The Leidse Schouwburg is Leiden's municipal theatre, housed in a listed building on the Aalmarkt. Its programme spans drama, music theatre, cabaret and dance. The main auditorium has a classic interior and seats several hundred people.
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Kasper van der Laan tries out his new stand-up show 'Ruim' at Leidse Schouwburg.
Henry van Loon returns with his theatre show 'Keanu' to Leiden. A reprise of the earlier production.
Dutch cabaret artist Ronald Goedemondt brings his new show 'My Dear Suspicion' to Leiden, packed with humour and witty social commentary.
Theatre company Tafel van Vijf stages 'Mata Hari Returns' at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Nicole Beutler Projects brings the theatre production 'Room in our house' to the stage.
Theatergroep Domino presents 'Hartfalen' at the Ongekend Talent festival in Leiden's historic theatre.
A stage adaptation of 'The Little Prince' at Leidse Schouwburg, designed for children aged 8 and older.
Jandino celebrates his anniversary with a major comedy show at Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Timebox performs a theatrical show about their British years as part of the Beleef 't Overdag programme at the Leidse Schouwburg.
Helga Salemon explores Russian politics and power structures to understand what motivates Vladimir Putin in this analytical lecture.
NANOEK brings the American rock musical 'Next to Normal' to Leiden, with Willemijn Verkaik in the lead. An intense production about a family struggling with mental health.
Jeroens Clan brings the theatre show JUK, packed with humour and energy, to the Leidse Schouwburg.
Silke van Kamp presents the theatre production 'I Like Art and Art Likes Me' by Het Zuidelijk Toneel at the Leidse Schouwburg.
Dutch singer-songwriter Maaike Ouboter performs a live concert of her own songs at the Leidse Schouwburg.
Theater Artemis and Benjamin Verdonck present a performance for children aged 8 and up exploring life and death.
Merijn Scholten brings his show 'Lemming' back to the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
De Hoe presents their theatrical production DE SITCOM, a comedic and original show at the Leidse Schouwburg.
Jan Beuving brings his new show 'Dekpunt' to the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Theater Sonnevanck's theatrical performance for children aged 6+ explores the quest to find a superhuman.
Boban Braspenning presents his newest show 'Bruto' at Leidse Schouwburg.
NITE presents the theatrical play 'Oersoep' at the Leidse Schouwburg. A production by the theatre company NITE.
A theatre production exploring brotherhood and masculinity at Leidse Schouwburg.
Roxeanne Hazes brings her show '... Met Heimwee' to the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
A theatre performance for children aged 8 and up by George Tobal and De Krakeling, starring Samar and a fearful king.
Theater Oostpool presents 'The Drama' at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
De RègÒhs brings their Hague roots to Leiden with the musical show 'Greetings from The Hague' at Leidse Schouwburg.
Dutch cycling legend Joop Zoetemelk, the sole Dutch winner of the Tour de France, reflects on his remarkable career and greatest achievements.
Bureau Vergezicht and Theater Rotterdam collaborate on the theatre production 'A Bigger Story' at the Leidse Schouwburg.
Barry Badpak brings his chaotic Christmas revue to the Leidse Schouwburg, an absurd spectacle packed with jokes and surprising turns.
A theatre performance that invites audiences to rediscover wonder and amazement in the world around them.
The National Theatre presents Mefisto, a theatrical production at the Leidse Schouwburg.
A theatre production by Collectief T&T and Via Rudolphi Producties, presented at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Denden Karadeniz, Zero Dance Theatre and AAO bring together dance, music and theatre in a collaborative evening exploring the theme of 'Ghosts'.
Joep van Deudekom and Rob Urgert host their annual New Year's Eve quiz featuring comedy, live music and interactive audience participation.
Dutch stand-up comedian Dolf Jansen brings his show 'Shameless' to the Leidse Schouwburg on New Year's Eve.
Dutch cabaret performer Sjaak Bral takes his final bow with Farewell 2026 at the Leidse Schouwburg.
The National Theatre presents its production 'Seagull' at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Mell VF and Lo van Gorp present their musical partnership in a soulful evening at Leidse Schouwburg.
Theatre company De Verleiders performs their production 'Zoek dekking' at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Two Dutch performers bring their theatrical production 'Waiting for Death' to the stage in Leiden.
Paul de Leeuw and Annick Boer perform the theatre show 'We Are Family' at Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Fay Claassen and the Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw present a concert of jazz standards and classic pieces.
Dunja JociΔ and Spellbound Contemporary Ballet blend traditional folk dance with modern choreography in this striking performance.
Maas theater en dans brings the children's theatre production 'Huisje Boompje Beestje' to Leiden. A playful performance for children aged 6 and up.
ZO! Gospel Choir presents a festive programme of gospel music and Christmas carols at Leidse Schouwburg.
A traditional Dutch celebration where groups of children go door-to-door singing to collect sweets and money.
Improvisational comedy duo Andries Tunru and Stefan Hendrikx bring their New Year's Eve extravaganza to Leiden's historic theatre.
