Theater 't Voorhuys in Emmeloord
Theater 't Voorhuys is Emmeloord's 1953 theatre, with a 515-seat main hall, a 180-seat Beurszaal, free parking at De Deel and the Paardenmarkt, and a four-minute walk to the Busstation.
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A dinner-show setting at Theater 't Voorhuys, with guest tables and the stage.: Theater 't Voorhuys
Quick answers
- Capacity
- 515 seats in the Theatre Hall
- Address
- Beursstraat 18302 CW Emmeloord
- Second hall
- Beurszaal: 180 seated, 500 standing
- Nearest stop
- Busstation, 4 min walk
- Nearest station
- Dronten, then bus 146
- By car
- A6 exit Emmeloord, 5 min drive
- Parking
- Free at De Deel and Paardenmarkt
- Box office
- Wed–Fri 12:00–15:00
- Contact
- +31 527 760 620
Theater 't Voorhuys agenda: upcoming events
Tonight, this week and the months ahead at this venue in Emmeloord.
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How many people does Theater 't Voorhuys hold?
The main Theatre Hall seats 515 people; the Beurszaal holds 180 seated or 500 standing.
The Theatre Hall has a fixed layout with 515 seats, 392 of them on the main floor. The remaining 123 seats are on the balcony, worked out from the two official figures. The hall is used for concerts, presentations, conferences and annual meetings, and has five dressing rooms.
The Beurszaal is the smaller, flexible room next to the Theatre Hall. It measures 320 square metres, has its own bar, and can be set up as a party room, meeting room, reception space or gallery. Depending on the layout it takes 180 people seated or 500 standing.
Capacity figures vary slightly in secondary sources: Wikipedia lists 520 seats for the large hall, while the venue's own room page gives 515. This page uses the venue's figure; the difference is small and does not change the comparison.
| Venue | City | Main hall | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theater 't Voorhuys | Emmeloord | 515 seats (Wikipedia: 520) | Theatre room page |
| De Meerpaal | Dronten | 520 seats | Leukstetickets |
| Kunstlinie | Almere | 987 seats | Wikipedia |
Seating in the Theatre Hall: main floor or balcony
The Theatre Hall has a fixed arrangement of 515 seats: 392 on the main floor and 123 on the balcony.
Total seats
515
Main floor
392
Balcony
123 (515 minus 392)
Layout
Fixed rows and a balcony
The main floor is the larger block and puts you closest to the stage. The balcony is the raised level; from there you look higher over the hall and the stage. Ask the box office for the current layout if you want an aisle seat or more legroom.
For most shows the choice is simple: main-floor seats for proximity, balcony seats for an overview. The hall is used for concerts, presentations and conferences as well as theatre.
Food and drink before or after the show
Hotel Restaurant Grandcafé 't Voorhuys, directly next to the theatre, serves lunch, high tea, dinner and wine tastings, with a menu for children. The theatre's foyer serves drinks before and after the performance.
You can make an evening of it: dinner before the show or a drink afterwards at the Grandcafé next door. The menu runs from lunch to high tea, dinner and wine tastings, and there is a separate children's menu.
If you want to stay in the theatre, the foyer is open for a drink before the start and after the final curtain. Ask at the bar for the current drinks menu.
Your visit: box office, tickets and late arrival
The box office is open Wednesday to Friday from 12:00 to 15:00 and 45 minutes before every performance. Buy tickets online through the agenda or contact the box office for seat questions.
The box office is the place for questions about seats, accessibility and tickets. It is open from 12:00 to 15:00 on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and opens 45 minutes before a performance.
Arrive with time to spare. At weekends and around public holidays the centre is busy, and the theatre warns that late visitors may not always be admitted once the show has started. If you need help planning your visit, call 0527 760 620 or email [email protected].
Accessibility at Theater 't Voorhuys
The theatre offers extra facilities for visitors with a visible or invisible disability. Contact the box office on 0527 760 620 before your visit so the team can explain what is available and arrange what you need.
The accessibility page covers facilities for people who are less mobile, are deaf or hard of hearing, or have a non-visible disability. The page asks visitors to contact the theatre directly for the details, so the box office is the best place to start.
If you use a wheelchair, need a hearing loop or have another specific requirement, call or email before booking. The theatre can then confirm what is available and help you choose a suitable seat.
Getting to Theater 't Voorhuys by bus, train or car
The theatre is in Emmeloord's centre, a four-minute walk from the Busstation. There is no train station in Emmeloord; the nearest station is Dronten, connected by bus 146.
Emmeloord has no train station. Take the train to Lelystad, Dronten or Kampen, then a bus to the Busstation in Emmeloord. Bus 146 connects Dronten station with the Busstation and Smeden stops. You can check in and out with a bank card, credit card or phone; a paper ticket is not needed.
By car, leave the A6 at the Emmeloord exit; the theatre is about five minutes away. The centre is busier at weekends and around public holidays, so allow extra time to park and walk. If you rely on public transport, check the last bus back to Lelystad, Dronten or Kampen before you book, especially for evening shows.
Parking at Theater 't Voorhuys: free lots and walking times
Parking is free all day at De Deel, directly by the theatre, and at the Paardenmarkt, an eight-minute walk away. The Zuiderkade car park is also free, nine minutes away.
De Deel is the closest option: it is next to the Poldertoren and the theatre, and you can leave the car there all day at no charge. The Paardenmarkt, between the Noordzijde and Bumalaan, has 490 spaces and is free all day; it is 530 metres and eight minutes on foot to the theatre.
