Loes Luca en The Ramblers

The Ramblers are heading into the theatre with none other than Loes Luca – actress, singer and grande dame of Dutch theatre. Since the 1980s she has been winning hearts with unforgettable roles on stage, on television and in films such as Het meisje met het rode haar, Mi Vida, Schaep met de 5 Pooten, Maud en Babs and, of course, Ja zuster, nee zuster.

With her unique blend of humour, poignancy and daring, Loes brings her irresistible energy to a concert programme where music, stories and nostalgia come together. Together, Loes Luca and The Ramblers take the audience through a rich repertoire of Dutch classics — perhaps even with a surprising musical excursion across the border.

Expect gems by Adèle Bloemendaal, Jasperina de Jong and Corrie Brokken, with songs such as Het Vingerlied, De Rosse Buurt, Op één been kun je niet lopen and Iwan (de messenwerper). And of course there’s no shortage of genuine Ramblers heritage, with classics such as Wie is Loesje, Weet je nog wel, die avond in de regen and perhaps even a new trial for Pietertje Swing…

Led by trumpeter and composer Loet van der Lee, the 12-piece orchestra breathes new life into swing classics such as Strike Up The Band, Avalon and Farewell Blues. The rich history of The Ramblers shines through too, with stories of legendary collaborations with jazz icons such as Coleman Hawkins and Benny Carter.

The Ramblers:

Joost Kesselaar (drums) • Hans Heinhuis (piano) • Jan Voogd (bass) • Marcel Karreman (guitar) • Sebastian Ohm (baritone saxophone) • Gerlo Hesselink (alto saxophone) • Peter Peuker and David Lucács (tenor saxophone) • Matthias Konrad (trombone) • Sander Zweerink, Harry Sevenstern and Loet van der Lee (trumpet)

Let yourself be swept away by the charm of Loes Luca, the timeless class of The Ramblers and the irresistible swing of then and now. An evening full of humour, familiar favourites, stories and musical craftsmanship.

A celebration of Dutch music history — live in the theatre.