Svaneke

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– A heartwarming performance about finding yourself

The theatrical production Tak for livet (Thank You for Life) is intended for an adult audience and is written and performed by Sigurd Barrett. The performance is based on his autobiography Sigurd, Tak for livet, published by Politikens Forlag in November 2025.

Sigurd takes the audience back to a childhood shaped by adoption and feelings of inadequacy. We follow his struggle to build a career in music and his efforts to balance a busy professional life with family responsibilities – first as a father of five children and later of two more.

Tak for livet is a performance about love, marriage, divorce, falling in love and raising children – and about Sigurd's lifelong search for his biological father and his own identity.

The music, composed by Sigurd Barrett, takes the audience on a musical journey through the years 1967–2026.

A deeply personal and remarkably honest musical theatre performance, in which Sigurd engages the audience through his lively and moving storytelling.

About the performance

Producer: Louise Schouw Teater
Performer: Sigurd Barrett – one man and his life
Director: Louise Schouw
Duration: 1 hour and 40 minutes

About the book

Sigurd, Tak for livet tells the story of Sigurd, a household name throughout Denmark, whose life has largely revolved around children – his own seven children and the millions of children he has reached through music and storytelling.

It is a deeply personal account of being adopted at birth, growing up with loving adoptive parents and finding his biological mother at the age of 23. It tells the story of balancing private life and a career, of growing up with faith in God but not finding faith in himself until the age of 50.

And it is the story of his search for his biological father, to whom he longed to say three simple words: THANK YOU FOR LIFE.

Admission

Standard ticket: DKK 185
Seniors (65+): DKK 150
Under 25s: DKK 100

All prices include booking fees.

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– Tunes of Tomorrow

Sandløber draws inspiration from Nordic jazz, but their music reaches beyond the genre, incorporating elements of alternative pop and rock. The result is an atmospheric sound that feels both intimate and expansive, melodic and experimental. With an approach to instrumental music that "speaks a language everyone can understand", they aim to bridge the gap between jazz's rich traditions and new listeners who may not yet be familiar with the genre.

In spring 2025, Sandløber released their debut EP, Gensyn, which received praise from P8 JAZZ and Danish music blogs. Following the release, the band toured Denmark, performing their music live, including an appearance in the Jazzkonkurrencen competition that spring. Alongside their live performances, the band has been working on their debut album, which is expected to be released in 2026.

Price
Members of Svanekegaardens Venner: DKK 75
Standard ticket: DKK 175
Tickets at the door: DKK 225

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– New Nordic jazz with depth, intimacy and sonic poetry

Trombonist Lis Wessberg and vocalist Veronika Rud come together in a captivating musical world where the melancholy of jazz, Nordic lyricism and improvisation blend into a vibrant and moving concert experience. Drawing on Wessberg's cinematic and atmospheric compositions, the two artists create a sound that moves between the intimate and the expressive – the delicate and the powerful.

Lis Wessberg has long been one of Denmark's most prominent jazz musicians, earning widespread acclaim for her releases with the band Yellow Map. The albums Yellow Map (2021) and Twain Walking (2024) have both received five-star reviews in Denmark and internationally. Her warm, expressive trombone playing combines influences from Miles Davis and Chet Baker with modern soundscapes reminiscent of Talk Talk.

Veronika Rud is a singer and composer based in Aarhus. She is known for her warm voice, commanding stage presence and ability to blend melancholy with playfulness. Her debut EP, released in 2024, attracted considerable attention and received extensive airplay on P8 Jazz. Through her collaboration with Wessberg, she brings a new vocal dimension to an already rich musical landscape.

On stage, they are joined by an outstanding ensemble featuring some of Denmark's most experienced and charismatic musicians:

Steen Rasmussen – piano
Jesper Thorn – bass
Jeppe Gram – drums

Together, they create a compelling concert experience filled with melodic trombone lines, expressive vocal storytelling and an atmosphere that ranges from deeply lyrical to intensely captivating.

Lis Wessberg feat. Veronika Rud released the album In The Wake of Blue on April Records in spring 2026.

Price
Standard ticket: DKK 180
Members of Svanekegaardens Venner: DKK 160
Under 25s: DKK 100
All prices include booking fees.

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– This Far and a Little Further

Shall we put on a Cabaret this year?

Are we getting too old for this?

Can you even say anything these days without a shitstorm following?

Yes, we shall, we couldn't care less, and no, you can't!

