| trollemor.nl | Poppentheater Trollemor Marionetten | The puppets come to life subtly and tell their stories, often accompanied by music or in silence. The performances include both quiet viewing moments and opportunities for active participation from the audience. Poppentheater Trollemor is performed by Magda Pontier, who also offers special arrangements for daycare centers and preschools. | Performing Arts → Children’s Theatre 14 | puppet 75 childcare 3512 performance 7586 | |
| amstelveenspoppentheater.nl | Amstelveen Puppet Theater | The theater offers a diverse program of puppet, object, and visual theater performances for children and adults. The website contains an up-to-date schedule of performances, including rentals and public performances. Rental options for the theater for events are also offered. | Family Activities → Children’s Entertainment 571 | puppet 75 rent 981 theater 2544 performance 7586 event 45199 | North-Holland → Amstelveen 3180 |
| inkipinki.nl | SkarWeb | The theater offers performances for children's parties, anniversaries, kindergarten parties and village festivals, with the aim of making children laugh. The performances, presented by Inkipinki, a puppet assistant, are interactive and actively involve children in the story by asking them to call out for Inkipinki and help them. Inkipinki can be seen in various regions, including Friesland, Groningen, Drenthe, Overijssel, Flevoland and the Kop of North Holland, and the website provides a schedule of performances and news about new shows and events. | Parties → Birthday Parties 1008 | puppet theater 38 children's party 115 schedule 2624 performance 7586 story 8285 | Rotterdam → North 332 |
| nederlandsmarionettentheater.nl | The Dutch Marionette Theater | The theater, founded in Amsterdam, has been successfully presenting performances for young and old for over a century, both in the Netherlands and internationally. The theater is known for its unique movement system and was the creator of the first TV series, 'Dapper Dodo'. The repertoire includes a diverse selection of classic and original fairy tales, such as 'Heidi', 'Ariadne and the Flying Horse', 'Pinocchio', and many others. | Theater → Youth Theater 204 | fairy tale 67 puppet 75 theater 2544 performance 7586 | Edam-Volendam → Edam 379 |
| poppentheaterdamiet.nl | Poppentheater Damiet van Dalsum | Poppentheater Damiet van Dalsum specializes in conveying movement, emotions, and feelings through puppet theater, and offers performances and direction both domestically and internationally. The puppet theater organizes a Microfestival from September 19th to 21st, 2025, which presents high-quality puppet and object theater performances with the theme of cultural exchange. The website includes information about the theater's agenda, the possibility to download photos, and contact information for Poppentheater Damiet. | Early Years → Educational Programs 210 | puppet theater 38 culture 3922 municipality 6837 performance 7586 | Utrecht → East-> Wilhelminapark 116 |
| kooskneus.nl | Poppentheater Koos Kneus | The theater organizes children's performances for toddlers (2-4 years old) and older children (4-8 years old) every Sunday. Each performance is accompanied by free professional face painting, and visitors can wear costumes. The entrance fee for a regular performance, including face painting, costumes, and drinks, is €9 per person, or €7 with a City Pass. | | puppet theater 38 face painting 120 sunday 208 performance 7586 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| peterselie.nl | Poppentheater Peterselie | The organization hosts interactive storytelling performances with puppets for children from the age of two and travels throughout the country. In addition to performances, workshops and courses on puppetry are offered, as well as instructions for making puppets yourself. Marjanne Peters from Poppentheater Peterselie shares her knowledge and enthusiasm for puppetry through various media and has published a book on the subject. | Family Activities → Children’s Entertainment 571 | puppet theater 38 puppet 75 performance 7586 book 11396 workshop 19325 | |
| pantijn.nl | Pantijn Cultuur & Organisatie | The website describes Jan Klaassen's background as a puppeteer and cultural manager, and his involvement in the European folk puppet theater. The site provides information about recent projects, such as the films against the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and the ‘Weg van Wim’ blog where Klaassen writes about his personal life and development. Pantijn Cultuur & Organisatie emphasizes an artistic approach, combining culture and politics to contribute to a better world. | International Cooperation Projects → International Relations 465 | puppetry 14 puppet theater 38 solidarity 91 peace 1113 culture 3922 story 8285 | |
