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Poelifinario awards for Smulders, Ostermann and Yentl en de Boer

Smulders, Ostermann, and the duo Yentl en de Boer have won Poelifinario awards at the annual Cabaretgala held in The Hague. The event also featured a musical tribute to the late comedian and writer Paulien Cornelisse.

The annual VSCD Cabaret Awards were presented during a gala held at Theater Diligentia in The Hague. During the ceremony, performer Rundfunk member Smulders secured his first Poelifinario in the Entertainment category for his show Rüdsichtslos, with the jury highlighting his emergence as a prominent figure in the industry. Meanwhile, Ostermann received her second Poelifinario in the Engagement category for her performance De Baas, earning recognition for her unique blend of honesty and absurdity.

Additionally, the musical duo Yentl en de Boer earned their second career Poelifinario in the Kleinkunst category for their show Rekhalzen, praised by judges for its distinct humor and lyrical storytelling. The event also served as a moment of tribute, featuring a musical dedication by Yentl en de Boer to the late comedian and writer Paulien Cornelisse, who passed away last month. The gala remains a significant highlight of the performing arts calendar in the Netherlands.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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