Dutch rock legends The Gathering are set to mark the 30th anniversary of their groundbreaking “Mandylion” album with two exclusive reunion concerts at Doornroosje in Nijmegen, Netherlands. Scheduled for Friday, August 29, and Saturday, August 30, 2025, these shows will bring together the iconic lineup that originally recorded the album, including renowned vocalist Anneke Van Giersbergen. Fans will be treated to the complete Mandylion tracklist alongside other beloved songs from The Gathering’s Anneke era.
The band shared their enthusiasm, stating: “After so many years, we are very excited to celebrate this anniversary together, an album that still means so much to us.”
The concerts will feature an ensemble of musicians cherished by fans:
- Anneke Van Giersbergen / Vocals
- Hugo Prinsen Geerligs / Bass
- Frank Boeijen / Keyboards, backing vocals
- Hans Rutten / Drums
- René Rutten / Guitar
- Jelmer Wiersma / Guitar
Tickets will go on sale Friday, December 13, at 10:00 CET via the Doornroosje website.
This isn’t the first time The Gathering has celebrated their legacy at Doornroosje. In November 2014, they commemorated their 25th anniversary with a unique performance that brought together every member of the band’s history spanning 1989 to 2014.
