Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
'I just have to see it.' Ria van Roon from Heemskerk writes eight-part magical book series Runenritsen
Heemskerk-based author Ria van Roon has written an eight-part magical book series titled Runenritsen. Drawing inspiration from the Heemskerkerduin forest, she utilizes a visual writing style to create...
Dinosaur painting workshop for children at the Pieter Vermeulen Museum in Driehuis
On Sunday, March 8, the Pieter Vermeulen Museum in Driehuis will host a dinosaur painting workshop for children aged four and up. The event is organized as part of the museum's extended exhibition foc...
I have a fascination with statues: an obsession you can lose yourself in
A crowd in the Iranian city of Dehloran was filmed toppling a statue of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to verified footage from Reuters. The incident highlights a recurring historical pattern where...
Israel bans gatherings for Jewish holiday Purim
Israel has prohibited public gatherings for the Jewish holiday of Purim, which begins on Monday evening, due to the ongoing conflict with Iran. The ban prevents traditional communal readings of the Ta...
The Jacksons to the Netherlands in May
Pub quiz for book lovers at Blokker in Heemstede and Cpunt in Hoofddorp
During Book Week, book lovers can participate in themed pub quizzes at two regional locations. The events will take place on March 11 at Bookstore Blokker in Heemstede and the following day at the lib...
Debut album by Culi from Uitgeest released: Every single has a music video.
Pop artist Culi, also known as Philip Kniese from Uitgeest, has released his debut album titled 'WHERE_SHADOWS_DON’T_EXIST_'. The project took two years to complete and includes music videos for eve...
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Rapper Yukkie B dies at 56
Dutch rapper Yukkie B has passed away at the age of 56 following a battle with kidney cancer. His death on Sunday was announced by his former partner on Monday.
Minima Velsen collects croissants, Easter eggs and sandwich fillings to provide families with a nice Easter lunch
Minima Velsen is collecting donations to provide a special Easter brunch for approximately thirty families in need. Organizers Merel Hobbelen and Laura Tettelaar, who provide support throughout the ye...
'The creative process is just as important as the result': everyone can participate in this exhibition at Nieuwe Vide
Artists Jeannette Slütter and Harriet Rose Morley are presenting the exhibition Supporting Acts at the Nieuwe Vide art space, which focuses on the creative process and collaboration. The project invi...
Rijksmuseum discovers new Rembrandt after two years of research
The Rijksmuseum has officially identified the 1633 painting 'The Vision of Zacharias in the Temple' as an authentic work by Rembrandt. The confirmation comes after two years of intensive scientific re...
We thought we really knew Connor Storrie, but it turned out to be a parasocial relationship
Journalist Senna Brammer discusses the phenomenon of parasocial relationships using the example of actor Connor Storrie. The article explores how audiences can feel a misleading sense of personal conn...
Son Mieux plays new album four times in 24 hours upon release
The Hague-based band Son Mieux will perform four special shows within a 24-hour period to celebrate the release of their new album, "24 Hours." The events are scheduled for April 10 and 11 at De Weste...
Orange on top in Flanders. It was so then, and it is now. And back then, there was something with Iran too.
The professional cycling season has unofficially commenced with a race in Flanders, opting for the wet Belgian landscape over warmer climates like Portugal or the desert. The event highlights a tradit...
Nicolaas Veul makes new show in Hungary: 'Overwhelmed by reactions'
Nicolaas Veul traveled to Hungary for the new program Hotline Hongarije to investigate daily life under Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Following a call to the local population, the filmmaker was overwh...
Bull testicles and a goose heart: the Fomo show men go on a culinary tour
It’s raining Dutch records, thanks to spikes and Bicarb, but above all: ‘All successes are inspiring’
Dutch athletes have broken numerous national records during the first two months of the year, showcasing significant improvements in performance across various disciplines. At the Dutch Indoor Champio...
Admire famous masterpieces without visiting a museum at Viva Zorggroep
Viva Zorggroep and MuseumPlusBus are bringing an exhibition of eight replicas of famous masterpieces to nursing homes for elderly residents who cannot visit museums independently. The initiative featu...
Is there a punching bag in the rage room? Are there dishes ready to be smashed?
The WTA tournament in Austin has introduced a 'rage room' to allow tennis players to vent their frustration after losing matches. This marks the first time such a facility, where players can hit punch...
Donor clubs: More diverse donor pool needed to combat inequality of opportunity
The Dutch Transplantation Foundation, Sanquin, and Matchis have joined forces to address the lack of diversity in blood, stem cell, and organ donor registries. Because medical matches are more likely ...
Will this Formula 1 car soon stand forever along the Zandvoort boulevard?
Artist Hans Peters has created a Formula 1 car sculpture to honor 80 years of motorsport in Zandvoort. Peters donated a scale model to the Zandvoorts Museum and is currently seeking a sponsor and muni...
Toos & Henk - March 2
Cartoonist Paul Kusters shares his unique perspective on current events through his daily comic strip, Toos & Henk. The strip is published every week from Monday to Saturday.
Writer Sarah Meuleman (48) granted access to the hidden world of the Amstel Hotel
Four friendly restroom attendants in Amsterdam: ‘We’re actually like hairdressers’
Skating for youth orchestra and musicians with disabilities at Haarlem ice rink raises 4,080 euros
On Sunday, skaters participated in the Lastige Lijven Toertocht at the Haarlem ice rink to raise money for a youth orchestra and musicians with disabilities. The charity event successfully collected a...
Between Art and Choice with Juliet Broersen (Volt) and Sytze Rijpkema (Ja21)
Political candidates Juliet Broersen (Volt) and Sytze Rijpkema (JA21) participated in the program 'Tussen Kunst en Kies' at the STRAAT Museum in Amsterdam to create street art reflecting their politic...
‘Think medieval.’ Enjoying archery and being a knight for a day at the Brederode Ruins opening day
The Ruins of Brederode have officially reopened for a new season, offering visitors medieval-themed activities such as archery and traditional bread baking. The opening day allowed guests to experienc...
Joke Sickmann, champion of industrial heritage in Amersfoort, dies at 93
Joke Sickmann, a prominent advocate for industrial heritage in Amersfoort, passed away last week at the age of 93. She died at her daughter's care farm in Putten, where she had spent her final years.