The Firebird
Will Prince Ivan succeed in freeing the Firebird?
Prince Ivan is not afraid of anything. Not even of the Giant Czar, a giant with magic powers. Ivan secretly climbs over the fence to see the Giant's magical garden. It is as beautiful as Stravinsky's fairy-tale music played by the orchestra. Then Prince Ivan meets a firebird with flaming feathers. And he tries to free 13 other birds locked in a golden cage. Would Prince Ivan succeed in setting them free?
Pre-concert Program
We offer an entertaining program with free activities prior to the performance. In the vibrant and grand hall of De Doelen you can interactively experience music and art with the whole family. This includes:
- Instrument parade of the SKVR school of music
- Face painting
- Crafts & drawing
- Virtual Reality experience
- Orchestra Explorer (interactive sound installation)
- And more!
The pre-concert program starts 75 minutes before the performance. Some activities may be crowded, if so please visit another activity first.
Programme & performers
Stravinsky
The Firebird
The firebird

The story, the music, the interaction between orchestra and actor, it was right from beginning to end. What a great way to introduce children to classical music!
