A female protagonist doesn’t make ‘The Architect’ a contemporary play

Film music takes center stage at Composers Soundtracks Festival: ‘Without music, the image loses its dimension’

Beth Ditto and Billy Porter at opening of Pride Village on Museumplein

Artists Beth Ditto and Billy Porter will headline the opening of Pride Village at Amsterdam's Museumplein on August 4th as part of the World Pride celebrations. The location will serve as the event's central hub for a week, featuring food trucks, bars, and performances from both international and Dutch musicians. Local artists Emma Kok and Paul Morris are also scheduled to perform during the opening concert.

Netherlands buys found medieval gold ring for over 83,000 euros

The Dutch state has purchased a medieval gold ring dating from the 9th or 10th century for 83,150 euros. The piece of jewelry will be added to the National Collection and loaned to a museum for exhibition.

Star chef Nick Bril speaks about accident in documentary: 'Worthless years'

In the documentary Rauw, star chef Nick Bril speaks publicly for the first time about the 2024 accident he caused that left his sous-chef, Joe Claridge, with life-altering injuries. Bril reflects on the emotional toll of the incident and describes the time since as a worthless period in his life.

Kanye cannot be kept away, but cabinet will monitor concert closely for antisemitism

The Dutch government announced it has no legal means to deny rapper Kanye West entry to the country for his scheduled concerts on June 6 and 8. State Secretary Claudia van Bruggen stated that authorities will closely monitor the performances for any potential antisemitic hate speech.