Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Pink banknotes and unity during Pride Haarlem: "Too special to spend"
The third edition of Pride Haarlem featured a large Pride March and community festivities centered around the theme of unity. A unique highlight of the event was the introduction of specially designed...
Reality series about Frans, Gerard and Wolter: we love watching folk singers
Dutch singers Frans Bauer, Gerard Joling, and Wolter Kroes are opening up their private lives to camera crews for new reality series. The show aims to connect with viewers by highlighting the ordinary...
Wonderwall climbs back to number 2 in UK charts after thirty years thanks to World Cup
The Oasis song 'Wonderwall' has reached number two on the British music charts, matching its original 1995 peak. The resurgence of the rock ballad is attributed to the ongoing influence of the World C...
Summer clothing is flying off the shelves: experts say these summer dresses are a must-have
As summer sales begin, fashion experts have identified seven key dress trends that are currently popular. Consumers are encouraged to take advantage of the discounted prices to update their wardrobes ...
Young Mona Keijzer was a tomboy, fearless and untamable: A very difficult teenager
This article explores the childhood and early personality of Mona Keijzer, describing her as a strong-willed, fearless girl from Volendam who defied traditional expectations. It traces her journey fro...
Moulin Rouge! set flooded by sprinklers, shows cancelled
The set of the Moulin Rouge! musical in Utrecht was damaged on Friday after the sprinkler system was accidentally activated. Due to the incident, upcoming performances of the show have been canceled, ...
Janine Abbring has no regrets over commercial that cost her Wintergasten role
Janine Abbring stated that she has no regrets about appearing in a commercial for an online bank, which previously cost her the opportunity to host the interview program Wintergasten. Although the sit...
Twenty years of nature conservation work goes up in flames after fire at Middenmeer sports park: ‘We will really have to start over’
Peter Jackson to direct first film in twelve years with new Tintin project
After a twelve-year hiatus from directing feature films, New Zealand filmmaker Peter Jackson is set to return to the director's chair. His upcoming project is expected to be the second installment in ...
Why the local fireworks shows are not happening, and why politicians knew it all along
Proposed local firework shows, intended to offer an alternative to a national fireworks ban in the Netherlands, are failing to materialize. Members of Parliament had previously warned that these local...
GTST under fire after cliffhanger: 'Unfair to compare with 20 years ago'
The Dutch soap opera Goede Tijden, Slechte Tijden is facing renewed criticism regarding its relevance and investment potential following a disappointing cliffhanger performance. Critics are debating w...
The great Amsterdam festival guide for 2026: where you want to go this summer
This article provides a comprehensive guide to the summer festival season in Amsterdam for 2026. It highlights a variety of events, including techno, theater, and music performances, to help residents...
Martin Garrix announces new single with U2 at Tomorrowland
Dutch DJ Martin Garrix announced his new collaborative single 'Fire Flies' with U2 during his performance at Tomorrowland in Antwerp on July 24. The track was debuted live on stage with an appearance ...
Screen Time | Teenagers recreate the Netherlands in Minecraft: 'It will never be finished'
In the 'Schermtijd' column, tech reporter Rutger Otto discusses a long-term project where teenagers are attempting to recreate the Netherlands within the game Minecraft. The endeavor has been ongoing ...
A joke turns Cas's (35) life from Helmond completely upside down: 'My father was not my father'
Cas Reijnders discovered that his father was not his biological parent after a lighthearted investigation into his origins turned serious. He uncovered evidence of malpractice involving sperm donation...
Mick Harren's girlfriend treated again after complications
Kim, the partner of Mick Harren, is facing new health complications just days after being treated in intensive care following her recent delivery. She remains under medical care as she deals with thes...
Cees Geel's family opens digital condolence register for work memories
The family of actor Cees Geel, who passed away earlier this week, has opened a digital condolence register. They are inviting the public to share memories of Geel and his professional work on this pla...
Veerle moved to England: 'Even buying a sponge was suddenly an adventure'
Veerle, originally from Haarlem, moved to Reading, England, last year. She shares that the experience of emigrating involves adjusting to small, everyday tasks that can become challenging in a new cou...
Underwater concert at Marnixbad: "Almost a meditative experience"
Visitors at the Marnixbad in Amsterdam are attending a unique underwater concert created by Pak Yan Lau, Thomas Jaspers, and Herman van den Muijsenberg. Inspired by a 48-year-old performance by Max Ne...
Underwater concert at Marnixbad: "Almost a meditative experience"
Visitors at the Marnixbad swimming pool in Amsterdam are attending a unique underwater concert created by artists Pak Yan Lau, Thomas Jaspers, and Herman van den Muijsenberg. The performance, which dr...
If you are looking for subtlety, Nikotin is not for you: these are flavors with exclamation marks (8.5)
These were the best-selling books at Scheltema this week
Actor Maarten Heijmans' Amsterdam: 'My bikes have been stolen more often by the city than by a junkie'
Curator Justin's style: 'Black helps ground me, I wear white for energy'
The 26 of 26: these are Amsterdam's biggest young talents according to Het Parool
Struggle of queer Amsterdammers often leads to resilience and pride, exhibition at Stopera shows
B&B vol liefde is no longer a guaranteed TV hit: what ingredients does the upcoming season need?
Writer Stéphanie Hoogenberk felt lonely when she first lived in Amsterdam: I called my parents all day long
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