98 events for the next 18 months
Discodip is an interactive children's disco for toddlers and preschoolers (from age 2) featuring performer Jip on roller skates. After the show, everyone is invited to the Afterparty to dance together.
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 Böcker.
An evening around All Souls' Day featuring stories and a performance, beginning with a shared walk from Goud van Noord to Studio de Bakkerij.
An intimate story of survival and loss set against the melting Arctic landscape of Spitsbergen.
Improvised audiovisual performance by Gaëlle Rouard (16mm film) and Lê Quan Ninh (turntables), exploring rotating objects and the light, sound and movement they generate.
Manu van Kersbergen performs his nominated show 'The Rediscovery of Heaven' at BIRD: spoken word, theatre, jazz and hip-hop exploring identity, racism and connection.
Children's performance Moppervis for ages 4 and up in Rotterdam.
Remy Evers brings his reading performance 'Graag Gedaan' to Rotterdam, exploring his moral compass through physical comedy, surreal scenes and sharp sketches about the absurdities of daily life.
Toneelgroep Altstadt opens the season with an absurdist black comedy about power and scarcity, performed by Jordy Vogelzang and Délano van den Berg.
Laura van Dolron presents part II of her intimate theatre show about love and loss, with rotating guest performers. An evening of stories, laughter, and tears.
A theatrical evening exploring tension and unexpected turns around the dinner table.
Ali Z presents 'ManManMan', a performance for audiences aged 12 and up at Podium Islemunda in Rotterdam.
Toneelgroep Altstadt presents an absurd, physical performance exploring fear, power and a Europe struggling to understand itself.
Hendrik de Pecker's new text explores Telemachus waiting at home while his father besieges a distant city. Het NUT's production features Ellen Goemans and Joep Hendrikx shifting between realism and absurdism, with the writer present on stage building a mythical world.
Theatermaker Karlijn Kistemaker tells her solo Buikzwam with dry humour about her long search for an endometriosis diagnosis and what it means for her life.
Theatre talk show for children aged 7+ featuring singer Joris Lutz, a live band and rotating guests. Free entry, food available.
Marja van Katendrecht presents a try-out of her new show 'Heel Holland Hoopt' at Kantine Walhalla. An intimate theatre piece about hope, loneliness and connection, featuring absurd scenes, poetry and music with active audience participation.
A Rotterdam trio blending Dutch-language songs with autobiographical stories about city life, family and ageing, performed with theatrical flair.
Sint Salabim is a playful Saint Nicholas show for children aged 2-6, full of music and magic tricks. Meet the real Saint Nicholas for photos after the performance.
Second Base presents an evening of dance and performance at Dansateliers, Rotterdam. The full programme will be announced.
A theatre show for toddlers and young children with plenty of movement and playful exploration.
Hakim puts his own spin on the Saint Nicholas tradition with pranks and humour, featuring the saint and his helpers. A theatre show for children from age 3.
Criminal judge Jacco Janssen explores the complexities of the justice system through real cases and audience participation, with musical accompaniment from Trio de Flamingo's.
An evening of spoken word and poetry with five acts, each paired with a vegetarian dish. Musical accompaniment by Aureliana & Friends.
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.
Toneelgroep Altstadt presents a try-out of 'God Only Knows', a theatrical exploration of guilt and conscience after Dostoyevsky, directed by Johan Simons.
A theatre production following Sam, a volunteer helping people in poverty, and the ecosystem of organizations filling the gap left by government.
Toneelgroep Altstadt presents the premiere of 'God Only Knows', a theatrical exploration of guilt and forgiveness based on Dostoevsky, directed by Johan Simons.
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.
Toneelgroep Altstadt presents a performance on guilt and forgiveness, based on Dostoyevsky, featuring Hans Kesting, Délano van den Berg and Jordy Vogelzang.
Dina Sobhi presents the world premiere of 'Aya Onderweg', a new theatre production at Podium Islemunda.
Giovanni Brand deconstructs Bizet's Carmen in an interdisciplinary production blending opera, flamenco and theatre, with Roma actor Dimitri in the lead. A bold, humorous take that challenges stereotypes and sparks the diversity debate.
A theatre maker brings the wild adventures of the Baron of Münchhausen to life with the audience's help. Interactive theatre full of improvisation and adventure for children aged 6 and up.
Joël Borelli presents a theatre solo exploring ambition and doubt, examining his personal quest for success and meaning. A reading performance with songs and humour.
Sarah-Jane Wijdenbosch shares her personal story about growing up without a father, identity and self-acceptance in this musical solo performance.
