Arte e Cultura
Cultural Groups From All Over the World Have a Home in the Netherlands
This first and only Dutch national training center offers artists the opportunity to rehearse, create, perform, eat and sleep in a beautifully restored historic site designed for professional use.
Center of expertise and excellence
Akoesticum was opened by his Royal Highness King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands on January 23, 2015 . During its first year, Akoesticum welcomed over 15,000 artists, musicians, performers and esteemed local and international guests.
Cultural groups from all over the world now have a home in the Netherlands : from orchestras, small ensembles and large performing groups to theatre and dance companies. Akoesticum plays host to a full range of performers, from emerging talent to established artists.
Unique ambiance
Akoesticum resides in the unique historic premises of a former army base. Now dedicated to the performing arts, it nurtures the creative potential of both professional and amateur dancers, musicians and actors.
This characteristic, neo-renaissance heritage site has been fully renovated to facilitate teaching, rehearsing, auditions, and performance. It offers state-of-the-art equipment and overnight facilities at rates designed to accommodate groups of all sizes.
Akoesticum is conveniently located in the heart of the Netherlands , less than one hour from Amsterdam Airport. The railway station is at walking distance. Close to all major cities and hubs in the Netherlands , Akoesticum itself is surrounded by nature: the beautiful National Park De Hoge Veluwe, green heart of the Netherlands , is on its doorstep.
Touchstone for the exploration and expansion of culture
Here groups will find the focus and dedication to fully immerse in performance and learning. It is a place where people of all ages and backgrounds come together - a unique environment fostering discovery and creativity.
Akoesticum is a private foundation, staffed by a group of highly motivated professionals with backgrounds in performing arts, hospitality or entrepreneurship, as well as a number of volunteers.
Take the online tour and explore Akoesticum: http://www.akoesticum.org/english/akoesticum-virtual-tour/
11 rehearsal studios: flexibility to rehearse one or more days or over a series of visits. 1 auditorium (14,5x20m), retractable seating (160 seats) for concerttype events, 2 large spaces (12,5x15m) and 8 small (7x7m) studios, floor for dance and theatre instruction, pianos and grand pianos and percussion section included.
Onsite accommodations and multifunctional spaces: 56 spacious bedrooms (2-4 single beds) each with shower and toilet, lobby, café/restaurant, outdoor terrace, general areas and free parking.
For more information contact
Harold Lenselink , artistic director Akoesticum
Phone +31-(0)318-304-349
Email info@akoesticum.org
Address:
Akoesticum, international training center for dance, music and theatre
Nieuwe Kazernelaan 2 D 42, Ede (Gld), the Netherlands
http://www.akoesticum.org