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From debate to action in Transvaal and the Schilderswijk

With music from the Residentie Orkest rappers from the neighborhood, Juliana Plaza was not only a place for discussion during the party leader debate, but also a place for bringing people together. Transvaal and the Schilderswijk spoke for themselves.

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Residentie Orkest at 2026 Party Leaders' Debate

In the run-up to the 2026 municipal elections, Transvaal and the Schilderswijk will take center stage during a closed party leader debate on February 10, 2026.

Stories that warm the heart

On Wednesday evening, January 21, the doors of the permanent winter shelter in the former Red Cross hospital will open for a special evening full of stories and music.

Cold days, warm hearts – music and stories about humanity

At a time when society is often characterized by polarization and hardening, the Cold Days, Warm Hearts project seeks to find the power of connection. The Residentie Orkest Haags Verhaal bring music and stories together in neighborhoods in The Hague, with humanity as the central theme.

"For a moment in another world."

When she steps into Amare s Concert Hall , she feels small for a moment among all the people. "Very cozy," she says later. "There were so many people, wonderful to see." The lights dim, the first sounds fill the room - and then it happens: "I got tears in my eyes. So beautiful to hear. You settle down spiritually."

Looking back on cold days, warm hearts

On Thursday Nov. 13, the first meeting of Cold Days, Warm Hearts took place at the Father Center Adam. A retrospective!

Musical appreciation for Hague Caregivers

The Hague has over 160,000 informal caregivers who care for their loved ones with love and commitment. During the Haagse Mantelzorg Driedaagse, from November 6 to 8, 2025, we will put The Hague's informal caregivers in the spotlight as a token of appreciation for their efforts.

Cold days, warm hearts

What does it mean to be there for another person? Or that someone is there for you? In some special musical gatherings in different neighborhoods in The Hague, together we will explore stories of humanity.

Hague Singing Messiah 2025

Have you always wanted to sing in a choir together with a symphony orchestra? Then grab your chance now and sign up for the Residentie Orkest's unique Hague Singing Messiah!

Retrospective Amateur Arts Festival & Volunteer Fair

On Saturday afternoon, May 10, the Residentie Orkest together with PEP The Hague, Cultuurschakel and Open Amare organized a large citywide volunteer market combined with an amateur arts festival.

Retrospective Amateur Arts Festival

In recent weeks, the Residentie Orkest has been involved in a number of projects into the city around folk music, together with various community and cultural partners.

Amateur arts festival in Amare

Join the Amateur Arts Festival on Saturday afternoon, May 10, during the Volunteer Market "Together for a more beautiful The Hague" at Open Amare.

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