CHASING FLOWERS

11/9/2020
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11/10/2020
Saint-Niklaas
© Stefanos Tsivopoulos - still from 'History Zero' (2013)
© WARP - collegekerk Coup de Ville 2020
© WARP - Coup de Ville 2020
© WARP - collegekerk Coup de Ville 2020
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© WARP - Coup de Ville 2020
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The fourth edition of Coup de Ville took place between the 11th of September and the 11th of October 2020. This edition became - with the subtitle 'Chasing Flowers' - a pursuit of greenery and flowers.

The flower is especially a unique symbol that connects nature and culture. One can interpret the hunt for flowers literally, but the pursuit also exudes the desire for softer values in our society. How can we - through art - create a space where not only economic but also ecological and social values come to the fore? What can the aesthetic mean in this regard?

During this artistic walk you could discover historic buildings, unexpected locations, lee places or hidden gardens. With a variation from giant drawings to refined botanical miniatures, sculptures, paintings, photography or video, some thirty international artists brought you closer to the theme of 'Chasing Flowers'. They explored greenery and flowers in their art as symbols of softer values in our society. The exhibition played on one's imagination with a cocktail of questions.

Participating artists

Exhibitor:
Stef Van Bellingen
A.T. De Keersmaeker / Thierry De Mey
BE
)
Astrid Nobel
NL
)
Benny Luyckx
BE
)
Boris Beja
SI
)
Dirk Zoete
BE
)
Eric Joris / CREW
BE
)
Ermias Kifleyesus
ET/BE
)
Filip Vervaet
BE
)
Gabriela Ciancimino
IT
)
Grace Ellen Barkey
ID/BE
)
Greet Van Autgaerden
BE
)
Hélène Durand
BE
)
Ibe Ryde
BE
)
Jana Cordenier
BE
)
Jinoos Taghizadeh
IR
)
Koyuki Kazahaya
JP
)
Larissa Cluzet
FR
)
Laura Fitzgerald
IE
)
Lennart Rieder
DE
)
Lisa Matthys
BE
)
Lois Weinberger
AT
)
Maarten Vanden Eynde
BE
)
Marc Maet
BE
)
Maria Roosen
NL
)
Marie Cloquet
BE
)
Nadine Tasseel
BE
)
Nathalie Perret
CL/FR
)
Nick Ervinck
BE
)
Nilbar Güres
TR/AT
)
Nils Verkaeren
BE
)
Peter de Cupere
BE
)
Pieter Léon Vermeersch
BE
)
Robert Mitchell
GB
)
Sarah-Joy Zwarts
NL
)
Sofie Muller
BE
)
Stefan Bertalan
RO
)
Stefanos Tsivopoulos
GR/VS
)
Stéphanie Leblon
BE
)
Tom Woestenborghs
BE
)
Tuur en Flup Marinus
BE
)

Artists

Exhibitor:
Stef Van Bellingen
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Practical information

  • Coup de Ville 2024 — Artists & Athletes runs from April 13 to May 19, 2024
  • Open on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
  • The course exhibition consists of 9 locations in the heart of Sint-Niklaas.
  • There are 2 reception points: WARP, Apostelstraat 20 and GO schools | Noordlaan 34, behind the SNCB station (right next to the Bauhaus)
  • Tickets: 15 euro | Young people (12 to 22 years old) & chance card holders: 5 euro | Children under 12 years free
  • Koop je tickets ter plaatse in een onthaalpunt of online.
  • Betalen ter plaatse kan enkel met cash geld of payconiq.

OPGELET!

Het gesprek met Thomas Verstraeten op donderdag 16 mei wordt uitgesteld. Van zodra de nieuwe datum is vastgelegd, wordt deze informatie op onze website gepubliceerd.

Opening hours

How much time do I need to visit the full course?

This is, of course, different for everyone. We estimate that you will be able to fully visit the exhibition in just a few hours.

Can I spread my visit of the different locations over several days?

Yes, your trail ticket indicates our different locations. On this we will tick off the locations you have already visited.

Can you also visit Coup de Ville on public holidays?

Yes, you will be able to visit Coup de Ville on Thursday May 9th (Ascension Day) and we even open an extra day on Wednesday May 1st. On both holidays we will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

When can Coup de Ville be visited?

The exhibition period runs from Saturday, April 13th up to Sunday, May 19th 2024. It will be open on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on Wednesday, May 1 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Tickets

I cannot print my digital ticket. Is this a problem?

This is no problem at all. You can have your digital ticket scanned on your smartphone at one of our two reception points.

I have a digital entrance ticket. Can I visit all locations upon presentation of my digital ticket?

Each visitor starts their visit at one of our two reception points. There your digital entrance ticket will be scanned and in place you will receive a trail ticket with the walking route. On presentation of this trail ticket, you can enter anywhere.

Can I cancel my entrance ticket?

Unfortunately not, but you can probably make someone else happy with it.

