The Grand Pillow Society

The new season of The Grand Pillow Society is here, and we’ve got an incredible lineup of themes and dates to mark on your calendar! From deep dives Beyond Reality to stories that tug at your heartstrings, we’re ready to bring you cozy evenings filled with laughter, music, and unforgettable moments.

Check out the full season program below and get ready to reserve your spot for each magical night!

Each night, we’ll have dinner, stories, and music to warm your soul. Let’s make this season the most memorable one yet! See you on the Pillow Stage!

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And just like that, the night is over! Each storyteller took us beyond reality with their stories and each each song played on the heart strings. A huge thank you to our amazing storytellers and, of course, to the best audience in Groningen for joining us.

See you soon again on the Pillow Stage!

Bring your coziest vibes to The Grand Pillow Society by wearing your favorite socks to the Pillow Stage! Whether they're your lucky socks or just the fluffiest pair you own, slip them on, settle in, and let’s get comfy as we dive Beyond Reality together. There’s no place like home… or the Pillow Stage!

Which pair will you be rocking on 22 September? Let us know below! 👇

The Grand Pillow Society presents Beyond Reality!

Ready to leave the ordinary behind? Join us on 22 September for a night filled with stories, music, and dinner that will take you beyond the boundaries of reality. Dive into a world of imagination and human connection with fellow dreamers in the heart of Groningen.

Date: 22 September
🍽️ Dinner: 18:00
🎶 Stories & Music: 19:00

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The Grand Pillow Society is back!

As the days get cozier, we invite you to sink into the warmth of our pillows and join us for a new season of new experiences. Whether you’re seeking comfort, connection, or a story that stirs the soul, The Grand Pillow Society is your home away from home. 🧸

📖✨ We asked our talented storytellers the very question you pondered on our last post. Today, their answers unfold. Did your guesses match?

Write your own answer in the comments below! 🎭👇

What better thing to do after the hungover of Kinsday, Sunday evening than settle in pillows and listen to music and stories?

Come meet with new storytellers and musicians

Hope to see you there!

Many people talk about needing to rewrite old folk and fairy tales because they are so out-dated and perpetuate problematic stereotypes, like: men do the monster-slaying and women wait around helplessly hoping to be saved.

But here's the thing, we don't need to rewrite old tales, we can also choose to tell different ones. There are plenty of traditional stories out there where women do the monster-slaying for example.

So for International Women's Day, let's share more of these stories!

Folktales about women who slay monsters (International Women's Day) It has become tradition on the blog to post a collection of folktales for International Women's Day. I've had a different theme every year: ...

The Little Pillow Society - learn the art of storytelling

Maybe you already have a story, but want to know how it lands with others before sharing it widely.

- It could be that you're still too shy and want to feel more comfortable in front of strangers before opening your mouth.

- Or maybe you don't feel ready to do anything yet, but do want to be around storytellers and learn from them until you are ready.

Whatever the case, if you want to tell stories someday then the Little Pillow Society is for you.

Register by sending an email to: [email protected]

LOCATION

The Little House is located south of Stadspark, Groningen

Want to meet new folk? Chat with storytellers before the show? Or simply fill your belly before listening to stories and music? Then join us for our pre-show dinner! Always vegetarian with a vegan option. It's a a great way to meet new folk!

Make sure to book your dinner ticket on time! 

Let yourself be whisked away by hot & steamy stories and songs which comes with an adult-rated twist for this evening. And maybe even let the heat get you and tell a story yourself at the end of the night during our open mic set.

Stories by , , .nl &
Music by

Doors open for dinner: 18:00
Stories & music start: 19:00-21:30

Tickets show: € 5.
Tickets dinner+show: € 12

Want to start the evening with new friends and a full belly? Join us for our pre-show dinner at 18:00 (vegan options available) for just € 7 and meet our performers and other audience members before the show.

Want to tell a story, share a poem or play music at one of our nights? Please drop us a line! We love to welcome new talent.

Join us for a night of music and stories inspired by the theme Hot & Steamy.

Come kick off your shoes, settle into cozy pillows and let yourself be whisked away by hot & steamy stories and songs. And maybe even let the heat get you and tell a story yourself at the end of the night during our open mic set.

Stories by tba. Music by tba.

