Performance under the stars: 5 of the most beautiful open-air theaters

Carré, DeLaMar, Luxor Theater Rotterdam: some examples of theaters that sound familiar to many people. But alongside these well-known names, the Netherlands also has many beautiful open-air theaters. Now that the sun is showing itself more often, a performance or concert under the starry sky, in the middle of the forest, might be just the thing.

Vondelpark open air theater 

This open-air theater has been the open-air theater of Amsterdam for 45 years and from May to September resort of choice. of the city... In the surprising program you will encounter both well-known talents and newcomers. The new season will kick off on Sunday, June 4, with Chica Chica, Dolf Jansen, Valvetronic Brassband and Benjamin Flo. An advantage of this open-air theater is that you do not have to buy a ticket and can spontaneously decide to walk in; Reservations are possible, but not necessary.

Bostheater Ommen

Located on the Besthemerberg, the Ommen forest theater is hidden in the middle of the forest. The theater can accommodate as many as 2500 visitors. The acoustics are very good and the unique location makes every performance special. Make sure you mark June 24 in your diary, because that's when Davina Michelle is on the programme. If you go, a little tip; Don't forget to bring a cushion to sit on, as this will make the performances a lot more enjoyable.

Open air theater Caprera 

The attractive Caprera open-air theater is located between the dunes and the forest. Here you can enjoy music, cabaret, dance, classical, opera, theater and children's performances every summer. The theater is open from May to September and receives more than 50.000 visitors annually. Many great artists have already appeared on stage, including this summer. Take here take a look at the website to see which performances are planned, but be quick, because most performances are in no time out of stock.

Open-air theater Valkenburg

The Valkenburg open-air theater is located on the flanks of the Cauberg between the marl and greenery. It is the oldest open-air theater in our country and was designed by architect Pierre Cuypers. Thanks to the shape of an amphitheater, you are assured of good vision and hearing everywhere.

The Amsterdamse Bostheater 

In the Bostheater there can be a major international artist on stage one evening and the next evening a singer-songwriter with smaller songs who transforms the Bostheater into a quiet and intimate place... Make your evening in the Bostheater complete with a vegetarian picnic bag filled with freshly prepared snacks such as French cheeses, olives and Iranian dips; enjoyment guaranteed!