Arjen Lubach Presents 'The Ballad of Bas' Live in Assen
assen, zaterdag, 12 juli 2025.
Arjen Lubach performed his song ‘The Ballad of Bas’ from his show ‘WARRIOR’ live at the Nieuwe Kolk theatre in Assen. The song tells the story of Bas, a pig who falls in love with Carolijntje van der Plas and ultimately sacrifices his life to be with her. The song offers a critical look at social media and the obsession with celebrities.
Arjen Lubach Presents ‘The Ballad of Bas’ Live in Assen
Arjen Lubach performed his song ‘The Ballad of Bas’ from his show ‘WARRIOR’ live at the Nieuwe Kolk theatre in Assen. The song tells the story of Bas, a pig who falls in love with Carolijntje van der Plas and ultimately sacrifices his life to be with her. The song offers a critical look at social media and the obsession with celebrities [1].
A Critical Look at Social Media
‘The Ballad of Bas’ is more than just a humorous song. It provides a profound critique of the role that social media plays in our society. Through the story of Bas, a pig who is obsessively in love with a famous presenter, it exposes the obsession with celebrities and its impact on individuals and society [1].
Live Recording in Assen
The live recording took place at the Nieuwe Kolk theatre in Assen. This theatre is known for its excellent acoustics and intimate atmosphere, which allows the audience to feel immediately connected to the artist. The performance was well received by the audience, who actively engaged with the story of Bas [2].
Impact on the Cabaret World
Arjen Lubach’s live performance of ‘The Ballad of Bas’ is part of a series of trial performances organised by Ben Goes since 2000. These events provide cabaret artists with the opportunity to test new pieces in a live setting. Notable artists who have participated in these events include Marc-Marie Huijbregts, Eric van Sauers, Dolf Jansen, and Youp van ’t Hek [2].
Availability of the Show
For those who missed the live recording, the full show ‘WARRIOR’ is available on Videoland. This streaming service also offers other cabaret shows by Arjen Lubach and other well-known cabaret artists, including ‘Cabaret Arjen Lubach’ and ‘Lubach’s Comedy Hour’ [3].