The ultimate symphony of peace and freedom: Beethoven’s Ninth.

Beethoven was a rebel & rockstar of his time: artistically independent, he pushed the boundaries of music and liked to mislead audiences and musicians. The ninth symphony was innovative by integrating a choir into the music, that was really daring!

Not averse to a good dose of idiosyncrasy, NBE created their own and unique version of the famous 9th. With a choir with singers from all parts of the world and soloists and instrumentation from far and wide, Beethoven’s dramatic and universal notes sound truly brotherly, connecting and like notes from all of us.

The music is so compelling and inviting that it will be difficult not to sing along at the top of your lungs to the famous ‘Ode to Joy’. The powerful message of unity and brotherhood will ring loud and resonate long after an evening full of emotion and connection.

Based on an original idea by Bart Schneemann.

Prior to each concert, an introduction to the performance is provided. The introduction is free, but for some venues, reservations may be required (see theater websites for more information).

when to see it

• Thu 08 May 2025 20:30 Amsterdam Podium Mozaïek Tickets
  voorpremière
• Fri 09 May 2025 20:00 Deventer Deventer Schouwburg Tickets
• Sat 10 May 2025 20:00 Utrecht TivoliVredenburg Tickets
• Sun 11 May 2025 15:00 Helmond Het Speelhuis Tickets
• Tue 13 May 2025 20:15 Groningen SPOT / De Oosterpoort Tickets
• Wed 14 May 2025 20:30 Den Bosch Theater aan de Parade Tickets
• Thu 15 May 2025 20:00 Enschede Muziekcentrum Tickets
• Fri 16 May 2025 20:15 Wageningen Junushoff Tickets
• Sat 17 May 2025 20:00 Arnhem Musis Tickets
• Sun 18 May 2025 15:00 Haarlem PHIL Tickets
• Tue 20 May 2025 20:15 Den Haag Amare Tickets
• Wed 21 May 2025 20:15 Oss De Lievekamp Tickets
• Thu 22 May 2025 20:30 Amsterdam Paradiso Tickets