Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Original finds from 150 years of IJmuiden in library
The Velsen library will host an exhibition from February 26 to April 8 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of IJmuiden. The display features original historical finds related to the history and devel...
Monumental vaults in Arnhem 'illegally' demolished after fire
Monumental cellar vaults in Arnhem were illegally demolished despite efforts by the municipality to preserve historical remains following a major city center fire last year. Local authorities have des...
Ellie and Hanna score big at the puzzle fair: 'It shouldn't be made of that very thin cardboard'
A busy puzzle fair held this Tuesday at the Zeewijk senior center attracted dozens of visitors looking for new challenges. Attendees like Ellie and Hanna browsed the selection, specifically seeking ou...
Ill Vincent Croiset continues acting and gets married: ‘It felt bitter, things were going so well’
We want to give back: Lorenzo, Evren and Ties to mentor young musical talents in Delftwijk City
Three rappers and producers from Haarlem, named Lorenzo, Evren, and Ties, have taken over the music studio at the Delftwijk City youth center. They aim to mentor and support young local musical talent...
Telstar scarf also popular among AZ supporters
AZ supporters, including Stefan Boerkoop and his mother Willy, gathered to purchase a highly sought-after Telstar scarf. The item has seen significant interest from fans in Alkmaar, who waited in anti...
Warner Bros. working on new Game of Thrones series and film
Warner Bros. is developing a new television series and a feature film set within the Game of Thrones universe. These upcoming projects were reported by several American media outlets as part of an exp...
'What on earth are you talking about, we are being liberated!' shouted Iranian writer Keyvan Shahbazi on Pauw & De Wit
Frank Mansro, 'neighborhood father' from De Pijp, dies at 78
Frank Mansro, the beloved owner of Café Mansro in Amsterdam's De Pijp neighborhood, has passed away at the age of 78. Known as a 'neighborhood father' and a prominent figure in the Surinamese communi...
Harry Styles' sultry new album is the soundtrack for a stadium marathon
'Girls' houses' on WhatsApp popular among teens, but everyone is watching
Young girls are increasingly using WhatsApp as a social media platform to share photos, videos, and private information like school schedules. However, these public groups are often accessible to anyo...
With this new building, minimalism is abolished: the Amsterdam School has a successor
Roxy Dekker big winner at 3FM Awards, voted best artist
Roxy Dekker emerged as the big winner at the 3FM Awards, securing titles for Best Artist and Best Song for her hit "Loser." The ceremony, held at TivoliVredenburg, also honored the band DI-RECT as Bes...
Duncan Laurence will not return to Eurovision: 'In this state, no thank you'
2019 Eurovision winner Duncan Laurence has announced he will not return to the song contest, expressing support for the Dutch boycott of the event. He stated that he does not wish to participate in th...
Neighborhood iftar for youth Sunday in Zandvoort: 'Fast along or just join in'
A neighborhood iftar for youth and local residents will be held at Sportcafé Noord in Zandvoort on Sunday, March 8. The event invites all community members to join, regardless of whether they are fas...
Influencer goes viral after mountain biking through roadworks in Amsterdam-East
Jesus on the ferry to North: artist Oscar de Wit (90) hides small details in his paintings of the city
Amsterdam’s Iranians navigate between celebration and mourning: ‘After partying, I cried’
Between Art and Choice with Zita Pels (GroenLinks) and Daan Wijnants (VVD)
Amsterdam political party leaders Zita Pels and Daan Wijnants participated in the Tussen Kunst en Kies series at the STRAAT Museum to express their political ideals through street art. The program is ...
Actor settles with London theater over Kevin Spacey abuse claim
An actor has reached a settlement with London's Old Vic theater regarding sexual abuse allegations against former artistic director Kevin Spacey. The abuse allegedly took place at the theater, includi...
Why hospitality pop-ups are taking over Amsterdam: ‘It’s a cowboy approach: raw, unique and free’
Johan and Gerard have been together for 62 years: ‘My landlady forbade female visitors, we laughed about that’
Gerard Lubbers and Johan de Graauw have been together for 62 years after meeting in an Amsterdam gay bar. The couple married after 40 years of partnership, noting that they were unable to wed sooner b...
English singer-songwriter Polly Paulusma coming to de Oerkap Thursday: ‘You feel the meaning in a song lyric’
English singer-songwriter Polly Paulusma is scheduled to perform at De Oerkap this Thursday. Following her 2004 debut album, Paulusma gained recognition opening for major artists such as Bob Dylan and...
91-year-old Judi Dench to release memoirs in November
British actress Judi Dench is scheduled to release her autobiography, "Is It Too Late to Make a Run For It?", on November 3, 2026. The announcement regarding the publication was made by St. Martin's P...
Go wild, no eye bags: this house party for over-27s is coming to Haarlem
The house music event Love House is coming to the venue Houtbaar in Haarlem on Friday, March 13. Specifically targeting attendees over the age of 27, the party is designed to allow guests to enjoy a n...
Themed walk about Haarlem women in the colonial era
A thematic walking tour in Haarlem focuses on the roles of local women during the colonial period. The tour highlights figures such as Suzanna Dumion and Adriana Maria Dekker to illustrate their histo...
Nasrah Habiballah steps down as Israel correspondent for NOS
Nasrah Habiballah is stepping down as the Israel and Palestinian Territories correspondent for the Dutch broadcaster NOS. She will remain in her role until May to allow the organization time to find a...
Lucinda Riley's son writes sequel to Seven Sisters series
Harry Whittaker, the son of author Lucinda Riley, is set to release a new novel titled 'Orlando' on November 5th. The book serves as a sequel to the popular 'The Seven Sisters' series and follows a we...
Lieve was abandoned as a baby 22 years ago in De Pijp
Lieve, who was abandoned as a newborn in Amsterdam's De Pijp neighborhood 22 years ago, is searching for her identity in a new podcast series by AT5. The series explores her personal journey alongside...
