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Bosfest 2026 presents

Naaz

Foto van een jonge vrouw in een rode jurk

Naaz is a Dutch-Kurdish singer, producer, and writer. Raised in a refugee family, she found an outlet in songwriting from an early age. Many of the lyrics she wrote then are now tattooed on her body, serving as symbols of freedom.

During Bosfest, Naaz will perform an intimate concert among the trees of the Amsterdamse Bos.

Entirely self-taught as a songwriter, producer, and composer, Naaz released her debut project Bits of Naaz from her bedroom. Since then, she has toured Europe four times and become known for her powerful live vocals and intense, energetic, and heartfelt performances. With her unique fusion of English and Kurdish music, Naaz has earned praise from artists such as Elton John and Lana Del Rey.

Her independently released and critically acclaimed debut album Never Have I Ever marked both an artistic and personal rebirth. Her first Kurdish alt-pop single, Azadi, grew into an international anthem for women’s rights, particularly within the MENA diaspora, highlighting the impact of her outspoken voice.

Alongside her musical work, Naaz moves effortlessly between artistic disciplines. She recently composed music for theatre company Orkater, will soon take on a leading role in an opera at the Holland Festival, and is currently working on her debut novel. This cross-pollination between music, theatre, and literature forms the foundation of her strong sense of storytelling and emotional depth, giving her work an intimate and honest perspective.

Dates and times

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Ticket costs

  • Tickets
    € 12,50

Extra information

Bosfest Admission Ticket

This performance is part of Bosfest 2026. To attend the performance, you must also have a valid admission ticket for the Bosfest festival heart. Purchase your admission ticket here.

Performance Times

The listed performance times include the walk to and from the performance location and the Bosfest festival heart.

Language No Problem

As music takes centre stage in this performance, it is also suitable for audiences who do not speak Dutch.

Festival Schedule

View the Bosfest 2026 schedule here.

Wheelchair Access

Bosfest performances take place in the forest. We do our best to provide wheelchair spaces, but the natural surroundings can sometimes present challenges. Do you require a wheelchair space? Please email us at [email protected] with the date and time of your visit to Bosfest.

Details performance

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  • icoon van een hond
    Dogs on leash allowed
  • icoon van het woord ENG
    Language no problem
  • icoon van een persoon in een rolstoel
    Wheelchair Accessible

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