE CIRCULAR CANAL SURROUNDING THE OLD CITY. THE ENTIRE CIRCUIT WILL TAKE YOU ABOUT TWO HOURS.

By Dieuwke de Boer

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e start our walk at Miffy square 1 . In the middle of this square is a bronze statue of the famous bunny, made by Dick Bruna’s son Marc. Cross the bridge and head towards Café Weerdzicht. Turn right. The water should now be on your right and you’ll see the 13th-century Weerd­sluis 2 lock in the distance. Follow the bend in the footpath. Walk under the bridge a little further on and you’ll find yourself on Nieuwekade. Follow this street until it bends to the left. Until late 2015, this was the end of the canal, but nowadays you can take the footpath along the new section of the canal. The footpath turns into

a pavement, which you continue along until you reach TivoliVredenburg.

Cross the road here.

This is where you need an alternative route, because although they’re currently digging out the canal, you won’t actually be able to make a complete circuit along the water until 2020. After passing Restaurant Danel, turn left towards Vredenburg. Cross the square towards Lange Elisabethstraat, which turns into Steenstraat. Turn right into Mariastraat, which takes you to Mariaplaats, where you turn right immediately in front of the Conservatoire building. Walk straight ahead for about 150 metres until you

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get to the building site fences. Turn left into Rijnkade. If you peek through the fence, you’ll see the section of canal that will be open to pedestrians in one or two years’ time.

Continue along this road and after passing Grand hotel Karel V, take the footpath along the canal to start the most attractive part of this walk. Cross the road (Lange Smeestraat) and keep to the footpath along the waterside.

After a little more than 100 metres, you’ll see the Geertekerk 3 church on your left.

Continue on the footpath, which bends to the left. You will now come to Ledig Erf 4 , the perfect spot to catch your breath at Café Ledig Erf, Eetcafé de Poort or the Louis Hartlooper Complex.

Once you’ve recharged your batteries, turn right – walking between the Louis Hartlooper Complex and Tolsteegbrug (bridge) – and go through the gate. Return to the footpath along the canal. After 500 metres, you’ll see the Sonnenborgh Museum and Observatory 5 on your left, a great place to discover all there is to know about the universe (see page 22). Continue on your way and on your left, just before Zocher park, you’ll see the Bruntskameren 6 . These are fifteen one-

THE FORMER PRISON NOW SERVES AS A BASE FOR A WIDE VARIETY OF CREATIVE ENTREPENEURS room houses, which the Utrecht lawyer Frederik Brunt had built in the grounds of his own house in 1621. They were intended for poor widows, who were allowed to live there without paying rent.

Continue straight ahead on the footpath.

You will come to Lepelenburg Park 7 , with its eye-catching red-and-white music tent where local musicians perform in the summer.

Stay on the footpath on the waterside and you will see the Stadsschouwburg Utrecht building in front of you. Cross the road and walk to the left of the building, over the Lucasbolwerk. Cross the next road diagonally towards Wittevrouwensingel. After a bend to the left and then one to the right, walk to the left of the former prison on Wolvenplein,

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which now serves as a base for a wide variety of creative entrepreneurs. Walk on towards Wolvenstraat, which takes you onto Van Asch van Wijckskade. Take the first road on your right, Begijnekade. Follow this road, which will again become Van Asch van Wijckskade. When you reach the Van Asch van Wijcksbridge, you’ll see a impressive mural looming in front of you, which is a work of art by the Utrecht artist Pyke Koch 8 (1901-1991).

If you carry on along the canal, you’ll find yourself back where you started. But if you turn right over the bridge and carry straight on, you’ll come to Het Muzieklokaal 9 . This is the perfect place to warm up with a glass of wine in your hand and some soothing classical music in the background.

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THE LOCAL’S FAVOURITES

‘THIS BENCH IS MY FAVOURITE SPOT TO CONTEMPLATE LIFE’

Q&A WITH AGNES WEBER

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Agnes Weber (23), originally from Austria, is studying Creative Business at Hogeschool Utrecht.

She’s been living here for two and a half years, after working in the United States as an au pair. How did she end up here? ‘I stumbled upon Utrecht as I was randomly looking for a study in English. I had never heard of the city but my inner voice said: “Hey lady, you have to check this out!” It turned out to be a fantastic choice. Utrecht has this reputation of being the little sister of Amsterdam, but that doesn’t do it justice at all. My mission is to showcase the unique spirit of the city.’

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Tranquillity spot

Versatile

‘If you’re looking for a really quiet and calm spot, I would recommend finding one specific bench looking out over the water, just across from the house on Billitonkade 9.

We all live our lives at a dizzying speed, so it’s good to take a moment to let your mind wander once in a while. This bench is the perfect spot to do just that.’

‘I live in the Lombok district, which also happens to be my favourite part of town.

It’s a very diverse neighbourhood and a perfect place to do your grocery shopping with all the fresh fruit and veg shops on Kanaalstraat. I also like going to Molen de Ster (Molenpark 3). It’s such a versatile place, because you can go there for live concerts, poem recitals, DJs, a cup of coffee or to pet the animals in the adjacent park.’

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‘There are many good coffee spots in town, but Rocking Chair (Willem van Noortstraat 88) definitely is my favourite. The vibe is great; it feels like a second living room.

Working there for the last six months was a good springboard to try out my Dutch and practice some latte art at the same time.

Also, the place oozes history. The building used to be a bank and the interior still features some original details: for instance, the former vault now is a kids corner.’

Food rescuers

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‘I’ve only been there once, but I would love to go back to Instock (Vleutenseweg 382).

It’s a restaurant with a mission: to fight food waste. They cook M eijer y nn ©L with unsold products that would otherwise be discarded.’

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

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Music, art, theatre & more © Thijn van er Linden

READ ALL ABOUT MUSIC, THEATRE, MOVIES, FESTIVALS, EXHIBITIONS AND KIDS’ ACTIVITIES IN JANUARY AND FEBRUARY.

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FRIENDS VS. FAMILY

BETWEEN US

You’ve got family and you’ve got friends.

But what if your friends are also your family? The Ruggeds have known each other since they were teenagers, growing up together. Using a mix of dance, music, acrobatics and physical theatre, they tell the story of their very special family ties.

What makes them a family? And how strong are their ties? > 26 February, Stadsschouwburg Utrecht stadsschouwburg-utrecht.nl

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Theatre REVVING UP

MOTORS

In this show, the men in the 155 formation combine their two greatest passions: motorbikes and dance.

But is it a theatrical performance, a breakdance show or something featuring motorbikes on stage?

Who cares? If you rev up hard enough, no-one will hear you crying inside your helmet.

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> 24 January, Podium Hoge Woerd (Leidsche Rijn) podiumhogewoerd.nl

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CLICKING CASTANETS

FLAMENCO BIENNIAL

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During the Flamenco Biennial, authentic flamenco and modern dance are alternated with intimate concerts. For example, budding young flamenco dancer Patricia Guerrero takes to the stage on 24 January, to show us what flamenco is all about. In her own playful, lightfooted style, she uses her body to form the most incredible geometric shapes. And on 3 February, dancer (and beatbox) Eduardo Guerrero locks horns with the renowned Slagwerk Den Haag percussion group in a ‘percussion battle’.

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> 23 January to 3 February, Stadsschouwburg Utrecht and TivoliVredenburg stadsschouwburg-utrecht.nl tivolivredenburg.nl

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Growing up as a boy in the north of Tilburg, Nasser became addicted to balls. He sometimes spent eight hours playing with a ball, always outside on the streets. As he developed into young man, Nasser’s constant practising not only showed him the secrets of the ball, but also its deepest mysteries.

In .Ball, he reveals both, making this show an intriguing cross-over of freestyle football and dance. > 17 January, Theater Kikker theaterkikker.nl

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Movies

Shoplifters On their way home from yet another shoplifting spree, Osamu and his son bump into a small lost girl, outside in the cold. She has run away from home, so Osamu takes her back to his house where she is soon accepted into the closeknit family. Although they are poor and make just about enough to survive by stealing, the family leads a happy life.

Until an unexpected event exposes their secrets and the family ties are put to the test. This Japanese film will be screened with English subtitles on four evenings in January. > Shoplifters will be screened at Springhaver on 9 and 23 January, and at the Louis Hartlooper Complex on 13 and 27 January springhaver.nl hartlooper.nl

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The House That Jack Built

> The House That Jack Built will be screened in the Louis Hartlooper Complex from 10 January hartlooper.nl

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Sinister and macabre, with the odd flash of humour. This is the new film by director Lars von Trier. It’s about Jack, a hyper-intelligent man who has spent twelve years developing into a highly experienced serial killer. He sees every killing as a separate work of art and discusses his thoughts with the mysterious Verge. With the police on his heels, he starts to take more and more risks in his attempt to create the ultimate work of art. Featuring Matt Dillon, Uma Thurman and Bruno Ganz.

The Favourite It’s the early 18th century. England is at war with France. The fragile Queen Anne (Olivia Colman) is on the throne, but her poor health and regular outbursts mean that her good friend Lady Sarah (Rachel Weisz) is governing the country in her place. Sarah is also caring for Anne. When a new servant Abigail (Emma Stone) arrives, Sarah falls for her charms and takes Abigail under her wing. But when Sarah becomes preoccupied by the politics of war, Abigail starts to take an interest in the Queen.

