Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Video | Gerard Joling on carriage in promo for new reality series season: 'Hilarious'
Duncan Laurence to perform two shows at Carré: 'Long-cherished wish'
Singer-songwriter Duncan Laurence is scheduled to perform two shows at the Royal Theater Carré in Amsterdam on September 19 and 20. During these concerts, he will debut new music and share personal s...
Vellesan College opens two school libraries: ‘Reading is the foundation for students’
Vellesan College in IJmuiden is set to open two new school libraries next week to encourage students to read more frequently. The school initiative aims to support students by emphasizing that reading...
Temptation Island returns to Prime Video, hosted by Rijk Hofman
Temptation Island Benelux is returning to Prime Video, with Rijk Hofman and Annelien Coorevits serving as the hosts. Although a specific start date has not yet been announced, the show marks the comeb...
Epic concert film shows Elvis was singer, conductor, comedian and elite athlete
The documentary film 'EPiC' (Elvis Presley In Concert) utilizes archival footage to provide a fresh perspective on the legendary performer's life and career. It highlights Elvis Presley's multifaceted...
The Collection | The Lepers of Lazarus
The story of Lazarus, the patron saint of lepers, teaches that wealth should be shared with those in need. In contrast, the regents of the Leper House historically disagreed with this principle, creat...
Two friends start a guesthouse in Portugal with no experience: Another classic Ik Vertrek moment
Old fox Snoop Dogg has the most fun at the Melkweg
Emma Roberts to star in series inspired by Bride Wars
Emma Roberts has been cast in the lead role for a new series inspired by the 2009 film "Bride Wars." The project is currently being developed by film studio New Regency in collaboration with the strea...
Toos & Henk - February 26
Cartoonist Paul Kusters provides a unique perspective on current events through his daily comic strip, Toos & Henk. The illustrations are published from Monday to Saturday and offer a humorous look at...
February Strike commemoration: speakers draw links to the present
Amsterdam's Deputy Mayor Rutger Groot Wassink addressed attendees at the 85th commemoration of the 1941 February Strike at the Dokwerker monument. During the event, he drew parallels between historica...
Jan Jaap van der Wal never prepares his jokes for ‘Dit was het nieuws’: ‘I try to be in the moment’
6 unique iftars in Amsterdam: break the fast with a twist
Robert Anthony (1938-2026), of the iconic Brothers Grimm, was a colorful character and Amsterdam legend
Captain Fantastic is a visual spectacle about parenting off the beaten path, but lacks depth
Mara goes crazy meeting Snoop Dogg in person: This is just a dream
American rapper Snoop Dogg visited Amsterdam to open a new coffeeshop and perform two sold-out shows at the Melkweg venue. Hundreds of fans gathered in the city center to catch a glimpse of the star, ...
Artwork in Kostverlorenvaart will not return after years of municipal stalling
February Strike commemoration at Willem Kraan monument: "Paver who stood up for others"
The 1941 February Strike was commemorated in Amsterdam at the monument for resistance hero Willem Kraan in the Nieuw-West district. Kraan, a pavior and strike co-initiator, is honored for his role in ...
February Strike commemoration at Willem Kraan monument: "Paver who stood up for others"
A commemoration of the February Strike took place in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district at the monument dedicated to resistance hero Willem Kraan. Kraan, a streetmaker, was one of the key initiators of t...
Francesco (91) and Agnieta (95) rest in Tilburg, but their missionary work continues in the Moluccas
Two elderly sisters in Tilburg, Francesco and Agnieta, recently reviewed the impact of their long-term missionary work in the Moluccas through photographs taken by Ton Toemen. The article reflects on ...
IKEA plush toy flies off shelves after rejected baby monkey goes viral
Demand for an IKEA orangutan plush toy has spiked after a video of a rejected baby monkey in Japan using it for comfort went viral. The stuffed animal has become a substitute companion for the young p...
Emotional man commemorates February Strike every year: Promised to those who lived through it
Hundreds of people gathered in Amsterdam to commemorate the 85th anniversary of the 1941 February Strike, a massive protest against Nazi raids and the arrest of Jewish residents. Attendees, including ...
Jonas Daniël Meijerplein commemorates February Strike
Fasting for followers during #Ramadan
The author reflects on how Ramadan has shifted from a private, spiritual period of inner work to a more public display on social media. They argue that the fasting month should focus on reflection rat...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam (February 27 to March 1)
This article provides recommendations for activities and events taking place in Amsterdam during the weekend of February 27 to March 1. As the days grow longer, the city offers various engaging option...
Rob Kemps organizes new festival in Aquabest: 'Brabant oasis full of partying'
Artist Rob Kemps, also known as Snollebollekes, is launching a new festival called 'Brabantse Vrienden' at Strandpark Aquabest on September 5. The event is described as a festive oasis that will featu...
New City Archives exhibition for more diverse representation: "Half of Amsterdammers menstruate"
The Amsterdam City Archives has launched a new exhibition titled "Claim Your Space" to improve diversity and representation within the city's historical records. The collection features nine personal ...
Controversy over gay Donkey at Efteling: 'Small, natural joke'
A character named Donkey has come out as gay during a new 'Sprookjesboom' show at the Efteling theme park. This event marks the first coming-out of a character in the park's 74-year history and has sp...
In the film adaptation of ‘The Stranger’, Arab characters are also given a face: ‘Reading the book now is shocking’
