The month in which you can literally fall outside: June. The city beckons, the fields bloom, terraces sizzle, windows swing open, and events draw people onto the streets. You fall into summer vibrantly, warmly and full of anticipation. But ‘falling outside’ has a completely different meaning. Less visible, sometimes painful, and even more important to mention - especially in a time of summer bustle and full squares. In Eindless we focus on people and initiatives that do not automatically move within the lines of society. But who actually draws those lines? And who sees what happens outside of them?
She usually interviews others for A Slice of Life, but this time researcher Ankita Mukherjee herself lifts a corner of the sari and shares her findings about a pluralistic society. Coen van Ham painted feelings for every day of the year, I think it is wonderful how individual words come to life. In the duo column by Loubna and Mathilde, an exciting conversation unfolds about borders, perspectives and the
question of who sets the standard. There is another Queer Pride that puts the spotlight on the strength and visibility of the Eindhoven queer community, and there are personal stories, such as that of the Argentinian Sophie, who chose an unusual source of income as a cat sitter, or of Maha who feels like she belongs at Burst Your Bubble.
Especially in a city like Eindhoven, where innovation and creativity are paramount, it is important to reflect on those who are still too often left out of the picture. Culture connects and softens, and sport can also build a bridge. By facilitating encounters and dialogue, we can ensure that everyone can join in - outside, into the summer, into the city, into life. First of all, this new Eindless will be with you. We wish you a sunny, open and curious June..
Eindless magazine is published by the Uit in Eindhoven foundation Editing & publication Loubna Bakra, Claire van der Elst, Yukiko Funakoshi, Ailén Gamberoni, Femke Hoogland, Ineke Hurkmans, Mathilde Lageman, Moniek Louwers, Sandra Monnee, Ankita Mukherjee. Magazine management & editor-in-chief Lidy Lathouwers Translations Duncan Hollands, STE Languages Fotografie Eddie Mol, Willem Wouterse Design Irene Pijnenburg, Zoubida Tulkens, Plan C
Partners ‘Wij zijn Eindless!’ STE Languages, Expat Spouses Initiative Eindhoven, Brainport Development, Eindhoven Airport, Municipality of Eindhoven, > 30 collective cultural organizations, affiliated with the Uit in Eindhoven foundation The following people contributed to this edition: Ineke Hurkmans, Ankita Mukherjee.
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Eindhoven Airport is the gateway to the Brainport region. With direct connections to and from London, Alicante, Budapest and other destinations, the airport brings people closer together: for holidays, work or family visits. What remains is that very first impression: the airport is Brabant hospitable and welcomes passengers with an organised service and good connections. This is where your journey begins. Will you join us?
‘Put on my backpack and go on a nice trip. Isn’t that great?’
‘We love it here!’
Departure to Portugal
Paul Vernooij
Age 36 years • Nationality Dutch
‘We are going away for a weekend with a few friends, to Portugal.Two friends are already there; they have organised all kinds of activities. Traditionally, what we are going to do is still a secret. A packing list stated what we need to take with us, and that is in my backpack. I know these guys from high school, Breda. We try to get together once a year. After my studies in Biomedical Technology at the TU/e, I stayed in Eindhoven. I got married and bought a house here. I make full use of the city: I like to eat out and travel a lot to and from the city. We go to the Parktheater and to the movies, and we have a drink on a terrace at Strijp S. I regularly use public transport and like to fly from Eindhoven Airport. I love going there by bike, put on my backpack and go on a nice trip. Isn’t that great? It is a nice, quiet and well-organized airport.’
Paul lives in Eindhoven and works in Tilburg as an investment manager at the Brabant Development Company.
Direct connections, close to home
Arrival from Spain, Madrid
Ivo & Lucas
Age 21 and 20 years • Nationality Argentinian
‘We know each other from our studies in Argentina, and are in Eindhoven for an exchange program at the TU/e. We came to live here two months ago. We really like it here. The people are great, so nice! And everyone rides a bike here. We also rented a bike. The past few days we visited our friends in Madrid who are on exchange there. Now they are here and we will show them Eindhoven. We will make trips to Amsterdam and Utrecht.
In total we are nine friends. We travel a lot in Europe, and have also been to Barcelona, London and Marrakesh. Sometimes we travel together, sometimes separately. From Eindhoven Airport we can visit many cities. When we are in Eindhoven, we study or go to the pub on Stratumseind. We have a beer and something to eat. We love it here!’
Ivo and Lucas are studying Industrial Engineering via an exchange program at TU/e.
Eindhoven Airport has 7 million passengers per year, which is an average of more than 18,000 arriving and departing people every day. 53% of them travel on a holiday or a city trip, 33% visit family and/or friends and 14% make a business trip. However short their visit may be the airport strengthens the growth of the region for settling, for living and working, and in economic terms.
4funkyflavours
Fashion can be more fun, original and colourful
They don’t pigeonhole, but they do surprising combinations and quirky flair; before starting 4funkyflavours, the team worked in the music scene as DJs, graphic designers and with the legendary record store Rare Records. That creativity is definitely reflected in their clothing designs. Once started as baby and children’s clothing, it has now expanded with a complete women’s and men’s collection. At the head office in Eindhoven, a creative team works on every step of the process, from design to sales. Just like a good DJ set, 4funkyflavours mixes styles, tastes and ideas into something new.
Product Doin’ the Thing (Ajour knitted wrap top) • PrIce € 99,95 For sale Via 4funkyflavours.eu and Leidingstraat 23 in Eindhoven
Jan Vervoort
A comic strip with beautiful illustrations of Eindhoven
Miss Eindhoven Wall art full of traditions & Eindhoven memories
Miriam Beurskens was born and raised in Eindhoven and is the big chef in Miss Eindhoven. She found it when she came back to live in her familiar city after being away for a few years. The wall decoration and home accessories of Miss Eindhoven are based on Eindhoven and life in the Netherlands. From maps and old Dutch tiles to sleek illustrations; typical Miss Eindhoven is the nostalgic approach. In addition to her own work, you will find designs by other local designers such as Nieki van Diepen, Fabian van der Wielen, Femke de Koninck. We have become quite attached to the tiles ourselves.
Wonderfully old-fashioned!
Product DAFje • PrIce € 26,- • For sale Via misseindhoven.nl
Rudolf Vermeulen bonbons
The Chocolate Factory of Waalre
What started in 1939 as a small chocolate factory in Waalre, grew into a traditional family business where three generations now make delicious bonbons with love and craftsmanship. All these generations work according to their own traditional recipes, by hand and in small quantities. Every bonbon is therefore fresh and quite irresistible. Chocolate is, in addition to being addictively delicious, also a fun product to work with. It is easy to work with and pour into shapes. The people at Rudolf Vermeulen like to share their love and passion for their profession by giving workshops. Just like the bonbons, they are for all ages.
Product A box of bonbons • Price from € 9,45 For sale On the Willibrorduslaan 1-3 in Waalre
A pearl from the old box this time, and third in a series of three. ‘De stem van Sonare’, a comic strip by Jan Vervoort, which you of course cannot miss in our series of makers from Eindhoven and surroundings.
It is about the megalomaniac Dr.Müsli. He manages an obscure organization that wants to have total economic world domination. Of course, followers are needed for that. Under false pretenses he recruits people who are incorporated. Despite his suspicion, the main character and hero of the story, Elno, gets involved in an adventure that takes place in Eindhoven. A beautiful comic strip with many recognizable places in the city.
