Venues at the Heart of Culture: The Vital Role of Venues in Europe’s Music Scene

Moderator: Tom Bonte (Ancienne Belgique (AB), BE)
Speakers: Davide Ragazzoni (Santeria Milano, IT), Magdalena Šetka Jelković (Azimut, HR), Max Lagewaard (Melkweg, NL), Petra Ludvíková (Palác Akropolis, CZ)
Venue: Azimut
Date: 12.09.2025.
Time: 12:15 – 13:00
Topic info: Concert venues are much more than just places where music happens — they are cultural engines, community builders, and safe spaces for artistic expression. From DIY clubs to renowned institutions, this panel brings together key voices from across Europe to discuss the everyday realities of running a venue: the challenges they face, the stories that inspire, and the vital role they play in shaping local and international music ecosystems.

Venues at the Heart of Culture: The Vital Role of Venues in Europe’s Music Scene

Moderator: Tom Bonte (Ancienne Belgique (AB), BE)
Speakers: Davide Ragazzoni (Santeria Milano, IT), Magdalena Šetka Jelković (Azimut, HR), Max Lagewaard (Melkweg, NL), Petra Ludvíková (Palác Akropolis, CZ)
Venue: Azimut
Date: 12.09.2025.
Time: 12:15 – 13:00
Topic info: Concert venues are much more than just places where music happens — they are cultural engines, community builders, and safe spaces for artistic expression. From DIY clubs to renowned institutions, this panel brings together key voices from across Europe to discuss the everyday realities of running a venue: the challenges they face, the stories that inspire, and the vital role they play in shaping local and international music ecosystems.