©PaulinaMatusiak&EddyWenting
ENG / NL

Vision and mission

Podium of the world surrounding us

PLEIN THEATER is a unique theatre in Amsterdam Oost, offering contemporary and various programs for children, youngsters and adults.

Our repertoire consists of small-scale, intimate performances including modern dance, youth theatre, modern chamber music, and experimental theatre. On the one hand, we’ve chosen to present top theatre groups and, on the other hand, we provide young, talented makers with a platform to gain experience and to experiment. In our view, the maker plays a central role as driving force in cultural change.

In addition, our production house makes theatre projects inspired by historical and cultural themes from the world around us.

 

Mission

Ever think about what makes a neighbourhood a closely-knit, warm, and open community? A public square, where everyone can interact each other spontaneously. It’s the heart of a neighbourhood, a familiar place where there is room for activities, discussions, and entrepreneurship. Every public square evolves with time, but also remains timeless. This is how we see PLEIN THEATER. A podium for Amsterdam Oost, offering a world-class programme for citizens of the world.

PLEIN THEATER is committed to all cultures and generations represented in our Dutch society. We carefully select diverse, local, and international programming which provides something for everyone, from entertainment to cultural interconnection. At PLEIN THEATER courageous makers can shed light on conflicts in society, and on where change is necessary.

With us, your voice can be heard in many various ways, and you will find a sympathetic ear as well. Here you’ll find your fellow man.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Principles

We apply five basic principles to all disciplines within our theatre (business operations, makers, productions and programming, our Theater Café, as well as our collaborations) which are all equally valuable:
 

First of all, we consider the development process of a theatre product just as important as the result. To guarantee a high level of quality, we must dare to research and to explore, broadly and inclusively.

Hand in hand with this goes the wish and the necessity to be connected. Connected in mutual involvement and in equal, constructive collaborations.

The third principle is local = global. Our international programming is both “home-grown”, as well as from all over the world. And we look for forms whereby other world citizens can become familiar with our work, either live or via online media.

We don’t program everything ourselves, by the way. We emphatically encourage our audience, neighbours, and makers to contribute to this process. In this respect, we specifically provide room for the unexpected. Unexpected circumstances wherein our production, or parts of them, can be experienced. Or new forms, such a stroll, or a performance with robots. We enthusiastically stimulate active involvement from our audience.

As last principle, we strive in our programming to reflect the Zeitgeist, and to address social issues. And contribute to change by being creative in the midst of current affairs, putting themes on the agenda, and organizing dialogue evenings. Present = future.