Our agenda

There's always something going on at CKE. A great exhibition, an interesting show, a lively performance, or a free workshop: check it out here!

Natemah Open Mic

Natemah Storytelling is an open-mic evening bringing together stories, comedy, music and poetry. Experienced performers and first-time storytellers share their work with an international audience. The open mic gives everyone the opportunity to step onto the stage, experiment, and share something meaningful in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Kick-off: DARK Halloween festival Eindhoven

Would you like to join DARK? During the kick-off, participants will get to know the project, the creators, and each other. It’s the perfect start to a spooky and creative adventure.

Monthly sketch café

Artists of all levels gather monthly, alternating between Thursdays and Saturdays, at Café C to sketch, learn, and meet each other.

Lucas van Merwijk. Fotograaf: Claudia Hansen

TROMP Percussion: workshop day with Lucas van Merwijk

Spend a day with Lucas van Merwijk, one of Europe’s leading drummers, and round off the day with a parade through the heart of Eindhoven during the festive opening of TROMP Percussion.

Fotograaf: Claudia Hansen

TROMP International Percussion Competition Round 1: Here I Am

Round 1 of the TROMP International Percussion Competition centres on identity, creativity and individuality. Spread across three halls at CKE, you’ll discover ten different musical worlds, with each percussionist telling their very own story.

Fotograaf: Claudia Hansen

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.

Fotograaf: Claudia Hansen

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.

Scrap Lab

Are you a keen scrapbooker, or do you prefer junk journals? Come along to the Scrap Lab at CKE! It’s for anyone who, like our tutor Hella, loves collecting pictures, beautiful magazines and packaging materials, and is looking for inspiration.

Maandelijkse handwerkclub Eindhoven

Draadkracht monthly craft club

Fancy crocheting, knitting or embroidering together? Bring your project along and join us for a cosy evening with a drink and great conversations.

Workshop: the iPad as a Studio

Join in and create your own (children’s book) illustration using Procreate on an iPad!