| poppentheater.nl | poppentheater.nl | The puppeteer offers performances with a large and small puppet theater, ranging from princess stories to stories about chicken soup or a seed that wants to become a tree. The large puppet theater can be rented for €525 excluding VAT, including 40 stools, while a medium puppet theater in a small hall costs €375 excluding VAT. The puppeteer can also be seen on Binnenwegplein in Rotterdam from May to October and performs on the street and in public spaces. | Arts → Performing Arts 1376 | puppet theater 38 puppet 75 stool 78 performance 7586 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| klaksa-theater.nl | Klaksa Music and Puppet Theater | The performances of Klaksa evoke wonder about the theater, the music, and time, where time stands still. The website offers information about specific performances such as ‘The Song Ladder,’ ‘They call me a fry,’ and ‘AAP’s dream show.’ Recent news reports detail the renovation of the theater tricycle, Klaaske's training as a Rots and Water trainer, and Klaksa and the tricycle's guest appearances at schools in the Netherlands. | Early Years → Early Childhood Education 1345 | time 932 theater 2544 performance 7586 music 13170 | |
| idavandril.nl | Ida van Dril | The site offers an overview of Ida van Dril's diverse performances, including ‘Hamlet’, ‘Kodo’, ‘King Lear’ and ‘De vliegende Hollander’, which often combine music, scenery and puppets. Ida van Dril tells old fairy tales and legends in a unique way, with humorous characters that explore complexity and human struggles. The website also documents reviews and critiques of her work, such as a four-star review from Theaterparadijs.nl for her interpretation of Hamlet, and collaboration with the Flemish Theater Tieret. | Theater → Drama 185 | legend 44 puppet 75 theater 2544 performance 7586 music 13170 | |
| popcontact.nl | Popcontact | The website features a variety of performances for children and adults, including ‘Ridder Allegonda,’ ‘Chico,’ and ‘Omzien.’ Popcontact offers activities for people with dementia, such as ‘Poetsen met Catootje’ and ‘Omzien,’ and workshops for adults, like ‘Course on the Power of Puppetry.’ Anke van Vliet-Zwiers, the owner and artist behind Popcontact, specializes in puppet games for people with dementia and works in care, primary education, and childcare. | Neurology → Dementia 509 | puppet theater 38 dementia 674 performance 7586 workshop 19325 | North-Holland → Hilversum 4397 |
| duikelaar.nl | Fritsie Duikelaar Poppentheater | The website describes the services of Fritsie Duikelaar Poppentheater, namely offering puppet show performances on location. The website presents various locations where puppet show performances can be given, including birthday parties, preschools, daycare centers, elementary schools, neighborhood parties, and other events. The website contains information about the rates, the possibilities for the performances (number of children, locations), and the contact details of Fritsie Duikelaar. | Family Activities → Children’s Entertainment 571 Early Years → Childcare 6029 | puppet show 26 puppet theater 38 elementary school 82 birthday party 223 preschool 495 performance 7586 | |
| nvp-unima.nl | NVP-UNIMA | NVP-UNIMA was founded in 1955 to support puppeteers and makers and to inform the public about and generate enthusiasm for this theatrical genre. The center functions as the Dutch center for UNIMA, the international organization for puppet theater. The website provides information about events, members, and an online catalog of puppeteers and makers. | Family Activities → Children’s Entertainment 571 | puppetry 14 member 10154 event 45199 | |
| franshakkemars.nl | Franshakkemars | Frans Jan Klaassen and Katrijn Klaasen and the missing shopping cart are a popular puppet theater group. The website offers information about various performances, including ‘Jan Klaassen and the beard of Sinterklaas’ and ‘Black Pete and Orange Piet’. Frans Hakkemars Poppenspeler is also active within the Dutch Association of Puppeteers (NVP-UNIMA) and as an editor of the magazine WP- the World of Puppetry. | Services → Personal Services 1062 | puppet theater 38 performance 7586 workshop 19325 | |