Making friends with Queen, Abigail sees an opportunity to fulfil her ambition: to regain her rightful position in the aristocracy.

And no-one (man, woman or queen) will stand in her way. > The Favourite will be screened in the Louis Hartlooper Complex from 3 January hartlooper.nl

THE FAMILY MAKES JUST ABOUT ENOUGH TO SURVIVE BY STEALING, BUT LEADS A HAPPY LIFE

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A JOURNEY THROUGH SPACE

SONNENBORGH MUSEUM AND OBSERVATORY Sonnenborgh has had a make-over which is good news, because everything is now in English as well.

At this historic site, where world-famous research was carried out, you can now try your hand at being a scientist. Go on a journey through space with a tablet, answer tricky questions and even do your own experiments. Focus your telescope on Saturn, disappear into a black hole, build your own satellite and discover all there is to know about the universe and how we fit into it. > Tuesday to Friday & Sunday, Sonnenborgh Museum and Observatory sonnenborgh.nl

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Would you dare to let yourself just fall into someone’s arms? Or leap into the unknown with someone, without worrying about where you’ll land?

Or would you rather fall asleep, safe in someone’s arms? It’s all possible in this show, because the floor is covered with matrasses.

Three dancers and a musician take you on a voyage of discovery, in search of that magical moment when you feel you’re drifting away and nothing around you matters. > 26 February, Podium Hoge Woerd podiumhogewoerd.nl

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REAL LOVE?

DE SPROOKJESKONINGIN (7+) King Oberon is trying to distract his wife Titania from their row about her manservant.

He feeds her the magic nectar of a flower in an attempt to win her back. But what if she falls in love with someone else? A musical puppet show (featuring music by Henry Purcell) about real and false love. After the show, the dancers will take you onto the stage to touch the puppets and ask questions. © Peter Lodder

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Cory Henry Jazz keyboard player Cory Henry, who started playing organ at the tender age of two, will perform twice in Utrecht this January. He is joined by the Metropole Orchestra on 13 January to play an orchestral rendition of his new album Art of Love, as well as old favourites by artistes including Quincy Jones and Prince.

A week later, he returns with his trio for an evening of exciting, soulful funk. > 13 and 20 January, TivoliVredenburg tivolivredenburg.nl

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SECRET CINEMA 18 January

CLUB BASIS

Wrekmeister Harmonies The experimental urges of J.R. Robinson a.k.a. Wrekmeister Harmonies know no bounds: he manages to produce a different sound on every album he releases. His latest, The Alone Rush, is a somewhat subdued collaboration with violinist/musician Esther Shaw. Dark ambient doom and post-rock, made even more intense by Robinson’s deep voice and sombre lyrics. > 20 February, dB’s dbstudio.nl

Gem Records label-owner Secret Cinema has been a spider in the web of the Dutch dance scene since 1991. For the very first time in BASIS, but then with an all-nighter: expect a set lasting at least seven hours.

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The Japanese House The 23-year-old London artiste Amber Bain makes music under the pseudonym The Japanese House.

What should you expect? Subtle, sometimes cheerful indie-dreampop with interesting guitar riffs, the odd distorted vocal and drum computers. You could almost call it extra-terrestrial... > 26 January, EKKO ekko.nl

TRANSWIJK PARK Winter isn’t only the season of woolly hats and scarves, crackling fires and hearty stews, it also means thumping house and techno, hits to warm the cockles of your heart and wild après-ski.

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DEFABRIQUE Hideously loud singalongs, hits of yesteryear, glitter disco 2.0, karaoke Asian-style, smooching, twerking, next-level hustling, never-ending polonaises and even laser gaming. This winter festival has it all.

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FORENSIC JUSTICE The artists, academics, lawyers, filmmakers and architects at Forensic Architecture conduct independent investigations into violations of human rights and nature throughout the world. What makes their work unique is the fact that their results are not only used by Amnesty International and the United Nations as evidence in court cases, but are also on display in international art institutes and museums.

Exhibitions & Museums

> until 29 January, BAK (Pauwstraat 13A) bakonline.org

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GREEK ARTIST JANIS RAFA USES FILMS AND SCULPTURES TO DEPICT UNIVERSAL THEMES

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This is the first solo exhibition in a museum by the young Greek artist Janis Rafa (1984). He uses films and sculptures to depict universal themes, such as mortality and our ritualistic approach to loss, as well as the relationship between humans and animals and humans and the landscape. Rafa’s A Sign of Prosperity to the Dreamer is also the first video work that will be shown daily on the new screen mounted on the outer fa ade of the building. > until 3 February, Centraal Museum centraalmuseum.nl/en

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EXHIBITION

RELICS

Why are relics so powerful? Why do we cherish them and why do people travel thousands of kilometres to see them? This exhibition is an introduction to some very special relics from various eras, cultures and religions. From a relic holder with a splinter from the crown of thorns worn by Jesus and sacred fig leaves from the place where Buddha is said to have obtained enlightenment, to Zamzam water from Mecca and a home altar with a hair from Diego Maradona. > until 3 February, Museum Catharijne Convent catharijneconvent.nl/english

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ELUSIVELY CLOSE

If properly balanced, shape, line and colour are essential elements for a good painting.

Artist Michael Berkhemer has added another element: the dimensions of the carrier, the canvas or mural. His paintings and murals are typically sober and clear. At first sight, they are nuanced rather than spectacular, which makes them even more intense. > 13 January to 24 February, Kunstruimte KuuB (Pieterstraat 3) kunstruimtekuub.nl

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BETWEEN THE EMPTY CRATES

STUKAFEST

Have you ever wondered what a typical Utrecht student house looks like? If so, come to the Stukafest when student rooms in the city centre are transformed into temporary stages for music, dance, cabaret, poetry, literature and theatre. There will be three performances per evening per room, for a student-friendly price. So grab an empty crate and make yourself at home.

Tickets available online from January. > 13 February, various locations stukafest.nl/utrecht

Festival & Events DISCOVER YOUR FAV SPOT

KOEKOEK 030

Every Saturday and Sunday in January and February, this new festival takes you on a tour of the city’s most unique spots and hidden corners.

The locations serve as pop-up podia for local artistes. From musical performances to exhibitions by up-and-coming artists and designers: too many to mention! > every Saturday and Sunday throughout January and February, various locations koekoek030.com

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Sunday 10 February is a golden opportunity to peek inside the homes of ordinary people from Utrecht. This is the date of Gluren bij de Buren, a living room festival in which the carpet becomes a stage and the sofa the gallery. For one day only, living rooms in Utrecht are transformed into intimate podia for local talent, from singer-songwriters and theatre-makers to choirs and poets. They put on several 30-minute performances between 12.00 and 17.00, all free of charge.

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MENEER & MEVROUW DE BOER

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What do you do if your vintage web shop is so successful that customers keep asking whether they can come and poke around your warehouse to look for something special?

You open a store of course!

This is exactly what the owners Wiebe de Boer and Leonie van de Mortel (or Meneer & Mevrouw de Boer) did. They both have a nose for good stock and are now reaping the benefits. Van de Mortel: ‘The small vintage cupboards go fastest. They’re never here for more than a week. Most of them don’t even make it to the website.’ meneerenmevrouwdeboer.nl

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SHOPPING

In store for you THERE’S NO SHORTAGE OF INTERIOR STYLING CHOICES FOR YOUR HOME: SEVERAL NEW STORES OPENED THEIR DOORS LAST YEAR.

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OUDEGRACHT 176 The first thing you see when you enter this shop is a huge stuffed porcupine (also for sale!). You wander from one exotic treasure trove to the next, and you can even shop in the old vault and the conservatory of this enormous building.

Gold mirrors, jungle wallpaper and velvet sofas: Home Stock is into big gestures.

And when they’re allowed to branch out onto the first floor, you’ll have even more floor space to explore. homestock.nl

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LANGE JANSSTRAAT 12 The interior brand FEST Amsterdam keeps up with all the latest trends: millennial pink on the walls, lumpy sofas, velvet cushions and Scandinavian chairs. The maxim is: design furniture without high-end prices. To supplement their store in Amsterdam, this year FEST opened a light, spacious branch in a corner building in Utrecht. It’s the perfect place for gifts too: you’ll find decorative coffee-table books, candlesticks and bowls. fest.amsterdam

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A quirky design apartment with navy-blue and pink walls and various style rooms that keep on changing. Mellema: ‘Everything in this apartment is for sale, from the corner sofas and coffee cups, to the exclusive Brazilian woven pouffe that you won’t find anywhere else in town.’ A bedroom is opening shortly – because what’s an apartment without a bed? rachmaninoffshop.nl

Also try STRAND WEST Four floors of inspiration Oudegracht 114 BOLIA New Scandinavian design Oudkerkhof 25 VAEN Vintage design Oudegracht 246

Rick ter Schuur and his girlfriend Floor launched a web shop last year. It was such a success that they decided to open a store in their beloved Twijnstraat.

They sell attractive home accessories including bowls, design books, posters and cushions, many of them for under € 30. Ter Schuur: ‘A relative makes the cushions, and I design the posters.

We aim to design half of the items on sale here ourselves. There are so many home accessories shops selling the same stuff that we thought we’d offer something completely different.’ atelierliving.nl

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This one-stop-shop stocks clothing, accessories and shoes from well-known and lesser-known brands (including sustainable!). There’s even a hairdresser, so you can treat yourself to a completely new look.

