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WORM X De Fabriek X Amarte: CIRCUIT

Amarte, WORM and De Fabriek are joining forces to support artists working across the broad field of live art. We are looking for 4 makers or collectives, connected to the cities of Rotterdam or Eindhoven, ready to experiment and develop their ideas with the support of these cultural institutions. Interested? Apply now!

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Upcoming

23 Sep 2026
Theaterzaal 1 - Beeld & Geluid, Hilversum

Nazomer

Esther Van Hees
On September 18, 2026, Nazomer, the new album by Esther Van Hees, will be released. With this project, she pays homage to the rich tradition of Dutch-language chanson, featuring works by renowned composers such as Ruud Bos, Rob van Kreeveld, and Joop Stokkermans, and lyricists like Kees van Kooten, Friso Wiegersma, and Michel van der Plas.Nazomer is made possible by Podiumkunst.net, Amarte, and the Ramses Shaffy Fonds. The production and arrangements for Nazomer are by Jeroen Vierdag (bass). The album will be presented on September 23, 2026, with the following lineup:Esther Van Hees (vocals)Jeroen Vierdag (bass)Hans Vroomans (keyboards)Tim Langedijk (guitar)Marcel Serierse (drums)Tickets for the release concert can be reserved via: esther.van.hees@hotmail.com.
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The Amarte Foundation was founded by a number of individuals and their families who share a deep love for the arts. They wish to support the development of creatives and talent in arts and culture by providing financial means and where possible coaching, knowledge and experience. Artists who are active in the cultural sectors of the Netherlands or the ABC and SSS islands (the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands) can apply to Amarte for the support of projects in the field of theatre, film, music, visual arts and literature, as well as interdisciplinary projects.