Are you a music theatre maker, producer or organizer? Are you interested in expanding what Opera. Music. Theatre. is? The O. Professionals Programme offers thought-provoking and personal exchanges, while meeting for a debate, watching and discussing a show, or conversing around a meal table. We are delighted to be hosting the O. Professionals Programme again this year.
O. Professionals Programme focus on the innovative Dutch and international music theatre scene. Throughout the 3-day programme, you will encounter a mix of international and local professionals, including both established and emerging programmers and creators, all in one place.
O. weaves experiences around performances, panels, meals, and everything in between creating opportunities for thought-provoking discussions with a personal touch to support the internationalization of Dutch artists.
How can you join O. Professionals Programme?
One-day Conference Ticket
- For either May 27 and/or May 28. Attending May 29 is free of charge
- Access to presentations of projects, creative dialogues & artist pitches
- Access to networking events
- Lunch
Combi Conference Ticket
- For either May 27 and/or May 28. Attending May 29 is free of charge
- Access to the performance NOW WE ARE EARTH (May 27) or to the performance Battlefield of Dreams (May 28)
- Access to presentations
- Access to networking events
- Lunch
Professionals Programme initial schedule
We are busy curating the programme and at the moment there is an initial schedule to have a look at: O. Professionals Programme 2025
Your stay in Rotterdam
We collaborate with various hotels in Rotterdam and we can assist you in finding the right place for you. Let us know if you need support finding the right location or hotel. For questions and further information contact us via email info@o-festival.nl
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Open call: Creators Connectors Programme
In partnership with Music Theatre Now (MTN), we invite applications from emerging music theatre makers (f/m/x) based in the Netherlands for the Creators Connection Programme (CCP) 2025-2026. This unique international initiative aims to support composers, stage directors, and other music theatre creators by offering them opportunities for networking and professional development and showcasing their work on an international stage.
The first Presentation of participants to international professionals will occur during the O. Professionals Programme.
