De Storm in Winterswijk
Theater De Storm in Winterswijk has a 609-seat large hall, a 216-seat Mondriaanzaal, free parking at the door and a 10-15 minute walk from the station.
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The hall at Theater De Storm during a season opening, set up for a live event.: Theater De Storm
Quick answers
- Large hall
- 609 seats (424 stalls, 185 balcony)
- Address
- Haitsma Mulierweg 117101 BX Winterswijk
- Small hall
- 216 seats in the Mondriaanzaal
- Events capacity
- More than 1,500 visitors
- Parking
- Free, directly in front
- Station
- Winterswijk, 10-15 min walk
- Doors
- Open one hour before the show
- Box office
- Tue, Thu, Fri 10:00-12:00
- Contact
- +31 543 519285
De Storm agenda: upcoming events
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How many people fit in Theater De Storm?
The large hall seats 609 people and the Mondriaanzaal seats 216. For events, the whole building can hold more than 1,500 visitors.
The 609 places in the large hall are split between 424 seats in the stalls and 185 on the balcony. The Mondriaanzaal is the smaller theatre hall, used for intimate shows and cabaret. The 1,500 figure is the venue's whole-building capacity for events, not the seat count of either theatre hall.
| Venue or room | Seats | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Theater De Storm, large hall | 609 | theater.nl |
| Theater De Storm, Mondriaanzaal | 216 | theater.nl |
| Theater De Storm, whole building for events | 1,500 | Theater De Storm |
| Amphion, Doetinchem, Grote Zaal | 860 | Evenitto Amphion guide |
| Theater De Kappen, Haaksbergen | 322 | Musicalweb |
Seating plan and the best seats
The large hall has two levels: 424 seats in the stalls and 185 on the balcony. The Mondriaanzaal has 216 seats in a smaller room.
The venue's downloadable seating plan is labelled RabobankZaal, while the event pages use Mondriaanzaal and Seesing Flex Zaal. Check the hall on your ticket. In the large hall, the stalls put you closest to the stage; the balcony is a separate level and gives a raised view over the hall. Choose the Mondriaanzaal for a small-scale show and the large hall for a full production.
Food and drink at Theater De Storm
The theatre café serves coffee, tea, cake, drinks and cheese boards before and after shows. You can book an arrangement with your ticket, and at most performances an interval drink is included.
The café is part of the foyer. The arrangements include coffee or tea with a slice of cake for € 7.50, a Stormplankje cheese board with local cheeses for € 9.75, and bubbles with bites for € 9.75. For children there is a ranja arrangement for € 4.50 or kids' bubbles and bites for € 7.00.
For a full meal before the show, book the Theater Diner at Restaurant De Zwaan in Winterswijk. Show your theatre ticket and you get 10% off the bill, plus a voucher for coffee or tea at De Storm. Reserve online or by phone and choose the Theater Diner option so the restaurant knows you have a show to catch.
Tickets, times and doors
Doors open one hour before every show. Evening performances typically start at 20:15 or 20:30 and end around 22:45 or 23:00; matinees start at 10:00, 11:30 or 13:30.
The box office is open on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 to 12:00, and one hour before each performance. Tickets are sold online 24/7.
- Service costs are € 3.75 per order. You can return tickets up to 48 hours before the performance for a credit note; the cancellation fee is € 3.50 per ticket.
- E-tickets become visible two hours before the performance. If a show is sold out, join the waiting list and the venue will contact you if tickets come back.
House rules and cloakroom
The cloakroom is included at most performances, together with an interval drink. At a show without an interval, the drink is served after the performance; you cannot claim an interval drink before the show.
Do not make image or sound recordings without permission from the management or the artist. Switch your mobile phone off during the performance.
Accessibility at Theater De Storm
Both halls have a limited number of wheelchair spaces. Book by phone on 0543-519285 or by email at [email protected] so the venue can reserve a place.
Hearing support is free and available at the box office. The RF receiver has a neck loop for the T setting; if your hearing aid has no T setting, it also works with headphones. You can bring your own headphones or borrow a pair. The receivers have a volume control, and there are a limited number, so arrive early.
Getting to Theater De Storm
Theater De Storm is a 10-15 minute walk from Winterswijk station, which has trains from Arnhem and Zutphen.
- Winterswijk West is 860 m away, about 12 minutes on foot. The main station has the trains from Arnhem and Zutphen and is 10-15 minutes from the theatre.
- By bus, get off at Delistraat or De Peperbus on line 73; both stops are about 7 minutes from the door.