Luckily, we're still completely immune to storm warnings, and once again we've put together a Cabaret with a guaranteed chance of offending someone and plenty of madcap antics, covering everything from garden gnomes to freebirth.

Our talented writer and prompter, Ingrid Larsen, has retired, so several of us have had to dust off our keyboards and throw in our two cents to help Svaneke Cabaret 2026 get off the ground.

Peter Haase is a newcomer at the keyboard, Lars Nørgård is back at the keys, and Maria Vogter brings a fresh, younger touch both on stage and behind the keyboard. Gitte Helle is still our set designer and has also been promoted to prompter. Otherwise, it's business as usual – Helle, Aja, Nina, Stina, Cecilie, Jørgen and Michael on stage, while Niels, Søren and Jeannette are doing something or other with the music.

The Cabaret runs Friday to Sunday, 13, 14 and 15 November and again on 20, 21 and 22 November 2026, at 7:30 pm.

So mark your calendars – we can't wait!

Price
Standard ticket: DKK 130
The price includes the booking fee.

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– This Far and a Little Further

Shall we put on a Cabaret this year?

Are we getting too old for this?

Can you even say anything these days without a shitstorm following?

Yes, we shall, we couldn't care less, and no, you can't!

Luckily, we're still completely immune to storm warnings, and once again we've put together a Cabaret with a guaranteed chance of offending someone and plenty of madcap antics, covering everything from garden gnomes to freebirth.

Our talented writer and prompter, Ingrid Larsen, has retired, so several of us have had to dust off our keyboards and throw in our two cents to help Svaneke Cabaret 2026 get off the ground.

Peter Haase is a newcomer at the keyboard, Lars Nørgård is back at the keys, and Maria Vogter brings a fresh, younger touch both on stage and behind the keyboard. Gitte Helle is still our set designer and has also been promoted to prompter. Otherwise, it's business as usual – Helle, Aja, Nina, Stina, Cecilie, Jørgen and Michael on stage, while Niels, Søren and Jeannette are doing something or other with the music.

The Cabaret runs Friday to Sunday, 13, 14 and 15 November and again on 20, 21 and 22 November 2026, at 7:30 pm.

So mark your calendars – we can't wait!

Price
Standard ticket: DKK 130
The price includes the booking fee.

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– This Far and a Little Further

Shall we put on a Cabaret this year?

Are we getting too old for this?

Can you even say anything these days without a shitstorm following?

Yes, we shall, we couldn't care less, and no, you can't!

Luckily, we're still completely immune to storm warnings, and once again we've put together a Cabaret with a guaranteed chance of offending someone and plenty of madcap antics, covering everything from garden gnomes to freebirth.

Our talented writer and prompter, Ingrid Larsen, has retired, so several of us have had to dust off our keyboards and throw in our two cents to help Svaneke Cabaret 2026 get off the ground.

Peter Haase is a newcomer at the keyboard, Lars Nørgård is back at the keys, and Maria Vogter brings a fresh, younger touch both on stage and behind the keyboard. Gitte Helle is still our set designer and has also been promoted to prompter. Otherwise, it's business as usual – Helle, Aja, Nina, Stina, Cecilie, Jørgen and Michael on stage, while Niels, Søren and Jeannette are doing something or other with the music.

The Cabaret runs Friday to Sunday, 13, 14 and 15 November and again on 20, 21 and 22 November 2026, at 7:30 pm.

So mark your calendars – we can't wait!

Price
Standard ticket: DKK 130
The price includes the booking fee.

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– This Far and a Little Further

Shall we put on a Cabaret this year?

Are we getting too old for this?

Can you even say anything these days without a shitstorm following?

Yes, we shall, we couldn't care less, and no, you can't!

Luckily, we're still completely immune to storm warnings, and once again we've put together a Cabaret with a guaranteed chance of offending someone and plenty of madcap antics, covering everything from garden gnomes to freebirth.

Our talented writer and prompter, Ingrid Larsen, has retired, so several of us have had to dust off our keyboards and throw in our two cents to help Svaneke Cabaret 2026 get off the ground.

Peter Haase is a newcomer at the keyboard, Lars Nørgård is back at the keys, and Maria Vogter brings a fresh, younger touch both on stage and behind the keyboard. Gitte Helle is still our set designer and has also been promoted to prompter. Otherwise, it's business as usual – Helle, Aja, Nina, Stina, Cecilie, Jørgen and Michael on stage, while Niels, Søren and Jeannette are doing something or other with the music.

The Cabaret runs Friday to Sunday, 13, 14 and 15 November and again on 20, 21 and 22 November 2026, at 7:30 pm.

