Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Easter service attracts no new visitors to Engelmundus Church
Easter services at the Engelmundus Church failed to attract new visitors despite the current climate of global unrest. The article reflects on whether people are increasingly turning to religion as a ...
69 percent of young people find festivals ‘too expensive’: free water and saving as solutions
A Rabobank study indicates that 69 percent of young people find festival tickets too expensive, contributing to slower ticket sales for major events like Lowlands and Zwarte Cross. To manage rising co...
Annica Muller wins Amsterdam Kleinkunst Festival final, audience award for Daan Put
Pope calls on world leaders to choose peace in Easter message
Pope Leo XIV urged world leaders to "choose peace" during his first Easter message delivered at St. Peter's Square. Addressing a large crowd, he spoke about the numerous global conflicts without namin...
What is that whale doing on a roof in the middle of the polder?
The newspaper supplement 'AlleTijd' features a three-kilometer walking tour through the historical highlights of Hem in West-Friesland. The route guides visitors through local monuments and scenic are...
Jan Paap surprised by colleagues at Kees Jongert ice club in Heemskerk. Sixty years of volunteering is no small feat
91-year-old Jan Paap was honored for 60 years of volunteer service at the Kees Jongert ice and inline skating club in Heemskerk. The celebration included the presentation of flowers and a commemorativ...
Bob's Burgers actor doing 'relatively well' after being rescued from burning car
Eugene Mirman, the voice actor for Gene Belcher in the animated series Bob's Burgers, is reportedly doing "relatively well" after a serious car accident. On Tuesday, Mirman's vehicle caught fire after...
Stage diva Fien de la Mar failed to fill her own theater, but Wim Sonneveld did
The De La Mar Theater in Amsterdam has a storied history, originating as a failed venture for actress Fien de la Mar before being revived by the popularity of cabaretier Wim Sonneveld. After falling i...
Domestic violence wasn't tolerated in 1844 either: Aunt jailed for two years for abusing niece
In 1844, the Haarlem District Court sentenced a woman to two years in prison and a fine for the physical abuse of her niece. The verdict, which was upheld by the Provincial Court in 1845, serves as a ...
Year 3000 singer James Bourne to undergo 'life-extending surgery'
British singer James Bourne, known for the hit song 'Year 3000,' announced on Instagram that he must undergo major surgery. He described the upcoming procedure as a life-extending operation.
The Greenhouse | We have closets full of junk, the decluttering workshop helps us get rid of it
Climate reporter Jeroen Kraan discusses the issue of excessive household clutter in his weekly column. He explores how decluttering workshops can assist people in reducing their belongings and living ...
The church is dead, long live the church. We renounce faith, but want to keep the church buildings
As religious belief declines in the Netherlands, church buildings are being decommissioned at a rapid pace. This shift has sparked a debate on how to repurpose and preserve these structures for new us...
Steven Berghuis defends Ajax squad after latest setback: ‘There is no common thread’
Ajax midfielder Steven Berghuis defended his teammates following a 1-2 defeat against FC Twente, a result that leaves the club in fifth place in the Eredivisie. Berghuis acknowledged the team's ongoin...
Canceled Houtfestival explores relaunch: 'We are taking a fresh look'
The Houtfestival organization is exploring a potential comeback for the event in Haarlem following its cancellation for 2026. They have partnered with PR agency StartPR to evaluate the future of the f...
How to stop physical and verbal violence against teachers? 'Teachers are being sidelined, even by themselves'
Teachers are increasingly facing physical and verbal aggression from both students and parents, leading to significant distress and disappointment within the profession. School leaders and the broader...
Teacher Sabine blocked the path of a student with a knife. 'Dealing with aggression is the hardest part of our job'
Teacher Sabine Bakker recounts her past experiences with extreme classroom aggression, including blocking a student armed with a knife and facing hostile parents. She currently teaches children of exp...
Do adults know what children want? Are they out of their minds for inventing toy weapons?
Columnist Wouter Klootwijk questions whether adults truly understand children's desires, specifically criticizing the creation of toy weapons. The piece is part of his weekly series that typically exp...
Michaela felt no support from school management when a student spat in her coffee: ‘Young teachers need intensive guidance’
Michaela, a biology teacher from Haarlem, nearly left the profession after a student spat in her coffee and she felt unsupported by her school's leadership in Amsterdam. The incident underscores the c...
City film commission receives five applications daily: "We are more expensive than other cities"
The Amsterdam Film Commission manages approximately five daily requests, overseeing about 80 film and series productions annually while striving to minimize disruption for residents. Although filming ...
Guide Louis shares his experiences on Fort Island: ‘At the very top you have a beautiful view of all the corridors’
Guide Louis 't Hart and a team of volunteers will host a public day at Forteiland in IJmuiden this Sunday. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the historic fortification and learn about its ...
Triple Threat goes down fighting in the playoffs after two games: 'Fought for every ball'
The season has ended for the Haarlem-based basketball team Triple Threat after losing their second quarterfinal playoff match against Den Helder with a score of 74-80. Despite a determined effort, Tri...
Hammer blow in Arena: Ajax lose to FC Twente and drop to fifth place
Ajax suffered a 1-2 home defeat against FC Twente at the Johan Cruijff Arena, moving them down to fifth place in the standings. The loss, featuring a winning goal by Bart van Rooij, further distances ...
Blauw-Wit keep sights on another Korfbal League season
Amsterdam-based korfball club Blauw-Wit secured a 20-22 victory against local rivals AW.DTV in the play-down semifinals, moving closer to maintaining their spot in the Korfbal League. Star player Thij...
Ajax starts Edvardsen against FC Twente, captain Klaassen missing
Oliver Edvardsen will start for Ajax in their home match against FC Twente as the team deals with several absences. Key players including captain Davy Klaassen, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Kian Fitz-Jim, and Y...
Telstar beaten at home by FC Groningen; what worked against national champions fails against Groningen
Telstar suffered a 0-1 home defeat against FC Groningen on Saturday evening, ending their recent run of three victories in four matches. Despite the team's growing confidence, they were unable to equa...
Telstar fail to follow up PSV upset with home defeat against FC Groningen
Telstar suffered a 0-2 home defeat against FC Groningen following their previous upset victory over PSV. Goals from Dies Janse and Jorg Schreuders secured the win for the visitors, leaving Telstar una...
Jacques Hermus on his city Haarlem: ‘My wife and I were sold immediately’
Culinary journalist and author Jacques Hermus shares his favorite locations in Haarlem in the "My City" column of Mezza magazine. He provides local recommendations, including where to find quality ing...
Jim (23) is carillonneur at Plein '40-'45 and also takes requests
Jim, a 23-year-old carillonneur, is one of four young musicians performing on the freedom carillon at Plein '40-'45 in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. The district government decided to hire young talent follow...
Aalsmeer supreme in final to win national handball cup again
Aalsmeer has won their ninth national handball cup and third consecutive title by defeating Hurry-Up 38-33 in the final in Almere. The team overcame a slow start to dominate the second half, remaining...
Ajax talents in the spotlight at Future Cup: They are definitely among them
The Olympia Future Cup is underway at Ajax's De Toekomst training ground, showcasing elite youth talents such as Denzel Darko and Elgyn Hato. The international tournament features prominent clubs like...