Toneelgroep Altstadt presents 'God Only Knows', a confrontational play based on Dostoevsky about guilt and forgiveness, paired with a Christmas dinner by chef Hany.
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.
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 talk show designed for children aged 4-12, featuring young guests, a quiz and live music. Free entry, parents welcome.
Flip Noorman presents a try-out of his theatrical production Bonobo at Podium Islemunda in Rotterdam.
Ricky Koole performs solo with just a guitar in this intimate show about restlessness, ageing, and the strange phase in between.
Bright Richards and his son David explore origins, identity, and their bond in this intimate performance blending poetry, dance, and personal storytelling.
Isabelle Kafando brings her new theatre show ROF DAAIMUND, a fast-paced series of sketches with musical interludes featuring recognizable misfits and absurd characters.
Dood Paard presents a theatrical exploration of historian Anna's deep dive into the life of 18th-century Neapolitan revolutionary Eleonora Fonseca Pimentel, blurring the lines between research and personal struggle.
Peter Heerschop reflects on 30 years of radio columns in this try-out show featuring music, guests, and live studio performances.
Freek de Jonge stages the fourth part of his memoirs, reflecting on 1969-1980 and the formative moments of his career, from his meeting with Hella to his solo breakthrough.
Belgian artist Kamagurka blends live performance and drawing in a surreal, absurdist show where audience interaction shapes each unique evening.
Interactive music theatre for toddlers and preschoolers with songs and movement.
Nazanin Taheri performs her debut solo show about her childhood as an Iranian refugee in the Netherlands. A raw, funny and moving story about dreams and invisibility.
A musical performance for toddlers aged 2-5 featuring Pom and Sam, exploring daily routines through music, colour and movement in a circle setting.
Brothers Jeroen and Martijn van Arkel, finalists at the 2025 Amsterdam Kleinkunst Festival, present their debut full-length show: a deadpan comic quest about growing up, brotherhood and masculinity.
Music theatre performance by Van Die Mensen about Pamela, who watches her ideal workplace in a Grab-n-Go petrol station transform. A story about clinging to the familiar while the world rushes on.
Improvisational theatre by Andries Tunru and Stefan Hendrikx, who create a unique show each night with musician Joep Hullegie based on audience input.
Romy and Thomas of STEL explore what it truly means to meet someone in 'The Show Goes On'. A philosophical performance about friendship, expectations, and the moment of genuine connection.
A theatre performance exploring a thirteen-year-old girl's struggles with control, bullying and social pressure. Features actors, puppets, music and projections, with a post-show discussion.
A dark comedy by Thomas Bernhard about a group of followers who prefer to keep up appearances rather than face the reckoning. Toneelgroep Altstadt and Toneelschool Rotterdam present a try-out of this play.
Niek & Guy present their debut show LEGATUM, a wordless cabaret featuring poetic tightrope walkers and mind readers.
Romy Moons examines what it means to be single in a society that holds coupledom as the ideal. A non-linear solo performance full of political observations, personal stories and humour.
A tragicomic performance about a mother and her lesbian daughter spending a weekend in a holiday bungalow, where old wounds resurface and generations struggle to understand each other.
KONVOOI presents a theatrical concert exploring European peace through three characters wrestling with conscience and pacifism. An original album blending classical, jazz, and protest songs.
De Gestampte Meisjes present STROT, a theatrical concert about social critique and escapism. A provocative show on political engagement and looking away.
Dender Cartoontheater tells the story of a man and his robot through physical comedy, live drawings, and music. A show full of absurdity and slapstick for children ages 5 to 12.
A children's theatre show about a knight who loses his buttocks and embarks on a magical adventure. For ages 3-8, featuring singing and dancing.
Viggo Waas, Eddie B. Wahr and Kees van der Vooren perform a try-out of the theatre piece 'Eigenlijk' - an absurdist comedy about two men hiding out at a third's place.
A funny children's performance about the Billenbijter, designed for kids aged 4 and up.
A children's theatre show about Doctor Iza and her parrot Sunchi helping a sick monkey return to the jungle. For ages 4-8.
Groen & Van Lien present 'Murphy', a hilarious mafia-film parody for children aged 8-12, packed with plot twists and chaos. Combine the show with a favorite-food dinner at FC Walhalla.
Ellen ten Damme presents the try-out of her new show Medusa with brand-new songs and classic repertoire. Together with pianist Thijs Cuppen, she explores what Medusa means in an interactive performance full of flirtation and rule-breaking.
Kees Prins tells stories from his youth, each with its own Paul McCartney song. An intimate try-out of a music theatre show full of humour and tragedy.
Two sisters discover what it means to be in charge in this playful performance with music, designed for children aged 6 to 9.
