Your chance to get an original Machteld Aardse bird! | ©MAPA
Expertise
MAPA specialises in mime, physical theatre and music theatre, as well as (analogue) light & projection techniques. We have the expertise and technical facilities to allow for hands-on learning and creating.
Skill & Quality
Attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the physical crafts behind the artistic work are essential to our approach. Our emphasis on mobility, small-scale production, audience awareness and a collaborative mentality, enables artists to create high quality work under all circumstances and in any space.
Community
Our team consists of seasoned artists and teachers, all experts in their field. We believe an artist's most valuable resource is a strong network, providing support, inspiration and expertise. We call this "the bank without money".
The active input and participation from everyone who passes through our doors is crucial when it comes to shaping and nourishing our community.
MAPA has been the starting point of countless creative collaborations and friendships. We look forward to welcoming you!
Artistic leader: Virág Dezsö
Founder & director: Ide van Heiningen
Your chance to get an original Machteld Aardse bird! | ©MAPA
Go birdwatching at our window display: Grote Houtstraat 70 in Haarlem
We ring your bird with a ‘name-tag’.
With this tag you are entitled to the bird and all performances (see below).
By doing this, you directly support the participating Ukrainian artists in the MAPA Theater Laboratory “Procession of Icons” (travel & accommodation expenses).
HAKIM, from Haarlem, will hand over the birds during a special presentation on Saturday August 22.
More info to follow!
MAPA is thrilled to invite, once again, a group of talented Ukrainian students from Kyiv's renowned pantomime and circus school to join our Summer Academy. Mime holds a deep tradition in Ukraine, dating back to Soviet times when it served as a powerful tool for evading censorship. Today, it continues to be an essential art form for expressing the inexpressible.
For decades, MAPA has fostered cultural exchange between Dutch and Ukrainian mime artists, beginning in the 1980s. In light of current challenges, we believe it is more important than ever to sustain this meaningful collaboration. But we need your support to make it happen!
We are launching a crowdfunding campaign to cover travel and living expenses for these young artists during their time at the MAPA Summer Academy. Your contribution will help them refine their artistic skills and create unique solo performances during our workshop, Procession of Icons. These performances will be shared with the local audience at Studio MAPA NL in Haarlem before being brought back to Ukraine.
Due to current travel restrictions for men, all four students are female. By supporting their journey, you contribute to preserving and enriching Ukraine's cultural heritage during these trying times.
workshops, performances, lectures & more
New Maker at work
In 2025-2026 choreographer Tamar Porcelijn is working at MAPA to develop her craft and vision, with support from Fonds Podiumkunsten under the New Makers program.
From weekly mime training to specialised workshops, such as: Musicality of Movement (MoM), Masks, Object Theatre, Theatre Lighting and more.
Develop the tools you need to create your best work.
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Working towards a theatre production? This tailor made program including studio space, technical facilities and artistic coaching will help bring your ideas to life.
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If you are looking to work on a project independently, over a longer period of time, our wonderful studio in Haarlem may be the perfect place.
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Long term support for your artistic and entrepreneurial development as a freelance artist. Including studio access, technical facilities, coaching/mentorship and participation in our workshops. (Min. 1 year.)
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Meet our current members!
Public performances & events in our MAPA theatre, bringing performing arts to the people of Haarlem and surroundings. A well-known spot among our theatre friends and colleagues to share, connect and stay informed. Want to show your work? Let us know!
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