Concert

Srefidensi Dey: from roots to SuriPop

Wed 25 Nov · 19:00–20:30

About

A free lecture at Centrale Bibliotheek, Den Haag, on 25 November 2026 from 19:00 to 20:30. Singer Shaynah talks about Surinamese music, identity and her creative process.

What to expect

This lecture celebrates Srefidensi Dey, the day Suriname became independent in 1975, through Surinamese music cultures.

Singer Shaynah guides you through time
She explains music in Surinamese identity
She plays music fragments
SuriPop is a biennial Surinamese festival
Dutch singers with Surinamese roots shine there
Shaynah shares her own creative process
Theatre work blends styles from her youth
Photo: Floor Besuijen

Questions

When does Srefidensi Dey: from roots to SuriPop start and end?

Srefidensi Dey: from roots to SuriPop runs Wednesday, 25 November 2026, 19:00 until 20:30.

Where is Srefidensi Dey: from roots to SuriPop?

Srefidensi Dey: from roots to SuriPop takes place at Centrale Bibliotheek, Spui 68, Den Haag.

How much are tickets for Srefidensi Dey: from roots to SuriPop?

Srefidensi Dey: from roots to SuriPop is free to enter.

How do I register?

The event is free. Register via the Eventbrite page:

https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/srefidensi-dey-van-roots-tot-suripop-tickets-2002990837514

What is the lecture about?

It celebrates Srefidensi Dey, the day Suriname became independent in 1975, through Surinamese music cultures. Singer Shaynah takes you through time, explains how music movements are part of Surinamese identity, and plays music fragments.

What is SuriPop?

SuriPop is a biennial Surinamese festival. Dutch singers with Surinamese roots regularly shine there.

Surinamese events

Getting there

Centrale Bibliotheek, Spui 68, 2511 BT Den Haag, Zuid-Holland, NL

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