FASHIONCLASH TILBURG
Mark your calendars for FASHIONCLASH Tilburg, a 1-day fashion event on Saturday 2 March 2024 at Theater De Nieuwe Vorst. Expect a selection of performances, fashion films, workshops, an exhibition, a talk and more!
Practical information
Date: Saturday 2 March 2024
Time: 12:00 – 20:00
Location: Theater De Nieuwe Vorst, Willem II-straat 49 5038 BD Tilburg
Access: You can visit all program parts for free. Due to limited seating, we kindly ask you to sign up in advance for the guestlist of the performance(s) of ‘Who cares what you wear?’, Talk: Social (fashion)design by means and the performance of The CLASH House.
Theater De Nieuwe Vorst is located closely (± 5-10 min walk) to train station Tilburg. If you prefer to visit by car, you can park your car within walking distance of Theater De Nieuwe Vorst in the Pieter Vreedeplein parking garage. Pieter Vreedeplein parking garage has 780 parking spaces and also includes a free bicycle shed.
About FASHIONCLASH
FASHIONCLASH is a development and presentation platform for fashion (culture) that, contributes through crossovers to the individual talent development of a new generation of fashion makers and to general awareness of the role of fashion in the world.
PROGRAM
THE CLASH HOUSE
‘The CLASH House’ is a showcase and development program for designers who focus on crossovers between fashion and other art disciplines – especially performing arts.
These designers explore alternative ways of making and presenting fashion. The performances premiered at FASHIONCLASH Festival 2023 in Maastricht.
Participants of ‘The CLASH House’ received a coaching program in which they were supported by theater maker Giovanni Brand and dancer and choreographer Laisvie Andrea Ochoa Gaevska. The aim of the program is to encourage designers to experiment with presentation formats and thus contribute to the innovation of the field and create a unique experience for the audience.
Participants
TALK: SOCIAL (FASHION) DESIGN BY MEANS
This talk includes various speakers (announced in due time!) sharing their vision on fashion & participation of young adults and teenagers. Moderator: Haiko Huvenaars
Panel will consist of a.o. representatives from STORE Rotterdam and New Order of Fashion. Soon more information.
17:00 – 18:30 | Rode Salon
*Due to limited seating, you have to sign up in advance to visit this Talk.
WHO CARES WHAT YOU WEAR? II
‘Who cares what you wear?’, an interactive educative performance (Dutch spoken) for young people (10+) with the aim of drawing attention to issues in the field of fashion and sustainability. Influencers Rose & Rosie go in search of what young people already know about fashion and sustainability and what they think about it. By vlogging about topics related to fashion, climate change, waste and sustainability, they create interaction with the visitor(s).
Following the performance, you can join an Upcycling workshop in the Serre of Theater De Nieuwe Vorst. In this workshop you will learn how to creatively fix a piece of clothing.
15:30 – 17:00 | Kleine zaal
Due to limited seating, you have to sign up in advance to visit this performance.
WHO CARES WHAT YOU WEAR? I
‘Who cares what you wear?’, an interactive educative performance (Dutch spoken) for young people (10+) with the aim of drawing attention to issues in the field of fashion and sustainability. Influencers Rose & Rosie go in search of what young people already know about fashion and sustainability and what they think about it. By vlogging about topics related to fashion, climate change, waste and sustainability, they create interaction with the visitor(s).
Prior to the performance, you can join an Upcycling workshop in the Serre of Theater De Nieuwe Vorst. In this workshop you will learn how to creatively fix a piece of clothing.
12:30 – 14:00 | Kleine zaal
*Due to limited seating, you have to sign up in advance to visit this performance.
POP-UP SALES
Do you have a clothing brand or do you sell accessories (bags, hats, belts, etc.), jewellery or another fashion & textile related product? Apply to sell your items in the Pop-up Sales during FASHIONCLASH Tilburg!
Deadline for applications: Thursday 1 February 2024
Participants will be announced in week 7 (12-16 February)
FASHION FILM PROGRAM
Fashion (short) film has become an established format in which designers and brands present their ethics and aesthetics. In this multimedia age, fashion film has become a growing way to capture a story and reach a wide audience through online platforms and media.
This ongoing screening (a loop of ± 1 hour) consists of a selection of films that have been on display during FASHIONCLASH Festival 2023 in Maastricht. These films are from different countries in the world, thus showing a very diverse and rich view of perspectives, disciplines, cultures and stories.
Participants
Annalie van Doorn, Daan Kamphorst, Yana Engelbrecht | Fleur van Heezik, An Smid | Ashim Ahluwalia, Shilpa Chavan | Ottilie Maters, Manusama Nuance | Cristian Velasco | Marije Seijn, Annie van Noortwijk | Helen Sotropa, Kevin Johnson | The Leap | TheNEWtribe | Flo Meijer, Nadie Studio
WORKSHOP: UPCYCLING
In this workshop you will learn how to creatively breathe new life into your damaged garment. By using simple embroidery techniques (mending) and creating patches you can give your old garment a new, longer life! You can bring your own piece of clothing, but you can also choose something from our selection of clothing and textiles on location.
12:00 – 17:00 | Serre
EXHIBITION
You can join the exhibition of FASHIONCLASH Tilburg with already existing work, such as outfits on mannequins, an installation, photograpy, video, etc., that fits within the values and aesthetics of FASHIONCLASH. If you wish to apply with new work, please keep in mind that FASHIONCLASH can not contribute to any costs as part of the creation of the work.
Deadline for applications: Thursday 1 February 2024
Participants will be announced in week 7 (12-16 February)
12:00 – 17:00 | Leesstudio & KRAAKKLUIS
