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Monique Krüs: Volgens Maria Magdalena

Friday, 27 March 2026   |   20:00 - 22:00

Monique Krüs: Volgens Maria Magdalena

According to Mary Magdalene: The least described, the most interpreted.

What do we really know about Mary of Magdala? With this concert, the Dutch Bach Consort aims to give a face to one of the most famous and influential women in history.

Extras, apostle to the apostles, sinner, wife of the Savior? Mary Magdalene is the most interpreted yet least described biblical figure. Her Gospel, discovered in 1896, brought forth a revelation in the form of a dialogue. But who was she?

Artistic directors Sytse Buwalda and Heleen Koele dive into history to craft a story where past and present meet—an exploratory journey into the woman Mary Magdalene truly was. The story is narrated by actress Lucretia van der Vloot and interwoven with music by Henrik Ødegaard, featuring a world premiere by Monique Krüs.

From March 20, 2026 by Nederlands Bach Consort at various Dutch venues.

  • Composer(s) Monique Krüs
  • Title(s) of the Work(s)

    Volgens Maria Magdalena
  • Performer, Ensemble or Orchestra Nederlands Bach Consort
Date
Mar 27 2026
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Time
20:00 - 22:00
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Location
Leeuwarden, Waalse Kerk
Leeuwarden, Waalse Kerk
Grote Kerkstraat 222, 8911 EG Leeuwarden
Website https://grotekerkleeuwarden.nl/waalse-kerk/
Phone 058 212 8313
Composer

Monique Krüs

The colourfoul compositions of Dutch versatile musician Monique Krüs encompass opera, music theatre, lieder, chamber music, works for choir, music for media.
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Mary Magdalene barely appears in the New Testament.
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