| defighter.nl | Poppentheater op De Fighter | The theater offers regular performances with a fixed schedule, accessible through a schedule and booking system. For groups (maximum 20 people) and special events (such as children's parties or school visits), alternative dates can be arranged. In addition to regular performances, puppet shows are also organized at schools, festivals, and other locations. | Family Fun → Children’s Activities 1906 | puppet theater 38 schedule 2624 ship 5103 performance 7586 | Rotterdam → Delfshaven 242 |
| koomanspoppentheater.nl | Koomans Poppentheater | The theater offers various options, including children’s parties, workshops, school performances, and traveling performances. The theater was founded in 1960 and is now continued by the son of the founder, Arjan Kooman, and has been operating without structural subsidies for 60 years. The puppets, sets, stories, and music come from the theater’s own workshop. | Early Years → Educational Programs 210 | puppet theater 38 theater 2544 performance 7586 workshop 19325 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| poppenkastopdedam.nl | Jan Klaassen and Katrijn | The puppet theater, a traditional folk puppet theater, takes place every Sunday from May to October on Damrak. At the end of the summer vacation, on August 17th, a large festival is organized with six puppet theaters, street theater, face painting, music, and giant puppets. The puppet theater is closely linked to Amsterdam and Jan Klaassen, with visitors from various European countries. | Theater → Youth Theater 204 | puppet theater 38 theater 2544 festival 3804 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| vertelbedrijf.nl | Vertelbedrijf - Femke Klein | Femke Klein is a professional storyteller and puppeteer with a wide repertoire of stories. She offers puppet shows, storytelling performances, and children's parties, as well as workshops and therapeutic sessions. The website provides information on recent and past performances, events like the Children's Book Week and Sinterklaas, and contact details. | Family Activities → Children’s Entertainment 571 | storyteller 74 children's party 115 performance 7586 workshop 19325 | |
| spruitpoppenkast.nl | Spruit Poppenkast | The theater offers performances for various age groups, ranging from 2-4 years to 9 years and older, with themes such as The Golden Egg, Sinterklaas stories, and Aladdin. In addition to the performances, Spruit Poppenkast sells gifts from their workshop and offers extra activities such as coloring and craft sheets for the children. The performances are held at locations such as birthday parties, BSOs (before- and after-school care), KDV's (Kinderdagverblijf - childcare), schools, and libraries, and require a space of 1.5 x 1.5 meters with a height of 2.20 meters. | Parties → Birthday Parties 1008 | puppet 75 birthday party 223 theater 2544 performance 7586 workshop 19325 | |
| aldo.nl | Aldo Theater | Ina Geisler creates joyful and interactive theater with puppets, offering projects aimed at educating and entertaining children and adults. The Aldo Theater company has developed educational projects for educational institutions and daycare centers, promoting play and puppet theater for children aged 2 to 10. Aldo Theater offers a variety of performances and workshops, including a production of the children's book 'Little Monkey' and performances such as 'BOERDERIJ EIEI 2+' and 'Bi-ba-bosbeesten'. | Early Years → Early Childhood Education 1345 | puppet 75 theater 2544 performance 7586 child 11566 education 13471 workshop 19325 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| kris-kras.nl | Poppentheater Kris-Kras | The theater offers performances featuring the popular Jan Klaassen puppet shows, as well as thematic programs such as Sinterklaas (St. Nicholas), Christmas, and Carnival. Visitors can find information about the company and its performances on the website. Contact information is available for further inquiries or booking an event. | Family Activities → Children’s Entertainment 571 | puppet theater 38 children’s party 128 performance 7586 event 45199 | Laarbeek → Beek and Donk 373 |
| valentijn-productiehuis.nl | Valentijn Productiehuis | The production house presents two performances: 'Drakentemmer', a story about courage and friendship depicted with chalk and drawings, and 'Stapelgek', a story about collaboration and perseverance with blocks and wooden puppets. Valentijn Productiehuis was founded by a group of passionate people who want to produce and promote high-quality puppetry. The website provides information about the performances, the team behind the production, and contact details for bookings and inquiries. | Parties → Party Supplies 1108 | puppet theater 38 blocks 290 performance 7586 workshop 19325 | |
