Join Us for an Evening with Art Spiegelman: Unveiling the Layers of Society Through Comics

Art Spiegelman has revolutionised the comic book medium, transforming it from children's entertainment into a celebrated literary form. We are thrilled to announce an exclusive event featuring this Pulitzer Prize-winning author, whose works have sparked profound conversations about history, society, and the human experience.

An evening to remember:

Discover how Spiegelman's unique perspectives have shaped the world of comics and culture. Engage in a dynamic Q&A session, providing a rare opportunity to interact with one of the most influential figures in contemporary literature and art. Explore his thoughts on the rising importance of comics in our post-literate culture, and see how his work reflects and critiques societal issues.

Dive into the World of Comics and Culture:

Art Spiegelman, renowned for his groundbreaking Holocaust narrative, "Maus," will share his insights on the intersection of society and comics. "Maus," which depicts Jews as mice and Nazis as cats, has been translated into over 25 languages and recognized as one of the most significant books of the last century by the New York Public Library and the New York Times Book Review.

A Journey Through Art and Politics:

Spiegelman's work extends beyond "Maus," featuring in esteemed publications like The New Yorker, where he served as a staff artist, writer, and cover artist from 1993-2003. His politically charged series, "In the Shadow of No Towers," offers a poignant reflection on post-9/11 America and was named one of the New York Times Book Review's 100 Notable Books of 2004. Time Magazine also listed him among the 100 Most Influential People of 2005.

Meet Art Spiegelman:

Art Spiegelman's contributions to the arts have been recognized with numerous awards, including the L.A. Times Book Prize for Fiction and an Honorary Doctorate of Letters from S.U.N.Y. Binghamton. In 2005, he was honored as a Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in France and named a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

Don't miss this chance to experience an evening with one of the most significant voices in contemporary literature and art. Join us for an enlightening exploration of society through the lens of Art Spiegelman's remarkable career.

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Theater Amsterdam

An Evening with Art Spiegelman: Unveiling the Layers of Society Through Comics

Join us for an evening with the renowned American author Jonathan Franzen! Jonathan will share captivating anecdotes and insights from his career as a celebrated novelist and acute observer. With a blend of humour, deep reflection, and critical observations, he will delve into topics ranging from the environmental challenges we all face and the role of social media in modern life to societal reflections and the intimate world of writing and reading. Get ready for a thought-provoking experience as Jonathan takes the stage with stories and reflections that have touched readers worldwide.

During the event, there will be a Q&A session where you might have the chance to ask Jonathan your questions. Before and after his talk, there will be a chance of buying signed copies of his books,  offering a personal touch to your evening. 

Don't miss this unique opportunity to engage with one of the most influential voices in contemporary American literature!

An Evening with Jonathan Franzen

Morgan Jay, muzikant en comedian, heeft inmiddels optredens bij MTV’s Wild’N’Out, NBC en Comedy Central op zijn CV staan. Inmiddels heeft hij een eigen genre ontwikkeld met zijn performance stijl, gebaseerd op imperfectie, authenticiteit, herkenbaarheid en verbinding. Met comedy van wereldniveau sleepte hij meerdere awards en optredens op prestigieuze festivals in de wacht.

Door zijn ervaring in de stand-up, RnB en Bossa Nova is hij een meester in het maken van gevatte liedjes, vermengd met comedybits die meestal gaan over liefde, relaties en dating. Op hilarische wijze verweeft hij de verhalen van het publiek in zijn act. Op social media heeft hij miljoenen volgers, waardoor tickets voor zijn Europese tour ook over de toonbank vlogen. Inmiddels heeft Morgan Jay twee comedyspecials op YouTube staan en maakte hij drie comedy-albums.

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Morgan Jay - The Goofy Guy Tour

Morgan Jay - The Goofy Guy Tour EXTRA SHOWS

Andy Baker

Luc Runderkamp

Lucia Dijkman

De Grande Finale van het jaarlijkse Ouderen Songfestival vindt opnieuw plaats in Theater Amsterdam, het majestueuze theater gelegen aan het IJ vlakbij de nieuwe woonwijk Houthaven. 

Zeventien finalisten, vijftien solisten en één duo, goed voor zestien afwisselende nummers. Van meeslepende soul tot tranentrekkende softrock, van emotionele ballads tot liedjes waar de levenslust vanaf spat. Nederlandse kleinkunst, Duitse tophit die Zarah Leander doet herleven, Friese ballade over Roodkapje op zoek naar rust en troost. Liefde, weemoed, levensvragen, het komt allemaal voorbij. 

