Knock Knock
Whose There?
Anita
Anita who?
Anita know when April Fool's is! 

THE SOUR SILK CABARET is summoned back to De Nieuwe Anita on this very silly day named APRIL FOOL's DAY.

01/04/2026

Door 19:30 & Show 20:00

With all folkloric intentions, new acts and old stories, join us for a breath of gags to ripen this springtime! and of course "Ye Olde Aprile Fools Prankes!" Just like always, you can expect local and international acts from artists in an array of disciplines - song, storytelling, voguing, circus, clowns & more.

Line up (coming soon)
Early birds on sale! here: https://soursilk.bash.social/e/TKHJBLum3irC?s=RZUPn1L3Lic

Follow us on IG @thesoursilkcabaret and @younghoops
Or visit www.younghoops.net or www.denieuweanita.nl

_Knock Knock  
Whose There?  
Anita  
Anita who?  
Anita know when April Fool's is!_ 

### **THE SOUR SILK CABARET** is summoned back to [De Nieuwe Anita](https://denieuweanita.nl/agenda/the-sour-silk-cabaret-is-back/) on this very silly day named APRIL FOOL's DAY.

### 01/04/2026

Door 19:30 & Show 20:00

With all folkloric intentions, new acts and old stories, join us for a breath of gags to ripen this springtime! and of course _"Ye Olde Aprile Fools Prankes!"_ Just like always, you can expect local and international acts from artists in an array of disciplines - song, storytelling, voguing, circus, clowns & more.

Line up (coming soon)  
Early birds on sale! here: [https://soursilk.bash.social/e/TKHJBLum3irC?s=RZUPn1L3Lic](https://soursilk.bash.social/e/TKHJBLum3irC?s=RZUPn1L3Lic)

Follow us on IG [@thesoursilkcabaret](https://www.instagram.com/thesoursilkcabaret/) and [@younghoops](https://www.instagram.com/younghoops/)  
Or visit [www.younghoops.net](https://www.younghoops.net) or [www.denieuweanita.nl](https://denieuweanita.nl/agenda/the-sour-silk-cabaret-is-back/)

The SOUR SILK CABARET: The Fool edition

Flow with Silk Veil Fans!

March 14 2026
12:00-14:00

Location: @SkyStudio Amsterdam Oost behind Brouwerij 't IJ (exact location disclosed after purchase of ticket)

About Silk Veil Fans:
Originating in belly dance traditions, this workshop invites softness, flow, full-body and extension of the arms. We explore how to build confidence through flow, control and play by drilling technique, transitions and tricks. What to expect? Technicality on closed and open fans like figure-8, peacock, traces, flutter and windmill, and how to transition to create seamless flow. A short choreograph will be taught to bind it altogether.
Join us to harness a new skill or use in your choreograph.

For whom is this class?

Suitable for beginner to intermediate levels. No prerequisite needed! 

What to bring

Own fans or let us know if you need a pair.

Comfortable clothes, socks, water bottle.

Tea and cookies provided.

More info www.younghoops.net

### Flow with Silk Veil Fans!

March 14 2026  
12:00-14:00

Location: [@SkyStudio](https://www.instagram.com/skystudio_amsterdam/?hl=en) Amsterdam Oost behind Brouwerij 't IJ (exact location disclosed after purchase of ticket)

**About Silk Veil Fans:**  
Originating in belly dance traditions, this workshop invites softness, flow, full-body and extension of the arms. We explore how to build confidence through flow, control and play by drilling technique, transitions and tricks. What to expect? Technicality on **closed** and **open fans** like figure-8, peacock, traces, flutter and windmill, and how to transition to create seamless flow. A short choreograph will be taught to bind it altogether.  
Join us to harness a new skill or use in your choreograph.

**For whom is this class?**

Suitable for beginner to intermediate levels. No prerequisite needed! 

**What to bring**

*   Own fans or let us know if you need a pair.
    
*   Comfortable clothes, socks, water bottle.
    
    Tea and cookies provided.
    

More info [www.younghoops.net](https://www.younghoops.net)

Silk Veil Fan Workshop

We are planting a seed in the heart of Houthavens, Amsterdam!

This yoga POP UP studio weekend is chance to trial new classes and get to know your future local yoga studio, in conjunction with PWRFULL.

From 10:00-12:00, we’ll host 30-minute teaser classes, guided by local instructors.

