paroolFeb 21, 2026, 02:00

Comedian Eric van Sauers ashamed he doesn’t want to perform in Limburg and Groningen: ‘That arrogance. As if I'm too big for that’

Dutch comedian Eric van Sauers expressed regret for excluding distant Dutch provinces from his theater tour to avoid long travel times, labeling the decision as arrogant. He reflected on his 42-year residency in Amsterdam and his childhood spent in various cities across the Netherlands, including Haarlem. The comedian also discussed the creative process behind his new show, #Unmute, which marks his return to the stage after an eight-year hiatus.

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

Chatterbox Roderik connects people with each other

Roderik Schaepman has launched the Week of the Conversation, an initiative aimed at encouraging social interaction to combat loneliness and declining communication skills. By setting up designated spaces at locations like the Haarlem train station, he encourages people to overcome social hesitation through simple steps like greeting and complimenting strangers.

Looking for a friendly chat? Step into the yellow square at the station on Wednesday

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After deadline debacle came emergency signings, purchases and one survivor left up front at Ajax

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Natural trumpet proves to be a nuisance during performance of Brandenburg Concertos at the Concertgebouw

Masato Suzuki led the Bach Collegium Japan in a performance of four Brandenburg Concertos at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. While the ensemble demonstrated its signature warm and precise musicality, the performance was hindered by intonation struggles with the natural trumpet and occasional purity issues.

Focus on late ADHD diagnosis in women during lecture in Haarlem

Psychologie Magazine and the Museum van de Geest will host a lecture on late ADHD diagnoses in women on November 26 in Haarlem. Psychiatrist and researcher Dr. Dora Wynchank will share her expertise on the subject during the evening event.