About

What to expect

The show is a theatrical and musical tribute to Joop Zoetemelk, who turns 80 on 3 December 2026.

  • Herman van der Zandt
  • Mart Smeets shares personal memories
  • Vocalists sing hits from that era
  • Music by Ocobar
  • Cycling cinema and surprises
  • Joop Zoetemelk tells his story
  • Former teammates and cycling greats
  • Joop shows yellow and rainbow jerseys
  • Olympic gold 1968, Tour de France 1980
  • World title 1985
  • Races he narrowly missed
  • Rivals, teammates and coaches
  • From Eddy Merckx to Jan Raas, Peter Post

Questions

When does The Tour Winner of '80 start and end?

The Tour Winner of '80 is on Monday, 7 December 2026, 20:15 until 23:59.

Where is The Tour Winner of '80?

The Tour Winner of '80 takes place at Theater De Lievekamp, Raadhuislaan 14, Oss.

How much are tickets for The Tour Winner of '80?

Tickets for The Tour Winner of '80 cost €47 at the theatre's official ticket shop.

How can I book?

Book via the ticket link:

tickets.lievekamp.nl

What does the show cover?

It is a theatrical and musical ode to Joop Zoetemelk and his career, from his amateur years to his biggest wins.

Stories, music and cycling cinema

His yellow and rainbow jerseys

Olympic gold 1968, Tour de France 1980, world title 1985

Races he narrowly missed

Rivals, teammates and coaches, from Eddy Merckx to Jan Raas and Peter Post

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Getting there

Theater De Lievekamp, Raadhuislaan 14, 5341 GM Oss, Noord-Brabant, NL

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