Museum aan de A

For four years, Anita Oosterloo and Joost Nuijten followed the renovation process of Museum aan de A with their cameras. The photographers regularly walked around and through the museum, searching for small details, historical wood joints and still lifes of empty rooms. They captured relocations and movements. Changes and meetings. The result is an eyewitness account of a museum in transition.

An everyday scene: an ordinary family sitting at the table. The napkins are tied, the food is waiting. Meanwhile, thoughts bubble up, comments are made, and minor—and not so minor—irritations surface. Take a seat at the table, wait for dinner, listen to what's being said (and thought)... and discover how even the table itself seems to have a mind of its own.

G.S.M.G Bragi is the student music association of Groningen. The association consists of three sections: the symphony choir, the a cappella choir and the orchestra. There is also a chamber music committee. Bragi plays at various events in- and outside the city of Groningen: from weddings to the opening of the academic year to Noorderzon.

Linde and Anika form a musical duo that met in secondary school. With their acoustic sound and interesting vocals, they perform a varied repertoire suitable for young and old. In their own way, they perform songs by Pearl Jam, Racoon, Coldplay, The Doobie Brothers, Krezip and Lianne La Havas. Between covers, their own songs can therefore be heard from time to time.

Learn the first steps of belly dancing during this half-hour workshop. Experience the joy of dancing to beautiful Egyptian music. Belly dancing is an ancient, vibrant dance, also known as Raqs Sharqi or Oriental Dance. It's suitable for all levels, from swaying hips at parties to performing arts festivals.

Young talent deserves a stage! This museum night at Museum aan de A, discover the latest acts from the course Muzikant van Noorderpoort Kunst & Multimedia.

In anticipation of a renovation and a completely new permanent exhibition, Museum aan de A is normally closed to the public. But especially for you, the museum is opening its doors tonight. The museum considers this transition from old to new to be an interim period. A time of no longer and not yet, with empty spaces waiting for what is to come. Our guide will take you to these places, the spaces in between where the centuries-old buildings are clearly visible. But the spaces also evoke a desire to see what is not (yet) there. There will be room for something new.

Do you want to be able to get through the night in Groningen? Singer/teacher Olaf Vos gives two crash courses in Gronings. Olaf teaches you Groningse words and phrases that are essential in the nightlife of Groningen. Going out, dating and erotica are discussed. The course is given twice: once in Dutch – Gronings and once in English – Gronings. Olaf is also known as a member of the bands Bond against Harries and VandeStraat.

22:30: Dutch workshop
23:30: English workshop

DJ Boes is a familiar face in Groningen's nightlife scene. He spins at venues such as Wolter Wolthers, RGB, De Prins and Warhol. He will now be bringing his delightful music to Groninger Museum Nacht! Expect a set full of danceable tracks, surprising sounds and just the right amount of energy to get you on your feet!

Embark on a mesmerizing nighttime adventure of romance! Two historic vessels, PW17/Emma and the Groninger Bol Beppe Baukje, shuttle back and forth between Museum aan de A and the Groninger Museum. Music, cabaret performances, poetry, and captivating stories are all on board.

The exact times of the performances on the ships may vary, due to sailing back and forth. You can either board at Museum aan de A (location: Museum Bridge) or at the Groninger Museum (location: in front of the station).

Femke de Heer (2002) studies astronomy in Groningen. With her poetry, she investigates how people relate to each other and to themselves. She was house poet of the University of Groningen in 2024-2025, performed at Dichters in de Prinsentuin and is a member of the Poetry Club. Some of her poems were published on Minutes of the Invisible and in Hollands Maandblad.

Hannan van Rooij is 24, a student of religion, culture and ethics, word artist and nurse. For a year and a half, she has been district poet of Vinkhuizen and has also performed in Zwolle and Groningen regions and at various festivals and conferences. With raw, honest and visual work, she hopes to shine a new light on themes such as living together, care, heartbreak and other everyday things.

Yas Jeanine's style is not easy to describe. The language she uses is mostly English, but sometimes Dutch or Spanish. She is influenced by pop, reggae, soul and indie music. After many musical  wanderings, playing in Vera, Eurosonic and gigs with Blues Juice and ska band Knight Susan, she comes back to herself.

Dylan Prentner is an up-and-coming classical guitarist from Groningen. He was a finalist at both the Grachtenfestival Competition 2023 and the Gallery of Guitar Competition 2025. Dylan is particularly fascinated by going where no one else is. He has sought to interpret the sound of the guitar and the wind to tell his own unique story through diverse repertoire. He is willing to take any risk to express himself and take his audience to new and interesting places.

The four-piece mobile brass band Koper&Co plays music from all corners of the globe in its own unique style: cool and swinging, cheerful and sunny, moving and compelling. From a whisper-soft breeze to a fierce storm in a glass. Koper&Co draws on various musical styles, such as New Orleans, Funk, and Jazz, as well as World and Folk music from places like the Caribbean, Africa, the Middle East and the Balkans. Koper&Co stands for musical skill and expression, and above all, for fun!

Noor van der Monde is a young artist from Groningen who has been making music since 2022. She wants to use an intimate atmosphere, diverse melodies and lyrics to give you new insights about the times we live in.

Kamil writes short stories and poetry about not fitting into the normal, about boxes that are too small and about sharp edges.

Maresa is a newcomer artist, based in Groningen. Mixing soft indie pop with vulnerable lyrics about heartbreak and friendship, she invites you to a cozy concert during which you just want to hug your close ones.