Dear resident/business owner,
Toneelgroep Maastricht and Servé Hermans Producties, the producers of the spectacular musical Bokkenrijders, recently concluded their run of performances at Stadion de Geusselt in Maastricht.
Unfortunately, the final three performances were affected by extreme weather conditions, with a Code Red warning in force. On Thursday 25th, Friday 26th and Saturday 27th June, the organisers were forced to cancel the performances, much to the regret of the cast, crew and the 17,000 visitors. The extreme heat posed a risk to the safety of everyone present.
As there was no longer any room in the dismantling schedule or the stadium’s calendar, the performances could unfortunately not be rescheduled for a later date.
The producers are deeply honoured that André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra have offered to make a one-off use of their infrastructure on the Vrijthof. This will enable the organisers to still offer visitors a special performance.
The outdoor seating areas are not part of this event. This means that the high fences around the square will remain in place and that the streets surrounding the Vrijthof will remain accessible. However, traffic-calming measures will be in place to ensure the safety of visitors, residents, business owners and other road users.
The spectacular musical Bokkenrijders will take place on Monday 13 July from 9.00 pm to 11.00 pm.
Schedule
Sunday 12 July
12.00 – 5.00 pm
Rehearsal for extras on the square
12.00 am
Lighting programme
00.00
Orchestra dismantling
Monday 13 July
08.00
Set-up for Bokkenrijders extras
10.00
Extras’ rehearsal
12.00 – 13.00
Soundcheck
13.00 – 18.00
Rehearsal for cast and extras
17.00
Start of traffic restrictions
7.00 pm
Square open to the public
9.00 pm – 11.00 pm
Performance
12.00 am
Square cleared and dismantling of Bokkenrijders props
Access to Vrijthof
Residences and offices will remain accessible. André Rieu’s access passes remain valid.
Traffic closures
On Monday 13 July, from 17.00, the North/South axis and Vrijthof Noord will be closed to motorised traffic. Scooters can take a diversion via the Vagevuur and the Sint Servaasklooster.
Cyclists must dismount.
Please note that loading and unloading will no longer be permitted from 5.00 pm.
Cycle parking
On Monday 13 July, the same amended measures will apply to cycle parking on and around the Vrijthof.
Public transport
From Wednesday 24 June 2026 up to and including Thursday 23 July 2026, lines 3, 4 and 7 will follow an alternative route via Statensingel. The stops at Markt, Vrijthof, Bouillonstraat, Tongersestraat, Calvariestraat, Kommel and Helmstraat will be temporarily suspended.
Passengers can use the temporary stops at Boschstraat/Markt, Boschstraat/Maagdendries, Mosae Forum, Cannerplein and Koningin Emmaplein.
Information
Further information can be found at www.bokkenrijders.nl.
For enquiries regarding the works relating to Bokkenrijders, please contact us via Bokkenrijders@toneelgroepmaastricht.nl or by telephone on 043 350 3040.
The organisers are doing everything possible to minimise disruption and inconvenience during the performance.
Kind regards,
Frans Hendrickx and Servé Hermans
Producers of Bokkenrijders