| poppentheatercassiopeia.nl | Poppentheater Cassiopeia | The website describes the offerings of the traveling puppet theater, including performances, hiring options, and a performance schedule. The puppet theater provides services for home, at school, in childcare settings, at events, and can also come to the puppet theater itself. Customer reviews confirm positive experiences with the shows, particularly due to their appeal to children and adults. | Family Activities → Children’s Entertainment 571 Performances & Entertainment → Celebrations 560 | puppet theater 38 repertoire 2497 performance 7586 event 45199 | |
| devliegendekoffer.nl | The Vliegende Koffer | The company produces puppet theater performances and street theater acts, which are performed at various locations such as festivals, theaters, schools, and libraries. One of the well-known performances is 'Spektakolo Pinokkio', and there are also other shows such as 'Ollie Trollie travels to the stars' and 'Little Red Riding Hood and the Wolf'. The Vliegende Koffer works with PERRON-3 on the project Klein Stationnetje and organizes workshops and lectures, and has a new act called Babbel gebak which is bookable in the summer of 2025. | Arts & Culture → Arts Education 323 | street theater 33 puppet theater 38 library 988 lecture 1624 performance 7586 workshop 19325 | |
| muzipo.nl | Koos Kneus Poppentheater | The website focuses on the tradition of puppetry, a theatrical form that dates back to the 5th century BC and is often compared to gambling due to the desire for immediate excitement and experience. The platform provides information on various puppet boxes and puppet theaters, including locations in Amsterdam, The Hague, Amstelveen, Friesland, and Breda, highlighting both historical performances and innovative productions. The website emphasizes the relevance of puppetry in the modern era, despite the rise of digital entertainment, and promotes visits to diverse, special puppet boxes. | | puppet theater 38 puppet 75 tradition 736 story 8285 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| theaterkwadraat.nl | Theater Kwadraat | The latest show, "The Mystery of Museum Mauzz," will premiere on March 25, 2018, and brings the museum to primary schools. The theater company has news about the filming of four of their shows and is grateful for the contribution of the Kickstart Cultural Fund. Theater Kwadraat is known for its originality, visual appeal, humor, and educational content, and uses various techniques such as puppets, shadow theater, and music to create unique experiences. | Family Activities → Children’s Entertainment 571 | puppet theater 38 educational 63 show 1391 museum 2002 theater 2544 | |
| poppenenmeer.nl | Poppen en Meer | The performances are based on biblical themes illustrating God's love, grace, and patience, with a modern and humorous approach. Carla Vis, the driving force behind Poppen en Meer, describes her background as a teacher and her passion for puppets and theater, including her long-standing friendship with the Vogelpop Driekus (Bird Puppet). The website provides information about performances, workshops (including thematic art and pastel drawings), and an agenda. There is also a short testimonial from the Patrimonium School in Veenendaal regarding a positive experience with a Poppen en Meer performance. | Early Years → Early Childhood Education 1345 | puppet 75 art 3856 performance 7586 workshop 19325 | |
| theaterpoppekus.nl | Theater Poppekus | The theater offers puppet shows with puppets, each performance containing an educational element. In addition to shows, Theater Poppekus organizes educational walks. The website provides information about the Theater Poppekus team, including owner Tineke Jonkman, who started the theater in 2014. | Early Years → Early Childhood Education 1345 | puppet theater 38 puppet 75 performance 7586 education 13471 | |
| hetapenstaartje.nl | Het Apenstaartje | Puppet theater has captivated people of all ages throughout the centuries, and puppeteers are considered artists who bring stories to life with marionettes and hand puppets. The craftsmanship of puppeteers encompasses not only the technical mastery of the puppets but also the ability to express emotions, dreams, and complex themes through their creations. Puppet theater stimulates imagination and offers a way to express feelings that might otherwise be difficult to discuss, similar to the art of escorts. | Painting → Children’s Art 42 | puppet 75 story 8285 | |