Product De stem van Sonare • Price € 8,For sale Via deterechtekronkel.nl
Fraai Staal
Wheeling through the city in style
At Fraai Staal, everything revolves around the love for the classic steel bicycle. They have a lot of racing bikes, but also bikes with ‘normal’ handlebars, if you don’t want to hang over your handlebars all the time. With craftsmanship, an eye for detail and a good dose of style, bicycle makers Rob and Linda Rooijens bring vintage bicycles back to life. Whether it’s fresh handlebar tape, a nice saddle or a complete restoration: a bicycle always gets a very aesthetic look with them. Go to Fraai Staal to have your own bike fixed, or to put together a completely hand-built bicycle. Then you have a bicycle that no one else has. It doesn’t get more unique than tha
Product Achielle Saar (new) • Price € 1.142,For sale Via fraaistaal.nl or visit Leenderweg 119 in Eindhoven
Coen van Ham
Poetry of Feelings
A art projct about power of emotion
Poetry of Feelings is more than an art project; it is an invitation to explore your own emotional landscape and to start a conversation together about mental health. How are you feeling today? Do you ever consciously reflect on your feelings? Half of all Dutch people have had a mental illness at some point. Among young people, this is half and in the queer community even three quarters. At the same time, the World Health Organization (WHO) shows that experiencing art has a proven positive effect on health and well-being. But how do you give shape to emotions? And how do you make feelings a subject to discuss?
Artist Coen van Ham took on this challenge. In his project ‘Poetry of Feelings’ he painted 366 feelings, one for each day of the year (including a leap day). Each painting is a translation of a feeling, captured in a square of 15x15 cm. Van Ham challenged others to contribute a feeling, making the audience part of the process.
The result: a colourful and versatile series that makes the invisible visible. Coen hopes that the series will inspire others to recognize, share and shape feelings through art.
Which emotion did you find most difficult to paint?
‘After I had collected all the feelings and had them translated into English (by Lizzy Kean), I started painting. Purely on intuition I chose a feeling, I felt it. Piece by piece. Then I chose colour, touch and shape and put my impression of that feeling on paper. Gradually I noticed that it became more challenging. I looked at the remaining feelings and saw that they were my personal qualities that I had not yet painted: ‘creative’, ‘positive’ and ‘clear’. But also, my pitfalls such as ‘skeptical’, ‘dominant’ and ‘hurt’ and the things that remained for me as a person: ‘queer’ and ‘persuasive’. It is precisely then very much about my, sometimes visible and sometimes invisible, deepest values and feelings.’
You invited people to contribute feelings. Which entry surprised you the most?
‘It was very nice and special that many people shared a personal feeling with me. That requires courage and openness. Many words touched me and only made my project more valuable. The word ‘bubbly’ and the story of the young woman who shared it, nicely balances the plus and minus for me.
She had lost her brother to suicide, and he used the word intense. But it also really suits her. When she has a nice day and is having fun with her friend, for example, she feels ‘bubbly’. It has therefore become a very light bubble-blowing work. The word spleeny also has that challenging combination of discomfort and desire. Han Roijakkers, a good friend and Dutch language and literature specialist, brought in this feeling. ‘Spleen’, also known as annoyance, has sadness, disappointment, and the desire for something beautiful or nice at the same time.’
Which day of the calendar book would you most like to share with as many people as possible?
‘To me, that question feels like which child do you love the most? All the feelings are now correct for me and are in exactly the right place in the book. When a work of art is finished, the interpretation of it is for the viewer. And since feelings often do not last a whole day, it gives more of an impetus to reflect on that day. Do I feel sad, and why or why not? Or are there other emotions that play a role that particular day?’
A specific date would be the birthday of my love Peter. The word ‘sweet’ is on that day. Also placed there from intuition, I now realize. But it is correct: he tastes sweet as honey and is the love of my life. Peter makes me shine every day with my art, my creativity and with all my other feelings together.’
During the exhibition, all 366 works will be presented once. At the same time, the impressive 752-page English-language book ‘Poetry of Feelings’ will be published, with a collection of the paintings in a perpetual calendar and conversation starter. There will be lectures and workshops by, among others, special professor of Art and Care Prof. Dr. Tineke Abma, curator and art historian Pim Hoff, Patrick Verhoeven and Coen van Ham himself.
De Kruisruimte in Eindhoven is open every day from 12:00 to 17:00. Closed on Monday 16 & Tuesday 17 June. Admission is free. www.poetryoffeelings.com
‘Many words touched me and only made the project more valuable’
Coen van Ham
Ankita Mukherjee
This month I write from a city in the south of India, Coimbatore, where I am staying for a few weeks. Although it is officially a city, it feels more like a collection of villages strung together. People know their neighbours, trust has been slowly built up, and the rhythm of daily life reminds me of Eindhoven, where there is also a strong sense of community behind the urban facade.
Being here has made me think about how diversity works in India. It is not a topic that is talked about much. Long debates, campaign slogans or big celebrations of inclusion, none of it. Diversity is not a goal to achieve here, because it is already there, a natural part of daily life. People with different languages, beliefs and customs live side by side. And yet they seem to go together. It is not without tensions of course, but there is also no great display.
You notice it in small, quiet moments: a shopkeeper who switches languages in the middle of a sentence without thinking, a wedding that combines rituals from two traditions, a street where you see a mosque, church and temple at the same time. No one is surprised. It is simply part of the street scene. This self-evident approach to differences here in India is particularly striking when you compare it to how carefully diversity is often directed and organised in the West. In the Netherlands I am regularly aware of my otherness; in India I effortlessly blend in with the environment. Even after years of being away. No one asks me where I come from, and I do not feel the need to explain myself. That silent acceptance - it is just like that - can be so unexpectedly reassuring.
These weeks pass at a pleasantly slow pace. I get up early, take walks under tropical greenery and read in the afternoon, while listening to the rustling of palm trees and the calling of birds in the distance. One day I get stuck at a calendar with paintings by Raja Ravi Varma. His women, captured in light and shadow, remind me of the soft glow of Vermeer and the raw drama of Caravaggio. Familiar yet elusive, classic and cinematic at the same time. Like India itself: a country that effortlessly carries multiple moods at once.
‘If America pot, then India selection of in individual taste different, necessarily other, but together complete and
Shashi
Mukherjee
America is a melting India is a thali: a delicious dishes individual bowls. Each different, and they don’t necessarily mix with each together they form a satisfying meal.’
Shashi Tharoor
DUOCOLUMN MATHILDE & LOUBNA
What does freedom mean when origin and image play a role? In this correspondence, Loubna Bakra and Mathilde Lageman enter conversation. Open and personal, vulnerable on both sides and certainly not with easy answers.
Dear Loubna,
‘I could learn something from this, I thought’
Dear Mathilde,
I recently had an appointment with Zeynep, a business associate. She was observing Ramadan and didn’t eat or drink anything between sunrise and sunset. In a form of solidarity, I skipped lunch and stuck to a glass of water. Zeynep spoke enthusiastically. In addition to fasting, she talked about what is extra important to her during this period: gratitude, forgiveness, avoiding bad habits, giving to charity, time for spiritual devotion and space for self-reflection. I could learn something from this, I thought. She beamed; her face wrapped in a colorful hijab. The way she spoke with pride and openness about her life and the holy month moved me.
Zeynep told me that she is the only one in her family who is actively involved in her faith. My curiosity was aroused. How had she made this choice? She was fine with me asking. ‘Because of my headscarf, by participating in Ramadan; I genuinely connect with my values’ she explained. ‘It creates a certain inner peace, which strengthens the bond with my faith even more. I liked how she expressed her conviction and thought about it. Her family respects her choice. The outside world often reacts differently. When she told me that many people immediately have an opinion about wearing a headscarf - ‘That happens immediately, Mathilde’ - I realized how beauty must be visible to be recognized, even for me. My assumptions were further tested when she said: ‘People often think that I don’t speak Dutch, while I was born and raised in Eindhoven!’ Her voice, once so happy, now sounded sad. ‘If you knew how people sometimes react, you would be shocked. People think that I am forced to dress like this. That I have no will of my own. But the opposite is true.’ I was shocked by the turnaround in our conversation. It touched me. So, this is her daily reality. Here, in Eindhoven. I had to think of you, Loubna. In our previous column, we talked about ‘freedom’. That multiple realities exist side by side and that such a concept means something different to everyone. The conversation with Zeynep made me even more aware that even in our city freedom is not self-evident for everyone. That image of ‘everyone can be themselves here’ does not always seem to be true. What is that like for you? You also wear a headscarf. Do you get these types of reactions and how do you deal with them? I would really like to hear your story.
