Theater Hanzehof & Buitensociëteit is Zutphen's main stage, housed in a listed historic building in the old town centre. The programme covers theatre, music, cabaret and family shows. In summer, the Buitensociëteit - an open-air terrace and stage - comes into its own as a separate outdoor venue.
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Rob Kemps presents an intimate portrait of Jacques Brel, the Flemish chansonnier who conquered Paris. With humour and sensitivity, he shares Brel's life story and his own profound bond with the musician's work.
TikTok star Tammo performs his folk show with a five-piece live band, singing regional-dialect renditions of classic songs set against an Irish backdrop.
Dutch comedian Bert Visscher marks his 65th birthday with an evening of humor and personal stories told his own way.
A family musical based on the classic tale, following the Little Prince and the Pilot as they journey across planets, meeting characters who teach them about love and friendship.
Aaf Brandt Corstius and Lies Visschedijk explore love in all its forms - from joy to heartbreak - in an intimate theatre evening.
Vrouwejaars brings together female comedians and performers offering a fresh alternative to the traditional New Year's Eve show.
Girls on Fire 3 brings an evening of laughter and group sing-alongs to Theater Hanzehof & Buitensociëteit.
Child of Destiny performs a tribute show celebrating Destiny's Child with powerful vocals, energetic R&B and soul hits.
Lisa Ostermann brings a new cabaret show full of sharp humour and bittersweet songs to Theater Hanzehof in Zutphen.
A poetic and touching performance about saying goodbye, exploring memories, farewell rituals and the mystery of death through theatre and dance.
Anne Wil Blankers and Hans Croiset perform an intimate portrait of a lifelong love, told through letters.
Sven Ratzke journeys through over 130 years of cinema with beloved film songs in fresh arrangements, weaving in tales of divas and dreamers.
A theatre production following a volunteer who helps people in poverty with debt and bureaucracy, revealing how volunteers step in where the state falls short.
Cardiologist Janneke Wittekoek brings her theatre lecture 'De Vrouwenhart Show' to Zutphen, exploring women's heart health with wit and insight.
Two childhood friends reunite at a funeral and embark on a bizarre road trip full of memories and hilarious moments.
Andries Tunru and Stefan Hendrikx deliver a witty New Year's Eve show rooted in local Zutphen stories and audience participation.
The Glamrocks deliver an energetic glamrock show featuring classic rock songs and dazzling outfits.
An interactive jungle adventure where Wildebras and the audience encounter animals, hear exotic sounds and solve thrilling challenges together.
Patrick Laureij presents a show about kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold. A poetic exploration of fracture, healing, and beauty.
A music theatre piece about two strangers embarking on a camper journey after one receives a young-onset Alzheimer's diagnosis. A moving road trip adapted from Mélissa Da Costa's bestselling novel.
A comedy about Eva juggling three lovers at once, until flight schedules and unexpected events turn everything upside down.
Nine musicians pay tribute to The Cats with a full evening of hits from the 1960s Dutch pop legends.
A classic Christmas performance where the girl Clara embarks on a magical adventure with her Nutcracker. For the whole family.
De Verleiders scrutinize pensions and insurance in their performance 'Zoek Dekking!' - a critical look at financial security.
Cabaret performer Nabil Aoulad Ayad presents his new show 'Daar is hij weer!' featuring witty observations, relatable moments, and musical surprises.
The Jeugdorkest Nederland, a symphony orchestra featuring the best young musicians aged 14 to 20, performs after an intensive rehearsal period.
Isa Hoes stars as a plastic surgeon whose perfect life falls apart when her new clinic opens. A psychological thriller about lies, betrayal, and family secrets.
A musical tribute where 100-year-old Magda marks her final hour through the compositions of Ryuichi Sakamoto, a work that inspires and awakens the imagination of those who remain.
Nilgün Yerli's cabaret show explores the conditions of love and how they vary across age, culture, and personality.
The LSB Experience performs a theatre concert celebrating Paul McCartney's music, from Beatles classics to Wings and solo hits.
Orkest Phion rings in the new year with a Scandinavian concert led by conductor Wilson Ng and violinist Rebecca Roozeman.
Tineke Schouten brings her 28th tour with the programme 'Femme Vitaal', reflecting on how she maintains her energy and passion for performing despite being well past retirement age.
The Dutch Film Orchestra performs film scores by Italian composers in the Maestro del Cinema programme.
Jandino marks two decades of performing with a special retrospective show at Theater Hanzehof & Buitensociëteit.
Three emerging cabaret performers present themselves each evening at Theater Hanzehof & Buitensociëteit. The Cabarestafette gives new talent from the cabaret scene a platform.
Rock4 performs an a cappella concert featuring pop and rock classics, blending rich harmonies and vocal virtuosity with four voices.
The Dutch Eagles deliver two decades of authentic Eagles country rock, complete with soaring guitar work and tight vocal harmonies.
The characters from Kinderpretpark Julianatoren make their theatre debut with an interactive show full of chaos and fun for young audiences.
A powerful theatre piece about a child navigating uncertainty and hope, where fantasy clashes with reality.
