19.7 C
Gemeente Eindhoven
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Facebook Instagram Linkedin Twitter
Home NEWS Event News Page 48

Event News

All events from Eindhoven

Featured posts

Cultural sector in dire straits

Bob
-
0
Cultural sector in dire straits

The corona crisis has hit Eindhoven culture sector hard. Additional government support is needed to stay afloat, the directors of the Muziekgebouw and Parktheater say. 

“We got a €3 million grant, but we earn €7 million. That income evaporated after mid-March. All the while you try to keep everyone employed. We need help with that. But that help will not get us all the way. We’re going to struggle because of this for years to come”, Giel Pastoor, Parktheater’s director, says.

Expenses simply continue, but the large organisations has all but lost their hospitality revenues and sponsorships. It is also all hands on deck at the Muziekgebouw. The extra financial support from the central government and the Municipality is sorely needed.

No income, but costs continue

“We can’t survive without government support. Ticket sales, catering, sponsoring has all fallen away. But the fixed costs continue,” says Wim Vringer, director of the Muziekgebouw.

The national government has already spent €300 million on the country’s ailing culture sector. Eindhoven City Council’s also put €3 million aside for this sector. But, according to Wim, that’s not enough. “That’s why pressure must remain on the national government to offer money for rent compensation. That’s the biggest problem for us, with a rent of €2 million per year”.

Cultural stages are now allowed to admit at most 30 people per performance. Next month, this number will increase to 100. It’s not profitable yet. Natlab cinema’s already had to lay off employees.

‘We might have to take drastic steps’

And if the crisis lasts much longer, the same will happen at Parktheater and Muziekgebouw. “It’s nonsensical to think that if your programme and the audience shrinks, the organisation won’t be affected. In the long run, we may have to take horrible steps”, Pastoor says.

Parktheater and the Muziekgebouw were closed for three months. This week the two institutions will open their doors again for the first time.

Source: Studio040

Translator: Bob

Editor: Melinda Walraven

Enduring Philips/PSV bond on show

Bob
-
0
Enduring Philips/PSV bond on show

Eendracht maakt macht – Unity creates power – that’s the name of a temporary exhibition in the Philips Museum. The exhibit is about the many years of ties between Philips and PSV. 

It’s the first exhibition visitors have been able to see since the museum was closed by the anti-corona measures – the intertwining of sports and technology’s typical of Philips, the famous Eindhoven company. Museum curator, Sergio Derks, explains how these ties were formed.

“It all started with Anton Philips. He began to really put sport on the map within the company”. PSV was born in 1913, out of a big party to celebrate the Netherlands’ 100 years of independence.

Matches continued

At that party, hosted by the light bulb factory, sports events were organised for Philips employees. It was such a success that those matches continued and took the form of a club – the Philips Sports Association. Since then, the interplay of technology and sport has yielded all sorts of great things for the city – for residents, the company, and later also for football.

The players benefit, for example, from the excellent Philips lights that illuminate the football pitch. The 1988 Champions League has been a highlight. “The real cup is in the PSV museum,” says Derks.

“But we have something that is not so unique but almost as good – a hologram of the Europa Cup 1. We combined this cup with the PSV logo and that images of that match’s defining moment – when that goal was stopped”.

Frits Philips and Mark van Bommel with the 2005/06 EUFA Champions League trophy. Photo credit: Studio040

A very special object

The hologram attracts quite a lot of attention. But still, it’s not the exhibit’s showpiece. That honour belongs to a different object –  a seat from the PSV stadium. Sergio Derks explains, “It is Mr Frits’ (Philips, ed.) chair – a great addition.

“That man’s been so important to the club. As a five-year-old boy in a sailor’s suit, he kicked off the first match. And in 2005, a few months before his death, he received the championship trophy from Mark van Bommel”. Van Bommel had won the 2005/06 UEFA Champions League for PSV.

People who want to see the exhibition have to book, online, in advance.

