I was jogging by the Vondelpark Open Air Theater yesterday and realized the performance season is off and running! Yes. From dance to theater to music from around the world, every summer the amphitheater tucked into the heart of Vondelpark comes alive.

Events take place from thursday to sunday for most of the remaining summer weeks. Have no fear of a language barrier, the schedule features mostly dance and music, though watching theater in Dutch might still be an interesting experience for you.

This week I see there's classical music on thursday, modern dance on friday, and cabaret on saturday (!?). I'm likely to be at the cabaret since the name in itself always sparks my curiosity. As per tradition, my most favorite Portuguese-Dutch singer and guitarist will play on Sunday: Fernando Lameirinhas.

Naturally the open air theater is free as the air we breathe. However it is recommended you arrive on time or early, as both the seats and the standing room go quickly. Alternatively you can just sit in the park somewhere nearby, lay back, and enjoy the sounds.