Admission is free (pay-what-you-feel). We kindly ask everyone to complete a short post POPUP feedback survey to help us better support our community’s wellbeing.

Agenda

Saturday March 7:

10:00-10:30 Morning Flow by Fabio

10:45-11:15 Slow Flow Yoga by Judy

11:30-12:00 Yin and Sound by Judy

Sunday March 8:

10:00-10:30 Mat Pilates by Arabelle

10:45-11:15 Strong Flow by Arben

11:30-12:00 Yoga Nidra and Sound by Arben

**Please bring your own mat as we have a limited amount.
(Let us know if you don't have one)
Sign up and invite a friend, neighbour or partner!

### We are planting a seed in the heart of Houthavens, Amsterdam!

This yoga POP UP studio weekend is chance to trial new classes and get to know your future local yoga studio, in conjunction with PWRFULL.

From 10:00-12:00, we’ll host 30-minute teaser classes, guided by local instructors.

Admission is free (pay-what-you-feel). We kindly ask everyone to complete a short post POPUP feedback survey to help us better support our community’s wellbeing.

### **_Agenda_**

### Saturday March 7:

10:00-10:30 Morning Flow by Fabio

10:45-11:15 Slow Flow Yoga by Judy

11:30-12:00 Yin and Sound by Judy

### Sunday March 8:

10:00-10:30 Mat Pilates by Arabelle

10:45-11:15 Strong Flow by Arben

11:30-12:00 Yoga Nidra and Sound by Arben

\*\*Please bring your own mat as we have a limited amount.  
(Let us know if you don't have one)  
**Sign up** and invite a friend, neighbour or partner!

Yoga POP UP studio - Houthavens

To commemorate the 2026 Year of the Horse in Fire element, we celebrate the energy shift, basking in the colour red, warmth and new manifestations. Tea ceremony, fortune cookies and a deep listening experience using gong, singing bowls, drum, flute, chimes, and voice to guide participants into rest and awareness through vibrations. Great for individuals or groups seeking calm, clarity, and inner reset. Paired with subtle breathwork enhancing the body's natural healing.

Dress code: Red for Goodluck.



18-19h will bring a transformative movement workshop led by Maria Pisiou, from wooden snake to fire horse.

19h-1930 - Tea ceremony and blessings

1930-2030h - SoundBath led by Judy Young with special guest!

To commemorate the **2026 Year of the Horse** in Fire element, we celebrate the energy shift, basking in the colour red, warmth and new manifestations. Tea ceremony, fortune cookies and a deep listening experience using gong, singing bowls, drum, flute, chimes, and voice to guide participants into rest and awareness through vibrations. Great for individuals or groups seeking calm, clarity, and inner reset. Paired with subtle breathwork enhancing the body's natural healing.

**Dress code: Red for Goodluck.**

18-19h will bring a transformative movement workshop led by Maria Pisiou, from wooden snake to fire horse.

19h-1930 - Tea ceremony and blessings

1930-2030h - SoundBath led by Judy Young with special guest!

Lunar New Year 2026: Fire Horse

Poetic Journalling with Judy Young @ Sky Studio

Creative journalling as meditation. Participants are guided through prompts, poetic fragments and an introduction to Haiku poetry to highlight and reflect on the day, the moment, the time.

No writing experience needed, just openness.

We start Yoga for the Eyeballs: a playful but powerful practice focused on breathwork, eye-relaxation, and tension release - great for anyone spending long hours on screens or in high-focus work environments.

Tea and cookies will be served.

Please bring a notepad and extra comfortable things.

The session is 90 mins

Door open 19:00 - 20:30

Please wear comfortable and warm clothes 

BYO Yoga mat or cushion. (Let me know if you are unable to bring one)

Please arrive 5-10mins early

Payment is on a sliding scale: low, standard, supportive ->  15/20/25E

# **Poetic Journalling with Judy Young @ Sky Studio**

Creative journalling as meditation. Participants are guided through prompts, poetic fragments and an introduction to Haiku poetry to highlight and reflect on the day, the moment, the time.

No writing experience needed, just openness.

We start Yoga for the Eyeballs: a playful but powerful practice focused on breathwork, eye-relaxation, and tension release - great for anyone spending long hours on screens or in high-focus work environments.

Tea and cookies will be served.

Please bring a notepad and extra comfortable things.