Oeben’s Mercatile 7 (Oudkerkhof 34) is a whole different story. This store strongly resembles a man cave: industrial lamps, black-and-white photos and wooden tables full of shoes.

Oeben’s Mercantile sells jeans (for the experts: including double indigo selvedge denim, hand-made on an oldfashioned loom), as well as classic suits, jackets, sunglasses, shoes and aftershave.

It also stocks one-of-a-kind items from unknown brands and special collections by larger brands.

If you aren’t keen on the big brands, then Cris 8 (Mariaplaats 3A) is the place for you. The shop sells shirts, shoes, suits, jeans and bags produced by small, mainly European manufacturers with fair production processes. The owner can THE STORE tell you the story behind STRONGLY all his brands and is happy RESEMBLES to advise you. De Rode Winkel 9 (Lange A MAN CAVE Elisabethstraat 13) is the place to be for jeans by brands such as Levi’s, Diesel, G-Star Raw, Denham and PME Legend. And not only that: the shop doubles as an exhibition space and bar, so you can look at some art works and have a drink while shopping for new clothes.

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And the one on Oudkerkhof 53 is for more sophisticated outfits for special occasions.

Of course, shoes are an important part of your outfit, so don’t miss Sneakerbaas 11 (Kintgenshaven 1), a tiny shop that is run by real sneaker enthusiasts. It has a huge online range: sneakers by brands such as Nike, Diadora, New Balance, Vans and Karhu. The shop itself stocks all the latest, exclusive models. They also sell T-shirts, jumpers and jackets, for example those of Utrecht based brand Utca’s Finest. Great to take home as a souvenir!

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THE AREA AROUND UTRECHT IS BURSTING WITH IMPRESSIVE CASTLES AND COUNTRY ESTATES. TIME TO IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE ARISTOCRATIC (AND OFTEN ILLUSTRIOUS) HISTORY OF THESE MAGNIFICENT EDIFICES.

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DE HAAR CASTLE In the 1960s, this was the place where the international jet-set wanted to be invited. It was then owned by Baron Etienne van Zuylen van Nijevelt and Baroness Hélène de Rothschild.

They ensured that this impressive castle had all the mod cons, such as central heating, electricity and a modern kitchen, all considered highly extravagant in those days. Famous guests included Roger Moore and Joan Collins. > Monday to Sunday, Kasteellaan 1 in Haarzuilens kasteeldehaar.nl/english

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This is one of the oldest castles built along the river Vecht, just outside the city of Utrecht. It was originally mediaeval and has a rich history. During the course of the 18th century, wealthy owners converted it into a country home. You can take a guided tour of the castle, walk through the grounds and stop for refreshments in the café. > Saturday and Sunday, Tournooiveld 1 in Oud-Zuilen slotzuylen.nl/english

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KASTEEL AMERONGEN Built on the flood plains of the Nederrijn, this castle dates back to the 13th century. It has been destroyed and rebuilt several times. Nearly everything you see during the guided tour was once owned by previous inhabitants, mainly counts and countesses.

It’s a good place to eat too: Restaurant Bentinck is located in the former stables and boasts a stunning view of the castle itself. > Thursday to Sunday, Drostestraat 20 in Amerongen kasteelamerongen.nl/en

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SLOT ZEIST This 17th-century castle was built as a place in paradise for the diplomat Willem Adriaan van Nassau.

You can only visit the magnificent main building as part of a guided tour, but you are free to drop into the brasserie for a cup of coffee or tea. There are also regular exhibitions. > Tuesday to Sunday, Zinzendorflaan 1 in Zeist slotzeist.nl

This country estate became famous when the German ex-emperor Wilhelm II bought it in 1919, after fleeing to the Netherlands in the wake of World War I. He lived there until his death in 1941. Wilhelm II’s tomb is in the mausoleum. You can only visit the Huis Doorn museum with a guided tour, apart from on the first and third Sunday of the month, when you can wander around on your own. Coffee, tea, lunch or drinks are served in the Orangery, with views of the house and park. > Tuesday to Sunday, Langbroekerweg 10 in Doorn huisdoorn.nl/en

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EAT & DRINK

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NOTHING BEATS A GOOD GLASS OF WINE OR CAVA WITH PLATEAU OF TASTY NIBBLES ON A COLD, DARK LATE-AFTERNOON OR EVENING. GOOD NEWS: UTRECHT HAS PLENTY OF FRIENDLY BARS!

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irst the proper wine bars. There are quite a few you can choose from. At VinVin 1 (Predikherenstraat 19) for example, they like to tell you the background to the wine you’re drinking. Where it comes from, which grapes are used, who produces it and what makes the flavour so unique. And don’t forget the cheese or salami to go with it.

For something out of the ordinary, go to Zies 2 (Twijnstraat 58). They don’t just serve wines from well-known countries like Italy, Spain and France, but also lesser known wine producing countries such as Morocco, Portugal, Lebanon and Greece.

If you fancy a more Italian style drink at the end of the day, try Verde Marrone 3 (Donkere Gaard 2) for a good glass of wine and a plateau of Italian cheese, charcuterie and bruschetta.

The place exudes Italy: from the vibe in the bar to the delicious morsels on your plateau.

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Bar Cava 5 (Ganzenmarkt 12) is another place that’s all about - you’ve guessed it Spanish bubbly or cava. You can order a bottle or a glass. But if you prefer wine, you’ve come to the right place too. And you don’t need to move on if all that cava or wine is making you hungry; they have several delicious mixed plateaux on the menu.

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THE BEST WAY TO WARM UP ON A COLD, DAMP DAY IS WITH A STEAMING BOWL OF NOODLE SOUP OR A PLATE OF SPICY FOOD. MORE AND MORE PLACES SERVING ASIAN STREET FOOD ARE OPENING THEIR DOORS.

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Twijnstraat 39 Although they’ve always helped out in their parents’ Chinese restaurant when they were young, the sisters Linda and Kim Kuo haven’t gone for traditional Chinese cuisine.

Instead, their restaurant serves the modern Asian variety. You can eat vegetarian or even vegan dishes, which often isn’t an option in China. The sisters make all the food themselves: from the wonton soup, spring rolls and kimchi to the (vegan) cakes. Their speciality? Home-made dumplings. bananasutrecht.nl

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Mariastraat 2 & Oudegracht a/d Werf 61 Close your eyes, take a bite of your Pho Bo and you’d be forgiven for thinking you were in a busy street in Ho Chi Minh City. Eating at Kimmade really is like eating in Vietnam. They have two branches: street food in the ‘hole in the wall’ restaurant on Mariastraat, and a more comprehensive menu in the restaurant on Oudegracht. kimmade.nl

SANJU RAMEN Voorstraat 29 In Utrecht’s very first ramen bar, they know exactly how to make a good bowl of this Japanese noodle soup. You can order a side-dish of edamame, hand-made gyoza (pan-fried Japanese dumplings) and karaage (fried chicken with miso mayonnaise), and of course a Japanese beer to wash it all down. Delicious! sanju.nl

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Die tote Stadt Although Erich Korngold was Austria’s favourite composer between 1916 and 1933, his work isn’t played very often these days. Die tote Stadt is a somewhat alarming love story about Paul, who becomes ensconced in a fantasy world of obsession and delusion after losing his beloved Marie. The critics were lyrical after the première in 1920. They particularly praised the alternating, hypnotising musical score.

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2 Wednesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19.30] Enjoy an evening of free music by up-and-coming local artistes.

3 Thursday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Wien Bleibt Wien [15.00] A New Year’s compilation of songs from the operetta scene in Vienna, performed by the Habsburg Strauss Orchestra and some of the Netherlands’ finest operetta singers.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Clash of the Titans [20.00] Utrecht’s biggest battle of the bands.

4 Friday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Metal Battle [20.00] Metal bands from the province of Utrecht, participating in the national Metal Battle.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Swinging in the Clouds: Gordon Webster [20.00] A 30s-themed night with pianist Gordon Webster and lindy hop dancers from Swing in Utrecht. You can either watch and listen or join them on the dance floor.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > REDO [20.30] Dance piece about and performed by Redouan Ait Chitt, a motivational speaker and breakdancer who was born with a number of missing bones.

5 Saturday CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15.30] Enjoy a free concert with vocal and instrumental music.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > The Simon and Garfunkel Revival Band [20.00] This German duo manages to come extremely close to the original, with their harmonious singing and subtle music.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Swinging in

the Clouds: Gordon Webster [20.00] See Fri 4.

6 Sunday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Rembrandt

Frerichs Trio [16.00] The Rembrandt Frerichs Trio has teamed up with one of the best French jazz saxophone players Sylvain Rifflet.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > SPECTRA with Nora Fischer [20.00] A stimulating night with spoken word, live music, visuals, electronic music and binaural sound.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > Het Zwanenmeer (Swan Lake) [14.30 and 19.00] The queen of ballets, Swan Lake is still an emotionally powerful piece.

GUIDED TOURS IN FRONT OF THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE > Gilde Utrecht guided walking tour [11.00 and 14.00] The guides show you the most beautiful spots of the historic centre. Tours start at 11.00 ( free, 1 hour) and 14.00 (€ 3/6, 1½ hour).

