A venue for a young audience and a hub for young talent.

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De Studio is a creative hub based at the Mechelseplein in the heart of Antwerp. At De Studio, children and young adults are spectators as well as artists/creators.

In 2011, the Province of Antwerp bought the building that used to house the famous drama and acting school Studio Herman Teirlinck. The arts organization Villanella acquired the long lease of the building. It was renamed De Studio and in addition to that new name, Villanella also gave it a new focus: theatre, cinema, music, literature, dance, parties, debates,… De Studio is a unique venue where every lover of performing arts feels at home.

Today, De Studio provides space and support to, among others, Theater FroeFroe, Laika, De Spiegel, fABULEUS, ZEBARBAR, Compagnie Barbarie and Theater Artemis. Artists turn their dreams into reality at De Studio, in order to blow the audience’s mind. 24/7.

One can never know what tomorrow brings, but as long as it innovates and surprises, what tomorrow brings deserves its place at De Studio.

We hope to see you soon at a theatre matinée by day or at a funky party in the middle of the night!

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April

23u00     Sat 5 Apr
Club Suave
w/ FRANKY STICKS (NL) b2b GYATSO (NL)
music
tickets

We’re back for the next Club Suave edition April 5th - 2025, back @ our Mother Base “De Studio”. This time, we’re turning up the heat without the hype—focusing on the raw, authentic electronic sounds that truly fits our vision, creating a night where boundaries blur and genres defy expectations.

From UK Garage to Jungle, Jersey Club, Miami & Booty Bass, Ghetto Tech (Footwork), Baile Funk, Edits, Afro Sounds, and beyond—the lineup will be joined by our friends from FUGAZI Rotterdam as our special guests whose sounds will push the limits.

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20u00     Thu 10 Apr
Famous Female Suicide
Graduation show Luna Schepens
theatre
reserveren

"One year ago, I stumbled upon an article from VICE Magazine. In 2013, the magazine came up with the idea of photographing models reeanacting the suicides of seven female writers. The photos were intended for commercial use-- to sell clothing. Beyond its sheer madness, this concept introduced me to a group of women who fascinate me. Using them as characters, I enter into dialogue with them, amplify the drama and search for the edges of their lives and work."

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20u00     Fri 11 Apr
Famous Female Suicide
Graduation show Luna Schepens
theatre
reserveren

"One year ago, I stumbled upon an article from VICE Magazine. In 2013, the magazine came up with the idea of photographing models reeanacting the suicides of seven female writers. The photos were intended for commercial use-- to sell clothing. Beyond its sheer madness, this concept introduced me to a group of women who fascinate me. Using them as characters, I enter into dialogue with them, amplify the drama and search for the edges of their lives and work."

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20u15     Fri 11 Apr
JOHANNES IS ZIJN NAAM X RUBENS
HENRI STORCK & PAUL HAESAERTS
FILM, CLASSICS, SPECIALS, music
TICKETS

You know Johannes Verschaeve as the pleasantly deranged frontman of The Van Jets. After the band's break-up, the Ghent-based Oostendener is doing it all on his own as "Johannes Is Zijn Naam." Poetic, Dutch-language lyrics meander between hissing rhythm boxes and primitive synths, with Johannes as a lone crooner at the microphone....

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20u00     Sat 12 Apr
Famous Female Suicide
Graduation show Luna Schepens
theatre
reserveren

"One year ago, I stumbled upon an article from VICE Magazine. In 2013, the magazine came up with the idea of photographing models reeanacting the suicides of seven female writers. The photos were intended for commercial use-- to sell clothing. Beyond its sheer madness, this concept introduced me to a group of women who fascinate me. Using them as characters, I enter into dialogue with them, amplify the drama and search for the edges of their lives and work."

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May

20u30     Thu 15 May
The Colorist Orchestra
music
TICKETS

The Colorist Orchestra plays new instrumental pop music. The orchestra reworks well-known instrumental hits into new compositions, often with only subtle references to the original. This 'recomposed music' is inspired by genres as diverse as disco, electronica, classical music and traditional folklore, with one goal in mind: to make you dance. The Colorist Orchestra aims to reevaluate lost music and breathe new life into it, by recoloring recognizable melodies and experimenting with new sound combinations.

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20u30     Fri 23 May
Algorave
music
TICKETS

🎶 On this event, we will unleash the Power of Code in Music! 🎶
🌟 What is an Algorave? 🌟
An Algorave is not just a party, it's a journey into the future of sound. Imagine a world where programming languages and art converge, where algorithms are the composers, and data is the muse. It's a one-of-a-kind musical experience driven by real-time code, creating unique and dynamic beats that will leave you're mind in awe, and your feet on fire!

🎛 Highlights 🎛

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20u30     Wed 28 May
I'm the hug + Sam De Nef & Camille Camille
music
tickets

I'm the Hug consists of Mathilde Luijten, Abel Ghekiere, Simon Mitxelena, and Orlan Ghekiere. Each musician brings their own distinct sound, blending singer-songwriter, folk, indie pop, and jazz into an intimate and delicate sonic experience. Perfect for fans of Hayley Heynderickx, Florist, and Keaton Henson.

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June

20u30     Fri 20 Jun
OYESONO
support: Tom Gilbert
music
TICKETS

OYESONO is a new sensation on the Belgian music scene. 

This project by Jasper Maekelberg and Billie Leyers has a sound with an inescapable energy. 

You know Jasper as a musician and producer of Faces on TV, Balthazar, Warhaus, Sylvie Kreusch and Bazart. Jasper combined with singer-songwriter Billie Leyers will take you into higher spheres brimming with sound.

Standing still will be difficult during this unforgettable musical journey.

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