3rd edition:

Saturday 18 April 2026
Conny Janssen, Claron McFadden, David Mitchell (UK), Erik Whien, Vineta Sareika (LV), Bieke Depoorter (BE), Erik Kessels, Daniël Kolf, Jakop Ahlbom, DJ DNS, Sjoerd ‘Stepper’ Poldermans, Suzanne Ciani (US), Bobby Broom (US), Kwamé Ba (FR), Erik van Lier and Patrick Mijnals.

Venue
Tolhuistuin
IJpromenade 2, Amsterdam

Date
Saturday
April 18, 2026

The language of each masterclass (Dutch or English) is indicated on the website for every session. Since art speaks for itself, every masterclass is understandable for everyone, regardless of the language.

16 masterclasses, 16 grandmasters, 16 art disciplines
– in one venue, with one ticket!
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Take a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process of choreographer Conny Janssen, soprano Claron McFadden, writer David Mitchell (UK), violinist and first female concertmaster of the Berliner Philharmoniker Vineta Sareika (LV), Magnum photographer Bieke Depoorter (B), theatre director Eric Whien, actor Daniël Kolf, mime-director Jokob Ahlbom, DJ DNS, photography curator Erik Kessels, music composer Suzanne Ciani (US), Bobby Broom (US), .

jazz conductor Erik van Lier, breaker Sjoerd ‘Stepper’ Poldermans and music composer Patrick Mijnals.

In sixten unique masterclasses and the Grande Finale, they share their knowledge and craftsmanship with top talents. Discover how art is created, from street dance, jazz, and fashion to classical music, theater, and ballet. You won’t get this close to the creative process anywhere else..

As a spectator, you are right on top of it: follow the grandmasters closely and watch the next generation of top talents flourish. The Masterclass Festival Amsterdam is a must for curious art lovers and eager (future) professionals. .