9 Wednesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DE KARGADOOR > Jazz in the basement [19.30] Utrecht has a real jazz basement, in which you can listen to different styles of jazz and even play along.

MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19.30] Enjoy an evening of free music by up-and-coming local artistes.

ACU > St. Tropez [20.30] Dutch garage rockers, formerly known as Go Back To The Zoo, who released their second album last year.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT >

Blueprint on memory [20.30] Impressive and experimental physical theatre from the Flemish choreographer Ann Van den Broek, on the theme of memory, memorising and memory loss.

10 Thursday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Clash of the Titans [20.00] See Thu 3.

11 Friday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Free lunch break concert [12.30] Enjoy some free classical music during your lunch break.

PIETERSKERK > Psalms of Penance [20.15] Vocal Ensemble MUSA sings one of the most fabulous and splendid works by Alfred Schnittke in which penance and redemption forms two extremes.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Ludwig [20.15] Ludwig celebrates the night with a range of beautiful compositions with dancing elves and marching leprechauns.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Skumbek graduation project [20.00] Clash of the Titans winner

of 2017 Skumbek graduates from the Utrecht Conservatorium with a hip hop rendition of the medieval Dutch play Elckerlyc.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > The Como Mamas [20.30] Three enthusiastic gospel singers from Como, Mississippi.

Their 2017 album ‘Move Upstairs’ was recorded in a few days with some first class musicians, and their voices are pure joy.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Aaron Diehl Trio [21.00] The New York Times wrote that pianist Aaron Diehl plays with ‘melodic precision, harmonic erudition and elegant restraint’. Come hear it for yourself.

12 Saturday CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15.30] See Sat 5.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ EKKO > Dawn Brothers [20.30] Roots rock from Rotterdam.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > GOSTO [20.30] Dutch singer and multi-instrumentalist combining triphop and dub into soulful songs.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > TRI poloski [23.00] The Russian hard beats virus has reached Utrecht as well. Expect Eastern music, Slavsquats and Adidas tracksuits.

13 Sunday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Cory Henry & Metropole Orkest [20.30] Cory Henry is one of the big names in contemporary jazz. Tonight he performs his own work and classics by the likes of Prince and Quincy Jones, together with the Metropole Orchestra.

GUIDED TOURS IN FRONT OF THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE > See Sun 6.

14 Monday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Amsterdam Sinfonietta & Blaudzun [20.15] In their concert series ‘Broader than classical’, the Amsterdam Sinfonietta collaborates with musicians from outside the classical world. This year it’s singer-songwriter Blaudzun, with his characteristic voice and mysterious lyrics.

16 Wednesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19:30] See Wed 2.

PERFORMING ARTS HOFMAN CAFÉ > Utrecht Laughs:

Open Mic, English Comedy Night [20.30] Every third Wednesday of the month Café Hofman gives the stage to comedy talent.

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BONANZA Theater Kikker > 1 and 2 February A cinematic portrait of an abandoned mine town in the Rocky Mountains and its seven striking residents.

Accusations, gossip, murders and fears are never far away in this small community.

GRAND FINALE Stadsschouwburg Utrecht > 19 February Israeli choreographer, dancer, musician and composer Hofesh Shechter often adds a political dimension to his work. And this performance with dancers and musicians - the title refers to the end of the world - is blacker than ever.

BALLET BLACK & WHITE Podium Hoge Woerd (Leidsche Rijn) > 21 February Black and white is often a theme in the ballet world. De Dutch Don’t Dance Division shows a ‘colorful’ ballet performance filled with exciting contrasts and contradictions between black and white.

Creedence Clearwater Revival’s concert will be replicated in full.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Ambrose Akinmusire Quartet [20.30] Akinmusire surprises by taking and combining elements from hip hop, modern classical music, avant pop, spoken word, art and societal issues into a new sort of jazz.

Revival [20.30] Pianist Cory Henry is one of the driving forces of contemporary jazz. Tonight he brings along guitarist Isaiah Sharkey and drummer TaRon Lockett.

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CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15.30] See Sat 5.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Quatuor Danel & Virpi Räisänen [20.00] The French Quatuor Danel collective presents Schönberg’s second string quartet and more.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Powersolo [20.00] This Danish trio brings an exciting mix of rock ‘n roll, garage and even doo wop.

EKKO > Nordic Delight [20.00] Discover new talent from Scandinavia during this festival that is celebrating Nordic music. The first confirmed name is Sarah Klang from Sweden, who will come to Utrecht with her band.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Dutch Pop Academy [20.00] Students of the Dutch Pop Academy perform. Free admission.

20 Sunday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Cory Henry: The

GUIDED TOURS IN FRONT OF THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE > See Sun 6.

22 Tuesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Dutch Pop Academy [20.00] See Mon 21.

23 Wednesday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDEBURG > Janine Jansen & friends [20.00] Violinist Janine Jansen doesn’t perform in her home town very often anymore. This will therefore feel a bit like a reunion.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19.30] See Wed 2.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Rudimental [20.00] Since their mega hit ‘Feel

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CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Free lunch break concert [12.30] Enjoy some free classical music during your lunch break.

PIETERSKERK > Purcell and the Chapel Royal [20.15] Vocal Ensemble Multiple Voice performs a festive baroque programme surrounding Henry Purcell, the most famous English baroque composer – besides Händel – and member of the Chapel Royal.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > RimskiKorsakov: Sheherazade [20.15] The Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra presents the intriguing story of Arabian Nights.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Zeynel Demir [20.00] Composer, singer, teacher and bağlama-player, Demir was inspired by local Turkish music styles from a young age onwards. Tonight he takes you on a journey.

DE HELLING > The Fortunate Sons [20.15] The Dutch tribute band takes you back fifty years: Woodstock, 1969.

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& Het Gelders Orkest: Philip Glass [20.15] The Dutch harpist Lavinia Meijer performs minimalist versions of music by Philip Glass and others, together with the Gelders Orchestra.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Clash of the Titans [20.00] See Thu 3.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > An evening with Judy Collins [20.30] This iconic American folk veteran is known for her 1975 hit ‘Send In The Clowns’, but she has done a lot of things in her long career, often in collaboration with other great names, such as Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Dominic J. Marshall Trio [21.00] The British pianist/composer/beat maker Dominic J. Marshall studied at the Amsterdam Conservatory and stayed in the Netherlands afterwards to start a trio with Glen Gaddum Jr and Jamie Peet.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > Twools [20.00] The Dutch Scapino ballet perform a diverse show with short bursts of different styles of choreographies.

THEATER KIKKER > .Ball [20.00] The young street footballer Nasser cuts a remarkable figure in the theatre.

His presence raises questions about us and about the established values and prejudices. A grating cross-over between freestyle football and dance.

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EKKO > The Sore Losers [20.30] Garage and blues rock from Belgium, inspired by 60s and 70s punk and rock.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Niklas Paschburg [21.00] Paschburg created one of the best neo-classical albums of the year in 2018: Oceanic. Expect classical piano with electronic sounds.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > Nocturno [20.30] Leonor Leal developed her own personal style of flamenco dancing to reinterpret the traditional version.

24 Thursday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Nederlands Kamerkoor [20.15] The Dutch Chamber Choir performs a 17th-century Russian death mass, as well as a more contemporary repertoire.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > DiCE no. 10 [19.45] The tenth edition of the showcase evening DiCE. Promising international pop artistes perform in Utrecht for the first time.

DB’S > Clash of the Titans [20.00] See Thu 3.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Kieran Goss & Annie Kinsella [20.15] Kieran Goss is one of Ireland’s most loved musicians.

He performs romantic country folk songs, together with his wife.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > Distopía [20.00] Patrica Guerrero is one of the biggest rising stars of flamenco dancing. In her second solo show, she portrays lots of emotions and dances between dream and reality.

PODIUM HOGE WOERD (LEIDSCHE RIJN) > Motors [20.30] The men of 155 combine their great loves: motorcycles, dance and theater. The result is an overwhelming breakdance show about a group of friends.

25 Friday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Radio

Filharmonisch Orkest o.l.v. Edo de Waart [20.15] The Radio Philharmonic Orchestra performs Mozart and Brahms.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ EKKO > Alcuna Wilds [20.30] British/ Dutch trip rock band from Utrecht.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Ad Colen: A Birds’ Eye View [21:00] Jazz composer and saxophone player Ad Colen shows how bird song is similar to jazz, and

how it inspires him as a composer.

PERFORMING ARTS THEATER KIKKER > Quite Discontinuous [20.00] Performance by four dancers, accompanied by an endless stream of trance-generating soundscapes. With precise and painfully sharp choreography, Jasper van Luijk captures his fascination for lifelessness in a pas-de-trois of mourning.

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26 Saturday CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15.30] See Sat 5.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Out of the Blue [19.30] A combination of dinner and classical music by the Radio Philharmonic Orchestra.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DE HELLING > Postmen [20.15] Rotterdam-based hip hop and reggae formation, led by musical mastermind Remon Stotijn aka The Anonymous Mis. DB’S > Mustang Medicine Americana Fest [20.00] Utrecht based Americana band invite their friends for a swinging roots party.

EKKO > The Japanese House [20.30] Subtle, sometimes cheerful indiedreampop by 23-year-old London artiste Amber Bain.

PERFORMING ARTS THEATER KIKKER > Quite Discontinuous [20.00] See Fri 25.