The Zuiderkade car park is free and 660 metres, nine minutes on foot. At weekends and around public holidays the centre is busier, so arrive early. If you are late, the theatre warns that you may not be allowed into the hall.
| Car park | Address | Walk | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| De Deel | De Deel, next to the Poldertoren | directly by the theatre | Free |
| Paardenmarkt | Paardenmarkt, between Noordzijde and Bumalaan | 530 m, 8 min walk | Free, 490 spaces |
| Zuiderkade | Zuiderkade, Emmeloord | 660 m, 9 min walk | Free |
The history of Theater 't Voorhuys
Theater 't Voorhuys opened on 23 December 1953 as a combined exchange building, theatre and café, designed by architect Alexander Bodon.
Construction began in 1952, after the Noordoostpolder was drained. Alexander Bodon designed the building, which opened in December 1953. On Thursdays, farmers from the polder came to the Beurszaal to sell their produce and exchange news; a Thursday-morning agricultural exchange still takes place there.
The theatre hall originally had loose chairs and a flat floor. It was used mainly for meetings at first, then increasingly for cultural evenings. Cultuurbedrijf Noordoostpolder has managed the theatre since 2015; the organisation also runs Museum Schokland, Kunstuitleen Emmeloord and the Muzisch Centrum.
Photos
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A dinner-show setting at Theater 't Voorhuys, with guest tables and the stage.: Theater 't Voorhuys
The empty Theatre Hall at Theater 't Voorhuys, with its fixed rows of seats, balcony and stage.: Theater 't Voorhuys / Sjors Evers
The foyer of Theater 't Voorhuys, where visitors have a drink before or after the show.: Theater 't Voorhuys / Sjors Evers
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Frequently asked questions about Theater 't Voorhuys
What's on at Theater 't Voorhuys?
The current programme is on the theatre's agenda at theater-voorhuys.nl/nl/agenda. It lists theatre, cabaret, music, family shows and guest programming, with tickets available online.
Where is Theater 't Voorhuys?
The theatre is at Beursstraat 1, 8302 CW Emmeloord, in the centre of Emmeloord. The Busstation is a four-minute walk away.
When is the box office open?
The box office is open Wednesday to Friday from 12:00 to 15:00. On performance days it opens 45 minutes before the start.
How do I get to the theatre by public transport?
Emmeloord has no train station. Take the train to Lelystad, Dronten or Kampen, then a bus to the Busstation; bus 146 connects Dronten station with the Busstation and Smeden stops. The walk from the Busstation is four minutes.
Where can I park near the theatre?
Parking is free all day at De Deel, directly by the theatre, and at the Paardenmarkt, an eight-minute walk away. The Zuiderkade car park is also free and nine minutes away.
How many seats does the Theatre Hall have?
The Theatre Hall has 515 seats, 392 of them on the main floor. The remaining 123 are on the balcony.
How many people fit in the Beurszaal?
The Beurszaal holds 180 people seated or 500 standing, depending on the layout. It measures 320 square metres and has its own bar.
What time do shows usually start and end?
Most evening shows start at 20:00 and end between 21:45 and 23:00. Some start at 19:00.
Is there food at the theatre?
Hotel Restaurant Grandcafé 't Voorhuys, directly next to the theatre, serves lunch, high tea, dinner and wine tastings, with a children's menu. The foyer serves drinks before and after the show.
Can I buy tickets at the box office?
Yes. The box office is open Wednesday to Friday from 12:00 to 15:00 and 45 minutes before each performance. You can also buy tickets online through the theatre's agenda.
What happens if I arrive late?
The theatre warns that late visitors may not always be admitted to the hall. Arrive early, especially at weekends and around public holidays when the centre is busy.
Is the theatre accessible for visitors with a disability?
The theatre provides extra facilities for visitors with a visible or invisible disability, including provisions for people who are less mobile or deaf or hard of hearing. Contact the box office on 0527 760 620 before your visit so the team can confirm the details.
Where can I read reviews of Theater 't Voorhuys?
The theatre does not publish visitor reviews on its own website. Visitors share experiences on Facebook and Tripadvisor, while the official website and agenda carry the current programme and practical information.
How do I contact the theatre?
Call 0527 760 620 or email [email protected]. The box office is open Wednesday to Friday from 12:00 to 15:00 and 45 minutes before performances.
Is there a train station in Emmeloord?
No. Emmeloord has no train station; take the train to Lelystad, Dronten or Kampen and continue by bus. Bus 146 connects Dronten station with the Busstation and Smeden stops.
How big is the stage in the Theatre Hall?
The stage opening is 10.50 metres and the playing area is 9.35 by 13.00 metres. The Theatre Hall has five dressing rooms.
Can I park for free at the theatre?
Yes. Parking in front of the theatre and at De Deel and the Paardenmarkt is free all day. The Paardenmarkt has 490 spaces.
How long before a show should I arrive?
Aim to arrive well before the start. The box office opens 45 minutes before a performance, and at weekends or around public holidays you should allow extra time to park and walk.
Sources: Theater 't Voorhuys – Theaterzaal (October 30, 2026) · Theater 't Voorhuys – Bereikbaarheid en parkeren (October 30, 2026) · Theater 't Voorhuys – Eten en drinken (October 30, 2026) · Theater 't Voorhuys – Kaartverkoop (October 30, 2026) · Theater 't Voorhuys – Toegankelijkheid (October 30, 2026) · Wikipedia – Theater 't Voorhuys (October 30, 2026)
