How long is the show?

The performance runs roughly one hour, with occasional brief intros or post-show time at the box office.

What language is the show in?

The material is primarily in English with moments of accent and cultural translation; expect accessible, contemporary comedy.

Where do I meet or check in?

Meeting point and venue address is Rozengracht 117 — follow the listing or ticket confirmation for exact entry instructions.

Are there age restrictions?

No age limits were specified in the listing; use discretion as the show contains adult themes and cultural commentary.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility details were not provided in the listing; contact the box office or ticket provider for current access information.

Can I buy tickets at the door?

Tickets may be available at the box office or online; availability varies by performance so check listings and arrive early if buying in person.

Nadine Froughi: Daydreamer — High-Energy Comedy Hour on Amsterdam’s Rozengracht

Stand-up meets daydream on Amsterdam’s Rozengracht. Nadine Froughi: Daydreamer is a high-energy debut hour performed at the theater at Rozengracht 117 in Amsterdam’s historic canal belt. The show threads original songs, PowerPoint gags, and multimedia into a rapid-fire exploration of identity, cultural confusion, and the small, furious delights of being female and single in a connected world. What sets this hour apart is its willingness to move beyond jokes into theatrical moments: a karaoke-ready chorus, a slide deck that becomes a running joke, and a cadence that shifts from punchline to sincere observation without missing a beat.

Arriving at the theater feels like stepping from a brisk canal-side bike ride into a bright, intimate room where laughter arrives like a communal exhale. The venue sits amid 17th-century canal houses and cobbled streets carved into Amsterdam’s reclaimed polder landscape; the city’s low-lying geography and concentric canals form the real-life backdrop to an evening that pairs outdoor exploration with a tight indoor performance. For travelers who spent the day wandering bridges and market stalls, this show is an ideal way to refuel: quick, inventive, and staged within easy walking distance of Leidseplein and the Nine Streets.

Nadine’s material plays to a modern international crowd—expect English with moments of accent and cultural translation. She asks the small questions that stick with you later: Where am I really from? Who deserves a theme song? Did this bit actually require a PowerPoint? These lines land against songs about karaoke obsession, an oddball frog joke, and an exacting brand of feminine rage that feels frank more than performative.

Practical details matter: the performance runs roughly an hour, the room is intimate, and the energy depends on audience responsiveness. The venue’s multimedia setup lets visuals and music carry jokes beyond stand-up’s usual constraints, so even guests who rarely watch comedy will find hooks to latch onto. The experience is local culture as nightlife: part improv tradition, part polished one-person show, and a sharp counterpoint to the city’s outdoor charms.

Tickets are sold through local box office and online platforms; check showtime listings and arrive early to claim a seat near the stage. Meeting point is Rozengracht 117 — easy to reach by tram, bike, or a walk from Central Station. For visitors who like to plan, pairing the show with a canalside dinner or an evening bike ride creates a full-night itinerary that shifts smoothly from urban daylight to lively performance tonight.

This show is a standout cultural stop in Amsterdam's canal-ring neighborhood, offering compact, theatrical comedy that complements outdoor exploration. It’s an evening for travelers who want local flavor off the typical museum circuit—a short, intelligent, and unexpectedly musical way to spend a night in the city.

About Boom Chicago

Boom Chicago is an improv theatre and comedy venue based in Amsterdam, Noord‑Holland. The company programs a wide range of live entertainment, including short-form and long-form improv shows, stand-up comedy nights, special events, and workshops through its Academy.

Boom Chicago's calendar features headline performances such as The Famous Boom Chicago Comedy Show, Improv Spectacular, Sunday Night Live, and rotating guest acts including Ed Gamble, Fábio Porchat, Laureano Márquez, and international tours like Comedy Link Up featuring Jordan Rock.

The venue offers structured training with multiple Academy levels and electives: Intro to Improv, Level 2 (The 2‑Person Scene), Level 3 (Building Character), Level 4 (Advanced Scenework and The Joy Of Short‑Form Games), and Level 5 classes focused on long‑form play and hosting. Additional Academy programming includes musical improv intensives, comedy writing electives, student shows, and public jams and community nights such as Indie Night and Sketch Comedy Night.

Special events and collaborations are part of the program lineup — examples include Magic Bingo Brunch, Boom Gone Country monthly nights, Pro Wrestling Holland Live x Boom Chicago, and themed meet-and-greets with figures like Sjaak Swart. Premier seasonal and ticketed events range from Slide Slam PowerPoint Karaoke to holiday dinner-and-comedy shows.

Located in Amsterdam, Boom Chicago presents both local community nights and international touring acts, serving audiences and students seeking live comedy, improv training, and curated entertainment in Noord‑Holland. Show dates, times, and ticket information are listed per event to help visitors plan attendance and choose performances or classes in advance online easily.