HOFMAN LIVE: ALASKA POLLOCK & FUME Hofman Café > 10 January On this evening, two bands will take to the stage. Fume described its music ‘like a deep dive in the night sky’ and Alaska Pollock brings impressive soundscapes and roaring bass synths. Free admission.

27 Sunday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Nederlands Blazers Ensemble [12.00] In ‘Symmetries’, harmony, passion, and precision meet. Music, dance and visuals are combined in this performance.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Lavinia Meijer [20.30] Dutch harpist Lavinia Meijer created a solo performance in an attempt to answer the question: in which stylistic area are we living?

Personal stories and music are combined.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Inkhorn Controversy EP release party [20.00] Utrecht based alt pop trio celebrate the release of their EP. TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Colin Benders & Metropole Orkest [20.15] Electronic meets classical and improvisation meets sheet music.

MOLEN DE STER > Eerie Wanda [20.30] Songwriter/artist Marina Tadic was born in Bosnia, and grew up in the Netherlands. The sound of her band resembles psychedelic rock from the 60s.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Patti Smith & band [20.30] The New York punk poet might have passed 70, her fire burns like never before.

BURGERS, BEER AND BANDS: MOON MOON MOON Hofman Café > 25 January Every month you can try the Hofburger , try the wide selection of beers and enjoy live music, this time provided

by Moon Moon Moon. Expect captivating melodies and compelling lyrics.

EKKO PRESENTS SEAMUS FOGERTY Molen de Ster > 16 February Seamus Fogarty stands out for its beautiful folk songs that are accompanied by bizarre texts.

Thanks to the poppy touch, his music always remains very accessible.

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TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Phronesis [20.30] An acoustic trio that has continued to develop their unique own sound over the past few glorious years of their career.

GUIDED TOURS IN FRONT OF THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE > See Sun 6.

February

28 Monday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Van Swieten Society [20.00] Although the four composers in this programme lived at the same time, they might not all have met. Tonight they do, during an imaginary meeting on the Olympus.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Patti Smith and band [20.30] See Sun 27.

29 Tuesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Don Broco [20.15] British pop-rock band that combines alternative rock, posthardcore and a bit of electronics into a catchy mix.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Patti Smith:

‘An evening of words and music’ [20.30] After two nights in the Grote Zaal, Patti Smith performs a more intimate show which combines spoken word and music.

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31 Thursday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > L’Arpeggiata [20.15] Different times and musical styles melt together in Francesco Turrisi’s and Boris Schmidt’s L’Arpeggiata.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Club 3voor12 [20.00] Monthly showcase by the leading music platform 3voor12. Free admission.

EKKO > One Louder: Satanic Surfers [20.00] This Swedish punk rock band is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.

CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Free lunch break concert [12.30] Enjoy a free classical music performance during your lunch break.

PIETERSKERK > Time and the Bell [20.15] Cappella Amsterdam brings a programme about time with compositions by Robert Heppener, Jonathan Harvey and Johannes Ockeghem, amongst others.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Mitsuko Uchida

& Mahler Chamber Orchestra [20.15] The Mahler Chamber Orchestra is second to none. Combined with Mozart expert Mitsuko Uchida as pianist and conductor, this is bound to be a special concert.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Alex Vargas [19.45] Danish-Uruguayan singersongwriter who scored a hit in 2016 with ‘Shackled Up’. But he can do much more than that.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats [19.45] Soulful rhythm & blues, gospel and blues rock from the American singer/ guitarist Nathaniel Rateliff and his band.

DE HELLING > Ares [20.15] Dutch rapper, who released his new album in 2018.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Welcome to Night Vale [20.15] Live version of the surreal American podcast, with live music from composer Disparition.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Tini Thomsen [21.00] Energetic, powerful concert from baritone saxophonist Tini Thomsen.

PERFORMING ARTS THEATER KIKKER > Berlin [20.00] A cinematic portrait of an abandoned mine town in the Rocky Mountains and its seven striking residents.

Accusations, gossip, murders, and fears are never far away in this small community. The performance is set to a soundtrack composed by Peter Van Laerhoven.

2 Saturday CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon

concert [15.30] Enjoy a free concert in the heart of Utrecht, with vocal and instrumental music.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Behemoth [19.15] The Polish death metal band is bringing some special guests to accompany their own dark sound.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > K’s Choice [20.15] The Flemish siblings return to their origins; acoustic and intimate.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Bolita Big Band: José Quevedo [20.30] As part of the two day long Flamenco Biennial, guitarist José Quevedo will perform with the Bolita Big Band.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Kris Berry and Minyeshu [20.30] During ‘The Challenge’, two musicians from different genres compete in a musical duel with only winners.

PERFORMING ARTS PODIUM HOGE WOERD > Lebensraum [20.00] Unique physical visual theatre about two men who live together in a small room. To compensate for the lack of female care, they create a mechanical cleaning woman. Soon it appears that this doll has a will of her own.

THEATER KIKKER > Berlin [20.00] See Fri 1.

3 Sunday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Rotterdams

Philharmonisch Orkest o.l.v. Lahav Shani [15.00] The Israeli Lahav Shani is the youngest conductor of the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra ever. The 29-year-old also plays piano during this concert.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Mahler 9 [20.15] The National Youth Orchestra presents Mahler’s 9th symphony, which he wrote with the knowledge of his upcoming death in mind.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Jesse Dayton & Band [15.15] American singer and guitarist who worked with and was inspired by his great heroes: Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Slagwerk Den Haag, Eduardo Guerrero, Amir ElSaffar [16.00] As part of the two day long Flamenco Biennial, several performers present a diverse show in this double bill.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Triggerfinger & friends [19.45] The Flemish rock band celebrates its 20th anniversary with a Best Of-gig.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Esben and the Witch [20.15] English trio that describes their own music as ‘nightmare pop’. Expect goth-like

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MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19.30] See Wed 2.

DB’S > Open Jam Session [20.00] Come and join the jam session, or just sit back and listen.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Ivar Bjørnson & Einar Selvik [20.30] Two great names from Norway join forces to present a dazzling mix of traditional instruments and modern sounds.

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rock and strong vocals from lead singer Rachel Davies.

GUIDED TOURS IN FRONT OF THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE > Gilde Utrecht guided walking tour [11.00 and 14.00] The guides show you the most beautiful spots of the historic centre. Tours start at 11.00 ( free, 1 hour) and 14.00 (€ 3/6, 1½ hour).

5 Tuesday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Holland Baroque & Dorothee Mields [20.00] Holland Baroque shares the stage with Marco Ambrosini, who plays the rather obscure nyckelharpa, and soprano Dorothee Mields.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Death Cab for Cutie [19.45] Though the name might be off-putting, this American indie band has produced some of the most wonderful songs of its genre in the past two decades. Their 9th studio album was released in August.

6 Wednesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DE KARGADOOR > Jazz in the

basement [19.30] See Wed 6.

MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19.30] Enjoy an evening of free music by up-and-coming local artists.

DB’S > DBUK [20.00] Gothic Americana by members of Slim Cessna’s Auto Club.

EKKO > Zes [20.30] The release of ‘Closer’, the first full album of Zes, the pseudonym of Dutch producer Joep Le Blanc. Expect hypnotic and futuristic electronics with smooth vocals.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Bassekou Kouyaté & Ngoni Ba [21.00] Part of ‘Cosmosis’, a series of concerts featuring pop music from nonWestern countries. Bassekou Kouyaté is a master of the ngoni, a tiny WestAfrican instrument.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > Broos [20.00] Intimate dance show about time, youth, ageing and the fragility of life. Performed by an ensemble of thirteen dancers and instrumentalist Maartje Teussink.

VARIOUS HOFMAN CAFÉ > English Comedy: Arjen Kleton [20.30] Enjoy an all English comedy night with comedian Arjen Kleton.

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7 Thursday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Cam Penner & Jon Wood [20.15] Multi-talented Canadian duo that create a rich Americana sound thanks to their multi-instrumentalism and loop system.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Shakin’ Stevens [20.30] He’s an ‘80s rock ‘n’ roll icon, won numerous prizes, opened for the Rolling Stones, and performed on the West End. And now, he’s in Utrecht.

ACU > Snapped Ankles [21.00] Their camouflage-like suits will make you believe they spend their time in the forest, but this strange-looking foursome actually makes music: krautrock that is.

8 Friday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Free lunch break concert [12.30] Enjoy some free classical music during your lunch break.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Bruckner - Mis in f klein ‘Grote’ [20.15] The Radio Philharmonic Orchestra and Radio Choir present Bruckner’s ‘Mass in f’.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Feb Fest [20.00] The annual rock party organised by Utrecht based rockers Cosmopolitans.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Mats Eilertsen Trio [21.00] Eilersen is one of the most outspoken bass players of the Norwegian jazz scene. His trio also consists of the Dutch pianist Harmen Fraaje and Norwegian percussionist Thomas Strønen.

9 Saturday CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15.30] See Sat 2.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Insomnio plays Frank Zappa [20.00] An evening of Frank Zappa’s best compositions, written for Yellow Shark in the ‘90s, not long before he died.

PERFORMING ARTS PODIUM HOGE WOERD (LEIDSCHE RIJN) > Septacost [20.00] The Amsterdam Klezmer Band brings a multimedia music theatre that balances between melancholy and euphoria. Does the cheerfulness of klezmer music offer comfort or is that an illusion?

