Context programming

Open House 2025

Dutch National Opera & Ballet

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Dates

30 August 2025

Location

Dutch National Opera & Ballet, Theatre & Production Workshop

Running time

Theatre 11:00 - 16:00; Production Workshop 9:00 - 16:00

Tickets

Free

Make-up artist from Dutch National Opera & Ballet applies a bald cap prosthetic to a singer in the make-up room.

Open House 2024 | Photo: Kim Krijnen

A festive kick-off to the season

Curious about the world on and off our stages? Come to our Open House on Saturday, 30 August 2025, and discover how our performances come to life!

During the Open House, you are warmly invited to explore the entire theatre and the Production Workshop in Amsterdam-Zuidoost. Step through doors that are usually closed, join workshops, and enjoy various performances. Admission is free, but don’t forget to reserve your ticket! It’s easy to do so below (maximum of four tickets per email address).

Programme

Opening hours
Theatre (Amstel 1): 11:00 – 4:00
Production workshop (Kollenbergweg 1, Amsterdam): 9:00 – 4:00

Route backstage
Follow a set route through the theatre throughout the day. You’ll automatically pass all the hidden treasures of Dutch National Opera & Ballet and have the chance to ask our staff any questions you may have.

Note: The theatre route is wheelchair accessible; elevators are available to move between floors.

Activities for all ages
From open ballet classes to the most creative workshops, there are all kinds of unique activities to enjoy throughout the day – on stage, in Studio Boekman, and in the Theater Café. You can also watch various performances and rehearsals by our singers and dancers.

Activities for children
In the Souterrain, there will be special singing and dance workshops for children. They can also craft, explore, and take part in a treasure hunt all day long.

Production Workshop
You can also visit the Production Workshop (Kollenbergweg 1, Amsterdam), where you’ll discover how our enormous sets are created.

Reserve free tickets (valid in Theatre & Production Workshop)

Admission to the Open House is free, but don’t forget to reserve your ticket - maximum of four tickets per email address and valid in both the theatre and the production workshop!