This Halloween, dare to experience one of the most terrifying ghost stories ever staged.

A lonely house. A mysterious woman dressed in black. A haunting that refuses to stay buried.

Susan Hill's chilling novel is brought vividly to life in Stephen Mallatratt's acclaimed stage adaptation, which thrilled and terrified audiences in London's West End for more than 30 years. Now, for two performances only, The Woman in Black comes to Amsterdam.

Told with breathtaking theatrical ingenuity, this masterclass in suspense uses atmosphere, imagination, sound, and storytelling to create an unforgettable evening of theatre that will stay with you long after the lights go down.

Rarely seen outside professional productions and unavailable for amateur performance in the British Isles, this is a unique opportunity to experience one of theatre's most celebrated ghost stories.

Tickets are limited. Book now—if you dare.

WHAT AUDIENCES SAID ABOUT OUR 2024 ROTTERDAM PRODUCTION

"SMASHING!!!!"

"Having never seen the play before, I was transfixed the whole time! The acting really drew me in and the use of the minimal set was ingenious."

"Brilliant!"

"Excellent staging. The sound and lighting were evocative. Strong actors, both really engaging. Strong direction! A very immersive experience."

"From the very first moment you are immediately drawn into the story. What a surprising and entertaining performance by passionate actors and producer."

"I attended both nights, and they were fantastic. The actors' skill and energy were mesmerizing. They manage to crank up the tension and suspense with every scene."

"It was fantastic. The clever use of sound and stage setting painted the story so well. The director carried the complex plot through seamlessly, building suspense layer by layer. What a talented team. It was so entertaining, I want to see it again."

CAST

Arthur Kipps – Diego Best

The Actor – Rudi Araújo

PRODUCTION

Director & Producer – Claire Worland

Stage Manager – Giulia Gavenelli

Original Music, Sound Design, Photography & Graphic Design – Martin Janssen

Vision – Isabella Dos Santos Tobón

This amateur production of The Woman in Black is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd.

ABOUT THE CLASSICAL THEATRE COMPANY

The Classical Theatre Company brings the world's best-loved plays and stories to audiences in the Netherlands. We breathe new life into classic works, creating exhilarating theatrical experiences for both newcomers and lifelong theatre lovers.

Our debut production, Samuel Beckett's Happy Days, was performed in The Hague in 2023 to enthusiastic audience acclaim:

"Probably one of the best non-professional shows I've ever seen."

"Absolutely stunning performance by Claire Worland!"

"Stunning! Spellbinding! Heart-wrenching!"

"Sitting on the train trying to piece together what we just experienced because it was so, so good."