About
In this theatrical narrative, Ties Gijzel of Follow the Money takes you into the global food trade. It is part of Warming Up Festival at Tolhuistuin, Amsterdam, on 21 November 2026 at 12:00.
What to expect
This theatrical narrative by Ties Gijzel of Follow the Money uses audio clips and visuals to explore the global food trade.
Warming Up Festival focuses on solidarity instead of penance and makes room for imperfection, doubt and new forms of engagement.
- Hunger rises due to wars and extreme weather
- Cuts to food aid also play a role
- Food is used as a weapon and investment
- It asks why many young people tuned out
- Reasons include climate anxiety, guilt and mental exhaustion
- Festival spans three days: art, journalism, music, conversation
Questions
When does The Shadowy World of the Global Food Trade start and end?
The Shadowy World of the Global Food Trade runs Saturday, 21 November 2026, 12:00 until 13:00.
Where is The Shadowy World of the Global Food Trade?
The Shadowy World of the Global Food Trade takes place at Tolhuistuin, IJpromenade 2, Amsterdam.
What does Warming Up Festival question?
The festival asks why many people, especially young people, have tuned out.
Reasons include mental exhaustion, climate anxiety and guilt.
It points to a system that stresses individual responsibility while the biggest polluters and fossil fuel subsidies remain largely out of the spotlight.
It also notes that the climate movement can seem to demand perfection rather than participation.
How do I register and find the full programme?
Register via the registration link:
More information and the complete programme:
Amsterdam
Getting there
Tolhuistuin, IJpromenade 2, 1031 KT Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, NL
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