Samuel Beckett: Krapp’s laatste band

A staging of Samuel Beckett's Krapp's Last Tape at De Roode Bioscoop in Amsterdam. A compact, existential drama performed in the evening, inviting reflections on memory and language. Tickets €20.

THE LAST SHIP

THE LAST SHIP sails into Amsterdam's Koninklijk Theater Carré for a stirring, story driven theatre experience about hope and resilience, with powerful sets and live storytelling.

Lady en de Vage Hond

Dutch-language theatre production 'Lady en de Vage Hond' at Schouwburg Orpheus in Amsterdam. This intimate drama invites audiences into character-driven storytelling and striking stagecraft.

Repelsteeltje

An enchanting Dutch-language children's theater production of Repelsteeltje at Theater De Krakeling in Amsterdam. A magical Rumpelstiltskin tale brought to life with playful staging, perfect for families and young theater-goers.

TUNNELVISIE: DE VERBORGEN WERELD VAN SEKTES IN NEDERLAND | Danny & Ezra Grootveld | Amsterdam

Original Talks brings a Dutch theatre piece to Boom Chicago, exploring the hidden world of sects in the Netherlands. Through the perspectives of Danny & Ezra Grootveld, the show delves into closed communities, absolute truths and charismatic leaders, inviting audiences to examine belief, belonging and power.

HET GROOTSTE ZWANENMEER TER WERELD

Step into a majestic Swan Lake spectacle at the historic Koninklijk Theater Carré in Amsterdam, where glittering sets, flawless choreography, and an electric theater crowd promise an unforgettable night of classical magic.

L’histoire du soldat

Salzburger Marionettentheater presents Stravinsky's parable L'histoire du soldat with puppets by Georg Baselitz, featuring Dominique Horwitz and Isabelle Faust, in the Grote Zaal of Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ, Amsterdam. A striking fusion of live classical music and puppet theatre.

Mamma Mia! @ Panama

ABBA-inspired musical Mamma Mia! arrives at Panama in Amsterdam for an evening of catchy hits, dazzling costumes, and high-energy songs. A family-friendly theatre experience at the iconic venue, perfect for fans of feel-good pop classics.

ED O'BRIEN

Ed O’Brien brings a bespoke live performance to Amsterdam’s Koninklijk Theater Carré, blending intimate guitar-led songs with spoken-word storytelling in a stately theatre setting. Fans will experience a rare, reflective show from the Radiohead guitarist, staged in one of the city’s premier venues.

Half stories (6+)

Two accordionists and three dancers collide in Half Stories (6+), a cross-arts collaboration by De Stilte and TOEAC. Set in Muziekgebouw’s Grote Zaal, this immersive performance spins a world where nothing is as it seems, blending live music and contemporary dance for families and curious adults in Amsterdam.

Mo Gilligan

Mo Gilligan headlines Shelter Amsterdam for a 90-minute, no-intermission set, where intimate club acoustics and his high-energy storytelling light up the room on a Friday night in Amsterdam.

EVITA

Evita, the enduring musical, headlines the Koninklijk Theater Carré in Amsterdam on November 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM. A sweeping production of melody and politics in an iconic, intimate theater setting.

MATTHEW BOURNE'S THE CAR MAN

Experience Matthew Bourne’s The Car Man, a bold contemporary dance theatre piece at Amsterdam’s iconic Koninklijk Theater Carré. Bourne’s signature storytelling and precise choreographies deliver a stylish, high-energy production in an intimate, indoor setting.

SARA KROOS - PRIKKELARME KERMIS

Join Sara Kroos at Koninklijk Theater Carré for Prikkelarme Kermis, a sensory-friendly theatre comedy that blends sharp storytelling with gentle humor. An intimate, accessible performance in Amsterdam's iconic venue that invites laughter and reflection.

Les Quatre Saisons

Embark on a choreographic journey set to Antonio Vivaldi's Four Seasons, as Les Quatre Saisons unfolds at Paradiso Amsterdam with daring dance, luminous lighting, and a fusion of classical score with contemporary movement.

A special children's edition of The Nutcracker

Experience a magical children's edition of The Nutcracker at RAI Amsterdam, featuring dancers from Ukraine's National Opera, stunning sets, and Tchaikovsky's beloved score in a family-friendly ballet that enchants audiences of all ages.

40e Wereldkerstcircus

The 40e Wereldkerstcircus at Koninklijk Theater Carré in Amsterdam—an international live circus show blending acrobatics, humor, and holiday spectacle in a classic theatre setting, perfect for families.

LISA OSTERMANN - DE BAAS

Lisa Ostermann performs De Baas at Amsterdam's Koninklijk Theater Carré. A sharp contemporary theatre piece exploring power and identity, delivered in an intimate, high-caliber production that captivates from opening note to final bow.

Teckel — Nina van Tongeren / Theater Bellevue

Teckel is a one-woman stage piece starring Nina van Tongeren at Theater Bellevue. It asks how to tell a story that nobody wants to listen to, delivering a sharp, intimate exploration of voice, truth, and silence in a contemporary theatre setting in Amsterdam.

De Notenkraker

Be swept away by Christmas magic as The Nutcracker returns to RAI Amsterdam in a dazzling winter ballet—a lovingly staged production with festive scenery, Tchaikovsky’s score, and graceful dancing for families and ballet lovers.

Bibi’s avonturen in de dierenwinkel

Puppet show 'Bibi’s Adventures in the Animal Shop' at Poppentheater Koos Kneus in Amsterdam — a family-friendly tale about finding a playmate.

Het Groene Meisje (8+)

Celebrate Het Groene Meisje at Bijlmer Parktheater, a lively 8+ family show about plant power, with clean, hygienic staging, bright visuals, and a playful eco-friendly story that charms all ages.

Hou Vast (7+)

Experience Hou Vast at the Meervaart in Amsterdam, a gripping musical theatre piece for ages 7+ that blends concert-like songcraft, warm humor, and gravity-defying acrobatics into a memorable family show.

The Knife of Dawn