Conny Janssen Danst presents 'Behind the Wall', a large-scale dance production exploring identity, connection and loss.
A theater show combining stories, music and whisky tasting at Theater Hanzehof & Buitensociëteit in Zutphen.
Bettina Holwerda brings her first solo theatre show 'Laat Maar', based on her bestseller, blending humor and candid storytelling.
Create your own healthy sweets with vegan ingredients in this hands-on workshop for children aged 4 to 12, led by Sjef Torrie.
HJ Bökkers returns with a new cabaret show performed entirely in Low Saxon, blending witty humour with heartfelt moments.
Pim Muda and Sabine Krol perform a tribute to the legendary duo Ramses & Liesbeth with the programme 'Laat Me' - an intense and captivating concert.
Cabaret performer Rob Scheepers presents 'Scheepers op z'n scherpst', a sharp-witted show about the everyday world.
Fuse honours jazz pioneers like Duke Ellington and Thelonious Monk with the Swing Club Fuse performance at Theater Hanzehof.
A tribute show where a live band brings Bruce Springsteen's music and stories to life, featuring songs from across his career alongside personal anecdotes.
Documentary following Gerard Derksen and Cyril Hendriks as they travel through five villages in military vehicles, tracing the history of Warnsveld municipality from 1980 to 2024.
André Manuel is Earth's last comedian, forced to make a room of irritable AI laugh in this absurdist show.
Herman van Veen, the versatile singer, composer and theatre maker, performs at Theater Hanzehof & Buitensociëteit in Zutphen. A show by an artist with an impressive career spanning over six decades.
De Wijsneuzen brings their humorous and educational videos to the stage in a live performance for children aged 8 and up and their parents.
Family show featuring Maya and her friends, designed for children from 1 year old.
Henk Temming and Martin Kuiper recount the stories behind Het Goede Doel's debut album 'België', featuring classics like 'België', 'Gijzelaar' and 'Vriendschap'.
Biologist Luc Hoogenstein guides you on a safari through your own city, revealing hidden wildlife with stunning nature footage and photography.
Paskal Jakobsen performs an intimate solo show featuring a new album of personal songs, a different sound from his work with BLØF.
Solo performance by Gerard van Maasakkers with guitar, songs and stories following his 75th birthday celebrations.
Yentl en de Boer performs highlights from their cabaret show 'Rekhalzen' and classic hits, plus material from their latest album 'De dagen'.
A gripping thriller by Theater Oostpool about a virtual world where fantasies become reality. Starring Jeroen Spitzenberger and Gaite Jansen.
Orkest Phion performs neoclassical orchestral works by Bach, Stravinsky and Pärt - a blend of classical traditions and contemporary composition.
A musical theatre show for toddlers and young children, adapted from Jonny Lambert's beloved picture book 'Just as You Are'.
Panama Pictures presents 'Don't despair', a performance where certainties slowly fade away.
Silbersee and Het Muziek stage a flamenco opera with actress Ariane Schluter and Brandon Faegre in a raw, poetic, and unsettling take on a classic story.
Rob and Emiel present a show exploring Sherlock Holmes' method of thinking: clever deductions, memory tricks and strategy. Everything connects, but the how reveals itself gradually.
Loïs Lane marks four decades with a jubilee concert featuring music and stories from their band's history.
Fred Delfgaauw reflects on five decades of theatre in 'Tot hier en nu verder', an interactive performance where the audience chooses which stories and characters from his work return to the stage.
Pip Utton returns to the Netherlands with a new character-driven show, exploring the world in March 2027.
The Netflix hit 'Baby Reindeer' brings comedian Richard Gadd's true story of five years of stalking to Dutch theatres. An intimate and harrowing portrait of obsession and its aftermath.
Nasrdin Dchar presents his most intimate theatre show yet, created with director Floris van Delft.
Steven Kazàn performs a family show packed with humor and magic for children aged 6 and up.
DANSLAB 3 showcases emerging choreographers and dancers in a dynamic performance with rapidly changing pieces. For ages 12 and up.
A tribute to Annie M.G. Schmidt featuring her classic texts and forgotten songs about dreams, love and freedom.
The Oost-Gelders Symfonieorkest performs 'Journey through Passion and Freedom' in Zutphen.
Merijn Scholten brings his second theatre show LEMMING to the stage, building on the success of his debut TEAM SOLO and TV programme De Week Van Merijn.
The Evergreen Top 1000 Live Band performs 'Golden Songs', a musical tribute to classic pop songs that bridge generations.
Mell VF reflects on the band's formative journey through performances, meetings, and songs that have shaped their identity.
De Niemanders perform music that amplifies voices from the margins, including work created with incarcerated people in Dutch prisons.
Peter Heerschop reflects on three decades of radio columns in the programme 'Lieve Marianne' - both hilarious and deeply touching.
The Fortunate Sons celebrate Creedence Clearwater Revival with classic hits from the 1960s and 1970s.
Motel Westcoast marks 20 years with a special edition featuring American West Coast classics from the past decade.
The Nederpop All Stars perform the greatest hits of Dutch pop music, featuring the original singers.