Source: Studio040

Translator: Bob

Editor: Melinda Walraven

Dutch Technology Week goes online

Aroop
-
0
Dutch Technology Week goes online

As the saying goes, every cloud has a silver lining. Though we struggle to get through the chaos, thanks to the pandemic, we do get access to many events that have turned online… one of which is the upcoming Dutch Technology Week, from June 8-13. 

Yes, you have the time to plan ahead, and they advertise “parking is not necessary, you watch, listen and participate online ”.This event is proudly sponsored by globally acclaimed technology giants and regional companies on their way towards making their global presence. Pitching together with pride and enthusiasm and creating awareness with the “wow factor” together they vouch for the success of online DTW.

DTW online starts with a video of Frits van Hout looking out at the panoramic view of the region from his office in the ASML tower. Pensively, he reflects and eschews gratefully the local innovative contributions.

The pandemic prompted huge adaptations worldwide in all sectors. At Eindhoven, DTW has also lived up to expectations and has gone completely online.  Though such a decision came as late as in March, yet the organisers adapted well enough to suit the times. Indeed, it is a huge challenge. And in doing so they have perhaps initiated the new norm, that is, more events online in the future, enhanced with Augmented Technology.

It’s OUR technology, do take a look, there is too much to write about .. are you in?

For Eindhoven News: Aroop Bhattacharjee

 

Mayor says Black Lives Matter protest should go ahead

Rachael
-
0
Mayor says Black Lives Matter protest should go ahead

Mayor of Eindhoven, John Jorritsma, wants Saturday’s Black Lives Matter protest planned to go ahead despite coronavirus concerns.

In a letter to Eindhoven city council, Jorritsma highlights the importance of taking coronavirus measures into account when facilitating the protest. This includes ensuring protesters keep at least one and a half metres distance from each other. Jorritsma also announced his intention to ensure the protest is as safe and orderly as possible, both for protesters and for other residents of Eindhoven.

On 25 May, George Floyd, a 46-year-old black American man suspected of forging a $20 note, was killed by a white police officer. Since then, protests have emerged globally, led in large part by the Black Lives Matter organisation. Black Lives Matter states that their aim is ‘to bring justice, healing, and freedom to Black people across the globe’.

Recent Black Lives Matter protests in Rotterdam and Amsterdam gained criticism. The protests drew huge crowds and measures were not taken to ensure protestors kept their distance from each other.

On the other hand, protests in Groningen and The Hague were praised for how well they adhered to coronavirus measures. This, Jorritsma says, shows that protests are still possible during the coronavirus crisis.

The protest will take place on 18 Septemberplein in Eindhoven on 6 June.

 

Source: Studio040

Translation: Rachael Vickerman

Even in a tight ‘corset’ Parktheater yearns for a restart

Bob
-
0
Even in a tight ‘corset’ Parktheater yearns for a restart

Their website shows: ‘We’re opening again in July!’ The Eindhoven Parktheater is counting down to its first performance, since it was forced to close its doors. But the new rules didn’t make it any easier. 

Yes, there is still reason to be very concerned about the long-term future of performing arts, as long as corona dictates our lives. But at Parktheater they would rather put their accumulated energy into what they can do now: organise performances. Because that is difficult enough, with the ever-changing rules of the game. As of this month, theatres are allowed to admit thirty people. Next month it will be 100. And for the time being, the theatre world is also assuming one and a half metres as a standard size for after that.

From 500 to 100 seats
So a corona-proof theatre has to be hurried out of the ground. This is easier to arrange in the small Philips Hall than in the Great Hall. “The grandstand of the Philips Hall is mobile and we could easily get it out of the room”, Geertje van Geel, from the Marketing department, explains. “We now have sets of two chairs at the required distance from each other. Two metres between the rows and one and a half metres between the sets. We’ll lose four hundred seats, but we’ll soon be able to place the hundred people we’re allowed to invite”.

Great Hall
For the Great Hall, the challenge is greater. Van Geel: “Everything is bolted on there and you can’t just slide chairs around. We have to remove rows of chairs at the same time and add extra aisles to comply with the rules”. When it comes to fitting, measuring and adjusting, the Parktheater pulls up together with other theatres in Brabant, they can learn from each other.

