Släpstick

Where Chaplin meets Tchaikovsky

In Schërzo, Släpstick's idiosyncratic, dazzling and hilarious take on classical music, nothing is as it seems. The four musical all-rounders take you on a crazy trip past the masterpieces of Rossini, Brahms, Schubert, Saint-Saëns, Gershwin and many other illustrious composers. Släpstick plays the great classics in an inimitable way and in passing honors comedy heroes such as Victor Borge, Mini & Maxi, Danny Kaye and Charlie Chaplin.

While the musical term 'scherzo' (Italian for banter, joke) stands for a short, lively piece, Släpstick likes to stretch this definition a little further with Schërzo. Because when physical theater and top musicians with a great sense of timing and humor come together, you can expect a yodelling Schubert in a ventriloquism battle with Beethoven, a speed devil on the double bass and of course the '21 masterpieces in 1 minute'.

Experience the limitless universe of Släpstick for yourself, with their dizzying array of instruments, acclaimed theatrical discoveries and classical music at the highest level.

Previous theater shows

With the previous theater shows Släpstick and The Roaring Twenties, the musical clowns of Släpstick made a national and international splash. With sold-out halls from the Netherlands to New Zealand, ovational applause and a shower of prizes as a result. Släpstick's new show Schërzo celebrated its world premiere in Edinburgh in the summer of 2023, followed by concerts in Germany and South Korea. This classic show will premiere in concert halls and theaters in the Netherlands in the spring of 2025.

Credits

Concept, script, arrangements & compositions: Släpstick

Director: Stanley Burleson, Karel de Rooij

Decor: Ellen Windhorst

Clothes: Jan Aarntzen

Technique: Kevin Baaij, Benjamin Brandt

Image: Corné van der Stelt

Scene footage: Duncan McGlynn