Schaffelaartheater in Barneveld
The Schaffelaartheater in Barneveld seats 560 in its Grote Zaal and 200 in the Kleine Zaal, with free parking, a short walk from Barneveld Centrum station and a programme of cabaret, music and family shows.
Photo credits
Arjan Kleton performing in the Schaffelaartheater; the Commons description places him in the theatre with his show.: Grappige · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Cropped to 16:9 and exposure-lifted
Quick answers
- Grote Zaal
- 560 seats
- Address
- Theaterplein 13772 KX Barneveld
- Kleine Zaal
- 200 seats; 300 standing
- Nearest station
- Barneveld Centrum, 6-11 min walk
- Parking
- Free in front of and behind the theatre
- Box office
- Fri 10:00-12:00, closed Jul-Aug; 1 hr before shows
- Cloakroom
- Free, at the entrance
- Tickets
- Book online or at the box office
- Contact
- 0342 842 848
Schaffelaartheater agenda: upcoming events
Tonight, this week and the months ahead at this venue in Barneveld.
Last night at Schaffelaartheater: Harmony and Crescendo
March 2027
Plan your visit to Schaffelaartheater
How many people fit in the Schaffelaartheater?
The BDUmedia Grote Zaal holds 560 people. The Kleine Zaal seats 200 and takes up to 300 standing. Across the halls and the Fonds1845 Foyer the theatre can host around 1,000 guests, depending on the layout.
The Grote Zaal is a lijsttheater, an end-stage hall where the audience faces the stage. The Kleine Zaal is flexible: its retractable tribune and flat-floor stage let the theatre switch between a seated theatre layout and a standing room. The foyer has an upper and lower level, a small stage and room for 50 to 300 people.
| Venue or hall | Capacity | Where | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schaffelaartheater - BDUmedia Grote Zaal | 560 | Theaterplein 1, Barneveld | Schaffelaartheater.nl |
| Schaffelaartheater - Kleine Zaal | 200 seated; 300 standing | Theaterplein 1, Barneveld | Schaffelaartheater.nl |
| Schaffelaartheater - Fonds1845 Foyer | 50-300 | Theaterplein 1, Barneveld | Schaffelaartheater.nl |
| ICOONtheater, Ede | 210 | 12.4 km from Barneveld | OpenStreetMap / Wikidata |
| CineMec Ede | 2,300 | 14 km from Barneveld | OpenStreetMap / Wikidata |
Seating in the Grote Zaal and Kleine Zaal
The Grote Zaal is a lijsttheater: 560 seats in one raked auditorium facing the stage. The venue publishes a seat-map PDF on its visitor page; the plan marks the stage as TONEEL and the entrances as B and D.
For the straightest view, choose the centre of a row; the outer ends look across the stage at an angle, which matters most for dance and musicals. An aisle seat near entrance B or D is quickest to leave at the interval. The front rows are best for close-up detail, while the middle and rear rows show more of the whole stage.
The PDF does not label rake, restricted-view seats or row depth, so ask the box office for a specific row if sight lines are critical. For wheelchair places and seats for visitors who are less mobile, book directly with the box office.
The Kleine Zaal has 200 seats, or 300 standing places. Its retractable tribune and flat-floor stage let the venue switch between a seated theatre layout and standing room.
Food and drink before and after the show
The theatre's Schaffelaar Genietarrangementen add coffee or tea with something sweet before the show, or a borrel (a Dutch drinks reception) afterwards, at a reserved table in the foyer. Book an arrangement on the show page or by email, up to 24 hours before the performance.
Two partner restaurants are within walking distance: De Hebberd is 11 minutes (800 m) away and Bij 't Raadhuys 8 minutes (600 m). The theatre suggests parking in front of the theatre and walking to Bij 't Raadhuys.
At the horeca tills you can pay by card only; the old tokens are no longer valid. Most performances include an interval drink in the ticket price; if there is no interval, the first drink after the show is included.
Your visit: box office, cloakroom and tickets
The box office is open on Friday mornings from 10:00 to 12:00 and one hour before every performance. In July and August it is closed; email is answered several times a week. On Tuesday and Thursday the box office answers the phone from 10:00 to 11:00; other departments from Tuesday to Friday, 10:00 to 14:00.
The cloakroom is free and sits by the entrance. Coats are not allowed in the hall because of evacuation safety. Most performances include an interval drink; if there is no interval, the first drink after the show is included.
Tickets can be exchanged up to 48 hours before the performance for a credit note or another show. The theatre charges 5 euro per exchanged ticket, and Vriend van Jan members exchange free up to 24 hours before. Some shows use Secure Tickets in the Ticketmatic app: they are not transferable, become visible 90 minutes before the show and can be collected at the box office from 60 minutes before if you have no smartphone.
Photos and video are not allowed at most performances. The theatre asks anyone who does film to keep the screen low for the people behind them.
Accessibility: wheelchairs, hearing and assistance dogs
Wheelchair users and visitors who are less mobile should book directly with the box office, by phone or email. The box office will discuss which place in the hall suits best.
Hearing amplification is available at the box office. Assistance dogs are welcome, but only a limited number of places suit them. A limited number of booster seats are available for children's shows and cannot be reserved in advance.
The theatre has an upper and lower foyer. Ask the box office about the route if you use a wheelchair.
Getting to the Schaffelaartheater from Barneveld Centrum
The theatre says it is a 6-minute walk from Barneveld Centrum station. The walking route is about 750 m, which takes most people around 11 minutes. The Valleilijn runs every 15 minutes from Amersfoort and every 30 minutes from Ede-Wageningen. From Amsterdam the train takes about 45 minutes, from Rotterdam about 70 and from Heerenveen about 90.
