Van Katoen en Water, Dramatico-musical work at Theater Indiëterrein, Almelo, Netherlands.
Van Katoen en Water is a musical production staged in a converted textile factory in Almelo with seating for about 700 spectators per show. The performance combines acting with songs and dramatic scenes that unfold within the spatial qualities of this former industrial building.
The work tells stories spanning 600 years of regional history, using Almelo as the backdrop for encounters during Spanish, French, and Prussian occupations. A city archivist narrates these events through his memories, reflecting the city's transformations from medieval times onward.
The production brings together professional performers with 150 local volunteers, showing how theater connects people in the community. This partnership demonstrates that performing arts here are a shared concern of the residents.
Visitors should expect a show that combines performance with a meal and takes place within an industrial-style building. It is best to allow extra time before the show starts to navigate the factory setting and reach your seat comfortably.
The work centers on a terminally ill city archivist whose narration is woven through personal memories of his deceased wife. This intimate perspective links private moments with large historical events, creating an emotional bridge between past and present.
Website: https://vankatoenenwater.nl
GPS coordinates: 52.36150,6.65430
Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:21
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