Our agenda
The Opening
We're kicking off the new cultural season with a creative weekend full of inspiration!
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 cabaret with Marije Bruinsma
Comedian and pop icon Marije Bruinsma takes you through a cabaret workshop for beginners. Learn how to turn your own story into comedy.
Draadkracht XL
Draadkracht XL is a day filled with textiles, technology, and tradition. Discover centuries-old crafts, learn new techniques, and meet creators who approach textiles from different cultures and perspectives. Take a workshop, listen to inspiring stories, or join the collaborative quilt project. A day for curious creators of all skill levels.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.