Program full of question marks
Meanwhile, there is a big question mark regarding the program of season ’20-’21. “The brochure for next year had already been printed when we entered the corona period”, Van Geel sighs. “Planning was impossible because the rules were unclear. That’s why we emptied the agenda between September and December. Our programmers will now check with the impresarios to see what and when we can organise from September”. Those who were still in possession of a ticket were asked to keep it with the prospect of a new planning. Tickets for a cancelled event can be exchanged for an alternative performance. “You can also ‘donate’ your ticket to us”, Van Geel adds. “Quite a few people support us that way”.

The reopening of the Parktheater will be on Thursday 9 July with Bier & Liefde (Beer & Love) van de Bende van Oz (of the Gang of Oz), the first performance of the 150 cm Summer Festival. The presale has started.

Source: www.studio040.nl

Translated by: Bob

 

 

 

City to prevent cultural institutions from going under

Ame
-
0
City to prevent cultural institutions from going under

The large cultural institutions in Eindhoven cannot go under because of the corona crisis. That will however cost the municipality of Eindhoven a large amount of money. This is according to cultuur Eindhoven.

Institutions such as the Effenaar and Muziekgebouw have been closed for three months. Despite anti-coronavirus measures being relaxed, it offers no solution for these institutions.  It could still be months before they can open their doors to the public. It is also unclear how they will reopen and what that would mean financially.

“We’re trying to prevent institutions from suddenly going under” says Tanja Mlaker from cultuur Eindhoven. It is difficult for organisations to adjust to the new limitations. Also when they are allowed to open again.”

De grote podia is dependent on ticket sales and revenue from hospitality. Only allowing 30 to 100 people per performance makes matters complex. It is already clear that would lead to a loss. But closing-down for good is also not an option.

“This is a crucial part of the city that has to be preserved”, says Mlaker. “They can’t go under. The responsibility lies with both sides.”

Cultuur Eindhoven are leading the discussions surrounding financial solutions. One thing is clear – they don’t have to be worried about having less performances and visitors than agreed to for the subsidy.

Last week the municipality started an emergency fund for, amongst others, cultural institutions. It seems it will not be near enough for large venues. Unfortunately, how much money is needed remains uncertain.

Source: Studio040

Translator: Ame Harris

Philips Museum to open with special exhibition

Bob
-
0
Philips Museum to open with special exhibition

When the relaxation of the anti-corona measures takes effect on 1 June, the Philips Museum will also open its doors.

Just over a week later, on Tuesday, 9 June, the museum will also open a new exhibition called ‘Eendracht maakt macht’ (‘Unity creates power’). The exhibition shows visitors how, from the beginning of the 20th century, the city of Eindhoven, together with Philips and PSV, grew into the current metropolitan area. The story is of how a modest Dutch town became a high-tech international region, from Frits Philips’ point of view.

The museum also has a modest first – for the first time, people can go on an audio tour. It is voiced by Dutch television and film actor, Frank Lammers. The museum opens its doors on Monday, 1 June, at 12:00. Anyone who wants to visit the museum must buy online tickets.

People must also follow other safety rules. There are, unfortunately, no guided tours.

Source: Studio040

Translator: Bob

Editor: Melinda Walraven

Parktheatre to reopen

Bob
-
0
Parktheatre to reopen

The Parktheater in Eindhoven will open its doors again from 9 July. And the opening, a ‘150-centimetre festival’, will be completely ‘corona-proof’.

This summer programme will mainly feature family shows, such as Peter Pan, Fireman Sam, and Wildpark. In the coming period, this programming will be expanded with other performances.

According to a theatre spokesperson, they’ve taken various measures to ensure safe theatre attendance and adherence to all the anti-corona rules. For example, they’ll allow just 100 people per performance. Performances are, therefore, going to be held several times a day.

All kinds of safety measures

Tickets can also only be bought online, there are walking routes in the theatre, and only audience members from the same family may sit next to each other. There are extra hygiene measures in the theatre too. Parktheater Theatre staff will question visitors to ensure they don’t pose a health risk.