| theaterjodokus.nl | Poppentheater Jodokus | Poppentheater Jodokus has been active in Amersfoort and the surrounding area since 1988 and offers puppet shows. Since 2002, the theater has been staging performances in De Poppenzolder, a home theater. The theater organizes performances during school holidays and also offers performances on location without puppet shows, as well as children's parties. | Family Fun → Children’s Activities 1906 | puppet theater 38 children's party 115 performance 7586 | Utrecht → Amersfoort 8011 |
| poppentheaterdubbelejan.nl | Poppentheater Dubbele Jan | Dubbele Jan Traveling Puppet Theater is a traveling theater that has been performing for thirty years in various locations such as theaters, schools, and daycare centers. The performances are aimed at children aged 3 to 7 and are presented by puppeteer Willy Snel, who tells stories with color, music, and humor. The theater collaborates with Willy Snel to create performances around the National Reading Days, starting in 2004 and with a performance planned for 2025. | | puppet theater 38 performance 7586 story 8285 child 11566 music 13170 | |
| poppentheaters.nl | Poppentheaters.nl | The website represents various puppet theaters exclusively and offers an extensive range of performances and rentals. The platform offers various types of puppet boxes, including mobile, outdoor puppet boxes and seasonal options, along with specific performances for Sinterklaas and Christmas. The website provides an overview of various puppet theaters with prices, such as the Poppentheater Muzemuis, Prins Joris and the Wonderkast, and facilitates direct online bookings and contact with entertainment advisors. | Family Activities → Children’s Entertainment 571 | puppet show 26 puppet theater 38 performance 7586 event 45199 | |
| clownbijouxxx.nl | Stichting Clown Bijouxxx Buitenland Foundation | The foundation organizes humanitarian trips with clowns to various countries, including Nepal, Chile, India, Vietnam, Bali, China, Siberia, and Tanzania, with historical data of trips. In addition to travel reports and information about the trips, the website offers opportunities to book clowns for birthday parties, weddings, school events, and street performances. The website also contains information about the foundation's objectives, financial statements, a guest book, and contact details for donations and bookings. | Lifestyle → Travel 42912 | puppet theater 38 clown 109 trip 2032 sponsorship 2686 party 5928 performance 7586 | Peel and Maas → Maasbree 248 |
| dekofferkast.nl | Poppentheater de Kofferkast | The puppet theater is entirely handmade, including the box, decorations, and puppets. De Kofferkast focuses on children aged 2 to 7/8 years old, but is also open to adults. The puppet theater performs at various locations, such as children's parties, schools, and weddings, offering stories with different themes. | Parties → Birthday Parties 1008 | puppet 75 box 1982 decoration 4085 party 5928 story 8285 | Gelderland → Nijmegen 9384 |
| theateralice.nl | Theater Alice | Theater Alice offers theatrical performances with puppets and music. The performances address themes such as the vulnerability of nature and the consequences of climate change. Theater Alice is known for its special puppets, music, interaction with the audience, and the final dance. | | puppet theater 38 audience 901 performance 7586 child 11566 music 13170 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| poppentheaterjacobuswieman.nl | Poppentheater Jacobus Wieman (Koos) | The theater uses puppets, often in a puppet box (poppenkast), and the performer is visible or hidden within the box. The shows aim to provide ‘joyful little wonders’ and entertain children of all ages through interaction and humor. The puppet theater offers a diverse repertoire, from simple stories for toddlers to complex theatrical experiences for students interested in the techniques of puppetry. | Early Years → Childcare 6029 | puppet show 26 performance 7586 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| oldenzaalsbasiliekkoor.nl | Oldenzaals Latijns Basiliekkoor | The Oldenzaals Latijns Basiliekkoor (OLBK) was formed in February 2015 through the merging of three existing choirs: the Plechelmus-Antoniuskoor and the Drieëenheidkoor, a process marked by the unveiling of a new logo and the welcoming of new members. The choir, comprising 68 members, performs regularly on Sundays at 10:00 AM, leading the sung High Mass in the basiliek, and boasts a diverse repertoire including works by composers such as Schubert, Haydn, Mozart, and Gretsjaninov. Throughout its history, the choir has performed in various European cities, including Berlijn, Antwerpen, Gent, Praag, the Salzburger Dom, Londen, Rome, and Keulen, demonstrating a wide range of musical experiences and locations. | | basiliek 10 sunday 208 director 716 repertoire 2497 choir 3123 member 10154 | Eersel → Knegsel 1359 |
