Blah Blah Cafe, the Jean-Michel Jarre forum

[Dr_Jones]

yeah, the newsletter states this:

On 21 October 2026, Jarre will perform the ADE Opening Concert at AFAS Live in Amsterdam, with a special bespoke immersive show celebrating both 30 years of ADE and the 50th anniversary of Oxygène.

which makes me think it's a one-off. But if it's a Tour 2026 concert, it's danceable. But the ticket sales agency says it's seats only.

[Robi83]

yeah, the newsletter states this:

On 21 October 2026, Jarre will perform the ADE Opening Concert at AFAS Live in Amsterdam, with a special bespoke immersive show celebrating both 30 years of ADE and the 50th anniversary of Oxygène.

which makes me think it's a one-off. But if it's a Tour 2026 concert, it's danceable. But the ticket sales agency says it's seats only.

Then you throw away that seat.
Though seriously, I think this is going to be a one-man event again.

[Dr_Jones]

yeah, for something like the Amsterdam Dance Event, I expect a one man DJ-setup.

[Kanta]

Jean-Michel Jarre guest of honour for 30 YEARS ADE: Opening Concert, keynote interview and more
Monday, 09 March 2026
For the momentous 30 YEARS ADE, the legendary Jean-Michel Jarre returns as special guest of honor with an immersive Opening Concert at AFAS Live - presented by MOJO and Insomniac. ‘Oxygène & Beyond: A Sonic Journey Celebrating 30 Years of ADE’ kicks off the milestone anniversary on Wednesday, October 21st. The iconic musician has much more in store for ADE 2026, including an exclusive keynote interview at ADE Pro and more surprises to follow.
ADE 2026 marks a historic convergence in electronic music legacy; as ADE celebrates its 30-year anniversary, Jean-Michel Jarre reflects on the 50th anniversary of his iconic album Oxygène. This pioneering masterwork is recognised as a lasting artistic experiment that has stood the test of time, influencing generations of artists who have found their home at ADE over the past three decades.
Jean-Michel Jarre: ADE Opening Concert at AFAS Live
As part of ADE’s Opening Concerts, Jean-Michel Jarre returns to the Netherlands for an exclusive live performance at AFAS Live, presented by MOJO and Insomniac. This immersive show translates his legacy of large-scale spectacles into a cutting-edge live experience at one of Amsterdam’s staple venues.
“Electronic music, as well as ADE, has a history, a legacy and a future. The live show at ADE is going to celebrate its 30th anniversary, but also the 50th anniversary of Oxygène. I have the ambition to keep the suspense and go from one track to another, into a different atmosphere, different stage design, mapping, giant projections and architectures of lights and videos, to share that moment that can stay in your heart and your brain for the rest of your lives - This is the reason I’m so happy to be part of this celebration in 2026.” — Jean-Michel Jarre
Beyond the live concert, Jarre’s involvement in ADE 2026 bridges the origins and future of electronic music at ADE Pro with an exclusive keynote interview, alongside more surprises. From early studio experimentation to concerts that transformed entire cityscapes into shared listening spaces, his influence runs through half a century of the culture. As an artist who has always placed technology, light, and sound at the core of his work, Jarre is set to engage with the ADE community throughout the event’s program tracks. More details are soon to follow.

Source: https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en ... e/2797564/

[MarnixB]

It's all seats:

Premium Zitplaatsen: €159,32
Rang 2 - Zitplaatsen: €129,03
Rang 3 - Zitplaatsen: €98,74
Rang 4 - Zitplaatsen: €76,30
Rolstoel-/begeleidersplaatsen: €129,03

source: https://www.ticketmaster.nl/artist/jean ... extra-info

A full seated show at a dance event

[Dr_Jones]

Yeah, it made me giggle

[mrvisscher]

I'm very curious. Would be nice to see special guest Armin popping up at Stardust next to Jarre.
But probably wishfull thinking here.

Very much looking forward to the show. 3rd time close to my hometown in the AFAS Live / HMH

[Kanta]

[MarnixB]

Yes!! just bought a ticket in the pre-sale for Amsterdam!!

[mrvisscher]

I'm very curious. Would be nice to see special guest Armin popping up at Stardust next to Jarre.
But probably wishfull thinking here.

Very much looking forward to the show. 3rd time close to my hometown in the AFAS Live / HMH

Yes bought a ticket ROW 1 in front of the stage.
A supprise to me was that the concert is a seated concert.
And tickets more toward the back are more expensive.

[Dr_Jones]

Got two tickets: the seats in the back, behind the mixing table, in the middle. For best audio and a good overview

[MarnixB]

Got two tickets: the seats in the back, behind the mixing table, in the middle. For best audio and a good overview

Which row ? I'm sitting there also row 4 chair 43

[Dr_Jones]

Row 8, seat 34

[MarnixB]

Maybe because of ADE there is a guest appereance of Armin van Buuren during Jarre's show. Wishfull thinking ??

[Richard-Eastham]

Maybe this is going to be a warm-up show in Amsterdam, for '27 Oxygene tour.

Aero Productions, anyway, released a newsletter, about this very event also the other 2026 dates. I emailed them it's Jazz Open Modena this year, not Stuttgart.....

Is that why an updated newsletter was issued today, with corrected information? Because you emailed them?!