M-IDZOMER comes to an end having had 5,700 visitors

17 augustus 2022

Over the past four days, the eleventh edition of the music and culture festival organised by M Leuven and Het Depot attracted 5,700 music and culture lovers in M's rooms and garden. They enjoyed live music, exhibitions by Wael Shawky, Naufus Ramírez-Figueroa, Open M and an exhibition by M resident Tom Hallet.

"Seeing people enjoying culture and music together in M is always special. The cooperation between Het Depot and M Leuven creates a unique interaction of talent in the field of art and music. That people appreciate this combination is evident from the number of visitors. This year we had 5,700 visitors making it a real success. I am already looking forward to the next edition," Denise Vandevoort, alderwoman for culture and chairwoman of the M board, says with a smile.

Peter Bary, general manager of M Leuven, adds: "When we do M-IDZOMER, we supplement our current exhibitions with surprising performances, installations and slam poetry inspired by the M collection. 'Mare’ was emerging talent Tom Hallet’s exhibition of the result of his M residency with . M-IDZOMER introduces music lovers to exhibitions such as 'Wael Shawky' and 'Open M'. Art lovers can immerse themselves in musical offerings from Sylvie Kreusch to Tindersticks. Judging by the visitor numbers, this combination is certainly liked.

"It is a success given the circumstances (after two summers of no festival). M’s unique setting are just as enjoyable as they used to be and the highlights were Tindersticks, Buffalo Tom and Black Sea Dahu. The discovery of the year? Bobbi Lu on the Sound Track Stage", says Mike Naert, general and artistic director of Het Depot.

Highlights

M-IDZOMER set off last Thursday with laureates Bobbi Lu and SEVENS on the Sound Track Stage. Sylvie Kreusch was the right choice for an exciting mix and expressive performance.

On Friday, visitors were treated to new work with a contemporary sound by Ruben Block. On the Sound Track Stage, laureates Cesar Quinn and Porcelain id gave it their best and

on Saturday, the British band Tindersticks created a relaxed atmosphere with their melancholic beats. Laureate BLUAI took everyone into their dreamy lo-fi world. There was something for the kids too. The somewhat older ones could have their fill of fun on the family course, while the little ones sang and danced together with Captain Winokio.

On the last day of the festival, Intergalactic Lovers played music from their brand-new album 'Liquid Love'. Laureate Nona Problema was also on hand with delicious ecological fairytale music.

In the rooms of the museum, M presented the artistic world of 'Naufus Ramírez-Figueroa' and 'Wael Shawky'. Regional and national talent could be seen in 'De Tien' and 'Open M'. To mark the end of his M residency, Tom Hallet showed new work along with a performance by viola player Victor Guaita and dancer Jacob Storer. The magical cinematic oracle Telemagic brought impressive video works, created by fifteen young creators.

Did you miss M-IDZOMER? Then have a look at the aftermovie here. Please put the following dates in your diaries: 27 to 30 July 2023. That is when the twelfth edition will take place.