Doors open for dinner: 18:00 Stories & music start: 19:00-21:30

Throwback to a magical night at The Grand Pillow Society – where vulnerability, laughter, and every story whispered the promise of change. 🪶💫

Thank you so much for being here and making this amazing evening possible!

We invite storytellers and musicians to join our pillow stage in Groningen. 🌟✨ Share your tales or melodies – let's create memories together! DM to be part of the warmth.

Join us for a night of music and stories inspired by the theme Metamorphosis.

Come kick off your shoes, settle into cozy pillows and enjoy tales and songs and maybe even metamorphosize into a storyteller yourself and share a story at the end of the night during our open mic set.

Stories by Christine Fenech, Jeanet Landman, Igor Blumer and Xina Mercken.
Poetry by Romano Liu.
Music by Emma Lindgren & Victor Marichal.

Doors open for dinner: 18:00
Stories & music start: 19:00-21:00

Join us for a night of music and stories inspired by the theme Metamorphosis.

Come kick off your shoes, settle into cozy pillows and enjoy tales and songs and maybe even metamorphosize into a storyteller yourself and share a story at the end of the night during our open mic set.

Stories by Christine Fenech, Jeanet Landman, Igor Blumer and Xina Mercken.
Poetry by Romano Liu.
Music by Emma Lindgren & Victor Marichal.

Doors open for dinner: 18:00
Stories & music start: 19:00-21:30

Pillow movers wanted! 🛏💪 Volunteer with us and be a part of the behind-the-scenes magic. Drop us a line to join and be part of the storytelling crew! 📲✨

Grateful for every storyteller who graced our stage this year! 🌟 Your presence made each event unforgettable. We're brewing up more incredible stories for the New Year.

As the New Years getting closer, it is the perfect time to get cozy, share and listen stories that connects us and think what this new year might bring!

17 November, Sunday we are back again with some familiar and some new faces and stories.

Are you coming too?

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Music by .inc

As the year comes to an end share what you are most greatful for this year.

We are hreatful for all the amazing storytellers, musicians and the many new memories we made along the way together!

This Sunday, we are presenting a diverse line up of storytellers for you!

Marina Fortuna is coming back after a long break where she focussed on her thesis, which she successfully finished and defended.

Igor Blumer South African storyteller who has been on a break exploring poetry and we’re excited to have him back as a storyteller!

Jugal is a storyteller from India and likes to tell a blend of myths and personal stories. Previously he worked as a journalist and through his stories he tried to be a voice for the voiceless.

Karina comes from Brasil and brings many ancient traditional tales with her to us!

Mart Eerens is a musician, guitarist and songwriter known for his music that harkens back to the classic rock sounds of the 70s

Rob Venderbos is a storyteller who can be regularly seen at the pillow society and this Sunday he will be the host for the evening.

It almost time to kick your shoes off and settle on some comfy pillow to listen to stories and music

So, get you best sock ready!

The Imaginal Foundation is looking for a new Supervisory Board member. Imaginal supports performing artists and projects who's work broadens perspectives. Like the Pillow Society events.

Time investment is approx. 2 to 4 hours a month. Your main job would be to check that Xina (as director and who you know as initiator and host of the Pillow Society) is doing their job as they should. And give whatever input you have to help develop and support the foundation. Never been on a non-profit board before? The other board members are happy to support you and help you learn the ropes.

Interested or curious? Check out the link below or send Xina Mercken a DM more info. And please help spread the word and let others know we're looking too.
https://imaginalcreations.nl/imaginaly/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Vacature-Raad-van-Toezicht-1.pdf

Looking for a creative weekend with your kids?

We also have a Mini Pillow Society for kids over 6. Come sit on comfy pillows, kick your shoes off and enjoy a mini version of the Pillow Society.

An afternoon of children stories with lots of added fun, props and interactions.

Doors open for lunch: 14:45
Stories start: 15:00

See you there!

The best way to prepare for a journey is to have a full belly!

That is why before the stories and music we are having a vegan meal together around a table. Join us for a cozy dinner and get to know new folks, connect with them and get cozy for the show.

Dinner start at 18:00
Stories and Music starts at 19:00

If you like to join for dinner, make sure to get your ticket until Saturday.