About
Close Encounter is an open rehearsal at Flagey in Elsene, starting 12 November 2026 at 12:00. More dates follow through June 2027.
What to expect
Close Encounter is an open rehearsal where you sit close to the orchestra and to the conductor, soloist or one of the musicians.
- Historical Studio 4 at Flagey
- You sit in the middle of the music
- Rehearsal content is not announced
Dates
Questions
When does Close Encounter start and end?
Close Encounter runs Thursday, 12 November 2026, 12:00 until 13:00.
Where is Close Encounter?
Close Encounter takes place at Flagey, Place Flagey Flageyplein, Ixelles.
How much are tickets for Close Encounter?
Tickets for Close Encounter cost €5 on the official ticket shop.
What is Close Encounter?
It is an open rehearsal at Flagey in Elsene, in the historical Studio 4.
You sit close to the music and to the conductor, soloist or one of the musicians.
The rehearsal content is not announced in advance.
Can I see what will be rehearsed?
No. The organizers say the rehearsal process cannot be predicted, so they cannot say now what will be rehearsed.
Which room is used?
The open rehearsal takes place in the historical Studio 4 at Flagey.
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Getting there
Flagey, Place Flagey Flageyplein, 1050 Ixelles, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, BE
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