rot•zooi
In rot•zooi, a project that emerged from the aftermath of the childcare benefits scandal, seven young people from Rotterdam translate their personal stories into powerful art.
The result of their trajectory at Theater Rotterdam can be seen at the Kunsthal from Saturday, February 20, to Sunday, March 15, 2026. The exhibition features personal artworks that demonstrate resilience, creativity, and the drive to claim a platform to which they are entitled.
Since September 2025, young creatives Eleanor Boedhai, Allyssa Lopes Fortes, Xavira Latina, Rashwan Jogi, 746NESS, Risha Virginie and Chavelly Lopes Fortes have had the opportunity to create their own artwork as part of a paid programme. The artworks are created under intensive guidance of leading artists Stacii Samidin, Xaviera Altena, Sioe Jeng Tsao, Jane Stjeward-Schubert (Tailors & Wearers), Brian Elstak and Max Rijkers (Studio Glasrijk).
The exhibition at the Kunsthal demonstrates how personal experiences can evolve into powerful artistic statements. All works will be auctioned at Theater Rotterdam on Valentine's Day prior to the exhibition. All proceeds will benefit the artists themselves.
rot•zooi is an initiative of Theater Rotterdam, Stichting Schouders-Eronder and Reset Yourself, and is made possible by the Fund for Cultural Participation and the Municipality of Rotterdam.
All dates
From 20 February to 15 March
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