Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
‘Light’ is a performance for children aged 2 to 6 – and for parents: ‘You experience your child’s reality’
SCP: Vulnerable people hit hard by government plans
The Netherlands Institute for Social Research (SCP) warns that the new cabinet's plans overlook vulnerable citizens in society. The agency expresses concern that the government's expectation for self-...
De Slimste Mens pays tribute to deceased contestant René Karst in first episode
The first episode of the new season of the Dutch quiz show 'De slimste mens' paid tribute to contestant René Karst, who passed away in November. The 59-year-old singer had already finished filming hi...
Hopeful collectors contact Amsterdam museum after discovery of authentic Rembrandt etchings
Experts at the Rembrandt House Museum in Amsterdam have seen a surge in collectors seeking authentication for prints after 35 genuine Rembrandt etchings were discovered in Zutphen. While the inherited...
BBC apologizes for not censoring n-word in BAFTAs broadcast
The BBC has apologized for failing to censor a racial slur during its broadcast of the BAFTA Awards. The incident occurred when activist John Davidson shouted the n-word while two Black American actor...
Lily Collins to play Audrey Hepburn in film about Breakfast at Tiffany's
Lily Collins is set to portray Audrey Hepburn in an upcoming film focusing on the iconic actress and the production of 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'. The project was reported by several American media outl...
Arjan Linker composes for the Netherlands Student Orchestra: ‘In India you play by ear’
David Foster Wallace’s fear of addiction to mindless entertainment seems made for this era
NOS pleased with Winter Olympics viewing figures
The Dutch public broadcaster NOS reported high viewership numbers for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. The sports event attracted a significant audience in the Netherlands over the past few ...
Martijn Krabbé finds voice-over work more fun than presenting: 'It's easier'
Dutch presenter Martijn Krabbé has shared that he prefers voice-over work over presenting, noting that it is easier for him. Krabbé, who is stepping back from on-camera duties due to his diagnosis w...
Alternative Velsen voting guide is unverifiable. ‘Fishing is cultural heritage’
Voters in the municipality of Velsen are facing uncertainty ahead of the upcoming municipal elections in three weeks. Concerns have been raised regarding the alternative voting aid Keus.nl, which crit...
Heemstede Art Fair closes for good. 'Tried everything to breathe new life into the event'
The Heemsteedse Kunstbeurs art fair is permanently shutting down after efforts to revitalize the event were unsuccessful. The multi-day cultural festival had been a regular fixture in Heemstede betwee...
RTL announces second season of game show Pandora
RTL has announced that the game show Pandora will return for a second season. A specific release date for the new season has not yet been determined.
BeamThis! showcases enormous variety of video art: from short films to abstract projections
The BeamThis! exhibition highlights a vast variety of video art, featuring everything from small films to abstract projections. While all participating artists utilize moving images, the showcase emph...
Winona Ryder joins third season of Netflix series Wednesday
American actress Winona Ryder has been cast in the upcoming third season of the popular Netflix series Wednesday. Although her involvement is confirmed, details regarding the specific character she wi...
Silvestro and Salvatore Sotera continue family tradition in Heemskerk: 'Pineapple on pizza... that remains a debate'
Silvestro and Salvatore Sotera have taken over the family-run Italian restaurant Da Pietro in Heemskerk, continuing the legacy started by Pietro Sotera in 2019. The duo aims to provide a welcoming din...
Tofik Dibi, lead candidate for Bij1: ‘I was the ‘brave Moroccan gay man’ until I spoke out about Gaza’
Canadian rock band Rush to perform at Ziggo Dome in early 2027
The Canadian rock band Rush is scheduled to perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on February 23, 2027. Ticket sales for the concert in the Netherlands will begin this Friday.
Glimmer of hope for dilapidated clock tower: ‘Maybe it can become a psychiatry memorial’
Heritage enthusiasts Frank Verveld and Bert Oosterop met with Alderman Thessa van der Windt to discuss the preservation of the dilapidated Meerenberg II clock tower in Bloemendaal. There is renewed ho...
Ronald de Boer joins new SBS6 survival show with daughters
Former footballer Ronald de Boer and his family will participate in the new SBS6 survival series Survive Your Family. The program features four celebrity families who must navigate the Colombian wilde...
Exhibition on IJmuiden’s anniversary and canal has high nostalgia factor
The IJmuiden Sea and Harbor Museum is hosting an exhibition featuring a massive 9-by-6.5-meter aerial photograph of modern-day IJmuiden and the North Sea Canal. The exhibit celebrates the anniversary ...
Nick Reiner arraigned today on suspicion of killing parents after delay
Nick Reiner is being arraigned in a Los Angeles court on Monday on suspicion of murdering his parents, director Rob Reiner and Michelle Singer. The legal proceedings were delayed for one month after R...
Viewing figures public again from April 6, including online viewing
Starting April 6, the National Media Research Foundation (NMO) will resume making viewing figures public, while also incorporating online viewing data for the first time. This updated methodology will...
Finnish artist Teppo Korte exhibits colorful works at KEK: ‘I get my inspiration from nature’
Finnish artist Teppo Korte is currently exhibiting his colorful, nature-inspired artworks at KEK in Haarlem. His pieces often address environmental themes, such as a work depicting a swimmer surrounde...
Studio 100 announces new SingAlong with symphony orchestra
Studio 100 has announced a new concert series titled "Studio 100 SingAlong in Symphony," which is scheduled to take place this autumn in Flanders and the Netherlands. The event will feature artists fr...
She conquered Instagram with dry humor: Now tattoo artist Tamar Tieleman (42) has her own studio in Zaandam
Tattoo artist Tamar Tieleman has opened a home studio in Zaandam following her success on Instagram, where she shares quirky designs and humorous videos. Known for her dry Twente accent, the 42-year-o...
Ten things that stood out in Olympic Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo
The Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo have concluded after two weeks of competition on snow and ice. The article highlights ten notable observations from the international multi-sport eve...
Toos & Henk - February 23
Cartoonist Paul Kusters illustrates his unique perspective on current affairs in the daily comic strip 'Toos & Henk.' The series is published every day from Monday to Saturday.
Kim Lammers: ‘At the Olympics, you need thick skin not to falter’
Former athlete Kim Lammers reflects on the mental toughness and resilience required in elite sports, noting that competition can often be harsh or unfair. Her remarks were made in the context of obser...