Puppeteer Ida van Dril reimagines The Wizard of Oz with technology and imagination in this 45-minute show for children aged 7 and up.
Edwin Winkels shares 35 years of Spanish experience as a writer and correspondent in an improvised theatre evening full of personal stories, encounters and anecdotes.
Sara Kroos presents her new reading performance Gelukskoekje, a cheerful evening of stories about mishaps and resilience, featuring live musicians and her trademark self-deprecating humour.
Musical performance for toddlers and preschoolers based on the children's book Dikkie Dik and the Cake, featuring interactive elements.
Loes Luca and Teleruptor bring the life story of Marie Galante to life with Kurt Weill's original French chansons from 1934, accompanied live by the ensemble.
Patsy Kroonenberg presents an intimate solo performance about losing her mother, revisiting thousands of hours of interviews and processing the absence of their daily connection.
Theatre group ECHO and the Poezieboys present a raw, poetic tribute to poet Jan Arends - an evening of sharp verse, absurd fantasy and dark humour about a man who never belonged.
A powerful monologue by Theater Bellevue about trauma and shame, performed by Jatou Sumbunu. A young woman seeks someone willing to listen to her story.
Gaia hosts the Greek gods at a dinner where climate anxiety meets divine comedy. Aluin's witty take on mythology explores how gods and humans spectacularly fail to save the world.
A children's theatre show for ages 4+ about a little bird, featuring music and playful movement.
A literary punk evening by the collective HYPERPOËZIE featuring Mees van Rijswijk, Johannes Lievens and Marieke Ornelis. Through stories, songs and poetry they explore contemporary power structures and consumer products.
A comedy from De Theatertroep about four cremations and a divorce, packed with miscommunication, slapstick and awkward scenes exploring grief and loss.
Audrey Bolder and Noël van Santen present 'Looprat', a physical cabaret about dreams, roles and the search for recognition. This is a try-out of their new show.
Hanneke van der Paardt explores what happens to siblings and parents when one family member struggles with serious mental health issues in her sharp, autobiographical monologue FAM. A performance about attention, family roles, and the blurred line between sickness and health.
Patrick Nederkoorn presents a brand-new try-out programme filled with personal stories, absurd anecdotes, songs and comedy at Kleine Walhalla.
Marja van Katendrecht explores what it means to hope in this interactive theatre show - for love, recognition and better things. An evening of absurd scenes, poetry and music where the audience becomes an active part of the performance.
A sharp satire about masculinity and responsibility. When a boy is injured at a playground opening, four adults must confront their complicity in a darkly comic Men's Circle.
Leoni Jansen brings the interactive family theatre show 'Jansen Jaagt' to Podium Islemunda in Rotterdam.
An absurdist children's theatre show about a knight without buttocks, packed with slapstick and fantasy for ages 4 and up.
A musical adventure with Dikkie Dik and Dirk Scheele featuring dancing, games and songs for young children, followed by a pancake buffet.
Gershwin Bonevacia explores what it means to live between worlds in BLAUWZWART - seventeen crossings to Curaçao, searching for who he was, is and wants to become.
A documentary theatre portrait of Leo Fuld, the Yiddish singer whose records sold millions worldwide. Roland Vonk tells his life story with music from Dook van Dijck and the Rotterdam trio De Flamingo's.
Paul Haenen's iconic character Margreet Dolman celebrates 50 years with a special evening featuring dialogue with Dammie van Geest and Reverend Gremdaat. A show full of humour, empathy and personal stories.
The beloved rabbit Miffy embarks on a cycling adventure in this playful show for toddlers and young children.
Last 100 events that already happened.
De broers Roo perform at Theaterschuur Linde.
Dutch comedian Merijn Scholten presents his show 'Lemming' at Theater Spant in Bussum.
Sara Leemans presents her show 'Hier is 't' at the Herman van Veen Arts Center in Soest.
Henry van Loon returns with his theatre show 'Keanu' to Leiden. A reprise of the earlier production.
A eurythmy performance exploring movement and artistic expression at Cultuurhuis Sijthoff in Leiden.
Theater performance Broederliefde at Stadsschouwburg De Harmonie in Leeuwarden.
An acrobatic performance packed with stunts and spectacular physical feats at Stadsschouwburg De Harmonie.
Dutch actor and comedian Huub Stapel performs his theatrical show about the eternal differences between men and women at Theater de Storm.
De Rode Horde presents an absurd comedy about miscommunication, featuring dry dialogue and bizarre scenes inspired by Monty Python and Dutch comedy classics.
Schwung performs the medieval tragedy 'Jean Cement' for the first time: a humorous show about a man who refuses to change with the times.