GREETINGS, MATHILDE LAGEMAN Director & Co-owner STE Languages
‘Now I feel a bit pigeonholed’
I had a completely different subject in mind to write about, but now there is your letter. To be honest, I don’t really know how to respond. Your story is about Zeynep. You spoke to her, but you direct your questions about freedom to me. I wonder why? I am also surprised that you say you are shocked by the reactions she gets because of wearing her headscarf. I remember that you once mentioned that you have difficulty with women wearing headscarves. Perhaps it unconsciously plays a role that you know very few women wearing headscarves personally? But it is precisely this mechanism that Zeynep suffers from: people react based on prejudices, without knowing the story behind it. We call it framing. What was your opinion about women wearing headscarves based on? You also refer to my previous letter, where freedom was mentioned. We could perhaps have built on that, especially because it was about freedom in a broader sense. Now I feel a bit pigeonholed: you are having a conversation with a woman of foreign descent wearing a headscarf and you ask me, also a foreign woman wearing a headscarf, about freedom. How should I interpret this question? Is it only about freedom in relation to my headscarf and my religion?
I notice that in conversations I often feel that I have to prove my opinion, substantiate it, while others can state their position as self-evident. I had that feeling in our previous correspondence as well. My letter to you contained questions, and I was very curious about your answers. I thought it was a pity that you hardly responded to them and instead stated that your conclusion is obvious. But that does not make it a fact. For me, your conclusion was anything but obvious, otherwise I would not have asked those questions. That got me thinking. Does that obviousness perhaps exist because you - in your words - are that white, highly educated woman? Is it then sufficient to find something obvious, without explaining why you think so or what you base your opinion on? And is that exactly the ‘white privilege’ that is so often talked about? That you are the norm, and I am the one who must justify and prove myself? And maybe that the space to be able to state something as self-evident without explanation is not the same for both of us? It is precisely this discomfort and difference that I would like to discuss. Precisely because I believe in an honest, equal conversation. In order not to fall into the trap of writing framing instead of combating it, I would like to make a completely different proposal: can we ‘just’ talk about the phenomenon of men urinating in public after a football match next time? I saw this for the first time recently after a PSV home match! I think it helps us if we have such a clear topic in our minds and let go of our perspective on it. Would you like that, Mathilde? Do you know when PSV will be playing at home again?
WARM GREETINGS, LOUBNA BAKRA
Community
builder
Woensel West, community librarian Woensel Zuid
AGENDA
In June there is a lot to experience in the city in terms of music, theatre, dance, exhibitions and events. Are you coming? Stay on, go out!
FRI 6 JUNE
MUZIEKGEBOUW EINDHOVEN | 22:00 | POP Keshavara
The Cologne-based band Keshavara immediately grabs attention with their flamboyant mustaches and striking headgear. During this edition of Kaleidoscope, they take you on a journey through their colorful and adventurous sound, a unique blend of krautpop, psychedelic soundtracks, and dub-not-dub. On “III,” their third album as a four-piece band, they combine sweet melodies with rhythms reminiscent of the funky studios of Beirut in the 1970s. Their music, sung in English, Hindi, and German, shifts effortlessly between enchanting and energetic, feeling like a journey through different worlds. Let yourself be swept away in the surreal universe of Keshavara during Kaleidoscope!
WED 28 MAY
STUDIUM GENERALE, TU/E | BLAUWE ZAAL, AUDITORIUM, TU/E CAMPUS | 12:40 – 13:20 (OPTION Q&A TOT 13:50) | FREE ENTRANCE
Metal in the Making
Metal is raw and dark, but also melodic and sensitive. In this energetic masterclass, part of BRIDGE Guitar Festival Eindhoven, lead guitarist Bart Hennephof of the leading Dutch prog-tech-metal band Textures puts the electric guitar in the spotlight at the TU/e. With a spectacular performance, he shows – and hears – how versatile the metal genre really is.
Afterwards, there is room for questions to Bart and on request he demonstrates even more specific guitar techniques.
This program is in English. Info and free reservation via www.tue.nl/s
SUN 29 JUNE | MUZIEKGEBOUW EINDHOVEN | FILM MUSIC
PARKTHEATER
After a break of more than a year and a half, Simon Keizer is coming with new music and a new theatre show in which, in addition to new songs, there is also room for the accompanying stories. ‘It will feel like coming home to be in one room, in an intimate theatre setting, to bring my music and tell my story. I can’t wait!’
Alan Parsons Live Project
Alan Parsons set the tone for decades with his mix of rock, symphonic influences, and technological innovation. The British composer, musician, and producer began his career as a sound engineer at the renowned Abbey Road Studios, where he worked on iconic albums such as “Abbey Road” (The Beatles) and “Dark Side of the Moon” (Pink Floyd). In 1975, he co-founded The Alan Parsons Project with Eric Woolfson, a band that achieved global success with hits like “Eye in the Sky”, “Sirius”, and “Don’t Answer Me”. Now, Alan returns to Muziekgebouw Eindhoven with his Alan Parsons Live Project for a concert featuring new music and, of course, the wellknown classics!
PARKTHEATER EINDHOVEN | 20:30
Drenth & Bigbenth + Henry van Loon
Heldere Hemel
Heldere Hemel is a spectacular theatrical concert with comedian Hanneke Drenth and Aristo’s Big band. Drenth & Bigbenth brings comical and recognizable songs. about young and worn-out loves, holding on and letting go, about yoga pants, camel poses, bags under the eyes, hiking boots and Skinny Salted Dark Roast Caramel Frappé iced coffees. With special guest: Henry van Loon!
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MUZIEKGEBOUW EINDHOVEN | 20:15 U |
Fans of The The can rejoice! Led by founder and frontman Matt Johnson, the British band brings an immersive mix of new wave, rock, blues, and soul to Eindhoven. The The made an impression in the 1980s with albums like “Soul Mining” and “Infected,” leaving a lasting mark on alternative music. In 2024, after a 24-year silence, the album “Ensoulment” was released. With this long-awaited release, the band proves they haven’t lost any of their legendary sound. Get ready for a spectacular show filled with new music and old hits like “This Is The Day,” “Uncertain Smile,” and “Heartland.”
MON 9 JUNE
MUZIEKGEBOUW EINDHOVEN | 20:15 | CLASSIC
Camerata Salzburg & Janine Jansen
Janine Jansen Is, according to Camerata Salzburg concertmaster Gregory Ahss, “one of those stars in the sky that makes this whole event shine.” Whether she is playing chamber music or performing as a soloist, Jansen is a beloved figure. Camerata Salzburg brings the spontaneity of chamber music to Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto, with its melancholic opening and fairy-tale-like finale, and gives the Reformation Symphony a new brilliance. From the very first moment, Jansen and the orchestra felt a magical connection. Jansen describes their collaboration as a journey toward “freedom and joy,” which is clearly heard in the concert program, full of stunning masterpieces by Bach and Mendelssohn.
SAT 14 JUNE
PARKTHEATER EINDHOVEN | 20:00 | MUSIC
Noordpool Orkest & Bert Visscher
Meet Don Pescatore and his Alcatraz Orchestral
Together with a big band of 22 wild musicians and three singers, comedian Bert Visscher sings cover from the past and present. From rock’nroll and soul to gospel, funk and Latin. We transform the theater into an atmospheric dance tent, complete with chandeliers and a spacious bar. Bert Visscher, aka Don Pescatore, and his Alcatraz Orchestra will ensure an unforgettable evening. Take a seat on stage and dance along!
