Finals highlights #4

ArtEZ Finals are in full swing! In the coming week, a diverse programme awaits, packed with concerts, theatre performances and presentations by graduating students.

From a psychedelic rock show to multidisciplinary performances and moving theatre pieces: throughout ArtEZ, students are showcasing what they have been working on over the past years.

Which events do you want to attend? We’ve listed the highlights of the upcoming week for you below.

Fienieto Torrence

Programme: Academy of Pop Music
When: Monday 1 June, 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM
Location: Van Essengaarde 10, Enschede

Drummer and vocalist Fien Broer concludes her bachelor’s degree at the Academy of Pop Music with Fienieto Torrence: an evening filled with psychedelic rock, live visuals and uncompromising energy. From expressive guitars to spiritual tarot cards as merchandise, this graduation show is a total experience in which music and visuals merge together. Admission is free.

Finals Jazz & Pop, Composition for Film and Theatre and Master of Music

Programmes: Jazz & Pop, Composition for Film and Theatre and Master of Music
When: Tuesday 2 until Sunday 29 June
Location: Arnhem

Visit between 2 and 29 June 2026 and experience the graduation performances of students from the Jazz & Pop, Composition for Film and Theatre and Master of Music programmes of the ArtEZ Academy of Music in Arnhem.

This coming week features performances by Timotheos Günzler, Joshua Reiners, Marc Sentenie, Min Won, Georgie Zeitoun and Tim Meyer. During his master’s final, percussionist Marc Sentenie explores improvisation, silence and texture, while singer-songwriter Georgie Zeitoun presents “For His Glory”, a personal concert in which faith, identity and music come together. Many events are free and open to the public.

HEAD IN THE CLOUDS

Programme: Composition for Film and Theatre
When: Wednesday 3 June, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: ArtEZ Concert Hall, Arnhem

Composer, producer and multidisciplinary artist Tim Meyer presents HEAD IN THE CLOUDS: a large-scale graduation concert featuring music, dance, installations and lighting design.

With a 12-piece band, dancers, projections and visual installations, a personal performance unfolds about connection, relationships and the beauty of existence. The concert moves between live music, performance and installation art, showing how disciplines within ArtEZ strengthen one another. Admission is free.

Finals Artist Educator in Dance

Programme: Artist Educator in Dance
When: Wednesday 3 until Friday 5 June
Location: Onderlangs 9, Arnhem

Graduating students from the Artist Educator in Dance programme present their final works to the public from 3 until 5 June. Through a variety of presentations, they demonstrate how dance, education and performance come together within their artistic practice. Admission is free!

Finals artisteducator in dans — Fotograaf: Filibert Kraxner

Graduation Show Fashion Design – Generation 68

Programme: Fashion Design
When: Friday 5 June
Location: Utrechtseweg 310, building B16, Arnhem

The annual Fashion Design graduation show is one of the highlights of ArtEZ Finals every year. During this edition, Generation 68 presents the work of the newest generation of fashion designers. Expect bold concepts, innovative materials and a glimpse into the future of fashion.

There are three shows throughout the day: at 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM. Order the last tickets and don’t miss it!

Samen Jubelen

Programme: Music in Education
When: Friday 5 June, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Theater Orpheus, Apeldoorn

With Samen Jubelen, students Shirley and Jorien conclude their studies with a connecting musical initiative that brings together choirs, musicians and audiences. From young to old, experienced singers and curious beginners: everyone has a place during this musical evening. The project revolves around singing together, meeting one another and celebrating music as a collective experience. Order your tickets and come 'jubelen' together!

New makers from the School of Acting

Programme: School of Acting
When: Friday 5 and Saturday 6 June
Location: Velperbinnensingel 15, Arnhem

The diverse productions by graduating makers from the School of Acting range from absurdist theatre to poetic performances and intimate family productions.

On Friday, Kiki Loonstra presents Vlieg Op (6+), a musical and physical performance about loss and friendship. In Het grijze einde, Luuk Mellema creates an absurdist apocalyptic world centred around loneliness and transience.

On Saturday, Laura van de Werf and Renée Pinksterboer perform DE DAG DAT NIEMAND KWAM, a tragicomic performance about escapism and longing. Afterwards, Koen Bordewijk presents De Wetweter: an energetic performance full of absurdity and wordplay. Come and experience it! Order your tickets.

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