So mark your calendars – we can't wait!

Price
Standard ticket: DKK 130
The price includes the booking fee.

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– This Far and a Little Further

Shall we put on a Cabaret this year?

Are we getting too old for this?

Can you even say anything these days without a shitstorm following?

Yes, we shall, we couldn't care less, and no, you can't!

Luckily, we're still completely immune to storm warnings, and once again we've put together a Cabaret with a guaranteed chance of offending someone and plenty of madcap antics, covering everything from garden gnomes to freebirth.

Our talented writer and prompter, Ingrid Larsen, has retired, so several of us have had to dust off our keyboards and throw in our two cents to help Svaneke Cabaret 2026 get off the ground.

Peter Haase is a newcomer at the keyboard, Lars Nørgård is back at the keys, and Maria Vogter brings a fresh, younger touch both on stage and behind the keyboard. Gitte Helle is still our set designer and has also been promoted to prompter. Otherwise, it's business as usual – Helle, Aja, Nina, Stina, Cecilie, Jørgen and Michael on stage, while Niels, Søren and Jeannette are doing something or other with the music.

The Cabaret runs Friday to Sunday, 13, 14 and 15 November and again on 20, 21 and 22 November 2026, at 7:30 pm.

So mark your calendars – we can't wait!

Price
Standard ticket: DKK 130
The price includes the booking fee.

– An exhibition by James Thomas

Born in Wales and a long-time resident of Bornholm, James Thomas is perhaps best known for his career in music, having written and produced songs for international artists including CHER and Beth Hart. Yet painting has remained a constant throughout his life – a first love that began in childhood and has now returned to the heart of his artistic practice.

James Thomas' artistic talent was recognised at an early age. In 1976, when he was just eleven years old, one of his works was selected for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition in London. At fourteen, he began studying art at Dyfed College of Art and Design in Wales. He was later accepted into St Martin’s School of Art in London but chose to leave his studies to pursue a career in music.

Limited Palette, presented at Svanekegaarden, marks James Thomas' first solo exhibition. Created in 2026, the works reveal a new direction in his painting, moving towards a more expressive and intuitive visual language.

The title Limited Palette reflects both James Thomas' approach to colour and his close connection to the Bornholm landscape. A particular source of inspiration has been his love for the local beach at Sose, where the subtle shades of sand meet the intense depth of Prussian blue. This restricted palette becomes a starting point for works in which gesture, texture and emotion take precedence over purely representational painting.

The result is a series of works that exist somewhere between landscape and abstraction, where a place is not simply observed but equally experienced and felt.

Price: DKK 30.00
Free admission for children and members of Svanekegaardens Venner

– This Far and a Little Further

Shall we put on a Cabaret this year?

Are we getting too old for this?

Can you even say anything these days without a shitstorm following?

Yes, we shall, we couldn't care less, and no, you can't!

Luckily, we're still completely immune to storm warnings, and once again we've put together a Cabaret with a guaranteed chance of offending someone and plenty of madcap antics, covering everything from garden gnomes to freebirth.

Our talented writer and prompter, Ingrid Larsen, has retired, so several of us have had to dust off our keyboards and throw in our two cents to help Svaneke Cabaret 2026 get off the ground.

Peter Haase is a newcomer at the keyboard, Lars Nørgård is back at the keys, and Maria Vogter brings a fresh, younger touch both on stage and behind the keyboard. Gitte Helle is still our set designer and has also been promoted to prompter. Otherwise, it's business as usual – Helle, Aja, Nina, Stina, Cecilie, Jørgen and Michael on stage, while Niels, Søren and Jeannette are doing something or other with the music.

The Cabaret runs Friday to Sunday, 13, 14 and 15 November and again on 20, 21 and 22 November 2026, at 7:30 pm.

So mark your calendars – we can't wait!

Price
Standard ticket: DKK 130
The price includes the booking fee.

– Tunes of Tomorrow

With an energetic and modern take on grunge, heavy metal, skater punk and rock’n’roll, Ashes of Billy manage to combine the raw energy of youth with musical maturity – despite being just 17, 17 and 18 years old.

The trio, consisting of Daniel Aabenhus Hermann (guitar/vocals), Anton Stampe (bass) and Johan Borgaa (drums), have released three EPs since their debut in 2022 and have been working on a series of single releases, including Burned Out, Don’t Let Go, Never Gonna Get Me and Bleed (released in June 2025).