FRI 20 JUNE
PIAZZA CENTER EINDHOVEN | 20:00 | MUSIC
Philzuid concert
Philmob 2025
Registration to participate in the Philmob 2025 is closed, so come and enjoy the Philmob as an audience on June 20 at 8:00 PM in the Piazza Center in Eindhoven. Hundreds of amateur musicians will give an open-air concert together with the professionals of Philzuid. This time we will once again play a beautiful program, in which the musicians can let off steam and which the audience can fully enjoy. Admission is free, you can just walk in!
Lucinda Williams
Three-time Grammy winner Lucinda Williams has been walking her own musical path for 45 years. With a powerful style that blends blues, folk, country, and rock, she is a pioneer within americana. Raised in Louisiana, surrounded by folk records and poetry, she found her voice as a songwriter at an early age. Her debut album “Ramblin’ on My Mind” dates back to 1979, and since then, the American singer-songwriter has released many successful albums. She has won numerous awards and collaborated with artists such as Bruce Springsteen, Willie Nelson, Jason Isbell, and Robert Plant. On June 26, Lucinda Williams and her band will return to Muziekgebouw Eindhoven after 9 years!
Beleef de allergrootste musicalhits live! Met musicalster Milan van Waardenburg en sopraan Laetitia Gerards Broadway en West End staan bekend om hun legendarische podia voor musicals. Als een musical daar heeft gedraaid, heb je het gemaakt in de wereld van de musicals. Met Philmusical brengt Philzuid verschillende hits uit de bekendste musicals, zoals An American in Paris, South Pacific en West Side Story. O.l.v. dirigent Duncan Ward en met een sterrencast aan solisten wordt dit een concert om bij weg te zwijmelen.
MUZIEKGEBOUW EINDHOVEN | 21:00 | POP
Club Solange
Each edition of Club Solange brings together singer Solange Rose and a selection of talented artists, each with their own unique story. The carefully chosen music holds special meaning for Solange and her guests, making Club Solange more than just a regular concert evening. It is an experience where music and personal stories come together. The second edition is centered around freedom and coincides with Keti Koti, commemorating the abolition of slavery. Solange will share the stage with artists ranging from raw blues to soulful ballads, accompanied by a live band led by Jeroen Ermens and backing vocalists Lois and Luke
MUZIEKGEBOUW
De Vloer Op
In this theatre version of the popular television programme De Vloer Op, director Peter de Baan transforms current, social and relational dilemmas into an improvisation assignment. Various actors perform scenes without a script that move, confront or make you laugh out loud - often based on themes from the audience. Every evening is a unique mix of humour, recognition and emotion.
FRI 13 JUNE
PARKTHEATER EINDHOVEN | 20:30 | CABARET & COMEDY
Keti Koti Conference
#Gedeeldverleden
Let Jeffrey Spalburg carry you away to the entertaining Keti Koti Conference and understand why we share our past. Wait a minute: A cabaret performance. about the abolition of slavery? Exactly! Isn’t that way too long ago? Could be! I have nothing to do with that, right? Yes, I do! We all do. Because we live in the Netherlands after all. How do we move forward together? Because the only way is forward. Know your past and be ready for the future. Keti Koti Conference. It’s time to break the chains and connect more with each other.
SAT 7 JUNE
PARKTHEATER EINDHOVEN | 20:30 | CABARET & COMEDY
Yentl en de Boer Rekhalzen
In their brand-new musical cabaret shows Rekhalzen, cabaret duo Yenti en de Boer goes in search of their ability to dream in an unpredictable time. A show full of beautiful and funny songs, which they are so loved for. It is exactly what we need: stretching our necks a bit. Whoooop into the air! In search of the horizon, the future or just a kind of direction.
SAT 14 JUNE
PARKTHEATER EINDHOVEN | 20:30 | CABARET & COMEDY
Peter
Heerschop and Viggo Waas
Youth
Best friends. Men with plans. They were boys. Or no, they still are boys. And they are still capable of ridiculous things. In what may be their last theatre show together, they go all out one more time. That they know for sure that they really gave everything, absolutely everything. Peter and Viggo challenge the audience to join in with their youthful enthusiasm in a life-changing programme with a hint of nostalgia. Will they go out with a bang, or will they catapult themselves to a new beginning?
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Eindhoven Pride
Rainbow Revolution
From 14 to 22 June, Eindhoven will once again be all about love, pride and solidarity. During this second edition of Eindhoven Pride, we will not only celebrate who we are, but also fight for what is still needed. Under the powerful motto Rainbow Revolution, we call for visibility, equality and inclusion.
Parade & Festival on 14 June
The festive Pride Parade on Saturday 14 June is the beating heart of the week. More than 40 groups and floats will parade through the city in a colourful procession, a celebration but also a powerful protest against exclusion. Afterwards, the Pride Vibes Festival will kick off on Stadhuisplein, with performances by local queer artists and crowd favorites such as singer Do, Make Up Your Mind star Vanessa van Cartier and DJs Barry Paf & Menno de Boer. Admission is free.
A Week Full of Meaning
Eindhoven Pride is more than a party: it is a movement. The week is full of inspiring activities, organized by local initiatives and partners. From lectures to art, from parties to dialogue: there is room for everyone.
Join the Rainbow Revolution!
Whether you come to dance, listen or just be there: you make the difference. Together we show that Eindhoven stands for freedom, pride and love.
The parade starts at 2 p.m. in the center of Eindhoven. Afterwards you can enjoy live artists on the Stadhuisplein until midnight.
More info?
eindhovenpride.nl or @eindhovenpride on socials.
PARKTHEATER EINDHOVEN | 13:00
The new theatre season is coming!
The new theatre season has been on sale since 24 May! There are around 350 different performances on the new programme. Big names and new talent. Cabaret, opera, dance, music, musical. For young and old. Entertainment, depth, other perspectives. Are you curious? On 7 September our doors will be wide open again with free sneak previews on the Open Day.
Further highlights in the new programme; Big musicals such as Hairspray, The Wiz, Foxtrot, Brel and Aletta the musical. Also, a packed cabaret & comedy programme with big names and lots of new talent such as Kasper van der Laan and Roel Maalderink. In addition, big shows such as YOAH from Japan, Steven Kazan, and the Ashton Brothers. And much more!
In short, you want to be there. Very close by.
‘T WASVEN | 12:00 – 17:00 | FREE
ENTRANCE
Festival: Wasven Natuurlijk!
Wander past green stalls, participate in workshops, enjoy the music and everything that grows and blooms. A festival for young and old! Wasven organizes this event Wasven Natuurlijk! - Growing and Blooming This afternoon is all about nature, sustainability and conviviality and at the same time forms the conclusion of the Week Without Waste. Discover a market full of forgotten vegetables, herbs, flowers and local products. Participate in creative workshops such as baking cookies, felting, flower arranging and making flowerpots. There are tastings with seasonal fruit, sheep-sharing demonstrations and guided tours of the beautiful estate and fields. Extra this year: a demonstration of making textile cards and for children (7-16 years) the workshop From Waste to Wonder, in which they learn how to make toys from recycled bio-waste such as coffee grounds. A day full of inspiration and fun! More information at www.wasven.nl.
Spring promotion: 10% discount on the course price
Register together and both receive a 10% discount on the course price. Check the website for the conditions.
If you are going on holiday to Italy, it is nice if you speak the language a little. We will start the Italian on holiday course in May. There are still a few places available. If you already speak a little Spanish, you may be able to participate in the Spanish conversation for beginners’ course. Check our website for more information. Would you rather search for your ancestors? Register for Family tree research for beginners. Do you like philosophy? Then participate in the one-off Socratic Dialogue workshop. Do you want to develop your creative talents? Then choose Needle felting or Photography with your smartphone. Or choose them all! That is now possible with a 10% discount from the Spring promotion. You can find all courses at www.vu-eindhoven.nl Questions? Please call or email: info@vu-eindhoven.nl or 040-7820810 (Mon-Thu 10:00-12:30).
