The Cathedral of Thorns is a full building-sized illuminated labyrinth on the Caribbean island of Curaçao.
Visitors are invited to walk through its corridors and experience an artistic journey through a troublesome history toward a bright future; both sides are represented by the hostile yet beautiful thorns. To raise consciousness of the similarities between religions, the design includes symbols of today’s world religions and ancient nature-based religions. The walls have niches containing objects of contemporary art by guest artists, expressing mankind’s ability to change, share and collaborate through creativity.
In addition, the labyrinth also functions as a stage for performances.
The Cathedral of Thorns was designed by Herman van Bergen, winner of the International Sculpture Award, 2023 and the prestigious Cola Debrot Award in 2016, and was constructed by unemployed youth. This work of art (in progress) unites all themes of Van Bergen’s previous thorn-art sculptures into one expansive project: a building honoring Mother Nature and the Free Spirit that achieves change through creativity.
Website: https://cathedralofthorns.com/
Uitnodiging voor ‘Rock the Cathedral’ – Randal Corsen & Friends Op zaterdag 26 oktober is iedereen van harte uitgenodigd voor een bijzondere muzikale avond: ROCK THE CATHEDRAL. Dit concert, onder leiding van de befaamde Curaçaose pianist en componist Randal Corsen, vindt plaats in de indrukwekkende […]
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On Sunday, August 18, Trijntje Oosterhuis and Randal Corsen will give a captivating performance together at the Cathedral of Thorns. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see these two musical greats live! 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐣𝐧𝐭𝐣𝐞 𝐎𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐮𝐢𝐬 Trijntje Oosterhuis, born in Amsterdam, started her career in the […]
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SOLD OUT! Please check this link for the extra event date: https://cultuuragenda.com/2024/trijntje-oosterhuis-and-randall-corsen-trio-2nd-date/ On Saturday, August 17, Trijntje Oosterhuis and Randal Corsen will give a captivating performance together at the Cathedral of Thorns. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see these two musical greats live! 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 […]
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Cedric Dandaré, often regarded as the pioneer of ‘Curajazz’, fused jazz harmonies with Curaçaoan rhythms and gained international fame. His musical journey began in elementary school, influenced by his musical family and artists like The Beatles and Deep Purple. Dandaré played in numerous bands and […]
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Op vrijdag 5 april is de Kathedraal van Doornen onder de sterrenhemel de entourage voor een optreden van de Zweedse saxofonist Martin Lidström met zijn Lidström Funky Fusion, de band die is geformeerd met lokale stermusici. Het is de Burney Creative Productions geweest die de […]
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Dear friends of the Cathedral of Thorns, Save the date for the Cathedral Of Thorns’ 4th-anniversary celebration of the Free Spirit, featuring renowned international musicians Roy and Elmer Louis & band. Date: Sunday, February 4, 2024 Escape the carnival heat and join us for this […]
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Dear friends of the Cathedral of Thorns, Save the date for the Cathedral Of Thorns’ 4th-anniversary celebration of the Free Spirit, featuring renowned international musicians Roy and Elmer Louis & band. Date: Friday, February 2, 2024 Escape the carnival heat and join us for this […]
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Gamechanger in circulair design maakt nieuw product in opdracht van Farm to Crafts Willemstad – Garen uit zeewier en vissenhuid als alternatief voor leer. Beide innovaties in de textielindustrie komen uit de koker van Nienke Hoogvliet. De Nederlandse textiel, product- en conceptdesigner is op uitnodiging […]
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Cathedral of Thorns by Night Friday 5 JANUARY 2024 With Arjen de Graaf, Violin, Enrico Enriquez, piano, Bass guitar Hershel RosarioJ and Jeandro Casper. Enjoy a night with the short film ‘Making Off the Cathedral of Thorns”. Experience an exclusive guided tour with the designer and founder of the cathedral Herman van Bergen. For […]
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Save the date, mark your calendar, and join us for a magical evening on December 15th at 8 pm. Share the joy, invite your friends, and let the music carry you away! Immerse yourself in an unforgettable night of musical mastery at the Cathedral of […]
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Prepare for an evening of magic at the Cathedral of Thorns! Join us for a unique blend of music, literature, and architecture, where the stories of Eric de Brabander converge with the insights of Anko van der Woude. The night will be complemented by the […]
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Be prepared for a magical musical evening and get your tickets now for Chispas Latinas With : Singer:Yumarya Grijt Piano: Enrico Henriquez Kuarta: Rhazul Sebelon Violin: Arjen de Graaf Percussion: Ernie Gregorius Basguitar: Hershel Rosario Doors open at 7 pm. Event starts at 7.30 pm. […]
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