| poppenkastpluim.nl | Poppenkast Pluim | The performances are presented by Annemieke Brouwers, a puppeteer who studied at the Jan Klaassen Academy in Amsterdam. Jan Klaassen, the hero of the puppet theater, has a long history, with Pulcinella as his predecessor from the 16th to 18th century. The organization, Poppenkast Pluim, is led by Jan Klaassen and Katrijn and uses photos by Kees Martens and Marianne Bosch. | Family Activities → Children’s Entertainment 571 | puppet theater 38 | |
| poppentheater-toverfluit.nl | Poppentheater de Toverfluit | The theater presents various stories, including one about witch Mikmak who is bothering forest dwellers, a story about Sinterklaas and Pietje Pedro who must find a missing package, and a story about Little Red Riding Hood and the wolf. The theater also offers workshops and organizes children's parties. Another story told is about Kabouter Spillebeen who mysteriously loses his nut supply and Berend Botje who searches for a treasure on a deserted island. | Theater → Performances 649 | theater 2544 party 5928 performance 7586 story 8285 | |
| theaterpoppen.nl | Theaterpoppen | The collective consists of puppeteers and theater performers who make puppets in various types and sizes. The puppets are designed and handcrafted in a workshop in Amsterdam. Theater puppets are used for various projects, including theater productions, film, television, and the internet. | Performing Arts → Children’s Theatre 14 | puppet 75 request 454 theater 2544 workshop 19325 design 27202 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| poppenshow.nl | poppenshow.nl | The website offers the possibility to book a puppet theater performance or order a puppet show book, with options for on-site location. Poppenshow.nl specializes in organizing interactive puppet theater performances with music, specifically for elementary schools and other occasions. The organization collaborates with other theaters and children's theater production companies, such as Theater Fantast and PoppenkastThuis.nl, to offer a wide range of options. | Parties → Birthday Parties 1008 | puppet theater 38 elementary school 82 childrens party 142 theater 2544 performance 7586 | |
| remcoraessen.nl | Remco Raessen | Remco Raessen has specialized in puppetry over the past few years, focusing on the transfer of art and technique and guides both beginner and experienced players. His mission is to allow players to experience the magic of working with a puppet, where the puppet comes to life and gains its own soul. He emphasizes teaching technical basics to players so they can effortlessly bring conviction and emotion into their puppetry. | Arts & Culture → Art Education 594 | puppetry 14 puppet 75 player 678 director 716 | |
| aridapoppentheater.nl | Aridapoppentheater | AridaPoppenTheater is a traveling puppet theater that gives performances on location. In addition to performances, the theater offers workshops and courses in puppetry, drama, and theater, often in collaboration with elementary schools and after-school care centers. The website also provides information about therapeutic products such as plush cushions and comfort friends. | Workshops → Children’s Workshops 77 | puppet theater 38 drama 76 performance 7586 course 14728 workshop 19325 | |
| molmaa.nl | Molmaa Puppet Theater | Maaike Kaptein is the driving force behind Molmaa Puppet Theater, established out of her passion for entertaining young children. The website provides information about various performances, including ‘That’s How It Happened’, ‘My Hero’, ‘There’s More to It’, and ‘I Want to Reach the Moon’, with details about date, location, and time. The website indicates that Maaike is willing to organize custom performances and that she handles the logistics, such as sound reinforcement, herself. There is also a reference to positive feedback from parents and children regarding her engagement and enthusiasm. | Theater → Youth Theater 204 | puppet theater 38 theatermaker 78 organize 167 performance 7586 child 11566 | South-Holland → Alphen aan den Rijn 3978 |