During the Red Light District Festival on the weekend of 5 & 6 July, Waag will open its doors! On the first floor of Waag you can discover how technology, sustainability and community come together. On the second floor of Waag, in the Anatomic Theatre, you can experience a unique musical piece.
Programme
The story of the Zeedijk music by Lorenzo Servali
Get carried away by the sounds of double bass and harpsichord, with music about the history of Amsterdam and the Red Light District. Lorenzo Servali and Katerina Orfanoudaki will play works by Sweelinck, Martini and Misha Mengelberg, among others. The songs will be followed by a commentary on the story. You can attend the performance both days at the following times:
- 14:30 - 15:00 hrs
- 15:30 - 16:00 hrs
- 16:30 - 17:00 hrs
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