Josje Huisman Returns to K3 for Studio 100 Singalong in Symphony
Josje Huisman will make a one-time return to K3 for the Studio 100 Singalong in Symphony, replacing Hanne Verbruggen during her maternity leave. The event, scheduled for December, marks Huisman’s first public K3 appearance in over a decade. The singer, who left the group in 2016, described the opportunity as “a superleuke kans die ik niet mag laten schieten.”
Exactly 17 years after her K2 zoekt K3 debut, Huisman returns to the Studio 100 podium for the December event, which will take place in the AFAS Dome in Antwerp and the Rotterdam Ahoy. The concert will feature a 58-piece symphony orchestra and a lineup of Studio 100 stars, including Samson & Marie, Kabouter Plop, Piet Piraat, Jelle Cleymans, Eugène Van Leemhuyzen, and Alberto, as reported by Source 2. “Ik denk dat de huidige K3-meiden het intussen normaal vinden om af en toe naast iemand anders te staan op een podium, maar voor mij voelt het wel apart,” Huisman said, reflecting on the shift in the group’s dynamics. “Ik heb eigenlijk niet het gevoel dat ik weg ben geweest,” she added, though she noted changes in the Studio 100 building, including new paint and posters featuring current members Hanne Verbruggen, Marthe De Pillecyn, and Julia Boschman.
Fans Await Return
The Studio 100 Singalong in Symphony will take place in the AFAS Dome in Antwerp and the Rotterdam Ahoy, featuring a 58-piece symphony orchestra and a lineup of Studio 100 stars. Huisman will perform alongside current K3 members Marthe De Pillecyn and Julia Boschman, with the show celebrating 30 years of Studio 100 hits. “I heb geen seconde getwijfeld,” Huisman said, highlighting her immediate acceptance of the role.
Onstage, Huisman will join presenters Gert Verhulst and James Cooke, who will guide audiences through three decades of Studio 100 memories. The event will include both classic and new material, with Huisman performing songs from her K3 era and newer tracks. “De muren kregen een nieuw likje verf én op de posters prijken Hanne, Marthe en Julia als K3’tjes,” Huisman noted, describing the evolution of the Studio 100 space.
From K3 to Entrepreneurship: A Career Shift
Huisman’s career since leaving K3 in 2016 has included motherhood, a book release, and launching a nutrition supplement business.
Since her departure, Huisman has balanced family life with creative projects. She became a mother to two sons, released a book, and transitioned into content creation. She also launched solo music projects and runs a business in nutrition supplements. “Toen ik in 2018 in verwachting raakte, heb ik een stap teruggenomen,” she explained, reflecting on her career choices. “Tijdens de coronaperiode bleef het ook rustig.”
Marthe De Pillecyn Expresses Excitement
Marthe De Pillecyn, a current K3 member, shared her enthusiasm for Huisman’s participation, calling her “de persoon die al vanaf moment 1 in mij geloofde.” De Pillecyn’s comments reflect the camaraderie between former and current K3 members. Huisman’s role is strictly temporary.
Marthe De Pillecyn reacted to the news on social media, posting a photo with Julia Boschman, Hanne Verbruggen, and Huisman. “De persoon die al vanaf moment 1 in mij geloofde,” she wrote, expressing her excitement. She also noted that Klaasje Meijer had temporarily replaced her during her maternity leave last summer, a precedent for Huisman’s current role. “Ik kijk er super hard naar uit om het podium samen te delen,” De Pillecyn said, highlighting the significance of Huisman’s return.
Historical Context: K3’s Evolution
Between 2009 and 2016, Huisman was part of K3 alongside Karen Damen and Kristel Verbeke. Huisman’s return aligns with a trend of former members participating in special events, such as Klaasje Meijer’s temporary replacement of Marthe De Pillecyn last summer. The Singalong event will feature both classic and new material.
After her departure, the group continued with new members, while Huisman pursued individual projects.
What Comes Next for Huisman?
Huisman’s participation is limited to the Singalong, with no plans for further K3 involvement.
Despite her nostalgia for the group, Huisman emphasized that her return is a one-off event. She also noted that she may require extra rehearsals compared to current members Marthe and Julia, as she prepares to rejoin the group for the event.
Josje Huisman Replaces Hanne Verbruggen for Singalong Event
Why is Josje Huisman returning to K3?
Huisman is replacing Hanne Verbruggen, who is on maternity leave, for the Studio 100 Singalong in Symphony. She accepted the role “without a seconde getwijfeld.”
How long will Huisman be part of K3?
Her participation is strictly temporary, limited to the Singalong event.
What other K3 members will perform?
Current members Marthe De Pillecyn and Julia Boschman will join Huisman, alongside Studio 100 stars such as Samson & Marie, Kabouter Plop, Piet Piraat, Jelle Cleymans, Eugène Van Leemhuyzen, and Alberto.
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