As STUK launches its new program, audiences can look forward to a diverse array of performances that challenge artistic norms. Here are five acts set to captivate and inspire.
Claire Rousay — The Bloody Lady (film concert)
Thursday 06.02.2025
Emo-ambient composer Claire Rousay brings her signature introspective style to The Bloody Lady, a haunting exploration of identity and transformation. Her music, blending delicate field recordings with experimental textures, promises to heighten the emotional depth of the cinematic experience. This performance invites us to immerse ourselves in a profound dialogue between sound and image, making it a highlight of the STUK program.
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Four Movements
Friday 28.02.2025
Free for Different Class members - More info here
Four Movements brings together four dancers and four musicians in a series of improvisational encounters, each performance a unique dialogue between movement and sound. Among the participating artists, cellist Okkyung Lee and choreographer Georgia Vardarou bring their distinct perspectives to the project, pushing the boundaries of their respective disciplines. This project emphasises spontaneity and the ephemeral nature of live art, offering an intimate glimpse into the creative process. The collaboration challenges both artists and viewers to embrace unpredictability, resulting in performances that are as dynamic as they are engaging.
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Georgia Vardarou © Tristan Perez
Beyond Music #8
Thursday 20.03.2025
Free for Different Class members - More info here
This edition of Beyond Music features avant-garde artists such as Ryosuke Kiyasu, Pierre Berthet, and Rie Nakajima, who are well-known for their experimental approaches to sound. Each act offers a unique auditory experience, inviting you to reconsider traditional perceptions of music. Beyond Music #8 is a celebration of creativity and innovation, a must-see for anyone eager to explore the limitless possibilities of sound.
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Ryosuke Kiyasu
Harald Beharie — Batty Bwoy
Thursday 27.03.2025
Norwegian-Jamaican performer and choreographer Harald Beharie presents Batty Bwoy, a performance that reclaims and reinterprets derogatory terms to explore queer identity. Drawing inspiration from mythologies, stereotypes and personal narratives, Beharie crafts a piece that is confrontational and liberating. The work delves into the complexities of queer blackness, offering a potent commentary on societal perceptions and self-empowerment.
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Hear Here
From Thursday 24.04.2025 - Monday 9.06.2025
Live event on May 17, free for Different Class members - More info here
Hear Here explores the relationship between sound, art and space. 15 sound installations are transforming Leuven’s architectural heritage into an immersive soundscape. Besides the exhibition, there is a 2-day performance programme at STUK and museum M Leuven, featuring ØKSE, Leila Bordreuil, and Anouk Kellner on 17 May. This standout moment in STUK’s programming sets the public to experience their surroundings in innovative and unforgettable ways.
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