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MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Michiel Borstlap [15.00] Jazz pianist and composer Michiel Borstlap is taking his first piano on tour: the one that used to stand in his parental home. Expect minimalist jazz

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Exhibitions & Museums Tips

WHO’S IN CONTROL? FOTODOK > until 24 February How do companies derive power from your data? Who determines how you can behave in public space? Form you own opinion on these and other questions in this photo exhibition.

THE RIETVELD AND VAN BAAREN COLLECTION Centraal Museum > permanent exhibition In this semipermanent presentation you will find post war designs from Gerrit Rietveld (1888-1964) combined with art from the Van Baaren Collection.

14 Thursday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Baldych, Courtois & Telderman [21.00] Three international top talents on the piano, violin and cello join forces.

DE HELLING > ... And You Will Know Us

By The Trail Of Dead [20.15] American indie rock band, with an impressive track record.

PERFORMING ARTS PODIUM HOGE WOERD (LEIDSCHE RIJN) > Langs [20.00] This new young Dutch circus duo shows an acrobatic portrait of two lonely souls, who long for contact with others. With juggling, (air) acrobatics, magic, dance and theater they tell a story about staying

true to yourself and the desire for surrender.

15 Friday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Free lunch break concert [12.30] Enjoy some free classical music during your lunch break.

PIETERSKERK > Wim goes East [20.15] The Wim Egz Ensemble and Trio C tot de derde join forces in a programme filled with Balkan-, klezmer- and gypsy music. The repertoire varies from liturgical Ukrainian hymns to modest Israeli music.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Charlie & the Lesbians, Pig Frenzy and Pizza Knife [20.00] Three of the most prominent bands of Dutch garage punk rock.

PODIUM HOGE WOERD (LEIDSCHE RIJN) > Untitled 1 [20.00] Harpist Lavinia Meijer is one of the most important musicians of our time. Curiosity about style periods brought her to this solo performance, in which she connects her personal stories with music from the past decades, starting at the 70s.

DE HELLING > Diggy Dex [20.15] Dutch hip hop with rapper/producer/ songwriter Koen Jansen, a.k.a.

Diggy Dex TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Booker T. Jones [20.15] A living legend, Booker T. Jones

scored his first hit in 1962: Green Onions by Booker T. & the M.G.’s. The Hammond master worked with many great artists in the 50+ years since.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > The Maureens [20.15] The Maureens hail from Utrecht and are presenting their third album: ‘Something In The Air!’ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > The Streets [20.30] Intriguing mix of garage, hip hop and rock. Get ready to dance.

PERFORMING ARTS THEATER KIKKER > Threesome [20.00] A comprehensive experience consisting of three performances in one programme. We see the world as it is: hardcore and in your face but also very funny and cuddly at times.

Connor Schumacher does not shy away from absurdism, jazz, and even musicals.

16 Saturday CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15.30] See Sat 2.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Brass Against [20.15] American protest Brass Band that predominantly covers rock songs, but really anything that goes against the status quo.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Common

Grounds featuring Shaza Hayek [20.15] With all the bad news about the country, people often forget Syria has one of the oldest and richest musical traditions of the world. This evening brings together Syrian musicians and the JazzArt Orchestra.

MOLEN DE STER > Seamus Fogarty [20.30] Folk rock by Irish singer/ songwriter.

17 Sunday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Nino Gvetadze [11.00] The Georgian pianist plays a Beethoven classic: ‘Mondscheinsonate’.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Cinquecento [20.00] A requiem and other music by the 16th-century Spanish composer Cristóbal de Morales and his contemporaries, sang by the five men of Cinquecento.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Jacob Karlzon Trio [16.00] Swedish pianist and band leader that melts together jazz, classical and pop music in a sublime way.

DB’S > Paul Collins [20.00] The king of power pop is in Utrecht for an exclusive live show.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > David Duchovny [20.00] He is known for his films, but since 2015, this American actor also performs pleasant folk rock that verges on country.

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TIVOLIVREDENBURG > The Bootleg Beatles [20.00] The only Beatlesendorsed Beatles tribute band is coming to Utrecht. Expect all the classics, original instruments and costumes and an all-round fabulous night from the next best thing.

BREWPUB DE KROMME HARING > NOV3L [20.30] Garage rock for people who like the music of The Parquet Courts.

GUIDED TOURS IN FRONT OF THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE > Gilde Utrecht guided walking tour [11.00 and 14.00] See Sun 3.

ROBOTS LOVE MUSIC Museum Speelklok > until 3 March 2019 This exhibition brings together unique and unusual musical robots from all over the world to play for you - and with you. But can they move and interact in the same way people do when performing live?

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56 MAG Utrecht — Jan/Feb 2019 TIVOLIVREDENBURG > YORI [20.15] Dutch singer-songwriter knows her stuff; she’s a guitarist for Dutch artiste Ilse DeLange, but also has her own work, consisting of a blend of folk, soul and blues. A big talent.

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

guided walking tour [11.00 and 14.00] See Sun 3.

18 Monday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Amsterdam Sinfonietta & Ray Chen [20.15] The Taiwanese-Australian violinist Ray Chen has not only gathered numerous prizes, but also gained a large social media following. He performs together with the Amsterdam Sinfonietta.

19 Tuesday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Hanson [20.00] The three Hanson brothers are known for their 1997 hit ‘MmmBop’. Though they were mere teenagers then, last year they celebrated their 25th anniversary. They’re performing their classics and new material with a 21-piece orchestra.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > Grand Finale [20.00] Ten dancers

and four musicians perform this dystopian work by the Israeli choreographer, dancer, musician and composer Hofesh Shechter.

20 Wednesday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Remy van Kesteren [20.15] A classically trained harpist experiments with other genres, such as pop, minimal, electronica and jazz.

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Moira > Moira Unplugged [19.30] See Wed 6.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Jonathan Jeremiah [19.45] British singersongwriter Jonathan Jeremiah is most popular on the European mainland. His dark voice fits his soulful music perfectly.

DB’S > Wrekmeister Harmonies [20.00] Intensely beautiful ambient doom. For fans of Godspeed! You Black Emperor.

PERFORMING ARTS STADDSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > Concerto Esplosivo [20.00] A dangerous collaboration between the Ashton Brothers and the North Pole Orchestra. An explosive mix of music, acrobatics, slapstick and magic.

STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > Keihard (12+) [20.30] A young group of dancers storms into a school and

IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK Louis Hartlooper Complex > from 14 February A woman in Harlem desperately scrambles to prove her fiancé innocent of a crime while carrying their first child.

21 Thursday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DE HELLING > Seafret [20.15] Melodious folk pop with the incredible voice of Jack Sedman and guitar work by Harry Draper.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Carel Kraayenhof en Juan Pablo Dobal [20.30] A theatre show full of music, about time, de-stressing, de-rushing and all things rhythm.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Tord Gustavsen Trio [21.00] Norwegian pianist Tord Gustavsen plays his own work, some traditional folk songs and a bit of Bach, together with Jarle Vespestad and Sigurd Hole.

PERFORMING ARTS PODIUM HOGE WOERD (LEIDSCHE RIJN) > Ballet Black & White [20.30] In the ballet world, black and white is often a theme. This ‘colorful’ ballet performance by De Dutch Don’t Dance Division is filled with exciting contrasts and contradictions between black and white. With classical and neoclassical ballet and modern dance.

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Movie Tips

GREEN BOOK Louis Hartlooper Complex > from 31 January A working-class Italian-American bouncer becomes the driver of an AfricanAmerican classical pianist on a tour of venues through the 1960s American South.

dances until they fall over. An interactive, energetic dance show about the power of (watching) dance.

VARIOUS HOFMAN CAFÉ > Utrecht Laughs: Open Mic, English Comedy Night [20.30] Every third Wednesday of the month Café Hofman gives the stage to comedy talent.

BOY ERASED Louis Hartlooper Complex > from 7 February The son of a Baptist preacher is forced to participate in a church-supported gay conversion program after being forcibly outed to his parents.

CLASSICAL MUSIC PIETERSKERK > Totentanz und Frühlingsglaube [20.15] The Utrechts Vocaal Ensemble sings works by Jaakko Mäntyjärvi, Paul Hindemith, Ralph Vaughan Williams, John Taverner and Johann Hermann Schein.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Acis and Galatea [20.15] Händel’s take on the mythological story of Galatea and Acis, performed by a cast of top artistes and puppets from the famous ‘Buchty a loukty’ theatre in Prague.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > The Gloaming [20.15] This American-Irish fusion group plays traditional Irish music with a modern twist. Highlight are the incredible vocals.

EKKO > Monomyth [20.30] This space rock and krautrock band from The Hague will release its new album.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG >

StarkLinnemann Quartet [21.00] The StarkLinnemann formation presents their version of Pictures at an Exhibition by the Russian composer Modest Moessorgski.

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23 Saturday CLASSICAL MUSIC DOM CHURCH > Saturday afternoon concert [15.30] See Sat 2.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Ciconia Consort & Paolo Giacometti [15.00] The Ciconia Consort and pianist Paolo Giacometti perform a range of works by music virtuosi from history.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Nederlands Studenten Orkest [20.15] Hundred ambitious students from all over the Netherlands perform Shostakovich, Prokofiev and Tawfiq.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Clash of the Titans Wildcard [20.00] After five rounds of Utrecht’s largest band contest, five bands get a second chance to make it to the finals.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Tim Kliphuis Sextet [20.00] Improvisations with world, jazz and classical music and Bach’s Brandenburg Concerts.