Sabine van Kuipers performs as Pyrrha, a 19-year-old searching for hope amid post-WWII European ruins. A musical monologue about crisis, loss, and the capacity to move forward.
Kluun and Yvanka van der Zwaan perform their popular podcast 'Help, I Have a Teenager!' live with funny and touching stories about parenting teens.
Theatrical production Rode Draad at Theater De Vaillant in The Hague.
Theatre performance Kaspar at BaronTheater in Opende.
Two actresses perform a show about the power of letters, weaving personal stories and texts by renowned writers around love, farewell and loss.
A theatrical show with Paul de Leeuw, Annick Boer and fellow performers at Theater Spant. An evening of humor and entertainment.
A family theatre show about Oliver and his street friends, designed for children aged 8 and older.
Joost Spijkers presents the premiere of his new show 'Ziel & Zalig' at the Leidse Schouwburg.
Theatre performance Draagkracht at Theater Ins Blau in Leiden.
Three Dutch theatre companies collaborate on a joint production at Parktheater Eindhoven.
An improvisational theatre group celebrates over 20 years of experience with a special anniversary programme.
Dutch theatre group Theatergroep PIT takes the stage at De Lindenberg in Nijmegen.
A theatrical adaptation of Pinter's classic play, blending suspense and comedy in an intimate setting.
Wende presents the second instalment of their theatre production The Experiment at Bibelot.
Theatre production by Het Zuidelijk Toneel imagining a fictional encounter between Adolf Hitler and Joseph Beuys. An original work by Silke van Kamp, Jip Vuik and Willem de Wolf.
A theatre show about discovering a T.rex by accident and the wild adventure that follows.
A personal theatre performance by Bright Richards and David Richards exploring origin, identity and the father-son bond through poetry, dance and intimate storytelling.
An experimental theatre project at Plein Theater that puts research and innovation at its core.
Toneelgroep Maastricht performs a tragicomic tale of love with sharp contemporary resonance.
Captain Henk Kuipers shares his personal journey through combat sports, international success and work with celebrities in this humorous, interactive theatre show.
Theater Heerlen stages a performance exploring the life of the iconic French singer Édith Piaf.
Suzan Seegers performs a solo evening at Theater Heerlen.
Folk tales from the Italian Alps blend with baroque music and local wines in this intimate evening of storytelling, performance and tasting.
Rosanne Alderliefste takes the stage solo at Theater Spant for an intimate solo performance.
Fieke Opdam presents her theatrical performance 'Non-Actief' at De Muze.
Ayoub Kharkhach presents his theatrical performance 'And Forbid the Birds to Whistle' in Leiden.
Theatre production 'Waiting for Marsha' at Theater Ins Blau in Leiden.
Theatre performance featuring Robin Visser at Theater de Storm.
Anne Wil Blankers and Hans Croiset perform together in 'Love Letters', a show exploring love and letter-writing.
Jean Cement is a humorous theatre performance by collective Schwung about a man who refuses to move with the times. A try-out of a medieval play never before performed.
Bright Richards and David Richards explore heritage and family bonds in this intimate performance combining poetry, dance, and personal narratives about what we inherit across generations.
Interactive vampire story adventure with author Mattes Coolen at Budel Library. Children hear the tale and work together to break an enchantment.
A performance filled with stories and adventures in the Magic Garden, specially designed for children aged 5 and up.
Het Zuidelijk Toneel's try-out of 'I like art and art likes me' imagines a fateful meeting between Adolf Hitler and Joseph Beuys in a theatrical arena.
Tineke Schouten performs a theatre show featuring new sketches, songs and character pieces.
Theatre performance Juliet at Cpunt Hoofddorp.
Bo Tarenskeen and Het Nationale Theater present a theatrical production about Soekarno, Indonesia's first president.
The theatrical premiere of 'People I Know' takes place at Theater Ins Blau in Leiden.
An introduction to Toneelkijker theatre company, their ensemble and programme at Concertgebouw De Vereeniging.
A performance exploring the lives and stories of children from the Moluccas, staged at Theater de Storm.
Theater Heerlen presents the performance AI&IK on 27 October 2026.
Theatergroep Trots54 performs 'Strength and Vulnerability', a play about depression with a post-show talk. Part of the OPEN exhibition.
A theatre production exploring displacement and identity through three characters of different faiths, told via monologues, poetry and live music.
Genrelab Horror showcases two horror productions: The Skeleton Key and Dwaalspoor at Natlab.
A cosy reading club where theatre scripts are read aloud together at De Nieuwe Vorst.
Guido Spek's personal musical performance 'Voor Spek en Bonen' explores procrastination, daily challenges, and the courage to begin.