Menno Lagerwey from the YouTube channel 'Math with Menno' delivers exam-prep maths training in the theatre, covering key topics, practice problems, and Q&A.
Andy and Terry return to their enormous treehouse in this fast-paced theatrical comedy packed with film tricks and imagination.
A musical about Hugo de Groot exploring freedom, doubt, and compassion. What does freedom mean to you?
Toneelgroep Maastricht performs a tragicomic family drama full of secrets and distorted memories, offering a sharp take on the decline of a Western family.
Ibsen's classic about a woman who breaks free from her husband's expectations and society's demands. A timeless play about freedom and equality.
Ta Joela presents a personal theatre performance where he looks back on his youth, moving beyond his well-known sharp sketches and comedy.
Introdans celebrates the choreographies of Jiří Kylián in an evening of movement and artistic vision.
Iris Rulkens brings her new show 'Van Harte' with character sketches, music and funny stories to the stage.
Céline brings 'Opera on Tour', an interactive opera performance full of humor, emotion, and audience participation.
Fabian Franciscus performs a personal stand-up show about uncertainty, identity, and finding what truly matters in life.
Holland Dance Festival presents 'Talent On The Move', a dance performance featuring Codarts Rotterdam students demonstrating their skills.
Loes Luca joins The Ramblers, the Netherlands' oldest professional jazz orchestra, for an evening of Dutch musical classics and vibrant arrangements.
Valentina Tóth presents her second full-length show 'Revue Revanche', exploring the theme of revenge through song and performance.
A family show following a girl named Jule as she discovers her own path, set to Grieg's Peer Gynt.
Thomas van Luyn creates his show live on stage, starting only once the audience is seated and the programme is underway - a unique blend of improvisation and spontaneity.
Gerard Alderliefste and friends present their new show 'Vivre!' featuring French-inspired music and classic hits.
The Kik reimagines Beatles classics in English, with fresh translations and their own distinctive interpretation.
Kor Hoebe performs his show 'Korrelatie', a sharp-eyed comedy about everyday life filled with recognizable moments and street-smart observations.
Dirk Scheele and Dikkie Dik take children on a musical adventure with dancing, singing and cat antics. For toddlers and young children from 2 years old.
Director Char Li Chung stages Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet as a contemporary, hopeful reflection on a divided world.
Daan van der Hoeven explores self-knowledge in his show 'Mensenmens', filled with relatable stories and sharp humour.
A 60-minute family musical about Pieter Konijn, featuring songs and audience participation for children aged 4 and up.
Stef Bos performs an interactive evening where the audience selects songs from his catalogue via the website.
MEAU performs her theatre tour 'Liefde Onderschat' with a mix of classic hits and new material.
Waylon and his band take you on a country music journey in the theatrical performance 'Time Jumper'.
A new showcase festival in Zutphen presenting traditional, fusion and world music from around the globe.
The Cosmic Carnival performs a tribute to Fleetwood Mac, celebrating the classic 'Rumours' album with hits like 'Dreams' and 'Go Your Own Way'.
Martijn Crins presents his second stand-up programme 'Hè Fijn', examining his own drives with unflinching honesty and exposing the absurdities of human existence.
Fred van Leer returns with his sold-out theatre show 'Ik weet het eigenlijk niet' for the 2026/2027 season.
Introdans presents ENERGY, an evening of contemporary dance with two established works and two world premieres, exploring diverse styles and expression.
LAKSHMI and artist Roel Weerdenburg create a cinematic performance blending music, visuals and poetry into an intimate, immersive experience.
An interactive theatre performance full of movement and music for the very young, with time to dance and explore afterwards.
Interactive theatre performance for toddlers and young children in a tent, where kids join Karlijn and Bram on an adventure.
Coming On Strong, finalist of 'The Tribute: Battle of the Bands', delivers an authentic tribute to Golden Earring with their own interpretations of the classic repertoire.
Willemijn Verkaik stars in the Broadway musical 'Next to Normal', exploring how a family navigates bipolar disorder and the blurred line between reality and imagination.
An early-evening party concept running from 19:30 to midnight, letting you enjoy nightlife without sacrificing sleep.
MainCourse performs a try-out of their Bee Gees tribute show, with over 400 performances under their belt since winning the Tribute Battle of the Bands in 2024.
Guido Weijers dissects the year 2026 with sharp wit in his annual year-end comedy special.
Rob Heebink's cabaret show explores aging through sketches and videos, blending humor with deeper questions about how we want to grow old.
Juliet, a thirty-year-old woman, questions her life choices. Worn out by endless weddings and baby showers, she wonders if the conventional family dream is really for her.
Dutch band Kaaskop performs a concert in Zutphen.
A children's theatre show about a boy struggling with his parents' separation. A raw exploration of intense emotions and upheaval.
Two acclaimed musicians reunite for a performance: Lucas van Merwijk and Diederik van Vleuten, whose musical partnership began in the 1990s.
A.vontura and the T.E.I.T Machine is an interactive family theatre show about time travel for children aged 4 and up.
Theater Hanzehof & Buitensociëteit welcomes visitors during the Open Monuments Weekend with a varied classical programme in the historic Buitensociëteit building.