This day is dedicated to performers who, while already positioning themselves within the professional field, seek to bring their work into dialogue with artistic research, bridging the gap between thinking and doing.

Each artist focuses on different aspects of the performative act, inviting us to a journey that moves from music and soundscape to movement and looping, from listening to stories to participation and active engagement with them.

As a spectator, you are free to shape your own experience and level of involvement. You decide when to arrive and how long to stay in the space, whether to move around and participate or to sit back and enjoy your drink, whether to miss a performance or to engage with them all. At the end of each round, the performers invite you into a conversation, eager to hear your perspective.

Round 1 (15:00)
J'accuse! - A Rehearsal for Solidarity (excerpt) - Zorka Marian
The Fabric of Care - Marina Kolokouri

Round 2 (16:30)
PenUmbra - Michail Pan
Ant Mills: the phenomenon - Sofia Apostolidou & Lida Draganigou

Curated by Jimmy Machai

Audience entry and movement are possible throughout the event.

Entry: 6 E
Door: 14:30
Start: 15:00

More info on ACU website

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Pictures from Friday night’s solidarity message from Utrecht to Athens, Prosfygika squat. Since February 5, Aristotelis Chantzis, a resident and member of the Community of Squatted Prosfygika on Alexandras Avenue, has been on a hunger strike until death, defending the life, relationships, culture, and
model of self-organization, self-governance, and direct democracy that have been established in Prosfygika
over the past 16 years. In the 8 historic blocks of buildings in the Prosfygika neighborhood on Alexandras Avenue, built in 1933–1935 to house refugees from Minor Asia, right in the heart of the metropolis, between the General Police Directorate and the Athens Court of Appeals, for the past 16 years, there has been a large, vibrant, self-organized community. A community of 400 people, with diverse ethnic, religious, linguistic, political, and ideological backgrounds, from the grassroots, who live together in harmony and organize themselves on the basis of direct democracy, solidarity, respect, and horizontality , shaping their lives and covering their needs.The Community of squatted Prosfygika is the largest social self-organization initiative in Greece, having established 22 autonomous, open social structures for the common good and self-sufficiency that meet the needs of the residents of Prosfygika and the wider Ambelokipi neighborhood (e.g. daycare center ,accommodation facility for patients and their companions at the nearby cancer hospital, health center ,communal pharmacy, collective selfeducation, structures for food productipn and logistics, clothing, technical work, cultural activities, etc.) . At the same time, it has established a network of relationships free from the dominant culture of competition, individualization, and oppression, fostering a collective culture of life and struggle. Read more and find ways to support them here: https://www.firefund.net/saveprosfygika

Last wednesday MAHA was a very good supporting act for l.a.sagne in ACU hosted by EKKO #acu #acuutrecht #ekko #ekkoutrecht #utrecht

The stars are aligning for the second edition of Sorrow's Sanctuary. 🖤🦇

Join your fellow creatures of the night for an evening of gothic music that will stir even the heart of a long dead vampire. ⚰️🧛‍♂️

Coming all the way from poland to kick off this event will be @cold.union, so don't be late!
After that, our wonderful DJ's @durkbug, @fendetta_xdj and @imimmyra will sending chills down your spine till deep in the night.

Doors open: 20:00
Band starts: 20:30
Price: 13 eur

Presale: https://acu.stager.co/shop/default/events/111652689
Website: https://acu.nl/events/20260502/sorrows-sanctuary-2

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Just announced: Excide and Hollow Suns will be playing Utrecht this summer!

Silent Call Collective presents:

𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲
Excide eclipse the constraints of era, genre, and vibe, blurring the lines between basement-born hardcore, fuzzed-out nineties alternative, and future-facing rock. Galvanized by an instinctual inclination towards unpredictability, they never compromise pit-splitting intensity for rafter-reaching melody, opting to effortlessly co-mingle both instead. As such, they make heavy music with the potential to reach the masses without pandering.

𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝘀
Formed in Tokyo in 2014, HOLLOW SUNS quickly gained attention with the self-released 3-song EP Hollow Suns in 2015. Following the release of their most recent EP titled FREE FALL, mixed and mastered by Will Yip, they toured the US with Rival Schools, Japan with The Story So Far, and played festivals like The Fest in Florida and LTC Fest in Virginia. Partnering now with LAST RIDE RECORDS (Australia), alongside ICE GRILL$ and SUNDAY DRIVE RECORDS, the band is expanding its global presence.
Recommended If You Like:
QUICKSAND, JIMMY EAT WORLD, FOO FIGHTERS.

Doors: 20:00
Start: 20:30

Tickets: €10-€14 through https://acu.nl

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Tuesday the 21th -> EECtronic open stage

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Wanna step into a creative space where movement speaks louder than words?

Inspired by the visionary practices of Grotowski and Lecoq, this workshop blends Physical Theatre and Contemporary Performance to awaken authentic expression through the body. Whether you are an actor, dancer, mover, or curious beginner, you will explore connection, presence, and spontaneity through dynamic exercises in rhythm, space, and interaction.

Discover how action becomes emotion, and how truth emerges through doing. Join us to expand your performance language and rediscover the power of the body as your most expressive instrument.

Join us by filling out this form:
https://forms.gle/Y8LE9hghg1MZJDYr8

Coordinated by Jimmy Machai @jimmy_machai
Jimmy Machai is a director, dramaturg, and performer working across theatre and dance. Coming from Greece and now based in Utrecht, he specializes in Physical Theatre and Dance Dramaturgy. His work spans performances and festivals in Greece and the Netherlands, maintaining ongoing collaborations between Utrecht and Athens.

Follow us on @dionysus_workshop

Sunday 19th April
15:00 - 18:00
ACU Utrecht

Entrance: €5

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DUTCHWEATHER turns grey days into raw noise, urgent texts and intense motion blending indie rock grit, urgent post-punk, and a wall of shoegaze atmosphere. Their lyrics go against the current with raw honesty, crossing the lines between frustration, darkest moments and a big shot of perseverance.

Their live shows hit like a storm breaking: sweaty, loud, and full of release. It’s and endless energy that pulls the crowd in and doesn’t let go. DUTCHWEATHER brings chaos, emotion, and electricity to every stage

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ATHENS UNDERGROUND HIP HOP TAKEOVER

Straight from the heart of the Athens scene — a raw, no-filter night representing hip hop culture with social commentary
Stolen Mic (GR)— Producer, multi-instrumentalist & rapper born in Athens. Self-produced everything in his home studio, blending old-school hip-hop with fresh sounds and a brand new LP.
Simadi (Σημάδι) (GR)— High-energy rising force bringing pulse, atmosphere & fire bars to every show. Part of the new wave keeping Greek underground rap alive.
Troubles (GR)— Gritty Athens MC with that introspective, beat-driven edge.
.morelli (GR)— Multi-threat underground talent: MC, producer & hands-on creator dropping raw, atmospheric heat.
On the decks DJ Burn One (GR) — Scratch DJ & turntablist repping classic hip-hop rituals, vinyl cuts & pure energy.
Friday 15/05
Doors open: 20:30 | Music starts: 21:00
Tickets: 15€ (presale at https://acu.nl)

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This Thursday the 2nd of April, doors 20:00 be in time its a full night. A Plague of Lighthouse Keepers [Spiritual Sludge / Metal / Noise] Sjors van der Mark [ Noise / Drone / Doom] Maggie [Experimental, DIY, Noise] Hidden Since The Foundation Of The World [Neo-psychedelic doom metal] Eneona [pop, folk, electronic music, ambient] More info : https://acu.nl/…/maggie-a-plague-of-lighthouse-keepers-hidd… #acu #acuutrecht #utrecht