Programme 

Bérénice

Romeo Castellucci, Isabelle Huppert

Radical, dark adaptation with Isabelle Huppert in an unforgettable monologue. Inspired by Jean Racine’s iconic love tragedy Bérénice.

Introduction: Bérénice

Isabel van Hauwe

In this introduction, Isabel van Hauwe offers context on Castellucci’s work and Bérénice, providing tools to help you experience the performance with an open mind.

Introduction: Told by My Mother

Natasja van 't Westende

Introduction on Told by My Mother door Natasja van 't Westende.

Told by My Mother

Ali Chahrour

Explosive dance performance with live music, inspired by stories of mothers, director Ali Chahrour’s family history and the collective memory of Lebanese people.

Trilogia Cadela Força - Capítulo II: The Brotherhood

Carolina Bianchi Y Cara de Cavalo

The stunning second part of Carolina Bianchi's theatre trilogy explores 'brotherhood codes', sexual violence and misogyny in an uncompromising and confronting way.

Daring Women Walk

Holland Festival, Badass Tours

A storytelling walk through the city, where you will discover 17th-century women who refused to be oppressed. Inspired by the music theatre piece Otemba – Daring Women, the tour takes you through historical Amsterdam and its heroines.

Introduction: Otemba - Daring Women

Janine Brogt

Introduction on Otemba – Daring Women by librettist Janine Brogt. 

Otemba - Daring Women

Misato Mochizuki, Jan van den Berg, Janine Brogt, New European Ensemble

Musical theatre performance about colonialism and female autonomy, as part of Amsterdam 750. A 17th-century painting from the Rijksmuseum comes to life during its restoration, set to enchanting music by Misato Mochizuki.

We Are The House: Salon

Tomoko Mukaiyama

Tomoko Mukaiyama transforms Likeminds into a home where tradition and innovation come together. With tea ceremonies, performances and conversations.

Forbidden Echoes

HJirok, Golfam Khayam, Nader Adabnejad, Koninklijk Concertgebouworkest

Hani Mojtahedy’s piercing voice meets Andi Toma’s electronic layers, an impressive concert for viola and santur, and a new work for ney, Iranian percussion, and strings.

Extra Life

Gisèle Vienne

Confronting choreography by previous associate artist Gisèle Vienne exploring the physical, psychological and imaginary aspects of trauma and recovery. With celebrated actress Adèle Haenel.