NEW YORK, Jan. 5, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) --
October 7, 2006 - March 11, 2007
COLLECTORS IN ST. PETERSBURG -- HERMITAGE MUSEUM, AMSTERDAM
Until 1917, St. Petersburg was one of Europe's greatest cosmopolitan cities where many of its rich inhabitants put together large collections of art. The Hermitage Amsterdam will introduce the collections of four of these art collectors, with masterpieces by Murillo, Boucher, Rousseau and others.
November 24, 2006 - March 4, 2007
VAN GOGH AND EXPRESSIONISM -- VAN GOGH MUSEUM, AMSTERDAM
Vincent Van Gogh is seen as the most important forerunner of Expressionism. His reliance on emotion to express color and line can be found in almost all Expressionist works. The Van Gogh Museum presents this exhibition in collaboration with the Neue Galerie in New York, featuring 20 paintings by Van Gogh and 40 paintings by Expressionist artists.
Ongoing until 2008
THE MASTERPIECES -- RIJKSMUSEUM, AMSTERDAM
Highlights of the Golden Age: wonderful dolls' houses, a treasure-trove of silver, the most beautiful Delftware, magnificent militia paintings and, of course, the famous paintings by Jan Steen, Frans Hals, Vermeer and Rembrandt. Over 400 masterpieces tell the impressive story of the political, economic and artistic wonders of the Golden Age.
Throughout 2007
DANCE AND MUSIC -- HOLLAND
All aspects of dance and music will be covered in 2007. The calendar of events will be divided into four fields: dance and clubbing, modern music, classical and modern dance and classical music. www.danceandmusic2007.com
Throughout 2007
ROTTERDAM CITY OF ARCHITECTURE
Architecture will be high on Rotterdam's agenda in 2007. All year long, there will be exhibitions and special events relating to outstanding buildings and locations in the Netherlands' leading city for modern architecture. www.rotterdam2007.nl
January 20-28, 2007
AIFW, AMSTERDAM INTERNATIONAL FASHION WEEK -- AMSTERDAM
The Amsterdam fashion week is a young and directional alternative to the world's more traditional fashion weeks, organized twice a year, in January and July. It aims to promote Amsterdam as an inspiring destination for fashion, combining commerce and creativity. www.amsterdamfashionweek.com and www.laundrydays.nl
January 24 - February 4, 2007
INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL -- ROTTERDAM
The 36th edition of the Rotterdam Film Festival offers a quality selection of independent, innovative and experimental cinema and visual arts. Hundreds of filmmakers from around the globe will present their work in 24 screening venues in the center of Rotterdam. www.filmfestivalrotterdam.com
March 9-18, 2007
THE EUROPEAN FINE ART FAIR -- MECC, MAASTRICHT (TEFAF MAASTRICHT)
In March 2007 Maastricht, the oldest town in Holland, will once again host TEFAF Maastricht, the greatest art and antiques fair in the world. Only the most illustrious of the world's art and antique dealers -- nearly 200 eminent dealers from 14 countries -- are invited to exhibit at TEFAF.
March 22 - May 20, 2007
KEUKENHOF GARDENS -- LISSE
Every spring, the Keukenhof Gardens are a feast for the eye. Over 7 million tulips and other bulb flowers are in bloom, covering an area of 80 acres. www.keukenhof.nl
April 6 - August 19, 2007
MAX BECKMANN IN AMSTERDAM, 1937-1947 VAN GOGH MUSEUM
This exhibition offers the first extensive retrospective of the work produced by Max Beckmann in his years in Amsterdam. Max Beckmann (1884-1950) was one of the leading and most distinguished German artists of the 20th century.
April 21, 2007
FLOWER PARADE -- NOORDWIJK
The Dutch version of California's Tournament of Roses Parade! Featuring hundreds of thousands of flower petals sculpted into an array of amazing creations and fantastic floats. From Noordwijk to Haarlem.
April 30, 2007
QUEEN'S DAY; THE QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION -- HOLLAND
Queen Beatrix's birthday celebration is an annual countrywide party that's not to be missed. Enjoy the world's largest flea market in Amsterdam, musical performances and nonstop, good-natured fun wherever you go.
May 9-13, 2007
ART AMSTERDAM/KUNSTRAI -- AMSTERDAM RAI
The Art Amsterdam, formerly known as KunstRAI International Art Fair, draws gallery owners and collectors from all over the world to buy new works by European contemporary artists. Galleries from all over Europe will present their exhibits, including paintings, glass, jewelry and ethno graphics. www.kunstrai.nl
May 12, 2007
NATIONAL WINDMILL DAY -- THROUGHOUT HOLLAND
Holland celebrates National Windmill and Pumping Station Day. Well over 600 windmills, water mills and pumping stations throughout the country are open to the public on this day. Millers give demonstrations of their activities in and around the mill.
May 29 - June 23, 2007
HOLLAND FESTIVAL -- AMSTERDAM
This year is the 60th anniversary of Holland's largest performing arts festival. It celebrates the end of the cultural season with the best of music, theater, dance, film and opera in superb venues throughout Amsterdam. www.hollandfestival.nl
June 16-24, 2007
AMSTERDAM ROOTS FESTIVAL -- AMSTERDAM
Each summer, The Amsterdam Roots Festival presents a wide range of global music and non-western culture. For eight days, the audience is offered a selection of performances, master classes and special projects at several different locations such as Melkweg, Tropentheater, Oosterpark and Concertgebouw. www.amsterdamroots.nl
June 29 - July 1, 2007
AQUA MUSICA -- 'T IJ, AMSTERDAM
A nautical music festival, which takes place on and around the water of Amsterdam's IJ at unique locations such as the VOC ship 'The Amsterdam.' This year the Latin-American and Spanish Baroque will be among the different music styles performed. The festival opens with the famous floating concert on Friday night.