Intro to Aquarel
Ontdek de kunst van botanisch aquarelleren! Laat je inspireren door bloemen en planten, leer tips & trucs en werk met kwaliteitsmaterialen. Voor beginners en gevorderden, onder begeleiding van illustrator Laura Carter. Iedereen is welkom!
More info: eindhoven.op-shop.nl FRI 6
Sleeping like a caveman, by Merijn van de Laar
Sleep has hardly changed since cavemen slept in caves. Back then it was saber-toothed tigers, now social media keeps us awake. During this lecture, sleep scientist Merijn van de Laar will take you into the wonderful world of sleep and what you can do to improve your sleep
More info: eindhoven.op-shop.nl
‘Who am I ?’
You are invited to discover through writing with accessible short assignments: What makes me happy? What do I long for? Who am I? Put your inner critic in the hallway for a moment and discover the pleasure of simply writing freely. Come discover what your pen has to say.
More info: eindhoven.op-shop.nl
| 19:30 - 21:00 | LECTURE Waalre in Conversation: Financially Fit with Eef van Opdorp
Do you want more control over your money, less stress about your expenses and learn how to really save, without sacrificing what you find important? Then come to the interactive lecture by Eef van Opdorp. During this lecture you will receive concrete tools and smart saving tips that you can immediately start using at home
More info: eindhoven.op-shop.nl
Raoul Limpens
From the Dutch East Indies to Indonesia
80 years of freedom after the capitulation of Japan
In the spirit of 80 years of freedom, expert Inge Dümpel will give a lecture, supported by images and music. What do we know about the Second World War in the former Dutch East Indies? What is the impact on the Dutch community in music, dance and literature after 80 years?
More info: eindhoven.op-shop.nl
Seeing with heart and eyes
In deze tijdelijke expositie in het Van Gogh Village Museum In this temporary exhibition in the Van Gogh Village Museum you will come face to face with special portraits and see farm life, cottage industry and people, as Vincent Van Gogh might have seen them. In 1922, Martien Coppens started photographing the landscape, life and people in the Brabant countryside. The selected photos of the exhibition show a strong affinity with Van Gogh’s paintings, drawings and sketches. In this museum you will become acquainted with the life and work of Van Gogh in the village where he created a quarter of his oeuvre.
New exhibition: Impact Through Design
Design is much more than colour, shape and material; it is about creating a better experience for the people who use the product. Visit the Impact through Design exhibition from 21 June and celebrate 100 years of Philips design! This fascinating exhibition takes you along iconic Philips designs, from past classics to future innovations.
Start in the ‘Gallery of Needs’, then enjoy a cup of coffee among the Philips Design Icons in the museum café and then step into the ‘Design Lab’ to see how Philips will continue to contribute to a better world in 2025. Don’t miss itexperience design that really makes an impact!
Even more activities in June
On various days you can enjoy the play The Lamp with the Old Factory as a backdrop. Or learn during one of the Mini Lectures how sound waves can be transmitted around the world at the speed of light. Discover the best technical innovations from the region during the High Tech Discovery Route on June 14. On this day you can visit the Philips Museum for free, and kids will learn to program through dance & movement with Body.Scratch!
Creative Practices in The New Virtuality
The line between online and offline is blurring. How do algorithms, influencers and AI influence our daily lives? Explore where the feed ends and reality begins with Sophie Bishop and Jenna Ng. RegulAr € 6,50, Studenten € 4,75
NERD_FUNK a seven year odyssey
This expo takes you on a visual trip through digital culture, with work by Eslami and Shafahi. An experience full of image, sound and glitch that confronts you with the digital excess of today. Regular € 6,40 Students € 4,75. Students in NB free entrance
www.philips-museum.com
Bliss. Time for Seasoning Summer.
Around the turn of the season, United Cowboys invites you to witness developments in the field of live art. We open our doors to local, national and international guests to show their new work and research. The upcoming edition - Seasoning Spring - once again brings a programme of new work and work in development, in an international context of performances. An artistic dialogue with dance, music, performance and image, in which the physical predominates. The Seasoning Summer edition consists of work by partners from Venice, young work from the Arthouse breeding ground and an intimate preview of the performance Another Sleeping Beauty that will premiere in Parktheater Eindhoven. Tickets: www. unitedcowboys.net - No dutch required
PHILIPS MUSEUM | EXPO + MUSEUM KIDS FACTORY+ MINICOLLEGES + THE LAMP
VAN GOGH VILLAGE MUSEUM, NUENEN | EXPO
Maarten van der Put
CULTURE & ART
Join in. Play along. Create along. CKE invites you:
You feel it. See it. Notice it. Cultuur & Kunst Eindhoven (CKE) is buzzing, hopping and dancing. As soon as you enter the renovated café, you can feel that creativity is in the air. Through the exhibitions, the courses, the performances by amateur art groups and accessible programming. Also, outside the door, CKE teachers work on inspiring cultural education and cultural instigators bring art and culture to Eindhoven neighbourhoods and districts. All of this is based on the same conviction: offering creativity for everyone. ‘We are indeed making considerable progress’, director Rianne Brouwers summarises soberly.
For the record: CKE is still Eindhoven’s main supplier of creative courses. In addition to music lessons in duo and group form and individual lessons via our external partners, it is also the place to learn (better) dancing, photography, singing, drawing, painting, acting, ceramics.
Rianne Brouwers: ‘More than 150 courses will start next season, from short workshops to six and 12-month courses, for beginners and advanced and for all ages. And talented young creators who dream of a career as an artist, lay a solid foundation for creative vocational training in our Talent Stream.’
‘The cultural drivers brighten up neighborhoods and districts, literally and figuratively’
On the streets
If you want to get to know CKE well, you also must go out on the streets.
‘Our cultural drivers bring creativity into the city’, Rianne continues. ‘They brighten up neighbourhoods and districts, literally and figuratively. Making something beautiful, tasty or useful together is fun and it strengthens the bond between us. A good example is the annual KruisstraatOriginal festival on Friday 5 September, for which we collaborate with the neighbourhood and the Eindhoven Municipality in various ways. There is dancing and music, the Kruisstraat entrepreneurs provide tasty snacks, neighbourhood initiatives help out and primary school children make the decorations. The result is a colourful, creative festival where everyone sits down together at the end of the afternoon.
Creative living room and exhibitions
In CKE, the ground floor with Café C is the creative living room for workshops, performances and shows. Rianne: ‘Because there is a need for accessible places to present or experience culture. A look at the agenda shows that that will be fine next month. From free workshops on the theme of freedom, a craft club, preparatory workshops for Eindhoven Pride: it’s all there. In addition, there are regular exhibitions by amateur artists from Eindhoven, who find the building a perfect place to exhibit their work.’ Many of these activities are free of charge or for a very small fee. CKE wants as many people as possible to enjoy culture.
Bruisweekenden (Sparkling Weekends)
And then there are also the free Bruisweekenden. ‘Four weekends a year, amateur artists and associations come to us for performances, concerts and workshops. Students present their work, from musical routines to exhibitions. From the large concert hall to the theatre hall and from the foyer to our workshop spaces: we open our doors as much as possible for Eindhoven residents to enjoy and experience amateur art.”
Alive and kicking
Rianne concludes: ‘I dare say with confidence and pride that CKE is alive and kicking. We are working in every possible way on a pleasant, livable city where we invite everyone to participate, play and experience.’
See the June CKE programme on the next page.
Rianne Brouwers
CKE Sparkles!
UNTIL THU 12 JUNE
AN INDONESIAN HERITAGE I FREE ADMISSION I EXPO by Shelly Lapré and her students.
Shelly shapes our colonial past and passes it on. Exhibition with a collection of family stories, old photos, documents and objects from the former Dutch East Indies. Admission is free during CKE opening hours
SAT 24 & SAT 31 MAY
PRIDE WORKSHOP I FREE AFTER REGISTRATION
Queer Art Jam and CKE are working together in the run-up to Eindhoven Pride. On May 24, you will contribute 3 unique set pieces for the Pride Walk. On May 31, you can make your own items. Free admission, register: website.
