Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Queer organizations challenge Meta's account removals
Dutch queer organizations and civil rights group Bits of Freedom are taking legal action against Meta over the removal of dozens of Instagram accounts. The organizations argue that Meta is acting ille...
My 13-year-old son saying he is ‘done with this damn club’ is proof to me that he is a true Ajax fan
Froukje to release second studio album this fall: 'Can't wait'
Dutch singer Froukje has announced that her second studio album, titled "Kijk je Naar Mij?", will be released on October 2. The artist shared the news on Instagram, expressing her excitement for the u...
Construction of extra cinema screens at De Schuur starts in June; new management: ‘We are looking for provocative productions’
Construction of two additional cinema halls at the cultural center de Schuur in Haarlem is scheduled to begin this June. New directors Marelie van Rongen and Mick Stevens intend to lead the venue with...
'I don't have time for anything else.' Embroidery marathon in Nieuw Akerendam takes its toll on group of residents
Residents of the Nieuw Akerendam center in Beverwijk have been participating in a daily embroidery marathon to create a large-scale artwork celebrating the city's 750th anniversary of market rights. P...
A short night and an ungodly hour, but Justin is at the final and that’s what matters: ‘I’ve been a fan since that day’
Justin Posthumus, a 24-year-old fan from Volendam, traveled to Istanbul to attend the Europa League final between Aston Villa and SC Freiburg. Despite the grueling travel schedule and early hours, the...
Fun day out! Visit this castle near Haarlem during Day of the Castle
During the Pentecost weekend, numerous castles, estates, and ruins in the Haarlem area will open to the public for the "Dag van het Kasteel" event. This national celebration allows visitors to explore...
Review Enough About Me: Stefan Pop delivers cabaret with a capital C
Grey's Anatomy gets spin-off about Texas hospital
The American network ABC is developing a spin-off of the long-running medical drama Grey's Anatomy, which will be set in a hospital in Texas. According to reports from Variety, the new series is expec...
Review: Witty new series Widow’s Bay (think Jaws meets Twin Peaks) has enough jump scares to satisfy horror fans
Whitsun fair in Heemstede kicks off Friday with discount day
The Pentecost fair in Heemstede kicks off this Friday at the Sportparklaan parking lot with a special discount day. Running for four days over the holiday weekend, the event features various attractio...
Weesp: city of pleasure for 671 years
Weesp has a long history as a center for pleasure-related industries, predating Amsterdam's reputation for legal stimulants and entertainment. For over 670 years, the town has generated economic value...
Kylie Minogue kept second breast cancer diagnosis secret for years
Singer Kylie Minogue revealed in her new three-part Netflix documentary that she received a second cancer diagnosis in 2021. The 57-year-old, who was previously treated for breast cancer in 2005, had ...
From tree camp to permanent home: 750 anniversary trees take root in the city
Amsterdam has planted 750 trees gifted by local entrepreneurs to celebrate the city's 750th anniversary. These jubilee trees have been moved from temporary storage to permanent locations across the ci...
Harry Styles stage may be adjusted after complaints about poor visibility
Harry Styles' tour management is evaluating potential changes to his stage design following fan complaints about poor visibility during the 'Together, Together Tour'. A representative confirmed the re...
Harry Styles stage may be adjusted after audience complaints about poor visibility
‘Kees Flodder’ is an unpleasant and unnecessary reunion with the Flodder family
Billy Joel doesn't support biopic: 'They won't get music rights'
Billy Joel has officially stated that he does not support or approve of the upcoming biopic about his life, titled 'Billy & Me.' His spokesperson confirmed that the singer will not grant the productio...
Celebrate 150 years of IJmuiden by bike and discover how the town has changed
On June 6th, the 'Fiets door de tijd' event will celebrate the 150th anniversary of IJmuiden with a commemorative cycling tour organized by the Samen Velsen project. Participants of all ages will have...
Vandaag Inside sits in 36-degree heat ‘in that godawful sun’ and now we know why
Controversial German YouTuber shows youths with firearms in the Bijlmer: "It is reality"
German YouTuber Lucky L 030 released a video showing minors in Amsterdam's Bijlmer neighborhood displaying heavy firearms and discussing involvement in contract killings. While local youth workers des...
Taiwanese author Yang Shuang-zi wins International Booker Prize
Taiwanese author Y!ng Shuang-zi and translator Lin King have been awarded the International Booker Prize 2026 for the novel "Taiwan Travelogue." The prestigious prize was presented during a ceremony h...
Toos & Henk - May 20
Cartoonist Paul Kusters shares his unique perspective on current events through the 'Toos & Henk' comic strip. The comic is published daily from Monday to Saturday.
Cynthia Erivo receives royal honor for services to music
Actress and singer Cynthia Erivo was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) by Prince William during a ceremony at Windsor Castle on Tuesday. She received the royal honor in recog...
Musical Awards: original Dutch musicals made a big impression last season
From ‘Zeeman shame’ to hip brand: departing CEO on a decade of transforming the discounter
The departing CEO of the Dutch discount retailer Zeeman reflects on his ten-year tenure transforming the brand's image from an embarrassing low-budget store into a trendy label. Through strategic inte...
New York art auctions make comeback with record prices
The spring art auctions in New York are experiencing a significant comeback with record-breaking sales for artists like Jackson Pollock and Mark Rothko. In May alone, twelve pieces sold for over $30 m...
Nienke van den Berg plays a leading role in television, but hidden behind the scenes: 'I got a 10 and thought, oh, I can do this'
Nienke van den Berg, a singer from Uitgeest, has been working behind the scenes as a vocal coach for the television show The Masked Singer since 2021. Although she initially dreamed of being a perform...
First Dates gets a new version with beach club on NPO Start
The Dutch dating program First Dates is launching a new spin-off titled First Dates Beach Club on NPO Start in 2027. Broadcaster BNNVARA announced that the new version will replace the traditional res...
Aisha Dutrieux returns to where her father came from
Aisha Dutrieux reflects on her family's connection to Indonesia as her father returns to his birthplace of Jakarta with his granddaughter. She describes the profound sense of belonging she and her dau...