July and August, 2007
CITY BEACHES, AMSTERDAM
City beaches are becoming an increasingly popular phenomenon and Amsterdam is one of the best cities to find them. During the summer months, a number of beaches are open to the public, such as Blijburg aan Zee, Amsterdam Plage and the newest beach, Strand West.
July 2-14, 2007
JULIDANS -- LEIDSEPLEIN, AMSTERDAM
This summer festival of contemporary dance takes place at various stages in the vicinity of the Leidseplein. The best up-and-coming international choreographers of this moment will show their theatrical choreographies in which dance and theatre, music and other disciplines merge. www.julidans.com
July 7, 2007
GRAND OPENING OF STATE-OF-THE ART PUBLIC LIBRARY, AMSTERDAM
Grand opening of Amsterdam's new Public Library, designed by architect Jo Coenen. Located on the Oosterdokseiland, next to Amsterdam's central train station, this 300,000 square feet library will be one of Europe's largest libraries, welcoming over 2 mln visitors each year. This modern designed library will accommodate an auditorium for lectures, musical and theater performances. The design consists of energy saving elements as cold/heat ground storage to reduce the amount of non-renewable used energy.
July 2007
DANCE VALLEY, SPAARNWOUDE
This year will be the 13th edition of Dance Valley. From all over Europe and even beyond, dance lovers will come to Spaarnwoude (northwest of Amsterdam) to enjoy 2 days of live acts and a whole spectrum of music. A campground is nearby for those who want to stay the night and enjoy the festival to the fullest. www.dancevalley.nl
July 2007
AIFW, AMSTERDAM INTERNATIONAL FASHION WEEK -- AMSTERDAM
The Amsterdam fashion week is a young and directional alternative to the world's more traditional fashion weeks, organized twice a year, in January and July. It aims to promote Amsterdam as an inspiring destination for fashion, combining commerce and creativity. www.amsterdamfashionweek.com
July 13-15, 2007
NORTH SEA JAZZ FESTIVAL -- AHOY, ROTTERDAM
One of the greatest jazz events in the world, featuring top jazz musicians as well as blues, soul, R&B, crossover and world-music artists. www.northseajazz.nl
August 3-5, 2007
GAY PRIDE -- AMSTERDAM
The Gay Pride was established in 1995 and is Holland's most important Gay event. Highlight is the Gay Pride Parade. No Gay Pride Parade in any other city compares to Amsterdam's -- in spirit, spice or entertainment. What's more, it takes place on the city's canals! www.amsterdamgaypride.nl
August 11-19, 2007
CANAL FESTIVAL (GRACHTEN FESTIVAL) -- AMSTERDAM
A summer spectacle for music lovers, filling the Amsterdam summer evenings with classical music. Large crowds of people will gather in the city center to enjoy the free classical concerts on and around the Amsterdam canals. Highlight is the Prinsengracht concert which takes place in front of the Pulitzer hotel. www.grachtenfestival.nl
October 12, 2007 - January 13, 2008
ANDY WARHOL: OTHER VOICES, OTHER ROOMS - STEDELIJK MUSEUM, AMSTERDAM Bringing together works across a variety of media "Andy Warhol. Other Voices, Other Rooms" is an extraordinary exhibition that offers a glimpse into the artistic thinking of Pop Art's seminal icon, Andy Warhol (1928-1987).
October 13, 2007 - October 13, 2008
MASTERPIECES OF 17TH CENTURY DUTCH PORTRAITURE -- MAURITSHUIS MUSEUM, THE HAGUE
This exhibition features 17th century portraits of Dutch men of standing, created by i.e. Frans Hals and Rembrandt. The exhibition gives insight into the fashion, occupations and ambitions of these affluent 17th century individuals during the Golden Age.
October, 2007
ADE, AMSTERDAMS DANCE EVENT -- AMSTERDAM
Europe's main dance music conference with over 300 DJs and artists performing in over 30 clubs such as Escape, Melkweg and Paradiso. It is the most versatile festival program in the electronic music scene with an abundance of new artists, new music and plenty of special program features. www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl
November 18-25, 2007
PAN AMSTERDAM -- RAI, AMSTERDAM
The RAI in Amsterdam hosts this Annual Art and Antiques Fair, featuring a myriad of intriguing finds and rare delights. www.pan-amsterdam.nl
November 4, 2007
MUSEUM NIGHT -- AMSTERDAM
Amsterdam will once again celebrate Museum Night. More than 40 museums and institutions will open their doors from 7 pm until 2 am! All museums will organize special events.
November 29 - December 2007
IDFA -- INTERNATIONAL DOCUMENTARY FESTIVAL AMSTERDAM -- AMSTERDAM
One of the world's most prestigious documentary film festivals offers over 200 high-quality documentaries and an extensive program filled with workshops, readings and forums about the aspects of documentary filming. www.idfa.nl
For more information please visit: www.holland.com