Open Stage
Friday 1 August
Discover poetry and music at Oase
The Open Stage at Bouwurk offers a unique opportunity for local artists to showcase their talents in an accessible and welcoming setting. Every Friday evening, artists from the region are invited to perform on the stage at Oase, across various artistic disciplines such as music, theatre, dance, comedy and poetry. The event not only provides a platform for artists to share their work, but also for audiences to discover new talent and enjoy a wide range of performing arts.
This Friday’s line-up features the following artists:
8:00 pm | Ikram Khouyani – poetry
Poet, nurse and aspiring film actor, Ikram Khouyani is a true all-rounder. She is currently working on her first poetry collection and will offer a sneak preview during the Open Stage.
8:15 pm | Camiel Vogelsang – jazz singer
With a warm voi…
The Open Stage at Bouwurk offers a unique opportunity for local artists to showcase their talents in an accessible and welcoming setting. Every Friday evening, artists from the region are invited to perform on the stage at Oase, across various artistic disciplines such as music, theatre, dance, comedy and poetry. The event not only provides a platform for artists to share their work, but also for audiences to discover new talent and enjoy a wide range of performing arts.
This Friday’s line-up features the following artists:
8:00 pm | Ikram Khouyani – poetry
Poet, nurse and aspiring film actor, Ikram Khouyani is a true all-rounder. She is currently working on her first poetry collection and will offer a sneak preview during the Open Stage.
8:15 pm | Camiel Vogelsang – jazz singer
With a warm voice and a love for the classics, Camiel Vogelsang brings the atmosphere of jazz and blues to life. Born in Heerenveen and now living in Gorredijk, he sings beloved songs by legends like Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole and Dean Martin – timeless!
8:30 pm | Open Stage Break
Take a look in the Whitebox, where Melissa Pander will perform from 20:30 to 21:15, followed by Hiigo after the Open Stage.
9:15 pm | Amarins Woltring – singer-songwriter
After years of performing French chansons and music from Southern and Western Africa, this classically trained vocalist is bringing something new: this time she’ll be sharing a few of her Dutch-language songs with the audience.
9:35 pm | Sen & Fen – musical duo
“We found each other first, and then we found music together.”
Senne and Fenne met without realising how big a role music would come to play in their lives. But something special soon emerged: a shared love for singing and playing. What began as a bit of experimenting grew into a close-knit duo with a unique sound. They offer a blend of country, folk & pop. Their interplay is pure, sincere, and steeped in emotion. What you hear isn’t just music – it’s their story.
Would you like to take part in an Open Stage evening? Sign up via this form!