De finalisten strijden om drie verschillende prijzen: 

- Eerste, tweede en derde vakjuryprijs  
  De 1e vakjuryprijswinnaar 2024 treedt samen met BigBand MissJones op in Schouwburg Het Park te Hoorn op zaterdagavond 19 april 2025
- Hans Martinusse|Amsterdam publieksprijs 
- Internetprijs  
  Stem hier, Mogelijk tot uiterlijk 15 december 12.00 uur

Alle finalisten worden begeleid door het achtkoppige Ouderen Songfestival Orkest onder leiding van Kees van Zantwijk. Maria Kraaijkamp presenteert de middag op haar eigen onvolprezen droogkomische wijze.

Toegangsprijs: € 22,50 / € 12,50 (t/m 12 jaar)

Ouderen Songfestival

Amsterdam is set to welcome the world’s top virtual racers for the Gran Turismo World Series 2024 Finals, taking place December 7 and 8. 

Theater Amsterdam, nestled by the River IJ in the Houthavens district, was the iconic venue of the 2023 World Series Showdown. 

It will host this year's World Finals, consisting of two exciting days of competition as elite drivers vie for the prestigious titles of Nations Cup and Manufacturers Cup World Champions.

Saturday, 7 December

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing GT Cup from 16h00-17h30
The world’s top 24 racers will gather in Amsterdam for the Final of the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing GT Cup.

Manufacturers Cup from 19h00-21h00
The Manufacturers Cup showcases a variety of stunning cars in Gran Turismo. A team competition, the top 12 car makers from the online season, including official partners Toyota, Genesis and Mazda, are represented by three drivers each.

Sunday, 8 December

Nations Cup from 16h00-18h30
In the Nations Cup, the 12 top-ranked drivers from the Nations Cup Online Series 2024 will represent their respective country.

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GTWS World Finals

Deuren open: 17:30 uur
Start show: 19:00 uur
Einde show: 20:30 uur

VROEG KERSFEES MET NATANIËL!

This unique production is not to be missed! Come & enjoy the magic of AMSTERDAM with a LIVE performance of the one and only NATANIËL and his world-class band! Have a sneak peek into the amazing venue and let your imagination run free - https://letszoip.com/theater

Limited VIP tickets are available and include skip-the-line entrance, front section seats, welcome drink & special gift bag.

Nataniël launched his solo career more than three decades ago with the release of his first single. Since then he has released 19 albums, staged more than 80 original theatre productions and published 21 books. His first-ever concert in the Netherlands was quickly sold out in 2023 and he is now back by popular demand.

Voor vragen omtrent tickets neem contact op met https://www.eventbrite.nl/help/en-us/

VROEG KERSFEES MET NATANIËL

"El Pueblo De Uno", the fifth show by George Harris, following a successful multi-year tour with his previous show 'Hijo Único,' which sold out in major cities across the United States, Latin America, and Europe.

With 18 years of experience, George Harris was named the Best Comedian by the Miami New Times in 2023. Last year, over 65,000 people attended his live shows. And he recently received the  Gold Creator Award by YouTube, for reaching more than 1 million subscribers.

El George Harris: ADDED SHOW

"El Pueblo De Uno", the fifth show by George Harris, following a successful multi-year tour with his previous show 'Hijo Único,' which sold out in major cities across the United States, Latin America, and Europe.

With 18 years of experience, George Harris was named the Best Comedian by the Miami New Times in 2023. Last year, over 65,000 people attended his live shows. And he recently received the  Gold Creator Award by YouTube, for reaching more than 1 million subscribers.

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Event source:
https://theateramsterdam.nl/programma/el-george-harris

El George Harris

Let op: dit evenement wordt in het Roemeens gehouden.

Mihai Bobonete împreună cu Mihai Rait urcă și în acest acest an pe scenă cu un număr de stand up comedy.

Cunoscut pentru stilul său unic de a spune povești, Mihai va împărtăși perspective amuzante asupra ciudățeniilor și absurdităților vieții.

"Sfaturi de Viață" este mai mult decât un spectacol de comedie, este o călătorie prin parcursul vieții de zi cu zi oferind o perspectivă proaspătă asupra provocărilor și absurdităților cu care ne confruntăm cu toții.

Nu ratați șansa de a-i vedea pe Mihai Bobonete și Mihai Rait în acțiune la Theater Amsterdam pe data de 2 Noiembrie.

Ușile se deschid la ora 19:00

Ultima intrare: 19:45

Show-ul începe de la ora 20:00

Accesul la eveniment este permis persoanelor cu vârsta de peste 16 ani. Limbaj explicit pe alocuri.

Biletele conțin un cod QR, care va fi scanat la intrare. Numele care apare pe bilet nu va conta pentru accesul la eveniment.

Vă rugăm să urmăriți mailul pentru informații despre eveniment!

Atenție! Atât filmatul în timpul spectacolului, cât și un comportament necivilizat sau neadecvat, nu sunt tolerate la acest eveniment! Organizatorul își rezervă dreptul de a exclude din incinta evenimentului participanții care nu respectă aceste reguli.