Their single Feel You Around also reached number five on Spotify Viral 50 DK, an algorithm-driven playlist featuring the 50 most shared and talked-about songs in Denmark – and it's pretty rare for rock music to make an appearance there at all!

In addition, Danish rock radio station MyRock has five of the band's songs in regular rotation, while P6 Beat, the world's best heavy metal programme Sort Søndag, and Alex Nyborg's Radio Mars also play AOB.

Despite an average age of around 18, the guys have already secured professional management with Prime Collective and representation by the well-established booking agency PDH.

And besides performing on some of the biggest stages, they have also supported bands such as Psyched Up Janis and Siamese – on 1 August 2025, they supported the legendary Ugly Kid Joe.

Ashes of Billy have more than just ambition – they have the talent and the audience to match. With thousands of streams, relentless hard work and a growing fan base on social media, they are cementing their position as one of the most exciting new voices in Danish rock.

STANDING CONCERT – NO SEATED AUDIENCE

The concert is organised by Tunes of Tomorrow in collaboration with Musikhuzet and Svanekegaarden.

Watch Ashes of Billy on YouTube

Price
Standard ticket: DKK 150
Early Bird (first 30 days): DKK 75
Tickets at the door: DKK 175
Organiser fee for Tunes of Tomorrow: DKK 50

– Find your Christmas gifts

In 2026, Svaneke Torvefolk and their guests return to the charming Svanekegaarden for all four Advent weekends. You'll find jewellery, arts and crafts, concrete figures, knitwear and much more. Stop by and discover some lovely Christmas gifts!

There's Christmas cheer for everyone – children can explore the children's table and the red suitcases, perhaps find a book they'd like, while enjoying a cup of mulled wine and some traditional Danish æbleskiver (round pancake treats).

We hope to see you for some wonderful market days at Svanekegaarden!

Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November, 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December, 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 December, 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 December, 11:00 am–4:00 pm

Price
Free admission.

– Mansöngvar – unplugged

Mansöngvar is an old Old Norse word for love poems – and love songs. It is also the title of Jón Hallur Stefánsson's double LP, released in 2025, which was named Singer-Songwriter Album of the Year by Morgunblaðið, Iceland's largest newspaper.

For this intimate, unplugged concert at Svanekegaarden, the piano takes centre stage. Jón performs a selection of his songs, singing and playing piano, accompanied by cellist Anja Zdyb Lillemæhlum. The songs are in Icelandic, but throughout the concert Jón Hallur will share stories about the lyrics and experiment a little more than usual with translations.

Jón Hallur, who lives in Svaneke, has his musical roots in folk, art rock and punk, as well as Reykjavík's underground music scene of the 1970s. He has also explored rock and pop, while his work as a writer and poet clearly shines through in his music. Writing about the songs on Mansöngvar, Arnar Eggert Thoroddsen of Morgunblaðið says:

“The lyrics are wonderful, as are the little glimpses of everyday life, and the music is beautifully crafted … This is singer-songwriter music led by Jón Hallur's gentle, warm and slightly rough voice. The songs are melodic and melancholic, yet far from ordinary … There is a distinctly Scandinavian depth to the sound, somehow, while the atmosphere also recalls American indie music from the 1990s. Jeff Mangum (Neutral Milk Hotel), Will Oldham and Robert Pollard (Guided by Voices). Tom Waits and Bob Dylan are not far away either.”

Copies of the double LP Mansöngvar will be available to purchase at the concert. On the album, Jón Hallur is accompanied by his brother Hermann on bass and guitar, his son Dagur on theremin, and an impressive line-up of musicians. These include former Sugar Cubes bassist Bragi Ólafsson, cellist Gyða Valtýsdóttir (Múm) and drummer Ólafur Björn Ólafsson (Sigur Rós and others), who also produced the album.

Listen and enjoy on YouTube
Listen to Mansöngvar

Price
All tickets: DKK 80
The price includes the booking fee.

– Find your Christmas gifts

In 2026, Svaneke Torvefolk and their guests return to the charming Svanekegaarden for all four Advent weekends. You'll find jewellery, arts and crafts, concrete figures, knitwear and much more. Stop by and discover some lovely Christmas gifts!

There's Christmas cheer for everyone – children can explore the children's table and the red suitcases, perhaps find a book they'd like, while enjoying a cup of mulled wine and some traditional Danish æbleskiver (round pancake treats).

We hope to see you for some wonderful market days at Svanekegaarden!

Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November, 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December, 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 December, 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 December, 11:00 am–4:00 pm

Price
Free admission.