Stichting The V.O.I.C.E. NL presenting International Dance Festival 2025
Experience a vibrant night of Samba, K-POP, Dunhuang Dance China, African, Belly Dance, Kathak with Live percussionists, Bharatnatyam, Fusion, Rajasthani Folk. Enjoy with unlimited drinks, and exclusive surprises. Join a welcoming community for an unforgettable evening of rhythm, flavor, and connection. Date: 05 Oct 2025 Time: 14:30 Place: Theater Aan Het Spui, Zaal 1, Den Haag Tickets: https://www.idfvoice.nl
After last year’s triumph in August and the sold-out performance this year in 8 June at Korzo Theater, the Ukrainian International Ballet returns to The Hague — this time to the iconic Theater De Regentes. The Hague’s audience, known for its refined taste and high artistic standards, has asked for more — and this extraordinary Ballet company is ready to respond.
On September 12, Theater De Regentes will host an exceptional cultural event: the performance of “INdependent 24.” This production represents a true synergy of Ukrainian and Dutch dance art and choreography, bringing together outstanding Ukrainian artists who have found a new home in the Netherlands and leading choreographers from both countries.
The evening will feature captivating dance, striking costumes, and music that resonates deeply with the audience. Beyond its artistic value, the performance embodies resilience, unity, and hope — supported by Igone de Jongh, prima ballerina of Dutch National Ballet.
Friday, September 12 at 20:00, Theater De Regentes
The Rosarium becomes a theatrical landscape. Via solos, duos and group dances throughout the garden, the artists will give shape to their adventure, inviting you to witness and share a unique experience.
Indian dance, big themes and even bigger surprises
Quick feet, hip hop, Indian goddesses and facial expressions that tell you more than a whole life story. In these three different performances by dance company Kalpanarts, we see old customs from all over the world through a modern lens
Three performances in one
Choreographer, dancer and anthropologist Kalpana Raghuraman brings us two new versions of previous performances ‘Tara’ and ‘Fluid’. And additionally, Raghuraman will perform a brand new solo ‘Whisper’, which addresses the struggle to be taken seriously within a medical system that does not always listen. Heavy stuff? Not necessarily! Kalpana is known for her talent to make us look at the world in new ways, sometimes even by taking us towards the stars.
Program
Kalpana has reexamined her two most well-known duets ‘Tara’ and ‘Fluid’. ‘Fluid’ shakes the boundaries of masculinity and strength by accompanying breakdance with Indian singing by Shashwathi Jagadish. ‘Tara’ takes us more into a world full of stars and planets, Indian dance and heavy rock. Anyone who knows Kalpanarts knows that this performance will also reintroduce you to India, to dance and to music. The rest of the world will slowly but surely reveal itself to you a little. A performance jam-packed with personal stories and vital social themes of today.
About Kalpana
Kalpana Raghuraman is the artistic director of dance company Kalpanarts. She grew up with classical Indian dance. She now combines that background with urban and contemporary styles to create a new and interesting dance language that appeals to many more people. In addition to her work at Kalpanarts, which she founded in 2015, she has traveled through India while further immersing herself into the dance traditions. From the 2024-2025 season, she will be a Creative Associate at Het Nationale Ballet for the coming two years.
The ball will take place at the Leonardo Royal Hotel in The Hague Saturday 29thNovember from 18.30 hrs till 01.00 hrs. The ticket price remains 99 Euro per person and will include a welcome drink, a 3-course dinner, wine in moderation. haggis, neaps, tatties, a glass of whisky, a free parking place during the event and don’t forget a good band which will lead us through a lot of nice dances under the guidance of our well known teacher and caller Margaret Lambourne.
If you wish to stay in the hotel, it offers a nice double room and breakfast for the price of 159 Euro, a single room will be 139 Euro. Please inform Marion (always cc Ian) before you book.
Reservations for the ball are made via Marion (maria.janine@ziggo.nl ) or the website and can only be confirmed by Ian (ian_s_macfarlane@yahoo.co.uk) after your payment has been received (with name + number of tickets + ball 2025) on account NL51ABNA0608853607 St. Andrew’s Society of the Netherlands. The closing date will be 21th November 2025. But if you are sure you are coming, we advise you to pay asap to avoid disappointment.
If there are any diet restrictions, please inform Marion when you book. We serve glutenfree and vegetarian Haggis.
We are very much looking forward to seeing you again on the 29rd November at the Ball.
