Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Frederik Brom and Ricky Koole to star in theater show Huisgenoten
Actors Frederik Brom and Ricky Koole will star in the upcoming theater production Huisgenoten starting next year. The play follows a divorced couple forced to continue living together due to the housi...
Amsterdam police sound alarm as WhatsApp ‘girls' houses’ attract thousands of strangers: ‘Anyone can watch’
Amsterdam police are warning about public WhatsApp channels known as 'meidenhuizen' where teenage girls share private photos and personal data. Youth officer Mahasin highlights the danger of thousands...
Men wanted: Take It Easy choir faces severe shortage. 'The three of us have to work incredibly hard,' says bass Ed
The Haarlem-based pop and musical choir Take It Easy is facing a severe shortage of male members, with only three basses currently in the ensemble. Chairperson Anneke Groen expressed the need for more...
Annual Vijfhoek Art Route reveals 'The Secret of Haarlem' in characteristic streets and courtyards
The annual Vijfhoek Art Route will take place on May 30 and 31, 2026, in the Vijfhoek neighborhood of Haarlem. This year's theme, 'The Secret,' invites visitors to explore art across various hidden lo...
Singer Jacques Herb has had no contact with his eldest sons for fifty years
Dutch singer Jacques Herb revealed that he has not had contact with his two eldest sons for over fifty years. The 79-year-old admitted that the estrangement occurred because he was too focused on hims...
Without the previous resident’s roughly 150 plants, Veronique’s apartment suddenly seemed much larger
Kromhoutstraat glass fish saved from gathering dust; take them home during Vissenloop and VissenRun
Decorative glass fish from the Kromhoutstraat retaining wall are being repurposed and offered to the public during the Vissenloop and VissenRun events on May 30 and 31. Participants can take a fish ho...
Ollie, goofy, slide & grind: five ultimate skate spots in Amsterdam
Frits Spits receives award for contribution to the Dutch language
Former radio presenter Frits Spits has been awarded a medal of honor by the Taalunie. The distinction honors his significant contributions to the Dutch language across radio and media platforms.
Ginny Weasley actress leaves Harry Potter series after one season
Eleven-year-old actress Gracie Cochrane will not return as Ginny Weasley in the second season of the new Harry Potter series on HBO Max. Her family announced her departure, stating she had to leave th...
Media watchdog warns of democratic risks from feeds
The Dutch Media Authority (CvdM) has warned that social media recommendation algorithms pose a threat to democracy by impacting the free formation of public opinion. Based on an analysis of these feed...
Toos & Henk - May 19
Cartoonist Paul Kusters publishes his daily comic strip Toos & Henk from Monday to Saturday. The strip offers a unique perspective on current events and the news.
Festival organizers nervous after Music On cancellation: ‘You double-check every permit’
Flea circus in Amsterdam's smallest theater celebrates Jordaan heritage: ‘A trip down memory lane for grandparents’
Funny bedtime stories by Sarah Arnolds, Alex van Warmerdam and Arnon Grunberg
The article suggests that bedtime stories can be an enjoyable way for adults to end their day. It recommends specific titles by authors Sarah Arnolds, Alex van Warmerdam, and Arnon Grunberg, such as '...
Artist Zoro Feigl tests the laws of nature: ‘I keep seeing things I want to do something with’
Video | Disguised actor removes helmet and surprises Star Wars fans
Adults should also read children's books more often, says Renske de Greef, who wrote her first children's book
Author Renske de Greef has published her first children's book, 'Pip en de waarheid over eenhoorns', which utilizes humor and fantasy to address real-life complexities. De Greef, who recently relocate...
Fans pay hundreds for VIP tickets but can barely see Harry Styles: ‘I only saw a bridge’
Women at the helm of Velsen ferry: ‘It’s still a man’s world’
The Velsen ferry has welcomed its first all-female crew duo, consisting of skipper Nicole Dijkhuizen and ferry guard Bibi Vink. The pair began working together earlier this year, marking a significant...
British Married at First Sight brides say they were raped during filming
Two women who participated in the UK version of Married At First Sight have alleged they were raped during the show's production. A third woman has also reported an incident involving an alleged sexua...
Dr. Hook founder and singer Dennis Locorriere dies at 76
Dennis Locorriere, the lead singer and co-founder of the American rock band Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show, has passed away at the age of 76. He reportedly died following a battle with kidney disease.
Clown Docus turns children's party into a magical adventure: 'A little boy asked me if I could make a roller coaster out of balloons'
Robert Oude Kotte, performing as Clown Docus, is a magician and balloon artist who transforms children's parties into magical adventures. He shares his enthusiasm for his craft and recalls unique requ...
Another ‘silent force’ lost to the newsroom: GerBen van ’t Hek feels ‘tears for the mortar between the bricks’
GerBen van ’t Hek mourns the loss of a colleague, describing them as a "silent force" who served as the essential "cement" of the editorial department. The tribute highlights how crucial such behind...
Pickles and cheese now together in one tub: ‘Even easier to enjoy this typical Dutch combination’
Smeerkaas manufacturer ERU and pickle producer Kesbeke have collaborated to launch a limited-edition spreadable cheese containing bits of Kesbeke pickles. The new product, which highlights a popular D...
Norwegian Queen Sonja cancels meeting with Indian PM due to heart problems
Queen Sonja of Norway cancelled her scheduled appointments at the royal palace in Oslo on Monday due to heart issues. The 88-year-old monarch is reportedly suffering from atrial fibrillation, accordin...
‘And yet there are still people who think it’s their fault!’: Hanna Verboom investigated mental health in the Netherlands
'It's pure greed': why we are queuing en masse for a plastic watch
Large crowds queued globally last weekend for the release of a new watch collaboration between Swatch and the Swiss luxury brand Audemars Piguet. Despite criticism from watch connoisseurs regarding th...
This house photographer for the Concertgebouw captured over 2,000 images of the Mahler Festival 2025: ‘Timing is essential’
Telstar book deadline pushed back due to 'The Penalty Kick'
The publication deadline for the book 'Voor altijd 63', marking the 63rd anniversary of the Dutch football club Telstar, has been postponed to include a new section titled 'The Penalty'. While the lay...