Bens Boot | Ayla van Summeren & Willemijn Böcker ⁴⁺

“It’s against the rules!” That thing in the garden, that is Ben’s Boat. Ben’s grave. Ben was Giel’s big brother, but he is no longer here. He didn’t look left when crossing the street. Or right, Giel doesn’t remember exactly. This way, Ben is still close by! That feels good to Giel and his parents. But the neighbors? They think it’s disgusting. Weird. Dangerous. Unbelievable!

Bens Boot, based on the book of the same name by Pieter Koolwijk, is an imaginative performance about love, loss, and dealing with intense emotions. With plenty of humor, music, and grotesque characters, Ayla & Willemijn take the entire audience on an unforgettable journey. A performance full of vital themes that offers comfort and invites conversation, for young and old alike.

“Ben’s Boot is very special to me. The story was invented because my daughter asked all sorts of questions, which allowed us to discuss the subject of 'death' in a lighthearted way. That is why I think it is wonderful that it is being adapted for the theater by Ayla and Willemijn. I believe in the power of this story. A story that might well come into its own much better on stage.” - Pieter Koolwijk, Author of the book Ben’s Boot

Illustration by Linde Faas from the book Bens boot

Please note: a separate ticket is required for every visitor, including children. Participation is only possible under supervision.