Amare Stories

Amare through the eyes of Atelier de Kunstvlieg

At Amare, inspiration is never far away, from the unique shapes of the building to the diverse music and dance that can be experienced in our halls and public spaces. Participants of Atelier de Kunstvlieg have translated this inspiration into unique and diverse works of art. 

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Rewire announces sensory-sensitive concert in Amare

As part of Rewire 2026, the festival invites audiences to a special Sensory-Sensitive Concert on Sunday 12 April at Amare. This performance is a collaboration between Rewire and Amare and offers an immersive and accessible listening experience, welcoming those who may find conventional concert environments overstimulating.

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The Royal Conservatoire in The Hague celebrates its 200th anniversary

This year, the Royal Conservatoire The Hague celebrates its 200th anniversary. With a series of concerts and performances, the institution demonstrates how conservatoire education has developed over two centuries: from traditional vocational training to a broad learning environment in which artistic excellence, collaboration and innovation come together.

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Rewire announces third wave of artists & projects for 2026 edition

With less than two months to go until its fifteenth edition, Rewire has announced a new series of artists and projects. The festival for adventurous music, which will take place from April 9 to 12 at venues across The Hague including Amare, is expanding its program with more than fifty names from the world of experimental music, performance, and sound art.

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Amare stage to host dinner table for 500 residents of The Hague on May 5

Come to Amare on May 5th and celebrate freedom! Join us for the Meal of the City, featuring food, culture, and live performances.

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Almost sold out: 28 performances of ZŌ by NDT at Amare

Almost sold out: experience ZŌ by Ohad Naharin (NDT) at Amare. Don't miss this intimate dance and sound experience and sign up for the waiting list.

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Tribute bands on the rise: packed houses at Amare

Tributebands are more popular than ever. The Bootleg Beatles and The Dutch Queen will soon be performing at Amare, with a program full of iconic albums and acoustic Queen classics.

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Noa Lauryn over New Tide: ‘Tussen de grootheden en nieuwkomers op New Tide voel ik me precies op mijn plek’

februari 2026, interview Redactie Amare Dit artikel stond in de maandagenda mrt-apr Noa Lauryn, opkomend soulzangeres uit Amsterdam, mixt soul, R&B en jazz en brengt persoonlijke teksten met kracht en…

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Noa Lauryn over New Tide: ‘Tussen de grootheden en nieuwkomers op New Tide voel ik me precies op mijn plek’

februari 2026, interview Redactie Amare Dit artikel stond in de maandagenda mrt-apr Noa Lauryn, opkomend soulzangeres uit Amsterdam, mixt soul, R&B en jazz en brengt persoonlijke teksten met kracht en…

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Ahmed Aboutaleb uses poetry as a counterpoint in a special program

Ahmed Aboutaleb recites poetry at Amare. About identity, imagination, and human dignity in a program featuring music and reflection.

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Take a look behind the scenes of Romeo + Juliet

In Romeo + Juliet, Spanish choreographer Marcos Morau reinterprets the legendary tragedy that is etched into our collective memory. Take a look behind the scenes and discover how movement and costumes come together in a powerful whole, which can be admired at Amare on 12 and 13 March.

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Unveiling the second wave of artists & projects for Rewire 2026

Rewire is pleased to unveil a second wave of 30 artists and projects joining the line-up. From iconic and established artists who have been stalwarts of adventurous music across long careers to way-paving new artists who are helping to redefine the boundaries of genre and experimentation, the line-up for Rewire 2026 continues to evolve and unfold.

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Holland Dance Festival: the longest-running international dance biennial in the Netherlands

In February 2026, Holland Dance Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary edition with a varied programme across five cities – a milestone in its 40-year history. From 4 to 21 February, The Hague will once again serve as the vibrant setting for a rich and international programme.

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From free tai chi to salsa and from Son Mieux to Mozart's Requiem: anything goes at Amare

Three evenings of Son Mieux in the concertzaal, the first edition of its own jazz festival, and a grand celebration of its fifth anniversary: ​​Amare has an exciting year ahead of it. "Our name recognition is growing, but we want to create much more buzz," said director Leontien Wiering this weekend in the Hague edition of the AD newspaper.

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Vertical Video reveals the layered meaning of Paul Klee's iconic Angel

Every two months, Vertical Video presents a new video work in Amare’s public space. In January and February, the featured piece is ANGEL'S REMAINS. We asked the artist, Rosa Menkman, five questions to find out more about the piece.

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Exhibition Dreams Without a Roof sheds new light on homelessness in The Hague

In the exhibition Dreams Without a Roof, voices that are often ignored are given the space to tell their story. Behind every face is a person with their own history and passion. Discover the stories of 16 homeless residents of The Hague at the Kunstenplein in Amare from 12 to 30 Jan

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About Heiner Goebbels' Walden: 'a sound world that is so saturated'

Sunday 18 January, Ensemble Klang and Kaleidoskop will present Walden at Amare. Volkskrant already saw the concert in Amsterdam and was enthusiastic, awarding it four stars. NRC also looks ahead to the concert in a preview article.

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Amare looks back on a successful 2025 and celebrates its fifth anniversary in 2026

With a diverse programme, the year was marked by international highlights, high-profile co-productions and Amare's strengthened role as a public meeting place. In 2026, Amare will celebrate its fifth anniversary with a festive programme, introduce the new Hague jazz festival New Tide and continue the further development of its artistic and social activities.

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