Prologue
A degree in industrial psychology, 10 years of work experience in stagecraft, and a passion for theatre motivate me. These are the three threads in my life that converge in TOT, the company that I founded in 2002.
During my studies, I researched political decision-making and the groupthink theory by Irving Janis. I also became a social skills trainer and chose modules like conflict management and group dynamics.
Studying
In addition to industrial psychology, I studied theatre science at the University of Utrecht where, after the first year, I opted for subjects covering dance and art theory. During my career I have broadened my knowledge in management, theatre and computer science by taking a range of courses, such as time management, project work, marketing, negotiation skills, rigging and safety, as well as computer courses such as Advanced Excel, MS Access, Databases, SQL, HTML, MS Visio and Visual Basic. » read on about Background – industrial psychology
The heartbeat of TOT
The technological, organisational and events centre point. All interests on the same page. Clear proposals, practical interventions and bold actions: this is where the strength of TOT lies, as well as its core services.
The broad outlines and detail
The broad outlines are important, but the smallest details are too. Take a concert, for example. The musicians and the visitors must have a fantastic evening, which is only possible if the technology is scheduled properly. However, the ambience in the foyer, the cloakroom attendant’s smile and the ease of ordering on the website play just as important a role. » read on about Vision – The technological, organisational and events centre point
A passion for theatre at work
TOT specialises in technical production of international touring companies in the Netherlands and Belgium. Dance, musical theatre and opera are TOT’s best-loved genres. » read on about Tours – At home and abroad
All interests on the same page
TOT has been tried and tested in coordinating international festivals. A festival demands everything that preparing for a tour does, but in a more condensed format. » read on about International festivals – the centre point
History
TOT is owned by Marijcke Voorsluijs. Prior to founding TOT in 2002, she was active as a photographer and theatre technician under a different company name. » read on about Stagecraft – background
Technical production
Start with the Calendar or the Production Overview.
Click:
- On a city for all performances taking place there in the current season;
- On a theatre for more information about the venue, technical details, the route, and to see all the performances from the current season onwards;
- On a company for images and background information about the group and creators;
- On a performance title for more information about the production and to download the technical rider and Production Risk Assessment Inventory (PRAI).
TiP
Performance days marked with TiP fall outside of TOT’s productional responsibility, but TOT finds that the performance is remarkable enough to inform you about it and to tempt you into going to see it. Wherever possible, a link to the order information on the theatre’s website has been placed on the right-hand side.
View performances coming soon on the Calendar.
Read how the Technical Production section of this website was made.
A wealth of Dutch dance in a single weekend
From urban dance to classical ballet, from renowned choreographers to raw talent, with an exciting and diverse program of dance performances that grabs you by the throat, that evokes peace and tranquillity or that tackles interesting interactions. This festival takes place every year at the start of October in Maastricht. » read on about Nederlandse Dansdagen
Rich flamenco tradition in full swing
The vanguard of and world’s best in flamenco gathers in the Netherlands for the Flamenco Biënnale. The Biënnale invites dancers, choreographers, singers and guitarists who with their vision, bring to life the centuries old dance and music format, as well as giving it a modern slant. Nearly all 27 performances for the 2011 festival were fully sold out. With dozens of workshops, readings and master classes all full to the brim, it is no wonder that the Flamenco Biënnale attracted 10,000 visitors. » read on about Flamenco Biënnale
The raw talent and great masters of contemporary dance
Julidans presents the enfants terribles and great masters of contemporary dance. The one does not exclude the other by the way; many Julidans choreographers are both. Besides well-known creators (incl. Maguy Marin, Wim Vandekeybus and Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui), Julidans also presents a new generation in Julidans NEXT. The festival also distinguishes itself with non-Western dance from South America, Africa and elsewhere – performances that are rarely or never seen in the Netherlands. » read on about Julidans
Contemporary international performing arts
Van Baasbank & Co, founded by Jaap van Baasbank and JG Baggerman in 1985 in Amsterdam, is an international producer of multidisciplinary performing arts, including modern dance, musical theatre, percussion and literary programmes, everything from one-man shows to operas with a cast of 50 (and a horse) on stage. The performances know no language barriers and are artistically ground-breaking. Van Baasbank & Co is the executive producer of Julidans; the former company name is Van Baasbank & Baggerman. » read on about Van Baasbank & Co