FRI 30 MAY
19:00-22:00 I FREE ADMISSION I PLOTSKLAPS LANGUAGE LAVONO
Multidisciplinary, jam-packed language evening with Sabina Lukovic, NO NO NO NO, city poet Meijerijstad Brandon Verantwoord & Jochem van Herwijnen, host Sanne Prevoo and musical accompaniment by Hooge. Admission is free. Participate in Sabina’s workshop (17:00-19:00): tickets € 5.-. Register:website.
SAT 31 MAY & SAT 14 JUNE
FREEDOM STORIES I 11:00-13:00 I FREE ADMISSION I COLLAGE MAKING WORKSHOP
Together with NEOS, there are workshops for refugees and other interested parties in which we work with themes such as hope, future, freedom, integration and language. Admission is free, registration is not required.
THU 5 JUNE
CRAFT CLUB DRAADKRACHT I 19:00-21:30 I FREE ADMISSION
You work on your own project, in a relaxed and cozy a tmosphere (while enjoying a drink). This month: spinning demonstration by Conny Bogers Werkhoeven. Everyone is welcome regardless of your technique or experience.
THU 12 & THU 26 JUNE
GUERRILLA CLAY I 19:00-22:00 I € 25,- I CLAY CAFÉ SPECIAL
Make something that does not belong on a plinth, but on the sidewalk, wall or lamppost. On June 12 you make your clay work. On June 26 you come back to glaze and color. Order tickets (€ 25,- 2 workshops, materials & guidance) via cke.nl/agenda..
The nature around the municipality of Best through the lens of Bas van Laarhoven
A special lecture on nature photography, seen through the artistic eyes of nature photographer Bas van Laarhoven. During this afternoon, Bas will take you on a visual journey through the nature reserves around Best. Using his artistic nature photos, he will talk about his working method, his love for the landscape, and the patience and eye for composition that is needed to capture the magic of nature.
While the echo of our civilization slowly fades away due to the climate that is too pure for humans, a new chapter of Future Living unfolds. The void we leave behind is filled by a wondrous transformation of life itself. In the abandoned cities, where skyscrapers once dominated the sky, lush, unprecedented plant species now climb. And in the midst of this green renaissance, a symphony of new life is created. The focus shifts from human innovation to the unstoppable force of evolution. Eindhoven artist Stef Fridael has been painting a series with the theme Future Living for some time. The gallery will become an open project studio where he will work on two large paintings, with the next phase of Future Living. Earlier works from the series will also be on display. This growing process can be viewed from day to day through the display windows of the gallery. The artist is working on Tue, Wed and Thu from 11:00 to 15:00 and is available for a conversation. The entire series can be viewed on Sun 22 June between 13:00 and 17:00.www.steffridael.com | info@steffridael.nl
A Quest through Paradise
Loes Groothuis & Maria de Vet
A Quest through Paradise Loes Groothuis & Maria de Vet
This exhibition shows the work of two artists who depict everyday encounters in an unusual way. Loes Groothuis recognizes herself in the figure of the Greek goddess Persephone, condemned to a stay in the underworld. Maria de Vet’s work evokes a sense of nostalgia. but is painted in a contemporary way.
More information www.galerienastyalice.nl
Design Award 2025, and more
‘Tomorrow is shaped by today’s students’
Ten recently graduated designers from Design Academy Eindhoven show urgent, hopeful and surprising perspectives on an inclusive and sustainable future. From open-source building material from cow manure - with which Antoina Schreiber won the award - to speculative installations about trust, neurodiversity and the role of technology, each project invites dialogue and wonder. Also discover the next step of the circular project Back to the Flax and the artworks presented by Contempo Gallery in the former stables. of the monumental heritage.
Come and experience the beautiful works, smart concepts and future scenarios for yourself. And come eat on our terrace!), have a drink, even sleep and be inspired. Check the opening hours on kazerne.com. Free admission.
GALERIE NASTY ALICE | ENTRANCE FREE | EXPO
Burst your Bubble
SO, I WENT ALONE
‘To a place where I didn’t know anyone. But as soon as I stepped into the room, everything changed. I was welcomed with such warmth and openness - the kind that melts away your fears and makes you feel like you belong before you even say a word. Strangers turned into familiar faces within minutes. I felt connected, seen and safe. What happened next still exceeds my expectations. At the end of the evening, a microphone was offered to anyone who wanted to share something. The screen read: Care to share? At first, there was silence. We all looked around a bit. And after a while, with a pounding heart, I decided to do it. I stood up and walked forward. For the first time in my life, I was speaking in public. I shared my thoughts and asked for help: I asked people to share their hobbies with me, because I was in the process of rediscovering myself and my interests. The response? Pure magic. People came up to me, shared their stories, encouraged me and supported me.
THAT
WAS THE BEGINNING
I’ve been going back to Burst Your Bubble ever since, each time with new people by my side. And every time, it feels like I’m visiting family. I’ve met beautiful people there, souls I instantly connected with, whether it was their first time or their tenth. This event has given me more than I can put into words: confidence, community, and a place where authenticity is not only welcomed, but celebrated. If you’re reading this and wondering whether to go, go! Whether you’re alone, shy, curious, or unsure, just be there, you might just find a piece of yourself there.’
What happens when you step out of your own bubble? Burst your Bubble brings together Eindhoven internationals and locals. Eindless collects the stories that emerge from this. This time the personal story of Maha Albana. ‘I remember it well: the very first time I visited Burst Your Bubble. I was shy, insecure and preferred to hide in the background than to speak in front of a group. But I had promised myself something: that I would step out of my comfort zone, try new things and no longer wait for the right moment.’
To Ineke Hurkmans and all the great organizers behind this event, thank you.
Thank you
for that very first session, and for every single one since. For the people I was there for, and the people I couldn’t be there for, because I was away or life threw something unexpected in my way.
Thank you for the next one, and the next one after that, and all the ones that are yet to come. I hope Burst Your Bubble continues to grow and touch many more people. Just goals it touched me.
Burst your Bubble is a Jump Movement Foundation scheme developed by Ineke Hurkmans. Eindless is an Uit in Eindhoven Foundation publication. Together they let you look at the city and its inhabitants in a new way, so that you yourself see opportunities to learn more, make contacts and contribute to an inclusive city where everyone is welcome.
Maha Albana (in the middle)
BTWEEN CULTURES ARGENTINIË
‘Adopt, don’t buy’ the gentle philosophy of a cat sitter Sophie Canil
Cultural differences not only bring challenges but also inspire new perspectives and fresh ideas. In the series Between Cultures, Eindhoven entrepreneurs talk about what it’s like to live, work and create between worlds. This time Sophie Canil, a 32-year-old animal lover from Buenos Aires who has lived in Eindhoven since 2018.
FILE-ALT AILÉN GAMBERONI: IMAGE SOPHIE CANILI
The holidays are beckoning, and suitcases are being packed, but who will look after the cats when you are away? In a city where people like to travel far and wide, Sophie is a familiar face. As a professional cat sitter, she takes care of other people’s pets with dedication and tenderness. Her philosophy is simple but powerful: adopt, don’t buy. A belief she brought with her from Argentina and weaves into her business and her life between two cultures.
Where does your love for animals come from?
‘Love for animals is in my DNA. My great-grandfather was a veterinarian, and my mother is a biology teacher. She showed me how to treat animals. For example, if we found an injured bird, we would take care of it until it got better and we rescued our first cat, Pepi, from the streets. After his recovery, he lived with us until he passed away. In 2021, I started as a pet sitter through a platform. Before that, I worked in retail, but I missed the contact with animals that I was used to in Argentina. After three years of dog walking, I decided to take a different path and started cat sitting. When my clientele grew, I made the switch to full-time pet sitting. I deliberately chose cats, to avoid getting exhausted from walking dogs in the climate.’
Is animal care very different here?