Parking at Theater De Storm
You can park free directly in front of the theatre. Four free public car parks are also within a 10-11 minute walk.
| Car park | Address | Walk | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theater De Storm | Haitsma Mulierweg 11 | Directly in front | Free |
| Markt | Markt, Winterswijk | 770 m, 10 min walk | Free |
| Stationsstraat | Stationsstraat, Winterswijk | 720 m, 10 min walk | Free |
| Sleeswijk | Sleeswijk, Winterswijk | 760 m, 11 min walk | Free |
| Houtladingstraat | Houtladingstraat, Winterswijk | 800 m, 11 min walk | Free |
- The theatre's own car park is the closest option and is free.
- The Markt and Stationsstraat car parks are the next closest, both about 10 minutes on foot.
Contact and address
- Address
- Haitsma Mulierweg 11, 7101 BX Winterswijk
- Phone
- 0543-519285
- [email protected]
- Box office
- Tue, Thu, Fri 10:00-12:00
- Room hire
- [email protected]
Official links
The history of Theater De Storm
The theatre opened on 22 August 1970 as the Cultureel Centrum, after a storm on 27 March 1966 destroyed the Feestgebouw from 1889. It became Schouwburg De Storm and has been called Theater De Storm since 2009.
The theatre hall and the feestzaal have wall paintings by Matthijs Röling and Anouk Martijn, made between 1996 and 1998. The venue describes them as among the largest panorama paintings in the Netherlands; they are based on the history of Winterswijk, the building and the theatre.
Photos
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The hall at Theater De Storm during a season opening, set up for a live event.: Theater De Storm
An event space at Theater De Storm, set up for a gathering.: Theater De Storm
The stage of Theater De Storm during a live show, with a drum kit, amplifiers and blue and red stage lights.: Theater De Storm / Irene Snijders
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Frequently asked questions
How many people fit in Theater De Storm?
The large hall seats 609 people: 424 in the stalls and 185 on the balcony. The Mondriaanzaal seats 216. For events, the whole building can hold more than 1,500 visitors.
What time do shows start and end?
Evening shows typically start at 20:15 or 20:30 and end around 22:45 or 23:00. Matinees start at 10:00, 11:30 or 13:30. Your ticket has the exact time for your performance.
When do the doors open?
Doors open one hour before every performance, so come early enough to find your seat and visit the theatre café before the show starts.
What are the opening hours of Theater De Storm?
The box office is open on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 to 12:00, and one hour before every performance. These are the box-office hours, not general building hours; the doors to the hall open one hour before the show.
What is on at Theater De Storm?
The official programme lists every upcoming show with its date, start time, price and hall. Book online or at the box office; the programme is the best place to see what is on during your visit.
Is Theater De Storm suitable for children?
Some family shows are aimed at children from 2 or 3 years old. Check the age guidance on each show page, because not every performance is for children.
Can I see a seating plan?
The large hall has 424 seats in the stalls and 185 on the balcony; the Mondriaanzaal has 216 seats. The venue's downloadable plan is labelled RabobankZaal, so check the hall on your ticket before you choose seats.
Where can I park at Theater De Storm?
You can park free directly in front of the theatre at Haitsma Mulierweg 11. The Markt, Stationsstraat, Sleeswijk and Houtladingstraat car parks are also free and 10-11 minutes away.
How do I get to Theater De Storm by train?
Winterswijk station is a 10-15 minute walk from the theatre, with trains from Arnhem and Zutphen. Winterswijk West station is 860 m away, about 12 minutes on foot.
Which bus stops are near the theatre?
Bus 73 stops at Delistraat (490 m, 7 minutes) and De Peperbus (510 m, 7 minutes). Both stops are a short walk from the theatre.
Is there a cloakroom?
Yes, at most performances the cloakroom is included, along with an interval drink. If a show has no interval, the drink is served after the performance instead.
Can I eat at the theatre before a show?
Yes. The theatre café serves coffee, tea, cake, drinks and cheese boards, and you can book an arrangement with your ticket. For a full meal, the Theater Diner at Restaurant De Zwaan gives 10% off when you show your ticket.
Are there wheelchair spaces?
Both halls have a limited number of wheelchair spaces. Reserve them by phone on 0543-519285 or by email at [email protected] before you book.
Is there hearing support?
Yes. Free hearing support is available at the box office. The RF receiver has a neck loop for the T setting and also works with headphones; there are a limited number, so arrive early.
Can I return or cancel my tickets?
You can return tickets up to 48 hours before the performance for a credit note. The cancellation fee is € 3.50 per ticket; the rest goes on your credit note.
Can I take photos during a performance?
No, not without permission. The venue does not allow image or sound recordings during performances unless the management or the artist agrees. Switch your phone off during the show.
Is Theater De Storm being renovated?
Yes. Theater De Storm says it is being renewed to become a future-proof, sustainable and welcoming building. The venue has not published a start or end date for the work.
What is the address and phone number?
Theater De Storm, Haitsma Mulierweg 11, 7101 BX Winterswijk. Phone 0543-519285 or email [email protected].
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