The Parktheater closed its doors in mid-March due to the corona crisis. Ticket sales for the summer programme started on Tuesday afternoon. Ticket prices range from €8.50 to €18.50.

Source: Studio040

Translator: Bob

Editor: Melinda Walraven

Musicians out on the street

Bob
-
0
Musicians out on the street

These are hard times for musicians too. So, the street concert the Muziekgebouw held on Monday on Van Meursstraat was a morale booster.

Out-of-the blue, a blue caravan pulled up and musicians spilt out. And, all of a sudden, a small audience was enjoying an almost private concert on Van Meursstraat. The (almost) secret performance was whispered to only the street’s residents. For a handful of passers-by, it was a complete surprise – these Eindhoven musicians on the sidewalk. And that made it even more fun.

The street concert was the Muziekgebouw and the Maandag van Van Meurs Organisation’s (Van Meurs’ Monday) idea. This is a weekly musical event that’s a tribute to the Eindhoven musician, Ad van Meurs, who died in 2017. Its goal – to be heard.

Great idea

“Just, to bring music to the people again. And I think that’s a fantastic idea”, says musician and Dutch cult hero, Björn van der Doelen. He also performed on Monday. Just like his fellow musicians, Van der Doelen’s going through a quiet time because all performances have been cancelled. It, has, however, not affected him much.

“I like that I have free time every weekend and can spend a lot of time with my girlfriend and kids. And, financially, I can manage, because I have my football pension”. Van der Doelen used to be a professional footballer.

Cellist Mirthe de Jong doesn’t have a football pension. She admits that in the first weeks she couldn’t perform, she didn’t know what to do with herself. Not being allowed or able to do anything was very hard for her. Financially it’s hard too. “I’m a student, so don’t get a government payout. How I’m going to get through the summer is still worrisome, yes,” she says.

‘Not all bad’

The corona crisis means financial misery for musicians. This is confirmed by guitarist Jeroen Kant, who was also part of the street concert. “Luckily I can give internet guitar lessons”, he says. The lack of performances isn’t all bad. He has a boat that needs a lot of work, and it offers “room for reflection”.

Ankie Keultjes, the late Ad van Meurs’ partner, does the Maandag van Van Meurs’ programming. Her work’s also come to a complete standstill. “These Mondays are fantastic evenings with singer-songwriters and great audiences.”

“My work’s ground to a near halt. All I can do now is look toward the latter part of the year. The programming was already done, and we had a lot of acts from America. So now I have to get to work on putting together an alternative programme. With musicians from the Netherlands and Belgium, who can still travel”.

Regardless of how much the random audience in Van Meursstraat appreciated it, another street concert’s by no means guaranteed. The organisers are, for their part, remaining mum. They also want to prevent attracting too many people to such an event.

Source: Studio040

Translator: Bob

Editor: Melinda Walraven

Also Splinter Spektakel cancelled because of Corona

Bob
-
0
Also Splinter Spektakel cancelled because of Corona

The Splinter Spektakel in the Splinter play park normally puts a smile on many children’s faces every summer. This year it is cancelled. 

Despite the fact that the anti corona-virus measures for children under the age of 12 are being relaxed more and more, the organisation is still forced to pull the plug out of the event.

The Splinter Spektakel would have taken place in the week of 13 August. In the play park there would then be various activities for children throughout the week, but the organisation wants to ensure the health of employees and visitors.

All other events at the Splinter have also been cancelled until 1 September. The possibility of organising online activities during the summer is now being researched.

Source: www.studio040.nl

Translated by: Bob

1...474849...89Page 48 of 89

Partners

Eindhoven News is working together with SamenUitAgenda.nl which is a platform where you can find all sorts of interesting events. The nice and special thing is that you can get in touch with people before the event or after.

Parktheater

client-image

Popei

client-image

The Hub

client-image
© 2009 - 2024 Eindhoven News. Terms and conditions, Privacy policy.