What’s in a name? The Culture Cocktail at our Maison des Curiosités is where different art forms come together to create a whole that is greater than the sum of its parts. Expect anything from cabaret to stand up comedy and from jazz to vaudeville and more. Sip on the very best drinks and witness how our Theatre of Life comes to life!
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Doors open — from 19.00h
Culture Cocktail & Loving Room invite you to an evening filled with poetry, storytelling, and music. Join us for an open mic session where you can showcase your talents and express yourself in a vibrant, supportive atmosphere. Step into Tenclub for an evening of enchantment, where poetry and music intertwine to tell tales of magic, memory, and transformation. Three intimate acts will guide you through moments of folklore, childhood wonder, cultural roots, and the rituals of nature.
Start program — from 20.00h
Alina (poetry) & Lutsa (music and poetry)
Andrew (poetry) & Paul (music and poetry)
Dawn (poetry) & Giacomo (music and poetry)
Alina: Originally from Germany, Alina moved to the Netherlands seven years ago, where she nurtures her poetic practice focused on capturing the beauty in quiet moments and everyday details. Her poetry celebrates stillness, smallness, and the often unnoticed poetry of life.
Lutsa: Hungarian singer-songwriter Lutsa Horváth blends traditional Eastern European folk with her own dark, magical twist, creating songs that range from quirky to haunting. She emerged from Amsterdam’s underground scene, recording her debut EP Live at Butcher’s Tears in 2024, and has contributed to numerous projects as a sound engineer.
Andrew: American poet Andrew P. Dillon, living in Amsterdam, published The Great Permission, the first poetry collection built exclusively for the web. His work appears in various online and print journals, and he explores themes of permission and connection.
Paul: Based in Amsterdam since 2000, Paul is an American writer and performer with a background in philosophy and art. He combines technical innovation with artistic storytelling across poetry, song lyrics, prose, and fiction, regularly performing across Europe.
Giacomo: Amsterdam-based poet Giacomo Boffi explores themes of human connection, longing, and irony, blending personal episodes with universal truths. His evocative and sharp social commentary has been featured in poetry publications and performances at various events.
Tickets:
Members: €0
Non-members: €10 + €2,50 (day membership fee)
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