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All STRTFSTVL artists of 2025 in one overview

This year, we had a successful festival in the center of Arnhem in August.
Have a look at the STRTFSTVL Arnhem 2025 aftermovie!

All the artists who performed in Arnhem, as well as those who were presented at the Showcase in February, are now listed on our website.
Check them out on the artists page and enjoy them again.
Want to see more? Our archive also features artists from previous years.

Surprise Effect (F) wins STRTPRIJS 2025!

After a successful weekend with dozens of performances in Arnhem city center by artists from all over Europe, it was time to wrap things up on Sunday evening at restaurant Flor Fina on the Korenmarkt.
More than 500 votes were cast on August 16 and 17. The STRTPRIJS 2025 has three clear winners! The prizes of € 625, € 1,250, and € 2,500 were presented by Ella from Flor Fina on behalf of sponsor Korenkwartier prior to the closing dinner for artists and various guests.

Monsieur & Die Dame am Klavier came in third place: "Facial expressions and piano accompaniment without words, yet very captivating. Nice interaction with the audience.
'I've never seen such a good performance. And the pantomime gestures were so good too. The piano playing was also very accurate, tailored, and beautiful. Thank you for that.'
Great show with humor and good music. It's like you're playing along in a silent movie.
'I haven't laughed so much in years. The lady always adapted the music to each situation.'
Second place went to Rangpang Circus with its new show ‘The Smallest Show On Earth’:
'Because as a child I always dreamed of being able to play such a “role”!
'I find it accessible, charming, funny, and moving circus theater.'
'This man is very good. He masters all the elements of an artist, but above all, his dynamic interaction with the audience and his humor are unparalleled.'
First prize went to Surprise Effect. This French trio had the audience on their feet and stole the show on Saturday and Sunday with their energetic, sympathetic, compelling, and spectacular mix of acrobatics and street dance.
'A truly amazing performance, fun interaction with the audience, beautiful message, and very impressive what they could all do.
‘Dance, fun interaction with the audience, humor ’
Fantastic in all areas!'
‘Just a top show and perfect interaction with the audience. Connecting People ’
'Sporty, spectacular, and good vibe'
We would like to thank the Arnhem audience. See you next year!