DE HELLING > Navarone [20.15] This Nijmegen-based band makes in-yourface rock with elements of classic rock, grunge, stoner and desert tock.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Jakob Bro Quartet: Returnings [21.00] Danish jazz guitarist Jakob Bro produces ‘clouds of sound’ according to Jazz Times. Ethereal, subtle and unique.

24 Sunday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Nederlandse

26 Tuesday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Anna Fedorova & Friends: Piazzolla [20.00] Pianist Anna Fedorova and bandoneonist and composer Marcelo Nisinman are

27 Wednesday CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Calefax: Schemerstukken [20.00] A programme that takes place in the twilight zone between dream, imagination and reality, with music by Ravel, Germanus and Solage.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ MOIRA > Moira Unplugged [19.30] See Wed 6.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > The Midnight [19.45] An American retro synth wave duo that takes you back to the eighties.

They are performing with a saxophone player to support them.

DB’S > Open Jam Session [20.00] Come and join the jam session, or just sit back and listen.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > Broos [20.00] See Wed 6.

28 Thursday MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DB’S > Club 3voor12 [20.00] Monthly showcase by the leading music platform 3voor12. Free admission.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Bruce Dickinson [20.15] The legendary Iron Maiden frontman talks about his autobiography and answers questions from the audience. Expect anecdotes from his multi-faceted life as a singer, pilot, beer brewer, radio presenter and writer.

Movies

LOUIS HARTLOOPER COMPLEX FROM 3 JAN > The Favourite [time tba] In early 18th century England, a frail Queen Anne occupies the throne. Her close friend Lady Sarah (Rachel Weisz) governs the country in her place.

When a new servant arrives, Sarah takes her under her wing.

EVERY SUNDAY > Film Caravaggio: The Soul and the Blood [11.00] This documentary takes you on a journey through the work and eventful life of artist Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio, who was little loved by contemporaries and a fugitive from justice.

FROM 10 JAN > Stan & Ollie [time tba] Laurel and Hardy, the world’s most famous comedy duo, attempt to reignite their film careers as they embark on what becomes their swan song - a gruelling theatre tour of post-war Britain.

FROM 10 JAN > The House That Jack Built [time tba] The story follows highly intelligent serial killer Jack over the course of twelve years, and depicts the murders that really develop his inner madman.

13 JAN > Shoplifters [time tba] Japanese film about a family of small-time crooks, that takes in a child they find on the street. Winner of the Palm d’Or at Cannes 2018.

With English subtitles.

16 JAN > Psychoanalysis & Film: Shadow of a Doubt [19.00] Special series dedicated to the psychology of the human mind as portraited in cinema. Includes a Dutch spoken introduction by a leading expert in the field. The movie is in English.

27 JAN > Shoplifters [time tba] See 13 Jan. FROM 31 JAN > Green Book [time tba] A working-class Italian-American bouncer becomes the driver of an African-American classical pianist on a tour of venues through the 1960s American South.

FROM 7 FEB > Boy Erased [time tba] The son of a Baptist preacher is forced to participate in a churchsupported gay conversion program after being forcibly outed to his parents.

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Bachvereniging o.l.v. Christoph Prégardien [15.00] The German tenor Christopher Prégardian is one of the most singers of our time. He recently started conducting too, and does both during this concert.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ DE HELLING > Gaahls WYRD & Tribulation [19.00] Two of the best current Scandinavian bands on the metal scene.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Malford Milligan & The Southern Aces [20.15] Country meets Americana meets soul in this show by the Texan singer Malford Milligan.

TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Mariza [20.15] Mozambique-born Mariza spent her youth in Lisbon, where she became infused with fado. Her latest album ‘Mundo’ is like a musical travel diary.

GUIDED TOURS IN FRONT OF THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE > See Sun 3.

bringing a bit of Buenos Aires-style tango to Utrecht through the works of Astór Piazzolla.

MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > ABBA Gold: The concert show [20.00] An impressive ABBA show, endorsed by the original band members, and completed by spectacular lighting and video.

PERFORMING ARTS STADSSCHOUWBURG UTRECHT > Between Us [20.00] Through dance, music, acrobatics and physical theatre, The Ruggeds take you on a journey that explores their special bond.

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Festivals & Events

KERSTIVAL – UNTIL 6 JAN CATHARIJNE CONVENT MUSEUM >

[10.00] The full Christmas experience with workshops, tours and the 18th-century Napolitano nativity scene.

WINTER STATION – UNTIL 6 JAN RAILWAY MUSEUM > [10.00] Immerse yourself in the romantic winter spirit.

The museum is transformed with hundreds of shiny lights, music and good food. And you can also ice skate between authentic trains.

KOEKOEK 030 – EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY IN JAN & FEB VARIOUS LOCATIONS > [various times] Locations of different creative young entrepreneurs will be transformed into a pop-up stage for musical acts. There will also be exhibitions of young, talented artists and designers from Utrecht.

FIER BELGIAN BEER FESTIVAL – 8 AND 9 FEB

Exhibitions & Museums

BAK UNTIL 27 JAN > Forensic Justice Featuring a number of tactical forensic reclamations of social and ecological justice. Articulating evidence-based counter-narratives to

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JANSKERK > Get a pint from the tap or from a bottle during this beer festival, which takes places in a church. All the beers are brewed by around twenty well known and lesserknown Belgian breweries.

CULTURAL SUNDAY: NIEUWJAARSDUIK – 13 JAN VARIOUS LOCATIONS > [various times] Immerse yourself in a mix of previews, lectures, presentations, workshops, exhibitions and performances.

DUTCH FLAMENCO BIENNIAL – 20 JAN - 7 FEB VARIOUS LOCATIONS > [various times] For the seventh time, the leading biennial music and dance festival will present the latest developments in flamenco and feature maverick makers, big stars and upcoming talent.

FOOTPRINTS – 26 JAN TIVOLIVREDENBURG > [15.00] A brand new, yearly music festival combining modern and traditional sounds from all corners of the world. With Khruangbin, Jungle by Night, Altin Gün Baloji and many others.

PODIUMBEEST AWARD 2019 – 27 JAN HOFMAN CAFÉ > [20.30] Several bands will compete and a deaf jury will determine which bands excel in giving an exuberant show, that is as attractive non-verbally as it is musically. Three bands will go to the final, which will be held during Sencity Festival in March.

GLUREN BIJ DE BUREN – 10 FEB VARIOUS LOCATIONS > [various times] Utrecht living rooms are transformed into mini-theatres where amateur artistes spend an afternoon in the spotlights.

STUKAFEST – 13 FEB VARIOUS LOCATIONS > [various times] Walk into student digs in Utrecht to watch artistes performing at barely an arm’s length.

UTRECHT LAUGHS Hofman Café > 16 January and 20 February Every third Wednesday of the month, Café Hofman hosts an all English open mic comedy night.

The line-up consists of established names and new talent, who will try out their new material.

FIER BELGIAN BEER FESTIVAL Janskerk > 8 and 9 February Get a pint from the tap or from a bottle during this beer festival, which takes places in a church.

All the beers are brewed by around twenty well known and lesser-known Belgian breweries.

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13 FEB > Psychoanalysis & Film: 45 Years [19.00] Special series dedicated to the rich psychology of the human mind as portraited in cinema.

Includes a Dutch spoken introduction by a leading expert in the field. The movie is in English.

FROM 14 FEB > If Beale Street Could Talk [time tba] A woman in Harlem desperately scrambles to prove her fiancé innocent of a crime while carrying their first child.

FROM 28 FEB > Peterloo [time tba] The story of the 1819 Peterloo Massacre where British forces attacked a peaceful pro-democracy rally in Manchester.

SPRINGHAVER 9 JAN > Shoplifters [time tba] Japanese film about a family of small-time crooks, that takes in a child they find on the street. Winner of the Palm d’Or at Cannes 2018. With English subtitles.

23 JAN > Shoplifters [time tba] See 9 Jan.

LIGHTS TOUR Dom Tower > 2 and 5 January In January, you can climb the Dom Tower during a special evening tour, so you can admire the view of the city centre from above with all the festive lights.

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from museum and private collections across Europe and the United States, including the Vatican Museums and the Louvre.

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

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

DOM TOWER PERMANENT > Tour of the Dom Climb the 465 steps (there is no lift) of the Dom Tower and learn everything about its history. English tours start at 13.30 and 15.30.

JANUARY > Lights tour Climb the Dom Tower with a special evening tour, so you admire the view of the city centre with all the festive lights.

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

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

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

Free admission.

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

FOTODOK UNTIL 24 FEB > Who’s in Control? How do companies derive power from your data? Who determines how you can behave in public space? What do national boundaries mean in a time when everyone is connected to each other? Come to this photography exhibition to form your own opinion on these and other questions.

DE HAAR CASTLE 2 JAN – 28 FEB > Visit De Haar Castle De Haar Castle is the biggest and most luxurious castle in The Netherlands.

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

KUNSTLIEFDE 18 JAN – 27 JAN > Vision on Fashion Fashion students exhibit their vision on fashion, with wearable and experimental collections and everything in between.

