Central Studios Competitors

Pakhuis de Zwijger is the independent institute in Amsterdam for social innovation & creation. As a progressive driver of urban change, we produce impact projects, creative content and over more than 600 live programs per year concerning themes on the creative industry, sustainability, diversity, economy and democracy. Pakhuis de Zwijger is a platform that is all about inspiring discussions, connections, creativity, bottom-up initiatives and innovation. The magic does not only happen on stage; the discussions and unexpected connections that follow are key for building the PDZ platform with new partnerships, festivals, research projects and social impact initiatives. Since PDZ opened its doors in September 2006, it has grown a big community that tunes in on a regular basis for network meetings, lectures, discussions and workshops that are linked to creation and social innovation.

WORM is an independent and forward-thinking arts venue that has a unique, contrary and inspiring presence in Rotterdam, the Netherlands and the world. We occupy a distinctive position in the cultural world thanks to our hybrid and decentralised approach, and the space we give to transdisciplinary artists. WORM has a strong reputation as an experimental culture house for music, film, club, art, talk, community and performance programs. Approximately 500 public activities take place in WORM every year. And with (for example) 140+ active radio makers and many small-scale community projects continually working in the building, it is almost impossible to fully encompass what WORM is. We can say it is a living creative entity. The unique composition of our organisation has created an extensive network over time, with many trusted personal contacts and organisations, worldwide. We are a partner for many (inter)national venues and festivals, but also, still, that first point of contact for grassroots and informal organisations.

Westergas Culture Park is an adventurous spot close to the heart of Amsterdam. A spacious urban park with renovated industrial buildings. Westergas provides space, new energy and inspiration to creative entrepreneurs and temporary tenants.