An intimate theatre show exploring love and fear, designed for singles. Funny, personal, and a chance to connect with others.
A try-out performance of the theatrical work 'People I Know' at Theater Ins Blau.
Blauwe Vinkjes returns with their second show, a satirical revue skewering the daily absurdities and frustrations of modern life.
A true story about an Indian man who crossed continents for love, performed at Theater vanBeresteyn.
Maud Gussenhoven explores the contradictory inner voices of motherhood through monologue, embodiment and audience interaction, followed by a discussion with Yinske Silva.
Theatre performance Academie #13 at Theater Heerlen, a production for theatre audiences.
Patrick Laureij brings his theatre production 'Kintsugi' back to Leiden. A reprise of this show.
Two sheep become detectives and solve mysteries together in this theatre show designed for children aged 9 and older.
VERITY is a performance for young people aged 12 and older at Theater de Speeldoos Baarn.
WFFR performs the theatre piece 'Grensgebied' at Buitenplaats Brienenoord in Rotterdam.
A storytelling performance blending flamenco guitar with a tale of an architect's family holiday on Spain's Mediterranean coast, adapted from Dieter Wellershoff's novella.
A theatre show for children aged 3+ about a city where everything gets built up. Based on the picture book by Barry Menger and Mats Ganzeman.
A children's theatre show for ages 7+ at Plein Theater in Amsterdam.
A multi-generational performance for children and adults exploring the bond between grandchildren and grandparents.
A physical and humorous circus performance by theatre group Heer OTTO, featuring acrobats, clowns and live music. A story about friendship, magic and what matters most.
The duo Innemee and Bosma perform their show 'Zand erover' at Theater Kleintje Kunst in Hilversum.
De Horde performs at Parktheater Eindhoven.
Marleen Hendrickx brings the 19th-century intersex figure Herculine Barbin to life in a multimedia performance celebrating queer identity.
Theater Pannenkoek explores the mysteries and heritage of a historic Groningen manor through a performance rich in local dialect and folk tales.
Theatre performance "For I Have Sinned" at Stichting J.C. Goeroe in Schoonebeek.
NITE presents Oersoep, a contemporary passion play making its world premiere at Stadsschouwburg Groningen.
Three characters from Christian, Jewish and Islamic backgrounds share their stories of displacement and identity in this theatre production featuring monologues, poetry and live music.
Amy reads Prokofiev's classic tale of Peter and the Wolf, accompanied live by the ensemble Krashna Musika.
Groot Gezelschap presents the vibrant performance Viva la Frida at Kunstmuseum Den Haag as part of the De Betovering festival.
A five-course dinner paired with a live show by the award-winning duo Rob & Emiel at Magic Cabaret Theater.
The Grand Pillow Society presents 'Monstrosities' at the Grand Theatre in Groningen.
Lisa Ostermann presents a solo performance at Cpunt Hoofddorp.
A musical theatre show by Oorkaan for toddlers and preschoolers, combining rhythm, movement and interactive play.
Children become active participants in the story of Wildpark at this interactive theatre experience. Young audiences are co-performers, not passive spectators.
Paul Haenen performs his classic theatre show Dolman. A production that has been a fixture in theatre for fifty years.
An interactive performance for toddlers and young children featuring movement, music and play.
An intimate theatre performance about four girls growing up on a remote German farmstead, where past and present intertwine.
A playful performance for young children featuring Ernst, Bobbie and the Rest at Theater Geert Teis.
A playful performance for children from age 3 at Theater Geert Teis in Stadskanaal.
Coco van der Wiel presents her solo performance 'The Dearest Possession' at Stadsklooster Utrecht. An intimate evening of theatre.
Theatre performance Yentl en de Boer at Theater aan de Parade.
Storyteller Ben Croon and pianist Antoinette van Nievelt present literary tales with musical accompaniment, exploring a range of tones and emotions.
Rundfunk presents 'Wagyu', a try-out performance at ECI Cultuurfabriek in Roermond.
A theatre production about three sisters who reunite after years apart and rediscover their bond.
Currents - Configuration #2 is a performance at Loods6, an experimental venue in Amsterdam.
A musical performance about two neighbours battling it out with their instruments. Cultuurbarbaren brings this funny story to life for young audiences.
An interactive music theatre show for children exploring rhythm, sound and movement at Theater De Vaillant.
Six seasoned performers recount their brushes with death in a witty, moving music programme. An afternoon show with singing, dancing and live performance.
Researchers Dina and Dano hunt for the last bones of a baby triceratops in this interactive adventure about teamwork and problem-solving for children aged 5 and up.
