William of Orange (1533–1584). Father of the Fatherland. Also known as William the Silent. An important figure in the Dutch Revolt against Spanish rule and founder of the Dutch state. With a lasting influence on the Netherlands. As you can see, this is a man with a story. A story that deserves a stage. And that stage is in Delft! Welcome to William of Orange – The Musical.
About William of Orange – The Musical
Willem van Oranje – The Musical is about the life of the Father of the Nation. Think of the struggle for freedom of religion and independence. These are still relevant themes today. This is not a boring history lesson, but a colourful musical. And, logically, it takes place in Delft, a city that is inextricably linked to William of Orange. The Prinsentheater has been built near the Delft campus, with a restaurant, foyer and seating for 1,200 visitors.
- Premiere: 8 February 2026
- Location: Heertjeslaan 16, Delft
Have you already got tickets for William of Orange – The Musical? You can buy tickets for this wonderful musical in Delft through various channels. Good to know: Hotel Delft Centre has its own website where you can buy tickets reliably.
Four packagedeals at Hotel Delft Centre
Hotel Delft Centre offers several packages for fans of this musical about William of Orange. Enjoy a wonderful stay in one of our beautiful rooms, combined with a theatre experience to write home about. Experience the history of William of Orange in an unforgettable way and immerse yourself in the atmosphere!
1. William of Orange – The Musical including tickets
Experience Delft in royal surroundings and put together your own cultural evening. We provide a stylish stay full of comfort, including tickets for the musical..
- Overnight stay in a comfort room
- Welcome drink
- 2x first-class entrance tickets
- Walking route (in Dutch)
- Transport to and from the theatre
- Extensive breakfast
This package is available from €190 per person.
2. William of Orange – The Musical excluding tickets
Complete your theatre visit with a stay at Hotel Delft Centre. Enjoy comfort, atmosphere and the historic city of Delft as the perfect backdrop. Ideal for those who already have tickets but don’t want to miss a thing.
- Overnight stay in a comfort room
- Three-course Orange surprise menu including aperitif
- Walking route (in Dutch)
- Transport to and from the theatre
- Extensive breakfast
This package is available from €129 per person.
3. Princely tasting
Walking. Drinks. Enjoyment. A pleasant and even princely three-step programme. Walking, with a specially made walking map. Drinks, a drinks package with a drink of your choice. Enjoyment, with a capital E.
- Includes walking map (in Dutch)
- Drink of your choice (wine, Prince and Balthasar beer or soft drink)
- Spanish-Dutch snack platter for 2 persons.
For €37,95 per 2 pers. and €18,95 per additional person (up to a group of 6 persons).
4. William’s morning
William who? William of Orange. The father of the nation. You will get to know him better when you take to your feet and stroll through the historic city centre. With a special walking route. With remarkable stories.
- Includes walking map (in Dutch)
- Coffee and/or tea of your choice
- Orange cake
For only €19,95 per 2 pers. en €8,95 per additional person extra (up to a group of 6 persons).
Transport
Are you staying at our hotel? Great. Then we can also make sure you actually get to the Prinsentheater. We offer a special taxi service and also rent out bicycles. The taxi service will drop you off at the door and with a bicycle you can cycle at your leisure through beautiful Delft. This is how it works…
Taxi service
To make your visit even easier, we offer guests the option of travelling to and from the theatre at a fixed rate of €30 per taxi (max. 4 passengers per taxi). You can reserve a taxi by informing reception in good time.
Bicycle rental
For an extra special experience, you can Also rent a bicycle. The theatre is only a 15-minute bike ride from the hotel. Bicycle rental costs €15 per day. This can easily be booked when reserving your room or at reception.
Are you taking advantage of our package deal? Then the choice between bicycle or taxi transport to the theatre is included.
To get a feel for the musical…
The musical is about a distant past, yet it feels so close. It brings the story of William of Orange, the father of the nation, back to life. What does something like that look like? How does such an experience feel? Watch the short trailer and the first cast meeting. (It is in Dutch, but at least you already have a feel for it.)