Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Classical for kids: Zandvoort students flock to Peter and the Wolf fairy tale
Hundreds of primary school children in Zandvoort recently attended live performances of the musical fairy tale Peter and the Wolf, presented by the Amsterdam Wind Quintet. The initiative, led by the C...
Toren C actress Maike Meijer had cancer: 'It came at a rather unfortunate time'
Actress Maike Meijer disclosed that she had to postpone the production of her film, Wen Er Maar Aan, after being diagnosed with a malignant tumor on her kidney. Fortunately, the cancer had not spread,...
Travis Scott and Keith Richards on soundtrack for long-awaited GTA VI game
Travis Scott and Keith Richards are set to feature on the soundtrack for the upcoming video game Grand Theft Auto VI. The game, which takes place in a fictionalized version of Florida, is scheduled fo...
Nadav Kander (64) has spent decades photographing celebrities like Obama and David Lynch, but also landscapes in China: 'In many ways, they are just like each other'
Photographer Nadav Kander is highlighting four decades of his work with a new exhibition at the Foam museum in Amsterdam. The collection features a mix of his famous celebrity portraits, such as those...
A marble Muslim woman in the public space: ‘We wanted to give her a positive story’
Artist Narges Mohammadi and four women from Amsterdam-West have created a marble statue of a woman wearing a headscarf. Titled 'As She Is,' the sculpture aims to challenge the male-dominated tradition...
Simply Red to perform two concerts at Ziggo Dome next year
Simply Red will perform two concerts at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on June 19 and 20 as part of their Summer Funk '27 tour. Tickets for the events go on sale on September 25.
19-year-old man receives community service and juvenile detention for assaulting Tamara Elbaz
A 19-year-old man has received a sentence of juvenile detention and community service for orchestrating an assault on Tamara Elbaz at her Amsterdam home in 2024. Despite several participants being con...
Departing harbor master Milembe Mateyo (55) dedicated herself to seafarers' well-being: ‘It can be incredibly lonely’
Outgoing harbor master Milembe Mateyo is leaving her position after years of prioritizing maritime operations and the welfare of seafarers. She highlighted the critical role crews play in port success...
How the Netherlands dropped to 46th place in gender equality rankings: ‘We are wasting so much talent’
The Netherlands has dropped to 46th place in the World Economic Forum's latest Global Gender Gap Index, falling behind several other nations. Experts argue this decline represents a significant waste ...
René Froger suffers from autoimmune disease and must take a rest
Dutch singer René Froger is taking an indefinite break from performing after struggling with the autoimmune disease myositis for the past eighteen months. The 65-year-old artist is prioritizing his h...
Once again David Vlietstra delivers a successful children's book about a relatable, socially awkward outsider
Author David Vlietstra has released a new children's book featuring Joris Pannemans, a highly intelligent but socially awkward protagonist. This work follows his award-winning debut, De lijst van Viol...
Ghost Towns is a modern farce, full of hilarious sitcom dialogue and surprisingly philosophical asides
Siang Lu’s novel Ghost Towns presents a satirical blend of modern farce and medieval fables centered on two narcissistic despots. The book is characterized by its witty sitcom-style dialogue and exp...
Writer Frank Martinus Arion spent a lifetime searching for connection
The biography Uit baldadig hout ben ik gesneden by Mineke de Vries provides new insight into the life and complex personality of writer Frank Martinus Arion. Despite the author's challenging character...
Adèle Yon's (32) great-grandmother was not 'crazy': 'Her suffering stemmed from what her father and husband did to her'
Adèle Yon explores the true history of her great-grandmother in her book, Mijn echte naam is Elisabeth, seeking to dispel the belief that her ancestor was mentally ill. Through her research, Yon conc...
Albert Verlinde brings The Notebook musical to Dutch theaters
Producer Albert Verlinde is bringing the Broadway musical The Notebook to the Netherlands, marking its European debut. The production will feature an original Dutch version of the classic love story b...
'Confiscate their passports': Israeli filmmakers condemned over award-winning Gaza documentary
An Israeli documentary titled Naza earned a lengthy standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival for its critical look at Israeli military operations in Gaza. The film has gained international praise ...
Fighter Tyjani Beztati eyes UFC debut after successful transition to MMA
Former kickboxing world champion Tyjani Beztati has successfully transitioned to MMA, winning his first three fights after leaving Glory. He now aims to earn a UFC contract by competing in the Contend...
Ireland will not participate in Eurovision 2027 either: 'Position has not changed'
Ireland has decided to abstain from the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, citing the humanitarian situation in Gaza and press freedom concerns. The Netherlands is currently weighing its participation opti...
Eloise van Oranje ignores negativity: 'Can't please everyone'
Eloise van Oranje stated that she ignores negative online criticism because she does not believe the opinions of strangers reflect her reality. She focuses her attention on feedback from loved ones wh...
Netanyahu seeks legal change to demand higher damages from filmmakers
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking to increase legal damages for defamation to punish the creators of a new documentary that alleges the Israeli military intentionally targets civilians in G...
Selena Gomez embraces aging: 'I'm not afraid at all'
Selena Gomez has spoken out about embracing the natural aging process, dismissing social media pressure to maintain her look from a decade ago. The singer and actress continues to focus on her career,...
Heritage of the Week | A totally new world: Liga Nieuw Beelden
Atelier Volten is currently hosting an exhibition dedicated to the Liga Nieuw Beelden, a historical association where architects, artists, and designers collaborated. This exhibition aims to shed ligh...
Vatican City submits a film for the Oscars for the first time
Vatican City has submitted the film Green Lava, directed by Lia Beltrami and Ali Aksu, for consideration at the Academy Awards for the first time in history. The documentary focuses on Giacomo Mattivi...
King Charles responds to Diana's brother's book: 'Grief clouds judgment'
King Charles has responded to claims in Earl Spencer's upcoming book, arguing that prolonged grief can distort memories and judgment. The book details a disagreement between the two men following the ...
Where to cheer for runners, road closures and anniversary celebrations: All about the 2026 Dam tot Damloop
The 40th edition of the Dam tot Damloop features a range of running and cycling events held across Amsterdam and Zaandam, highlighted by an expanded entertainment program. Significant road closures an...
Video | New Kids actors return in chaotic Carnaval trailer
Actors from the New Kids franchise have returned in a chaotic trailer for their upcoming project, Carnaval. The film is scheduled to be released in cinemas on November 11.
Two-hour live broadcast about Dolly Parton coming to Disney+ in October
Disney+ will stream a two-hour tribute special titled CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton starting October 21. The broadcast will feature performances and archival foota...
Actress Lena Dunham has become a mother to her first child
Actress Lena Dunham has announced the birth of her first child via a surrogate after undergoing a hysterectomy in 2018. The Girls creator and her husband, Luis Felber, welcomed their daughter over a w...
Singer Charli xcx on Playboy cover: 'When I feel sexy, I'm confident'
Singer Charli xcx discusses her recent Playboy cover shoot, noting that expressing her sexuality through fashion significantly boosts her self-confidence. She also credits her husband, musician George...
Ben Saunders' girlfriend reacts to his death: 'Indescribably large void'
Ben Saunders, the inaugural winner of The Voice of Holland, has passed away at the age of 43 after his body was discovered near Arnhem. His partner has asked for privacy during this time, while a publ...