Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
A hidden suitcase in the attic revealed this Amsterdam woman's secret NSB past
The 1995 discovery of a hidden suitcase in an Amsterdam attic revealed the secret NSB past of local resident Willy Breurken. Researcher Merel Ligtelijn discovered that Breurken, who grew up in poverty...
These were this week's best-selling books at Scheltema
I only remember bits and pieces of Amsterdam in 1996
Many prominent Amsterdam institutions, including the Johan Cruijff Arena and the Amsterdam Dance Event, are celebrating their thirtieth anniversary in 2024. This wave of milestones highlights 1996 as ...
In the ‘Disco’ exhibition at the Wereldmuseum, you can finally get into the strictest nightclub ever
The Wereldmuseum is hosting an exhibition titled Disco that explores the history and culture of the legendary New York nightclub Studio 54. Beyond just the music, the exhibit provides visitors with an...
De Poldervogel is generous with sweets, skimps on salt, and is otherwise a fine neighborhood restaurant
De Poldervogel is a community-oriented restaurant in the Watergraafsmeer area of Amsterdam founded by local residents. While a recent review highlighted issues with dish preparation, such as an imbala...
Devanshu (34) from Mumbai left Amsterdam twice but kept coming back: 'I was welcomed here with open arms'
Devanshu Dalmia, a 34-year-old from Mumbai, has moved to Amsterdam twice for work and chose to return both times because he felt welcomed. He is now focused on raising awareness about the high levels ...
Amsterdam singer Caro (45) feels like a bit of an intruder in Zuid: 'In the Jordaan I learned as a child: leave your arrogance at home'
Singer Caro discusses her upbringing in the Jordaan neighborhood and her current life in Amsterdam-Zuid in an interview with Robert Vuijsje. She reflects on how her views of the city have shifted over...
With Bissouma, Ajax's midfield gets crowded: is the flow of young talent stalling?
The signing of Yves Bissouma at Ajax has increased competition in the midfield, raising concerns about the potential lack of first-team opportunities for young prospects. Club leadership must now bala...
Alanis Morissette to release her first Christmas album in November
Alanis Morissette is set to release her first Christmas album, titled Good Weather for Immaculate Conception, in November. The album features a variety of traditional carols, previous covers, and new ...
Review: The Ghost Footballer, about an amateur pretending to be a pro, is full of surprises
The documentary De Spookvoetballer chronicles the life of Bernio Verhagen, a fraudster who convinced professional football clubs to sign him by pretending to be a talented player. Currently imprisoned...
Visitors on the film Rose: ‘They didn’t have that tolerance in the 17th century, and they still don’t really have it now’
Audiences have responded positively to the film Rose, noting its powerful exploration of women's autonomy and the struggle for personal identity. Viewers felt the story effectively draws parallels bet...
City Archives reveal Amsterdam blue with 6500 shards from an illegal excavation
Starting this weekend, the Amsterdam City Archives will display 6,500 ceramic shards that reveal the history of 'Amsterdams blauw,' a local variant of Delft blue. Produced for nearly a decade at a fac...
Netherlands returns diamond from Rijksmuseum and other objects to Indonesia
The Netherlands is returning various historical artifacts, including the diamond of Banjarmasin, to Indonesia following evidence that they were acquired through involuntary loss during the colonial er...
Lightsaber from legendary Luke, I am your father scene auctioned
A lightsaber prop from the famous Star Wars reveal scene is being auctioned by Heritage Auctions and is expected to sell for about 1 million dollars. The auction also features numerous other items fro...
Review: Group of artists show the price of belonging at Wayward Sanctuaries
The exhibition Wayward Sanctuaries showcases how artists explore the concept of home through personal relationships and bicultural identities. The featured works highlight the complexities of finding ...
On the role of money in football: the reports on Dolberg's cruciate ligament were distressing
Children's Book Week gift and picture book reach highest circulation in ten years
The Kinderboekenweek has achieved its highest circulation in a decade with over 400,000 copies of its featured books produced. Record sales and a strong presence in the Bestseller 60 list suggest a gr...
Stolen Renoir artworks worth 9 million euros have been recovered
Two stolen Renoir paintings valued at up to 10 million euros have been recovered in good condition following a museum burglary. French police have arrested five suspects, including two identified as t...
Ajax newcomers may debut against NEC, full-backs and veterans sidelined
Ajax newcomers Yves Bissouma and Simon Adingra may debut against NEC as the team deals with several injury setbacks. Key players including full-backs Anton Gaaei and Caio Henrique, as well as veterans...
Podcast | This is why Peter Pannekoek took a jab at Samson and the hitmaker speaks out
This article serves as an introduction to the latest episode of the entertainment podcast De Achterklap, hosted by Lara Zevenberg, Michiel Vos, and Roos de Ridder. The hosts discuss current entertainm...
Topsport Amsterdam office unusable after Olympic Stadium fire
Topsport Amsterdam faces a five-month displacement after a fire in the Olympic Stadium's parking garage caused significant soot and smoke damage to its offices. Despite the facility closure, the organ...
Prince Andrew receives damages after early lease termination
Prince Andrew has secured compensation after his housing contract was terminated decades early, though he previously faced a large fee for property maintenance. Meanwhile, a judge has declared that th...
Jetten calls parliamentary debate on rainbow flag 'a pity'
Prime Minister Rob Jetten expressed disappointment over the political division in the House of Representatives regarding the decision to hoist the rainbow flag for Coming Out Day. Despite opposition f...
Athletics coach Kees honored for founding Parkinson's running group for fellow patients
Kees van den Berg has received a Respect Award for founding a specialized running group for Parkinson's disease patients at the AV23 athletics club in Amsterdam. As he prepares to step down from his r...
Rian Gerritsen and William Spaaij to star in Flodder the Musical
Rian Gerritsen and William Spaaij have been cast as the leads in the upcoming Flodder de Musical, a stage adaptation of the classic 1986 Dutch comedy film. The production, which will also feature Koen...
Review: Pierre-Laurent Aimard pays tribute to the 88 keys of the grand piano
Pianist Pierre-Laurent Aimard launched his residency at the Muziekgebouw in Amsterdam with a challenging program of contemporary music. The concert featured a special performance with composer George ...
ADE 2026: these are the best free parties
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2026 features a wide array of free events across the city, including pop-up parties, art exhibitions, and industry mixers. The diverse program offers music and cultural exp...
Kluun (62) finds Amsterdam too tidy and well-behaved: ‘If you compare the Amsterdam of today to the city of twenty years ago, you think: what happened?!’
Author Kluun expresses disappointment with the changing, overly polite nature of modern Amsterdam, contrasting it with the grittier city of twenty years ago. He also advocates for linguistic evolution...
Review: The Secret Club 3.0 is a colorful collection of fun
De Geheime Club 3.0 is an experimental performance by four young artists that explores themes of time and modern anxiety through music and movement. Developed under the BonteHond talent program, the s...
Students lose energy drinks after police locker inspection
Students at a school in Nieuw-West had energy drinks and nicotine pouches confiscated following a locker inspection conducted by school staff and the police. Authorities stated the search was intended...