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De Zomerton is a stand-up comedy evening held at the beautiful Mariahout Open-Air Theatre.

Presenter – Rob Scheepers (Helmond)

Rob Scheepers has been a born entertainer from a young age. As the "class clown," he knew one thing for sure: making people laugh—that is his strength. In 1997, he took his first steps on TV with Moppentoppers, after which he dove into the barrel as "The Jerk of RTL 4." Since then, he has been conquering stages in Helmond and far beyond. With his smooth patter, humor, and infectious energy, he hosts the evening seamlessly. Rob is a presenter, so he does not deliver a routine, but rather pure atmosphere and connection.

Dirk Kouwenberg

Dirk Kouwenberg from Nuland belongs to the absolute top of the stand-up comedy world. He is one of the few to have claimed all the major titles, including Brabant Champion, Supreme Chatterbox, and Southern Netherlands Stand-Up Comedy Champion. In 2026, he also won “De Vergulde Lampekap”. His style? Enthusiastic, razor-sharp, and lightning-fast with wordplay. With his unique timing and strong audience interaction, he effortlessly holds every room in his grip.

Iveke van Gerven

Last year, Iveke van Gerven performed in the open-air theater for the first time with her creation ‘Suus Infuus’. That performance left her wanting more: she visibly enjoyed the audience, the atmosphere, and the unique location. Her warm demeanor and recognizable humor make her a welcome guest on stage. With her characters, Iveke manages to create a perfect blend of emotion and humor. This edition, too, she is ready to surprise and entertain the audience with a different character.

Joep de Wildt

Joep de Wildt dreamed for years of one day standing on the stage of the Keiebijters Kletstoernooi himself. In 2019, he seized his opportunity via a wildcard and won immediately on his debut with his act “De Kleinzoon” (The Grandson). What started as a one-off adventure grew into a successful tour of venues in Brabant, Limburg, and Gelderland. In 2026, he achieved 2nd place at “De Vergulde Lampekap” (The Gilded Lampshade). With his tall tales and recognizable humor, he puts every audience on edge. In 2026, Joep made history again. With his act Tony H., he won the Keiebijters Kletstoernooi (Keiebijters Chat Tournament) and crowned himself Brabant Champion. He will also be performing this winning act in our theater!

De Skoepies

De Skoepies bring slapstick and nonsense cabaret to every carnival stage. This Helmond duo – Makkus & Rool – guarantees hilarious sketches and comical songs in unadulterated “Hellemonds” dialect. Musical, interactive, and peppered with cheerful banter, they turn every smile into a roar of laughter. The audience is invited to sing along, clap, and chat. Because, as they say themselves: “A smile on your face is the best!!”