‘In Argentina, most people have mixed breed dogs, because it is common to adopt an animal there. Because of the large number of strays, people are used to taking in animals. Of course, it is nice that there are no stray dogs here, but that means there is less attention paid to adoption campaigns. Fortunately, awareness about this has been growing lately, probably thanks to social media and economic opportunities. If you find an injured animal here, you can call 24/7, which is fantastic. Wild animals, such as birds and bats, are also studied and protected, and there is a budget for that. In Argentina, that is not the case, but there are many movements that create awareness. For example, campaigns against fireworks which cause a lot of stress to both pets and wild animals. This topic is still relatively new here, because the Dutch love fireworks, but fortunately people are taking the initiative to educate others about animal welfare.’
What is it like to live and work in Eindhoven as an entrepreneur?
‘I like it and would not want to go back to a large organization. The freedom to choose who I work with, when and at what rate. I really appreciate it. I have always been a hard worker, and now I see that my efforts have direct results. The fact that I am an expat has helped me. Most of my clients are expats, so we share the experience of living in a new country with a different culture. I often ask why clients choose me, and many say it is because I am Argentinian or speak Spanish (among other reasons). This is an unexpected advantage. I am very happy that I am doing work that I love.
It gives meaning to my life and makes me happy, especially because I work with animals. In retail, I felt like I was wasting my time. Now I can help both people and animals.’
What do you say to people who think you only play with cats?
‘When I registered my company with the Chamber of Commerce, this function was not even listed. That is why I understand the misconception. But it is much more than playing - you are responsible for a living being and a home. If I am sick, I still have to work, because the cat is waiting for me. Sometimes I work for months without a day off, and during Christmas and New Year’s Eve, for example. In addition to caring for cats, I also do administrative work, tax returns, social media and scheduling appointments. A lot happens behind the scenes.’
Would you have been able to start your own business in Argentina, or would that have been more difficult?
‘It would have been possible, but much more complicated because of the unstable economy and high inflation. Also, there is no strong support system for starters like here. Pet sitting is more popular there now, mainly for security reasons. There are a lot of burglaries and robberies in Argentina, which makes people reluctant to give house keys to strangers.’
There are no stray cats here and a lot of focus on adoption. What do you think about that?
‘Great! Adopting animals is incredibly important, because many animals are looking for a loving home. All the animals I care for are adopted, and I recommend this to anyone looking for a furry friend. I strongly believe in the saying: ‘Adopt, don’t buy.’
‘There are many burglaries in Argentina, which is why people are reluctant to give house keys to strangers’
‘You have the responsibility for a living being and a home
SOPHIE’S TIP
‘My number one piece of advice: feed your cat wet food. This is essential for their health, but it’s not talked about enough. Cats come from the desert and get their moisture from their food, which is about 80% water. A diet of mostly dry food can lead to urinary tract problems and eventually kidney failure. I often hear people say, ‘My cat drinks a lot of water,’ and that’s something to worry about.’
PSBYSOPHIE.COM
OVERVIEW JUNE
PODIA
SUN 1
until 1 juni
Wonka Comedy festival
cabaret Laugh together
preHistorisch Dorp
Festival | 10:00
Romeinse Dagen/Roman Days
Natlab
Film | 11:00
A Zappa Morning
Kids | 11:15
Cinemini | Kopje onder
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 12:00
Gitaarspektakel | BRIDGE
Guitar Festival Eindhoven
Muziek | 15:30
Vera Danilina | BRIDGE
Guitar Festival Eindhoven
Parktheater Eindhoven
Cabaret | 19:30
Rogier Bak
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 20:00
Tinariwen | BRIDGE Guitar Festival Eindhoven
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 20:15
Dweezil Zappa & Metropole
Orkest | BRIDGE Guitar Festival
Eindhoven
Parktheater Eindhoven
Cabaret | 20:00
Evolution (Wonka Comedyfestval)
Stadswandelpark
Music op de Kiosk | Music
Openluchtconcert
MON 2
Parktheater Eindhoven
Cabaret | 20:00
Evolution (Wonka Comedyfestval)
TUE 3
Parktheater Eindhoven
Cabaret | 20:00
(until 5 June)
Onbegonnen werk
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 20:15 (also thu 4/fri 20) Chanson
THU 5
Parktheater Eindhoven
Event | 10:00
Brainport: Inspiratie voor de toekomst
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 12:30
FAA Zangklas Bachelor
CKE
MU Hybrid Art House
Film | 19:30
Creative Practice in
The New Virtuality
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 20:15
The Kik
FRI 6
Bibliotheek Eindhoven
Workshop | 19:30
Intro to Aquarel
Arno’s Theater
Jeugdtheater | 19:30
Verliefd op Truus | De Wondere
wereld van een Clown (try-outs)
(ook ZO 8 juni)
Genneper Parken
Morning | religion/cultural celebration by the Muslim community
Prayer Sacrifice Feast
Natlab
Film | 20:00
Game Changers Special | Dogma ‘95 (Festen)
Parktheater Eindhoven
Cabaret | 20:00
Cabarestafette 24-25
Dynamo
Music | 20:00
International Slayer Day
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 20:15
Pink Project
Parktheater Eindhoven
Theater | 20:30
De Vloer Op
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 22:00
Keshavara
Dynamo
Music | 23:00
SELECTA
Grasveld voor Popei naast
het Klokgebouw (Strijp-S)
Evening | music / party, bands and DJ’s on Strijp-S
Popei Pinkster Feesten
SAT 7
preHistorisch Dorp
Festival | 10:00
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 19:00
Candlelight Concerts:
Coldplay vs. Ed Sheeran
Parktheater Eindhoven
Jeugdtheater | 19:30
Lord of the Flies (ook ZO 8 juni)
Music | 20:00
Ruimte
Cabaret | 20:30
Rekhalzen
Dynamo Music | 20:30
SØWT – Album release
Pand P
Music | 20:30
WOOLF
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 21:15
Candlelight Concerts:
Queen vs. ABBA
SUN 8
Whit Monday
Parktheater Eindhoven
Dance | 14:30 en 20:00
CDK in theater
Natlab
Cabaret | 20:00
Loke ta di mi, ta di MI!
Loke ta di bo, ta di NOS!