The two neighbours Buurman & Buurman invite children aged 4+ to a musical and dance-filled celebration in Leiden.
A cheerful musical for toddlers and preschoolers from age 4 at the Leidse Schouwburg.
Toneelmakerij and DOX bring the classic tale of Alice in Wonderland to the stage for children aged 8 and older.
Van der Laan & Woe brings a theatre performance to the Leidse Schouwburg on a Tuesday afternoon.
Karin Bloemen brings her show 'Renaissance 2.0' to the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
The classic comedy Boeing Boeing starring Loiza Lamers and Thomas Cammaert at Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Dutch comedians Bert Visscher and Martin van Waardenberg test their new show 'The Sunshine Boys' in Leiden.
Dutch cabaret performer Wim Helsen brings back his show 'Welkom Ongemak' in a reprise performance at the Leidse Schouwburg.
Danish singer-songwriter Paskal Jakobsen performs an intimate solo concert at Leidse Schouwburg.
Igone de Jongh leads a Renaissance masterclass at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Dutch stand-up comedian Marjolijn van Kooten presents her comedy show 'It Won't Be My Fault' at the Leidse Schouwburg.
Four cabaret performers take the stage together in Leiden with their show 'All History Ever', a humorous take on history and culture.
Dutch cabaret artist Micha Wertheim brings his show 'Voor Iedereen' back to Leiden for an evening of sharp wit and social commentary.
Two Dutch comedians, Remko Vrijdag and Marko Maandag, share the stage for an evening of stand-up comedy.
A musical about Frans Halsema, performed at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Richard Groenendijk brings his comedy show 'Gelukkig heb je mij nog' to Leiden, packed with recognizable humour and sharp observations.
Martijn Koning brings his comedy show 'Overprikkeld' to the Leidse Schouwburg, blending humour with sharp social commentary.
Cabaret performer Jade Mintjens brings her show 'Thank You for Coming' to the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Theatrical adaptation of Sherlock Holmes featuring Mark Rietman in the lead role, performed at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Thijs Launspach explores the impact of digital distance on everyday life in his new solo show at Leidse Schouwburg.
Dutch singer-songwriter Sadettin performs his album 'Kameleon' live in an intimate setting at Leidse Schouwburg.
Theater Rotterdam presents the musical production 'MAN' with Glen Faria & ZO! Gospel Choir, a celebration of gospel music and theatrical expression.
Jawad Es Soufi presents his theatrical performance TNAWIES at Leidse Schouwburg. An intimate show from this Moroccan performer.
David Linszen returns with his theatre show 'Striptease of Death' to Leiden, a performance about life, death, and what lies between.
Annick Boer presents her theatre show 'Vol Erin!' at the Leidse Schouwburg during the Beleef 't Overdag festival.
Rundfunk presents the try-out of their theatre production 'Wagyu' at Leidse Schouwburg.
The Nationale Ballet's Junior Company presents 'Ballet Vibes', a contemporary dance production at Leidse Schouwburg.
Theater Terra presents the classic story 'Kikker is Kikker' as a playful stage performance for toddlers and preschoolers aged 3 and up.
Dutch comedian Ruud Smulders presents his comedy show 'RΓDSICHTSLOS' at the Leidse Schouwburg.
Berit Companjen brings her stand-up comedy show full of humour and keen observations to Leiden.
Francis van Broekhuizen presents the world premiere of 'Magical Opera', a unique fusion of classical opera and illusion at Leidse Schouwburg.
Contemporary dance company Conny Janssen Danst performs 'Behind the Wall' at the Leidse Schouwburg.
Belgian stand-up comedian Alex Agnew brings his show 'No More Heroes' to Leiden.
Janneke de Bijl brings her show 'Seize the Day' to Leiden as part of the 'Experience 't Overdag' programme.
De Volkskrant presents a live show of Culturele Bagage exploring gender and power in today's patriarchy.
Bettina Holwerda presents her show 'Laat Maar' at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
German electronic pop band Silbersee performs their album 'Amor Matador' live at Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Amsterdam Burlesque Revue brings the glamorous show 'Goddess Gracious' to Leiden with dance, humor and spectacular costumes.
Theatre company Zuidpool stages the classical tragedy Alkibiades during daytime hours at Leidse Schouwburg, part of the Experience It Daytime series.
American singer and actress Lisa Loeb brings her show 'Fopfeminisme' to Leiden, blending music and comedy in a distinctive performance.
Theatre production Nora with Waldemar Torenstra, Judith Noyons and Ridder van Kooten at the Leidse Schouwburg.
Flip Noorman presents his show 'Bonobo' at the Leidse Schouwburg.
Kommil Foo presents 'Babel', a performance blending music and poetry at the Leidse Schouwburg.
A joint performance by Huub van der Lubbe and Jan Robijns at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
A children's opera about self-discovery and inner strength, created by three major Dutch opera companies.
Orkater presents 'A Time of Love' at the Leidse Schouwburg. A production by the renowned Dutch theatre company.
Buddy Vedder and Shelley Bos present their production 'All the Blue of the Sky' at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Lebbis brings his comedy show 'Satan is moe' to Leiden with absurdist humor and witty sketches.
