De Ontdekking
A creative weekend full of inspiration. Celebrate the end of this season and discover our new courses.
- Starting date
- End date
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- Price
- Free
- Location
- CKE
Explore De Ontdekking (‘The Discovery’): a vibrant weekend full of creativity, connection, and inspiration. During this festive weekend, we’re opening the doors to CKE and inviting you to experience all that’s possible.
Whether you’re curious about a new creative hobby, want to delve deeper into a discipline, or just feel like an inspiring day out—this is the perfect time to experience CKE in all its forms and colors!
What to expect?
During De Ontdekking, the entire building transforms into one big discovery zone. Among other things, you can:
- Get an accessible introduction to our course offerings for 2026–2027
- Participate in all kinds of workshops
- Meet instructors and ask all your questions
- Enjoy performances, presentations, and live acts
- View students’ work in exhibitions
- Soak up the atmosphere and let yourself be surprised by everything that’s happening
There’s always something to see, do, and experience. You decide what to join in on.
Who is it for?
As our mission states: creativity for everyone! Young or old, beginner or advanced. Come alone, with friends, or with your family. Discover what suits you best.
Get inspired
De Ontdekking marks the launch of our new course season. This weekend offers a preview of all the things you can do, learn, and create at CKE in the coming year.
Will we see you there?
We’ll be announcing the full program soon. One thing is certain: there will be plenty to discover.
In our programme there is always something to experience
TROMP Next Gen Mallet Competition: Round 1
For the first time, TROMP Percussion is organising the TROMP Next Gen Mallet Competition: a new competition for young marimba and vibraphone players aged between 15 and 30.
DARK rehearsal series for actors
Work together with other participants to prepare for the DARK Halloween Festival in Eindhoven. During this series of rehearsals, you’ll develop characters, scenes, and performances that will be part of the festival.
Workshop storytelling
During this free storytelling workshop, you’ll learn how to draw people into your personal story. Discover techniques such as sensory storytelling and adding emotion and dynamics to spark your audience’s imagination. This workshop consists of two parts: you’ll present your story during the storytelling evening on October 9.
TROMP Next Gen Mallet Competition: Final
The TROMP Next Gen Mallet Competition is a new competition for young marimba and vibraphone players aged between 15 and 30. On this evening, six finalists will compete for first prize on stage at CKE.