KUUB 13 JAN – 24 FEB > Ongrijpbaar Nabij Solo exhibition by Michael Berkhemer (1948), who uses vibrant colours within a framework of geometric shapes: contemporary landscapes in abstraction.

MOLEN DE STER EVERY SATURDAY > Visit the mill This mill in the Lombok district is a traditional working sawmill.

The volunteers put the mill into action and explain its history.

Free admission.

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

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

UNTIL 3 MAR > Robots Love Music This exhibition brings together unique and unusual musical robots from all over the world to play for you (and with you) on violin, flute, piano, trumpet, harp and even banjo. But can they move and interact in the same way people do when performing live?

NEDERLANDS VOLKSBUURTMUSEUM PERMANENT > Museum collection The Dutch museum of backstreets and working class neighbourhoods will show you the two hundred yearhistory of the day-to-day life of the man in the street.

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

PERMANENT > Loaded trains Exhibition about the deportation of Jews by train during World War II. RAUM 1 JAN – 28 FEB > RAUM Exhibitions Come and visit the biggest playground for design, art and technology in Utrecht. You’ll discover amazing art objects and installations built on the biggest town square of Utrecht.

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

Reservation is compulsory.

SALON VAN WELEER PERMANENT > Salon van Weleer

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dominant interpretations of investigated events, the installations mobilize what Forensic Architecture (a London-based independent and interdisciplinary research agency) refers to as ‘public truth’.

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

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

UNTIL 3 FEB > Relics What is the power of relics? Why are they cherished, and why do people travel thousands of miles to see them? This exhibition shows that relics are more than just Catholic and medieval; they have a universal appeal and are still remarkably popular.

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

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

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

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

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

UNTIL 3 FEB > Janis Raffa: Eaten by Non-Humans Janis Rafa uses films and sculptures to create pictorial narratives that illuminate universal themes such as mortality and our ritualised approach to loss, as well as the relationship between humans and animals, and between humans, animals and the landscape.

UNTIL 25 MAR > Utrecht, Caravaggio and Europe Presenting seventy masterpieces, this exhibition is the first to display the Utrecht Caravaggists alongside their European counterparts.

It comprises over sixty loan pieces,

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

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

SONNENBORGH MUSEUM & OBSERVATORY PERMANENT > Bringing far away close

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Kids

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

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

MIFFY MUSEUM > Projection ‘Miffy lives here’ [until 27 Jan from 17.15 to 23.00] Cheerful and wintry animated projection, displayed on the façade of

the museum. The animation lasts 13 minutes and is shown in a continuous loop.

MOLEN DE STER > Arts and crafts club (6+) [every Wednesday from 14.30 to 16.30] The Arts and crafts club in Molen de Ster is an opportunity to make crazy, bizarre, beautiful and impossible artworks.

MUSEUM HOGE WOERD > ArcheoHotspot [every Wednesday-, Thursday, Friday- and Saturday afternoon from 12.00 to 16.00] Archaeology comes to life in Museum Hoge Woerd. Contribute to the ongoing research by helping the (voluntary) archaeologists.

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

PERMANENT > Down to the bone At first sight, humans look very different from sharks, crocodiles or horses.

How are humans and animals similar, and how do they differ?

SONNENBORGH MUSEUM & OBSERVATORY PERMANENT > Bringing far away close

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

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

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

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

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

4 Friday ( Jan) PERFORMING ARTS PODIUM HOGE WOERD (LEIDSCHE RIJN) > De Sprookjeskoningin (6+) [15.00] The touching music of Henry Purcell is combined with the absurdly comical and sometimes sinister universe of the puppets of Duda Paiva Company.

Together, they give a modern twist to the fairytale of Titania and Oberan from Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream in this musical puppet

theater about real and false love, coldness and passion.

20 Sunday ( Jan) CLASSICAL MUSIC TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Be Bach (5+) [15.00] Interactive theatrical performance of Bach’s life as a child.

10 Sunday (Feb) MUSIC / POP, WORLD, JAZZ TIVOLIVREDENBURG > Maestro Eric: Flamenco! (9+) [15:00] Eric Robillard uncovers the musical secrets of flamenco through a meeting with a young flamenco hero in Spain.

26 Tuesday (Feb) PERFORMING ARTS PODIUM HOGE WOERD (LEIDSCHE RIJN) > Lepeltje Lepeltje (4+) [15.00] Three dancers and a musician are looking for that one magical moment that makes you feel like you are levitating.

Falling, lifting, throwing, catching, stumbling and tumbling a thousand times, before flying…maybe once.

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now open! stationsplein 12-14

delicious noodle and rice dishes | curries | ramen salads | (asian) beer | wine sake | fresh juices

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Visitor information TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE >

At the foot of the Dom Tower, you will find the Tourist Information Centre. They are happy to help you book your tickets, tours, and accommodation, and tell you about all the things you can do in Utrecht and its surroundings.

Also make sure to check out the store, where you can buy all kinds of souvenirs. > Domplein 9. Open Mon 11.45-17.00, Tues-Sat 10.00-17.00, Sun 12.00-17.00

Looking for a present?

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

Getting around UTRECHT REGION PASS > In addition

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

THE U-OV DAY TICKET > The U-OV day ticket (Dagkaart) is ideal for travelling to various places in the municipality of Utrecht, including Leidsche Rijn and Haarzuilens.

It is valid for one day (€ 6), 3 days (€ 11.50), or 5 days (€ 16). Buy your ticket at the U-OV Service Store in the main hall of Utrecht Central Station (trains). Children up to the age of 4 can travel for free on U-OV buses and trams.

OV-CHIP CARD (OV-CHIPKAART) >

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

BICYCLE RENTAL > Cycling is the

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

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

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Check out online BAK www.bak-utrecht.nl Casco Art Institute www.casco.art Catharijne Convent Museum www.catharijneconvent.nl/english Centraal Museum www.centraalmuseum.nl Club BASIS www.clubbasis.nl Cultural Sunday: Nieuwjaarsduik www.culturelezondagen.nl/english dB’s www.dbstudio.nl/en De Leuke Winterfestival www.deleukefestival.nl Dom Church www.domkerk.nl Dom Tower (VVV Tourist Info) www.domtoren.nl/en DOMunder www.domunder.com/en Dutch Flamenco Biennial www.flamencobiennale.nl/en/ festival EKKO www.ekko.nl EXboot www.exboot.nl

EXbunker www.exbunker.nl Fier Belgian Beer Festival www.streekbierfestival.nl/janskerk FOTODOK www.fotodok.org Gilde Utrecht www.gildeutrecht.nl/english Gluren bij de Buren www.glurenbijdeburen.nl/utrecht Greetings from Utrecht www.greetingsfromutrecht.nl De Haar Castle www.kasteeldehaar.nl/english De Helling www.dehelling.nl Hofman Café www.hofman-cafe.nl De Kargadoor www.kargadoor.nl Koekoek 030 www.koekoek030.com Kunstliefde www.kunstliefde.nl KuuB www.kunstruimtekuub.nl Louis Hartlooper Complex www.hartlooper.nl/en Miffy Museum www.nijntjemuseum.nl Moira www.moira-utrecht.nl Molen de Ster www.molendester.nu Museum Hoge Woerd (Leidsche Rijn) www.museumhogewoerd.nl

Museum Speelklok www.museumspeelklok.nl Nederlands Volksbuurtmuseum www.volksbuurtmuseum.nl/ visitor-information Pieterskerk www.pieterskerkconcerten.nl Podium Hoge Woerd (Leidsche Rijn) www.podiumhogewoerd.nl Railway Museum www.spoorwegmuseum.nl RAUM www.raumutrecht.nl Rietveld Schröderhuis www.centraalmuseum.nl/en/visit/ locations/rietveld-schroder-house Salon van Weleer www.salonvanweleer.nl Sneeuwbal Winterfestival www.sneeuwbalfestival.nl/english Slot Zuylen www.slotzuylen.nl/english Sonnenborgh Museum & Observatory ww.sonnenborgh.nl/english Springhaver www.springhaver.nl/en Stadsschouwburg Utrecht www.stadsschouwburg-utrecht.nl Stukafest www.stukafest.nl/utrecht Theater Kikker www.theaterkikker.nl TivoliVredenburg www.tivolivredenburg.nl Tourist Information Centre www.visit-utrecht.com Het Utrechts Archief www.hetutrechtsarchief.nl Utrecht University Hall www.uu.nl/en/organisation/ utrecht-university-hall Utrecht University Museum www.universiteitsmuseum.nl/ english De Winkel van Sinkel www.dewinkelvansinkel.nl

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Next time?

AT HOTEL26, YOU CAN SPEND A ROMANTIC NIGHT IN ONE OF UTRECHT’S OLD WHARF CELLARS, WITH A VIEW OF THE WATER. SOME EVEN HAVE A PRIVATE TERRACE ALONG THE CANAL. WHAT A VIEW

HOTEL26

Staying in a wharf cellar is a great way to experience the city from a completely different level. You will feel like you’re in a different world once you’ve descended the steps to the wharf. The hotel’s five wharf cellars along Oudegracht and Nieuwegracht have been carefully renovated and host private rooms, as well as fully equipped apartments. The apartments can accommodate up to five people, so you can also book a stay with friends or family. > Hotel26 Korte Nieuwstraat 14 hotel26.nl/en