paroolFeb 21, 2026, 02:00

Comedian Eric van Sauers ashamed he doesn’t want to perform in Limburg and Groningen: ‘That arrogance. As if I'm too big for that’

Dutch comedian Eric van Sauers expressed regret for excluding distant Dutch provinces from his theater tour to avoid long travel times, labeling the decision as arrogant. He reflected on his 42-year residency in Amsterdam and his childhood spent in various cities across the Netherlands, including Haarlem. The comedian also discussed the creative process behind his new show, #Unmute, which marks his return to the stage after an eight-year hiatus.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Chatterbox Roderik connects people with each other

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Looking for a friendly chat? Step into the yellow square at the station on Wednesday

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