*   The session is 90 mins
    
*   Door open 19:00 - 20:30
    
*   Please wear comfortable and warm clothes 
    
*   BYO Yoga mat or cushion. (Let me know if you are unable to bring one)
    
*   Please arrive 5-10mins early
    
*   Payment is on a sliding scale: low, standard, supportive ->  15/20/25E

Poetic Journalling workshop - Sky Studio

Sky Studio - December's Imaginary Bodies series.

A deep listening experience using singing bowls, flute, drums, gongs and voice to guide participants into a state of rest and awareness. Individuals or groups seeking calm, clarity, and inner reset will find it here.



The session is 90 mins

Door open 19:00 - 20:30

Please wear comfortable and warm clothes 

BYO Yoga mat or cushion. (Let me know if you are unable to bring one)

Please arrive 5-10mins early

Payment is on a sliding scale: low, standard, supportive ->  15/20/25E

# **Sky Studio - December's Imaginary Bodies series.**

A deep listening experience using singing bowls, flute, drums, gongs and voice to guide participants into a state of rest and awareness. Individuals or groups seeking calm, clarity, and inner reset will find it here.

*   The session is 90 mins
    
*   Door open 19:00 - 20:30
    
*   Please wear comfortable and warm clothes 
    
*   BYO Yoga mat or cushion. (Let me know if you are unable to bring one)
    
*   Please arrive 5-10mins early
    
*   Payment is on a sliding scale: low, standard, supportive ->  15/20/25E

Sound Meditation - Sky Studio

Sound Meditation - Imaginary Bodies

Sour Silk Cabaret: Vogelbuurt Editie | Paradiso

Dutch translation on Cafe De Ceuval's website

An in-depth listening experience with singing bowls, drum, flute, sound bars and voice to guide participants through vibration to relaxation and awareness. Ideal for people who are looking for peace, clarity and an inner reset. Combined with subtle Yin postures aimed at loosening the fascia to support the natural to support the natural recovery of the body.

Practical info:

It is nice if you are present at least -10 minutes in advance. The meditation lasts an hour. Wear comfortable clothes, suggested dinner at the Cafe de Ceuval after session or deep rest at home.

About Judy Young:

Judy Young interweaves her performative art practice with meditative techniques. Her work conveys messages within the Yin and Yang spectrum. With 12 years of experience in yoga and years in sound healing, she creates a unique approach to healing and expression. She currently teaches at Yoga School Noord and has given sound meditation workshops at Felix Meritis, the Van Gogh Museum, the Nowhere Theater Foundation and Lola Lieven, among others. Later this year she will start her diploma in TCM.

More about Young Hoops

**_Dutch translation on Cafe De Ceuval's website_**

An in-depth listening experience with singing bowls, drum, flute, sound bars and voice to guide participants through vibration to relaxation and awareness. Ideal for people who are looking for peace, clarity and an inner reset. Combined with subtle Yin postures aimed at loosening the fascia to support the natural to support the natural recovery of the body.

**Practical info:**

It is nice if you are present at least -10 minutes in advance. The meditation lasts an hour. Wear comfortable clothes, suggested dinner at the Cafe de Ceuval after session or deep rest at home.

**About Judy Young:**

Judy Young interweaves her performative art practice with meditative techniques. Her work conveys messages within the Yin and Yang spectrum. With 12 years of experience in yoga and years in sound healing, she creates a unique approach to healing and expression. She currently teaches at Yoga School Noord and has given sound meditation workshops at Felix Meritis, the Van Gogh Museum, the Nowhere Theater Foundation and Lola Lieven, among others. Later this year she will start her diploma in TCM.

More about [Young Hoops](Www.toungHoops.net)

Geluidsmeditatie (Soundbathing) door Judy: 25 juni – De Ceuvel |

We're back again!

Rested and ready for the spring air 2025 - bringing you new local acts to your favourite theatre in Amsterdam west. 

Sour Silk Cabaret is the sister of Young Hoops Cabaret - branching into the world of circus, poetry, theatre and experimental arts. 







We're back again!

Rested and ready for the spring air 2025 - bringing you new local acts to your favourite theatre in Amsterdam west.

Sour Silk Cabaret is the sister of Young Hoops Cabaret - branching into the world of circus, poetry, theatre and experimental arts.

Sour Silk Cabaret: April Fools' 

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Performance hula hoop artist and organiser of Young Hoops Cabaret, Sour Silk Cabaret and Cooee Circus