Amsterdam Theaters
All year round, every night of the week, you can find quality English language theatre in Amsterdam.
Where are Amsterdam theaters
Most of the major theatres are centred around the Leidseplein, within an easy stroll of each other. The easiest way is to drop by the theatres' box offices, where you can browse programmes, ticket prices and availability.
Amsterdam Comedy Shows
For comedy, you cannot miss the hilarious Boom Chicago, now after many years a well known Amsterdam institution. Around the corner you will find the more low-key Comedy Café, which often hosts international, stand-up comedians. For up-and-coming improv, check out the easylaughs comedy troupe at the Crea Muziekzaal Theater.
Amsterdam culture centers
De Balie is a beacon for artists and the intelligentsia with its theatre, film and political debate. The Melkweg and Paradiso are popular culture and club venues that also stage theatre, concerts and debates. Finally, at the Stadsschouwburg, the Municipal Theatre, you will find quality stage performances housed in a gorgeous, historic site.
Outdoor Amsterdam theatre and art
In summer, the city comes alive with culture and entertainment. The Holland Festival runs throughout June and the popular, free Open Air Theatre in the Vondelpark, throughout July.
In the Leidseplein and Vondelpark you will often stumble across theatre street performers but also musicians and entertainers. Amsterdam is a magnet for buskers and street performers, some of whom are quite skilled.
Amsterdam high culture
The traditional and conservative cultural event venues are Muziektheater for opera and ballet, Stadsschouwburg for theater and Concertgebouw for philharmonics.