André de Ridder live in Basel

Experience André de Ridder live on November 5th

André de Ridder will perform at Theater Basel on November 5, 2026. De Ridder is a Dutch conductor known for his work bridging classical music with contemporary and electronic genres. His performances frequently incorporate improvisation and explore the boundaries between orchestral sound and club culture, often collaborating with DJs and electronic music producers. He frequently leads projects like Metropole Orkest’s collaborations and has worked extensively with artists such as Nils Frahm and Ólafur Arnalds.

Theater Basel comprises three venues: the Grosses Haus (Large House), specifically for opera, ballet, and large-scale dramatic productions; the Mittleres Haus (Middle House), primarily used for plays and concerts; and the Kleine Haus (Small House), dedicated to studio theatre. The institution originated from two separate theatres – the Stadttheater Basel, founded in 1838, and the Theater Schauspielhaus Basel, established in 1917. These merged in 1997 to form the current Theater Basel.

The building complex itself underwent extensive renovations between 2009-2011, modernizing its facilities while preserving its historical architectural elements.