Can I ask for an invoice for the tickets that I purchased online?

Unfortunately not. If you would like to receive an invoice for the admission tickets, please send an email with your billing details and the number of desired tickets to anne@warp-art.be. You will receive the tickets after the payment of the invoice.

How can I pay at the reception points?

You can pay in cash or with Payconiq.

I am unable to pay for my admission tickets online. What should I do?

Don't worry, you can purchase your admission tickets at one of our reception points on the day of your visit.

Where and how can I buy an admission ticket?

You can buy your ticket online via our ticket webshop. You will also have the opportunity to purchase your ticket at the reception on the day of your visit. Reservations for groups and guided tours need to be made via reservaties@warp-art.be

Are there any discounts?

Children age 11 and younger, accompanied by an adult, enjoy free admission. There is also a discount for people with a 'kansenpas'.

We deliberately kept the admission prices low and with your ticket you can also participate in various free side activities. WARP members always enjoy a discount on activities.

How much does an admission ticket cost?

For young people between 12 - 22 years old and people with a 'kansenpas', a ticket costs € 5. The price for adults is € 15.

Groups

Can I visit Coup de Ville with our class?

Definitely! Send an email to reservaties@warp-art.be. Students pay 5€ per admission ticket. A guided tour costs 100€ excluding VAT.

Can I book a nocturne for our group?

Nocturnes must always be requested through reservaties@warp-art.be. Please note that there will be an additional cost.

We would like to book a guided tour as a group.

You have to request or reserve your group visit through reservaties@warp-art.be. For a guided tour of approximately two hours, we ask € 100 excluding 21% VAT. In this case, the ticket price will be € 13 per person.

Guided tours

I would like to take a guided tour, but am not visiting Coup de Ville with a group. What are my options?

We organise guided tours for individuals at various times. Make sure to keep an eye on our program page for these dates.

Reservations

What activities will there be and can I make a reservation?

There is a lavish programme filled with lectures, performances, live interviews, artist talks, workshops and demonstrations. You can view the full programme here.

Do I have to register to attend the early afternoon interviews that take place at 'Schoenen Timmermans', Stationstraat 90?

No. This is not necessary, you are welcome on presentation of your exhibition ticket.

Is it necessary to let you know when I intend to visit Coup De Ville?

No, individual visitors do not need to reserve a time slot or date. For groups of 10 people or more, we do ask to make a reservation. Get in touch with reservaties@warp-art.be

Miscellaneous

Can I take photos during the exhibition?

Yes, photos for personal use are allowed. We even encourage you to share them on Facebook and Instagram to inspire friends. Don't forget to tag us!

Food and drinks?

You are always welcome to have a drink, coffee or tea at the WARP bar. The bar is always open until shortly before and after the exhibition opening hours. WARP also participates in the 'Warm Places' initiative. This is a place where everyone is welcome. Those with the means to do so can treat someone with a little less to a drink. And someone with a little less is welcome to consume one of the pre-treated drinks.

Portobelfino restaurant, open on Saturday and Sunday, https://www.portobelfino.be/

De Kopenhagen, open from Thu to Sun, https://www.tavernekopenhagen.be/

Bizzy Beloy, open from Thu to Sat from 5.30 pm and Sun from 12 noon, https://bizzybeloy.be/

Balls & Glory, open from Thu to Sun, https://ballsnglory.be/sint-niklaas/

Den Biko — breakfast & brunch, open Thu to Sun between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. https://www.denbiko.be/

Skippy's, open from Thu to Sat, between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. (Thu to 5 p.m.) https://www.skippys.be/

Met tijd en boterhammen, open from Thu to Sat from 5.30 pm https://www.mettijdenboterhammen.com/

Soep en Zoet, open from Thu to Sat between 9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. https://www.soepenzoet.be/

Where can I buy the Coup de Ville carafe?

The carafe will be available at the WARP reception point for the price of € 18.

Where can I buy the Coup de Ville art book?

The Coup de Ville 2024 art book will be available at both our reception points for the price of € 30.

Are there toilets on the trail?

Yes, these are free of charge and located at our reception points. WARP also has an accessible toilet and a nursing table.

Is an audio tour provided?

No. The necessary information boards are provided in the exhibition.

Is the trail accessible for wheelchair users and pushchairs?

Yes, with the exception of the location 'The Walvis' in the Ankerstraat and the first floor near WARP. Efforts have been made to make the course easily accessible.

Are the reception points easily accessible?

Yes, both reception points are easily accessible by public transport. If you come by train, it is best to start the course at the GO-Scholen reception point, this is only a two-minute walk from the back of the station. By bus, choose the stop 'Sint-Niklaas Grote Markt' and walk to WARP via the Sint-Nicolaasplein.

What is the starting location of the art trail?

You can start from on of the two reception points, from WARP, Apostelstraat 20 or from GO-Scholen, Noordlaan 34 (behind the SNCB station, right next to 't Bau-huis).