
Ben's Boot
Ben's Boot tells the story of love and loss through humour and music, based on Pieter Koolwijk's book. A performance for children from age 4 by Ayla van Summeren and Willemijn BΓΆcker.
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Ben's Boot tells the story of love and loss through humour and music, based on Pieter Koolwijk's book. A performance for children from age 4 by Ayla van Summeren and Willemijn BΓΆcker.

An evening around All Souls' Day featuring stories and a performance, beginning with a shared walk from Goud van Noord to Studio de Bakkerij.

Rotterdam Lacht brings 6 to 8 comedians testing new material in a fast-paced, joke-filled evening hosted by an MC. Established names and rising talent from the Netherlands and Belgium.

RenΓ© Oskam brings his jubilee tour 'Caroussel' to Studio de Bakkerij: a hybrid show blending cabaret and poetry about a decade as an artist, filled with honest stories, satire and keen observations.

Monthly baby concert for children aged 0-2 with their parents at Studio de Bakkerij. Around 30 minutes of music from various genres, with babies welcome to move freely.

JA!Toch is Studio de Bakkerij's young creators' evening featuring music, spoken word, theatre, dance and exhibitions. This edition showcases More Life and Safa Lion.

Celebration of the launch of 'Shing, the Rainbow Panda' with snacks, origami and colouring activities, plus a book signing session.

A Rotterdam trio blending Dutch-language songs with autobiographical stories about city life, family and ageing, performed with theatrical flair.

A music theatre performance exploring identity, displacement and belonging across cultures, told through song, humour and personal storytelling.

A story-reading session for children and parents celebrating self-acceptance, followed by a cosy cafΓ© where children play and parents connect with neighbours.

Amber Docters van Leeuwen presents a documentary theatre performance about adoption, family secrets and what remains unspoken across generations. An intimate story told through sound, music and theatrical elements.

Dizzi Geetha presents 'Metamorphosis', an intimate performance exploring adoption and identity, enriched with music, movement and Sri Lankan culture. This is a preview showing at Studio de Bakkerij.

Bai Li Wiegmans presents an intimate solo blending dance and film. In 'Home', she explores her journey as an adoptee and her search for identity between two worlds.

Koekie Boekie presents a Sinterklaas special with illustrator Charlotte Dematons, featuring stories for children and parents. Afterwards, there's time for play and coffee.

Stories from the North gathers memories and stories from Rotterdam-North residents in a growing quilt. Everyone can participate in the embroidery project.

Sarah-Jane Wijdenbosch shares her personal story about growing up without a father, identity and self-acceptance in this musical solo performance.

Young creatives showcase their talents through dance, theatre, music and poetry, exploring what it means to be a hero. An evening of live performance, exhibition, workshops and masterclasses.

Six to eight comedians test new material at this rapid-fire stand-up night. Your ticket includes a drink to toast the new year.

Tessa and Olivier explore what it means to be brave in this playful, non-verbal performance full of slapstick and movement for children from age 2.

Queer Gym's boxing workshop teaches children aged 6+ the fundamentals of boxing while building strength and confidence in a welcoming, inclusive space.

A wordless performance for children aged 4+ based on the picture book Sjoerd and the Stacking City. Performers use building blocks and slapstick comedy to tell the story of a young architect-in-the-making with a daring plan.

A craft workshop for children aged 4+ with Atelier op Wielen, where they can draw, paint and create with various materials under adult supervision.

A talk show designed for children aged 4-12, featuring young guests, a quiz and live music. Free entry, parents welcome.

Said el Hassnaoui performs his try-out 'Said Laughs with Love' - a humorous look back at his transformation from carefree bachelor to chronically exhausted father, packed with relatable love stories and cabaret wit.

Maud Gussenhoven explores the contradictory inner voices of motherhood through monologue, embodiment and audience interaction, followed by a discussion with Yinske Silva.

Children discover breaking, a New York dance style rooted in hip-hop and street culture. This workshop focuses on basic moves, rhythms and self-expression.

A popping dance workshop for children aged 5+, exploring the basics of this American dance style through playful movement and expression.

A funk-themed festival in Rotterdam featuring dance, music, workshops and creative activities for families and all skill levels.

A cheerful, almost wordless performance for children from 3 years old about the desire for mess and wildness. An ode to imagination and creativity.

Sophie Reekers leads a playful singing workshop for children aged 4 and up, part of Studio de Bakkerij's autumn half-term festival.

An animated adventure where a group of children band together to rescue their friends and overthrow a dictator who targets those he deems "ugly".

An interactive storytelling show about Donnie, who dreams of playing the princess role in the school musical. Performed by Mitch Wolterink, based on Lisa Maschhaupt's book.

Free craft workshop for children aged 4+ during the Krentenbollen Kinderfestijn. Kids create their own artwork with various materials under adult supervision.

Susanne Roos brings the adventures of Vleertje Muis to life in an interactive musical read-aloud performance for children aged 3 and up, part of the Krentenbollen Kinderfestijn.

Onni Asian Moms hosts a meetup for Asian parents in Rotterdam. Linguist Dr. Ute Limacher-Riebold discusses passing heritage languages to children in a multilingual Dutch context.

A musical performance by Inez blending poetry, fashion, live music and visuals. An ambitious exploration of personal dreams and universal questions.

Chloe Zhao's drama about William Shakespeare and his wife Agnes, who lose their son Hamnet to plague in 16th-century England. An intimate portrait of grief and creativity.

A tribute to master translator Jan Rot featuring Marjolein Meijers, Jakob Klaasse and the Kuipers brothers performing his favourite translations with live music and humour.

Monologue by Mika de Pee about the Prague Spring of 1968, with live jazz by Adriaan Koster. A music theatre performance about revolution, ideals and the personal as political.

Onni l Korea brings a Community Table evening of Korean food and conviviality to Studio de Bakkerij.

Join Onni for a Vietnamese-themed Community Table dinner at Studio de Bakkerij. Share a meal and meet fellow food lovers in a relaxed, social setting.

Onni celebrates the Moon Festival with a family-friendly edition featuring Asian cultural traditions of gratitude and togetherness. Children under 5 enter free.

Free opening of an exhibition showcasing work by 34 internationally adopted artists from diverse countries, exploring art and personal narratives.

Onni l Taiwan presents a culinary Community Table event at Studio de Bakkerij, where guests gather to share Taiwanese dishes and dining experiences.

Spanish drama following a father searching for his missing daughter in the Moroccan desert. Jury Prize winner at Cannes, directed by Oliver Laxe.

Onni l China brings Community Table to Rotterdam - an interactive evening bringing together audience and artists at Studio de Bakkerij.

Journalist Lex Sternfeld takes audiences on a nostalgic journey through 75 years of Dutch television with iconic clips, anecdotes and stories from his private archive.

Viko and Thor sing while building in their workshop until a mysterious piece of wood disrupts their plans. A playful performance combining music, woodworking and theatre for children from age 3.