Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Hamer: Cabinet must do more to combat violence against women
Mariëtte Hamer, the Dutch Government Commissioner for sexual misconduct, has called on the cabinet to increase efforts and funding to combat violence against women. She argues that the current coalit...
It was lifeless, empty, and cynical from Godts, Ajax, and PEC: Was Ramadan to blame?
Mika Godts and Ajax delivered a lackluster performance during their Sunday match against PEC Zwolle. The article criticizes the lack of energy in the game and questions whether the observance of Ramad...
Rachid Kaddour of Pure & Honest Meat in Weesp: ‘Halal rules determine how meat ends up on the plate’
Rachid Kaddour, owner of Puur & Eerlijk Vlees in Weesp, explains how halal regulations dictate the production of meat products during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. The article highlights the proc...
Concertgebouw Orchestra Review: Brilliant solos are the icing on the cake for Prokofiev
Priscilla Vaudelle, director of 'Black Joy': 'Our joy is also our protest'
In honor of International Women's Day, various theater productions by women of color are being staged across the Netherlands, including Romana Vrede's 'Sisterhood' and Priscilla Vaudelle's 'Black Joy'...
Students invite elderly for iftar: Great to make seniors happy
Students from the Islamic primary school Elif in Amsterdam-Zuid invited local elderly residents to join them for an iftar meal to break the Ramadan fast. The initiative, now in its second year, serves...
Sneevliet Committee holds commemoration for resistance fighters at Westerveld cemetery again this year
The Sneevliet Commemoration Committee is organizing a memorial service on April 12 for revolutionary socialist resistance fighters executed during World War II. The event will take place at the Wester...
Simone Weimans explores colonial past in new docuseries
NOS presenter Simone Weimans explores the colonial history of the Netherlands in her new documentary series 'Simone en de Roofstaat.' Premiering on April 2, the show follows Weimans as she visits four...
Possible conflict of interest in investigation into Muslim discrimination
An investigation by the newspaper Trouw suggests a possible conflict of interest in recent research focused on the discrimination and exclusion of Muslim youth. The findings raise concerns about the o...
Dance performance Instinct creates friction but never cuts deep
Portuguese writer António Lobo Antunes dies at 83
The renowned Portuguese author António Lobo Antunes has passed away at the age of 83, according to his publisher. He was widely regarded as one of the most significant and influential writers in the ...
Comedian Andries Tunru only flourishes when making songs based on audience suggestions
Elly wants to breathe new life into Creative Café in Het Terras community center. 'Who’s joining us?'
Elly Schot, a hostess at the Het Terras community center, is seeking to revitalize the Creatief Café following a decline in attendance after the pandemic. She is inviting more participants to join th...
Heritage of the Week | Post-65 architects in Amsterdam
The 'Heritage of the Week' feature highlights Post 65 architecture located in Amsterdam. This recognition focuses on architectural designs and heritage preservation within the city.
Boijmans welcomes works by female artists on Women's Day
Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen has expanded its collection by acquiring new artworks from female artists Laure Prouvost, Tai Shani, and Mandy El-Sayegh. The announcement of these additions coincides wi...
Jan-Willem Roodbeen and Jeroen Kijk in de Vegte get TV show on NPO 1
Radio hosts Jan-Willem Roodbeen and Jeroen Kijk in de Vegte will host a new weekly television show titled "Jan-Willem Ruimt Op!" on NPO 1 starting May 1st. The program will feature guest artists and a...
Museum of Comic Art in Noordwijk honors 90-year-old artist Jan van Haasteren: More than the popular jigsaw puzzles
The Museum of Comic Art in Noordwijk is hosting an exhibition to celebrate artist Jan van Haasteren's 90th birthday. The showcase explores his entire body of work, highlighting that his career extends...
Dutchman Ryan Song eliminated in San Marino national song festival semi-final
Dutch singer Ryan Song failed to qualify for the final of the San Marino Song Contest after performing his song "Break the Cage" in the first semi-final on Wednesday. He was not among the five acts se...
Anything for fame: VPRO youth series satirizes internet craze
The VPRO youth series 'Snapflat,' directed by Diederik Ebbinge, satirizes the modern obsession with internet fame and social media followers. The show follows Danny, an aspiring folk rapper from the N...
Edison Awards ceremony to be broadcast live on NPO Start for the first time in years
The Edison Awards ceremony will be broadcast live next Monday evening via the NPO Start platform, marking the first time in years the event is available for live viewing. The organization confirmed th...
Son Seth must fulfill the motocross dream of his father and grandfather, but he lacks the fire
Bruce Johnston stops touring with The Beach Boys after more than six decades
Bruce Johnston has announced his retirement from touring with The Beach Boys after more than six decades. The 83-year-old musician, who joined the band in 1965, intends to focus his future efforts on ...
New museums are increasingly becoming experiences: "This is our vortex tunnel"
Amsterdam is seeing a rise in commercial experience-based museums that prioritize immersive environments and social media appeal over traditional art collections. While critics argue these for-profit ...
New museums are increasingly becoming experiences: "This is our vortex tunnel"
Amsterdam is seeing a rise in 'experience museums' focused on social media photos and immersive activities rather than traditional art collections. While these commercial venues aim to make learning a...
Kleverparkfestival ends after forty years: 'It’s run its course, our permit became 1500 percent more expensive'
The Kleverparkfestival in Haarlem is being discontinued after forty years due to a 1500 percent increase in permit costs. It is the second event in the city to recently announce its cancellation, foll...
Toos & Henk - March 5
Cartoonist Paul Kusters provides his unique perspective on current events through the daily cartoon series "Toos & Henk." These illustrations are published every week from Monday through Saturday.
Not another cliché souvenir: the most original Amsterdam gifts to give
Cafe owner Frank Mansro (1947-2026) was ‘remarkably quiet for an Amsterdammer’
'The Bride!' is a feminist interpretation of 'Frankenstein' that falls just short