Parktheater Eindhoven
Music | 20:30
Drenth & Bigbenth
Stadswandelpark
Wijnfestival Blend
Afternoon/evening | culinair
wine tastings and foodtrucks
Stadswandelpark
Knights of the Kitchen Table
Music
Music performance in open air
MON 9
Whit Monday
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 14:00
Zomerconcert studenten
Academie Muzikaal Talent
Music | 20:15
Camerata Salzburg & Janine
Jansen
TUE 10
Dynamo
Gerardusplein
Fair Stratum All day | fair attractions and stalls
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 19:30
Studentproof Swing Sessions
THU 12
CKE
Event | 19:00 (also THU 26 june)
Klei Café special
Het Klooster Waalre
Lecture | 19:30
Slapen als oermens, door Merijn van de Laar
Parktheater Eindhoven
Music | 20:00
Tijd om stil te staan
Theater | 20:30 (also Fr 13 June)
Romeo & Juliet: Een
tragikomische presentatie in drie bedrijven
FRI 13
Evoluon (buiten)
Happy Sunday Fest
Afternoon/evening | music festival in open air
Markt
Summer Boulevard VI Music / culture cultural festival
Karpendonkseplas
Bontgenoten Festival
Afternoon/evening | music festival for LHBTQ+ community
Parktheater Eindhoven Cabaret | 20:00
Hemel op aarde
Parktheater Eindhoven Cabaret | 20:30
Keti Koti Conference #gedeeldverleden
SAT 14 until SUN 22 JUNE
Rainbow Revolution
Eindhoven Pride Parade on 14 June
All day Pride parade and festivities
Daan Herweg Quartet Stay on,
Workshop | 19:00
Handwerkclub Draadkracht
Vikingfest (until 9 June)
Muziek in de Cathrien
Music | 15:00
Collegium Musicum
Catharina | Satie
Genneper Parken
Walk | 15:00
De Legende van
de Genneper Parken
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 17:00
Music | 20:00
Barnyard Boogie Bookings: Lasso
Natlab
Film | 20:00
Cursus Filmgeschiedenis
Parktheater Eindhoven
Cabaret | 20:00
Komma (ook WO 11 juni)
WED 11
Blauwe Zaal, TU/E CAMPUS
Lecture | 12:40
Seks in de Renaissance
Pride Vibes Festival until 22 June
Stadhuisplein
SAT 14
Dynamo
Festival | 12:00
Style warz
Tech bedrijven Brainport
Open day
High Tech Ontdekkingsroute
Muziek in de Cathrien
Music | 15:00
Glenn de Roo | Gitaar
Natlab
Film | 18:00
The Royal Opera | Die Walküre (ook ZO 15 juni)
Parktheater Eindhoven
Music | 20:00
Don Pescatore and his Alcatraz Orchestra
Natlab
Theater | 20:00
Te Gast: Carte Blanche
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Muziek | 20:15
Bouke Rocks Elvis
Parktheater Eindhoven
Cabaret | 20:30
Jeugd
Urban Sportpark Eindhoven
Sport / Music
Sport en muziek festival
Emoves Level-Up Festival
SUN 15
Dynamo Event | 11:00
Yaltival 2025
Natlab
Kids | 11:15
Cinemini | Minuscule
Ketelhuisplein, Strijp S Event | 12:00
FeelGood Market
Parktheater Eindhoven
Theater | 14:00
De Droomboom
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 14:00
Quadrivium Classical Moments
Wilhelminaplein
tijd | Music
5-Korenfestival
MON 16
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven Music | 20:15
Merce Lemon
TUE 17
Dynamo Music | 20:30
Barnyard Boogie Bookings
WED 18
Blauer Zaal, Auditorium, TU/E CAMPUS
Lecture | 12:40
Zombie Ants
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 19:45
Colorfully Connected by Music & Stories
Music | 20:15
Alan Parsons Live Project
THU 19
de Bibliotheek Best
Workshop | 19:00
Schrijfworkshop Wie ben ik?
Het Klooster Waalre
Lecture | 19:30
Waalre in Gesprek: Financieel
Fit met Eef van Opdorp
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 20:15
The The
FRI 20
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Event | 17:00
Eindje van de Week
Piazza Center Eindhoven
Music | 20:00
Philmob 2025
Natlab
Film | 20:00 + Q&A
The World According To Weeber
Arthouse United Cowboys
Theater | 20:30 (ook ZA 21 juni)
Zon. Zin. Zaligheid. Tijd voor
Seasoning Zomer.
Dynamo
Music | 23:00
Unight
SAT 21
Karpendonkseplas
Music
Breeze Latin Fest
Sportschool Essink,
Genneper Parken
Walking Tour start/finish
Midsummer Evening Walking
Tour2025
de Bibliotheek Best
Lecture | 13:30
De natuur rondom gemeente
Best, door de lens van
Bas van Laarhoven
Muziek in de Cathrien
Music | 15:00
Dag van de componist | Koor
SUN 22
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 14:15
Philips Symfonie Orkest
Music | 14:30
Lapiano Leerlingenvoorstelling
Natlab
Film | 14:30
The Royal Ballet | Ballet to Broadway: Wheeldon Werken
Stadswandelpark
Music
Muziek op de Kiosk
TUE 24
Natlab
Event | 19:30
Boekie Night
THU 26
Natlab
Theater | 20:00
NEXT TALK:
Live storytelling with Mezrab
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 20:15
Lucinda Williams
FRI 27
18 Septemberplein
Music
FOMO 040
Bibliotheek Eindhoven
Lezing | 14:00
Van Nederlands-Indië naar
Indonesië - 80 jaar vrijheid na de capitulatie van Japan
Pand P
Music | 20:30
John Roast Power Fox
Dynamo
Music | 23:00
FACTION: SUMMER WARM UP
SAT 28
Evoluon (outside)
Music Blueprint Open Air 2025
Ketelhuisplein
Music
Jams & Gems
Groendomein Wasven
Music
Effenaar
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Kids | 11:00
Pas op voor de billenbijter!
Muziek in de Cathrien
Music | 15:00
Jo Louppen | Orgel
Dynamo
Music | 20:00
After Taste
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 20:15
PhilmusicalA night on Broadway
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 21:00
Club Solange
SUN 29
Natlab
Kids | 11:15
Cinemini | Picknick met taart
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 15:00
Het Nederlands Filmorkest
Dynamo
Music | 20:15
The Gathering
Stadswandelpark
Music
Muziek op de Kiosk
MON 30
Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
Music | 20:15
Tift Merritt
FRI 6 until MON 9 JUNE
Day of the Castle
Castles and country estates in and around Eindhoven open to the public
MA 9 • WHIT MONDAY
Pinkstermarket Woensel
350 stalls Shopping center Woensel from 10:00 to 17:00
SUN 15 JUNE
Yearmarket Genderdal
Gestelse braderie, flea market, live music and activities
Albert van Abbehuis
COMES AS NO SURPRISE
Hemaseh Manawi Rad until MON 9 June
CKE
Een Indisch Erfgoed until THU 12 June
Galerie Nasty Alice
A Quest through Paradise SAT 24 May until SUN 6 July
Kazerne Home of Design
Genomineerden Kazerne Design Award 2025 en meer until SAT 4 October
MU Hybrid Art House NERD_FUNK a seven year odyssey until SUN 22 June
The Cowan Paradox until SUN 22 June
Museum W Beestachtig until SUN 14 September
Onomatopee
Hydrographies FRI 6 June until SUN 24 August
Pennings Foundation GENDER until ZA 21 June
TalentWall #13
Esther Hovers t/m ZA 19 July
Philips Museum Impact Through Design From ZA 21 June
T56
Stef Fridael met Future Living until THU 26 June
Van abbemuseum
Solotentoonstelling
ma-Abasi Okon until SUN 21 September
Making food out of sunlight until SUN 30 November
Van Gogh Village Nuenen
Temporary ph
Zien met hart en ogen until SUN 14 September
for Midsummer or St. John’s Day
Saturday 21 June
The summer solstice has been celebrated for centuries, from the vast Swedish forests to the Brabant heath. Fires are lit, flower wreaths are woven, and tables are filled with summer delicacies. Midsummer focuses on the power of the sun, the fertility of nature. In the Netherlands, it is the time of new harvest and fresh summer fruit and the St. John’s fire. Traditionally, people eat new herring with fresh dill and onions around this day. In Scandinavia, crisp potatoes and a glass of aquavit are served with it.
FIRE
On St. John’s Day, people jumped over fires to drive away evil and bring good fortune and fertility for the rest of the year.
HERRING
In the Netherlands, the ‘Hollandse Nieuwe’ is at its best around June 21. In the past, the arrival of the new herring was celebrated with fires and village festivals.
BERRIES
Around Midsummer the first wild berries are picked. In old traditions it was believed that berries with the solstice had magical and medicinal properties.
were ldsm aken &tra dities Herring with dill & berry crumble
Ingredients
(for 4 persons)
4 new herrings, cleaned 4 red onions, thinly sliced 1 bunch of fresh dill
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar black pepper to taste
How to make it
Celebrate the longest day, taste the sun!
Cut the onion into rings & marinate in apple cider vinegar with sugar & pepper. Place the herrings on a platter, sprinkle generously with dill & the onions. Serve with boiled new potatoes & crème fraiche.
How to make a berry crumble: Preheat the oven to 180°C. Spoon 300g mixed berries (raspberry, blueberry, blackberry, elderberry) mixed with 50g sugar into an ovenproof dish. Make crumbs from 75g flour, 50g cold butter, sugar and 25g oats and divide over the fruit. Bake for 25 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm with a spoonful of whipped cream or vanilla custard.