From Barneveld Centrum, bus 511 goes directly to the Schaffelaartheater stop. Buses 104, 105, 610, 657 and 809 stop at Van Dompselaerstraat; bus 511 at Churchillstraat and bus 509 at Torenplein.
For the return after an evening performance, walk 6-11 minutes to Barneveld Centrum and take the Valleilijn (RS34) toward Amersfoort or Ede-Wageningen. The line runs at least twice an hour from Barneveld. RRReis publishes the timetable as downloadable tables and advises checking the journey planner for the current times, especially around the December timetable change. Check the date-specific last RS34 departure; if no suitable train remains after the performance, arrange another transport option in advance.
Parking at the Schaffelaartheater: free car parks
Parking at the theatre is free, both in front of and behind the building. The two theatre car parks are the closest; several more free car parks are within a five-minute walk.
The front car park has 66 spaces; Koterweg and Gowthorpeplein each have 180. All the car parks in the table are free.
| Car park | Address | Walk | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theater achter | Theaterplein 1 | 70 m, 1 min | Free |
| Theater voor | Theaterplein 1 | 150 m, 2 min | Free |
| Koterweg | Koterweg | 220 m, 3 min | Free |
| De Heus Plein | De Heusplein | 290 m, 4 min | Free |
| Gowthorpeplein | Gowthorpeplein | 330 m, 5 min | Free |
Contact and address
About the Schaffelaartheater
The Schaffelaartheater is the theatre of Barneveld, in the heart of the Gelderse Vallei. It opened on 13 June 2009 and shares its building with the Barneveld music school and the De Harmonie music company.
In 2025 the theatre welcomed more than 100,000 visitors at around 550 activities: professional theatre, regional companies, private events and a participation programme.
The programme mixes cabaret, music, theatre, dance, family shows and classical coffee concerts. The Grote Zaal seats 560; the Kleine Zaal is the intimate room for cabaret and small music shows.
The theatre describes itself as a connecting and accessible cultural institution for a broad public in Barneveld and the surrounding area.
Photos
Photo credits
Arjan Kleton performing in the Schaffelaartheater; the Commons description places him in the theatre with his show.: Grappige · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Cropped to 16:9 and exposure-lifted
The foyer of the Schaffelaartheater, used for drinks and small events.: Schaffelaartheater
The Kleine Zaal at the Schaffelaartheater, from the venue's room-hire gallery.: Schaffelaartheater · Resized and exposure-lifted
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Frequently asked questions about the Schaffelaartheater
How many people fit in the Schaffelaartheater?
The BDUmedia Grote Zaal holds 560 people. The Kleine Zaal seats 200 and takes up to 300 standing, and the foyer takes 50 to 300.
How many seats does the Kleine Zaal have?
The Kleine Zaal has 200 seats. With standing room it takes up to 300 people.
Where can I park at the Schaffelaartheater?
Parking is free in the theatre car parks in front of and behind the building. Koterweg, De Heus Plein and Gowthorpeplein are also free and within a five-minute walk.
How do I get to the theatre from Barneveld Centrum station?
The theatre is about 750 m from Barneveld Centrum, a 6-minute walk according to the venue and about 11 minutes at a normal pace. Bus 511 also runs from the station to the Schaffelaartheater stop. For the return, check the date-specific last RS34 departure on the RRReis timetable.
What time do shows start and end?
The Grote Zaal evening pages checked all start at 20:00, and the Kleine Zaal evening pages checked start at 20:15; afternoon performances can start at 15:00. Official pages usually do not publish an end time; the few pages that do range from 21:45 to 22:20. The exact start and end are on your ticket.
Do I need to buy tickets in advance?
Yes, the theatre sells tickets online through its agenda and at the box office. The box office is open on Friday mornings and one hour before each performance, but closed in July and August, so booking online is the safer choice for popular shows.
Is there a cloakroom?
Yes, the cloakroom is free and is by the entrance. Coats are not allowed in the hall, so leave them at the cloakroom before you go in.
Can I pay by card at the theatre?
Yes. The horeca tills accept card (pin) only, and the old tokens are no longer valid.
Is the theatre accessible for wheelchair users?
Wheelchair users and visitors who are less mobile should book directly with the box office, by phone or email. The box office will choose the most suitable place in the hall.
Can I eat before the show?
Yes. The theatre sells coffee or tea arrangements before the show and a borrel afterwards, and partner restaurants De Hebberd (11 minutes' walk) and Bij 't Raadhuys (8 minutes) are nearby.
What is the Kleine Zaal-kaart?
It is a season pass for 137.50 euro that gives access to most professional shows in the Kleine Zaal. Holders book one ticket per show from the first of the month for the following month.
Can I exchange or return my tickets?
You can exchange tickets up to 48 hours before the performance for a credit note or another show. The theatre charges 5 euro per ticket; Vriend van Jan members exchange free up to 24 hours before.
Are children welcome?
Family shows are part of the programme, and a limited number of booster seats are available for children's shows. Check the show page before booking.
Do you use Secure Tickets?
Some performances use Secure Tickets in the Ticketmatic app. They are not transferable, become visible 90 minutes before the show and can be collected at the box office from 60 minutes before if you have no smartphone.
Sources: Schaffelaartheater - BDUmedia Grote Zaal (October 30, 2026) · Schaffelaartheater - plattegrond Grote Zaal (October 30, 2026) · RRReis - RS34 timetable (October 30, 2026) · Schaffelaartheater - je bezoek (October 30, 2026) · Schaffelaartheater - horeca-arrangementen (October 30, 2026) · Schaffelaartheater - over ons (October 30, 2026) · Schaffelaartheater - persoonlijk contact (October 30, 2026) · Schaffelaartheater - official event pages (example) (October 30, 2026)
