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Over the next two months, Arnhem, Enschede, and Zwolle are transforming into vibrant stages for hundreds of graduating talents. During the ArtEZ finals, you can experience everything from music performances, theatre, dance shows, and exhibitions. There's plenty to see! And often, entry is free.

Image: Ramez Basheer in his graduation performance Ramlet, photo: Bart Grietens
Image: Ramez Basheer in his graduation performance Ramlet, photo: Bart Grietens

This year's finals are certainly anything but dull. It's going to be a super fun and inspiring time. This article gives you a glimpse into everything happening around the finals.

Inspiring stories

Head over to the finals website for some brilliant reads, including inspiring stories about our graduating students. You'll find all sorts of insights into what ArtEZ graduates experience and have to say!

A first: Megan graduates on the bagpipes

This year Megan Hachmang, a graduate from the Music in Education programme at the ArtEZ Academy of Music in Enschede, is breaking new ground with a remarkable instrument: the bagpipes. As the first academy student in the Netherlands with the bagpipes as her main instrument, Megan is bringing a breath of fresh air to music education. “I want people to see another side of the instrument.”

Read more about Megan and her graduation

Ramez uses personal narratives to make social themes resonate with people

Plays inspired by personal narratives often resonate deeply with audiences, Ramez Basheer discovered. “These narratives strike a chord with people, allowing them to relate on a personal level.”How does this graduate of the School of Acting in Arnhem convey his own stories to the audience?

You can read the answer here

Class of '25

Want to know more about the ArtEZ graduating class, such as their experience of the course, their future plans, and their tips for current students? Then have a look at their student pages.

Get your diary out

The final events will take place not only within the walls of ArtEZ, but also at various locations across the country. These range from city-centre venues to surprising spots further afield. Perhaps even just around the corner? Either way, these awesome events are definitely worth the trip! Here's a taste of what to expect:

Final exam | Adrian Abad Antonanzas

Unspoken Dialogues is a classical production where Adrian Abad Antonanzas' two passions, words and music, come together. He's graduating from the Classical Music bachelor's programme with his violin concerto. Let his compositions and the musical messages of unknown pieces and composers sweep you away.

Come and listen

ArtEZ Fashion Design Graduation Show 2025

This year's annual Fashion Design graduation show will take place on Friday 6 June at IPKW (Industriepark Kleefse Waard) in Arnhem. Twenty-two graduating students will present their collections alongside projects from students in the first, second and third years. Tickets are in high demand, so buy yours quickly!

Buy them here

 

Keep an eye on the agenda and pick your favourite finals events!

Follow #ArtEZfinals

Follow ArtEZ on social media to get a special behind-the-scenes look at our projects and discover the stories behind them. Make sure you follow us to avoid missing out! Also, keep an eye on the hashtag #ArtEZfinals. We, our students, and visitors will be posting about the finals under this hashtag.

Instagram takeovers

ArtEZ students regularly take over the ArtEZ Instagram account during the finals! These enthusiastic students will take you behind the scenes of their graduation, so you can see what they're all busy with. Have a look and keep your eyes peeled for all the upcoming takeovers!