Micky Overman performs stand-up comedy at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Scottish theatre maker Richard Gadd performs his acclaimed monologue Baby Reindeer, a deeply personal exploration of obsession, trauma and healing.
Artemis and Theater Basel bring a playful performance for children aged 6 and up to Leiden.
Fred van Leer performs his new stand-up show 'I Actually Don't Know' at Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
De Warme Winkel's theatre production 'R2D2_OR_NOT_2B2' comes to the Leidse Schouwburg.
Nazanin Taheri brings a comedy show packed with surprising turns at Leidse Schouwburg.
Marja van Katendrecht presents her show 'Heel Holland Hoopt' at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
LaGeste brings an inventive theatre production, Badke(remix), to the stage in Leiden.
Theater Oostpool's production 'Millennial II | Browser History X' explores digital generations and online identity through theatre.
Louise Korthals presents her solo performance 'Korthals in Pieces' at the Leidse Schouwburg.
A theatre performance exploring Slagerij van Kampen and the theme of freedom, part of the Beleef 't Overdag programme at Leidse Schouwburg.
A musical parody of the Titanic with live orchestra, packed with theatrical absurdity and humor.
Het Nationale Theater stages Shakespeare's Richard III, a classic tragedy about power and betrayal.
Sanne van Assouw presents her theatre show 'VoilΓ : Here I Am' at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
BarokOpera Amsterdam presents 'Indian Queens from Abya Yala', a baroque opera blending historical music with narratives from the colonial era.
Saskia Schepers explores how schools can foster inclusion and create space for neurodiversity in the classroom.
Donny Ronnie and fellow performers present 'The Hour of Truth', a theatre production based on real events, at Leidse Schouwburg.
Dutch stand-up comedian Thomas van Luyn brings his comedy show 'Super Normaal' to the stage with wit and keen observations.
Circus Treurdier brings an absurd, theatrical musical about cauliflower to Leidse Schouwburg.
Guido Belcanto's theatrical show explores humour and human absurdity at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Joost Spijkers presents the premiere of his new show 'Ziel & Zalig' at the Leidse Schouwburg.
Ayoub Kharkhach presents his theatrical performance 'And Forbid the Birds to Whistle' in Leiden.
Bo Tarenskeen and Het Nationale Theater present a theatrical production about Soekarno, Indonesia's first president.
Patrick Laureij brings his theatre production 'Kintsugi' back to Leiden. A reprise of this show.
Harry Sacksioni, Syb van der Ploeg and guest musicians present an afternoon programme celebrating guitar artistry at Leidse Schouwburg.
A guided walking tour through Leiden that reveals the city's hidden highlights and unique character.
A theatre show for children aged 6+ where Master Jesper takes audiences on a code-cracking adventure, part of the Kastanjerrr Theatre Festival.
Het Kleine Theater performs Robin Hood, a children's theatre show for ages 4 and up, as part of the Kastanjerrr Theaterfestival in Leiden.
Theater Terra brings an adventurous take on Pippi and the Pirates to Leiden, a theatrical performance designed for children aged 6 and up.
Interactive musical workshop for children aged 8 and up, led by Jeugdtheaterhuis as part of the Kastanjerrr Theatre Festival.
Interactive workshop on theatre costumes with Geert Sweep, designed for children aged 8 and up at the Kastanjerrr Theatre Festival in Leiden.
A hands-on theater workshop for children aged 8+ with Toneelmakerij at the Kastanjerrr Theater Festival in Leiden.
Hands-on music workshop for children aged 8 and up with maX Music, part of the Kastanjerrr Theatre Festival in Leiden.
Team Leidse Schouwburg offers a theatre college for children aged 8 and up, part of the Kastanjerrr Theatre Festival.
The Young Analogues presents 'The Analogues', a theatrical performance at the Leidse Schouwburg.
American stand-up comedian Greg Shapiro brings his political comedy show 'King Me, 250 years of Donald Trump' to Leiden.
Pieter Hulst and Willem Voogd star in a theatre show for children aged 8+ about a test kitchen and the toilet of time.
Rob Kemps premieres his new show 'Leave Me Not Alone' at Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Rayen Panday performs his comedy show 'Grip' at Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
Improvisational theatre with live interaction between performers and audience at Leidse Schouwburg.
Lisa Ostermann brings back her theatre show 'De Baas' to the Leidse Schouwburg in a reprise of the earlier production.
Marcel van Roosmalen returns with a reprise of his theatre show 'I Can't Complain' at the Leidse Schouwburg.
Lies Visschedijk and Aaf Brandt Corstius return with their theatrical show Over de liefde in Leiden.
Stand-up comedy night with Johan Goossens, Sanne Wallis de Vries, Remco Veldhuis and fellow comedians at Leidse Schouwburg.
Pieter Derks returns with his comedy show 'Yes, Fun', featuring witty observations about daily life.
The theatre duo Yentl en de Boer revive their production 'Rekhalzen' at the Leidse Schouwburg.