Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
The Tromm family shop returns to the Overtoom as an official Brompton Junction: No one thinks, look at that show-off on a folding bike
The Tromm family has re-established their bicycle shop on the Overtoom as an official Brompton Junction after a nine-year hiatus. The family, which has been in the cycling business since 1931, began s...
Dolly Parton festival coming to Nashville and London next year
A festival celebrating the life and career of the late country legend Dolly Parton will be held in Nashville and London in 2027. The event, which fulfills the artist's personal wishes for a celebrator...
'Above force 5, you just shouldn't do it': gardener Marleen Purmer maintains the 370 planters of the soaring Valley building on the Zuidas
Gardener Marleen Purmer travels to the Zuidas in Amsterdam twice a week to maintain 370 planters located one hundred meters up the Valley building. She uses specialized safety ropes to tend to the gre...
New tram stops for line 26, now extends to Strandeiland
Tram line 26 in Amsterdam has extended its route by two kilometers to serve new stops in the IJburg and Strandeiland areas. Despite previous delays caused by infrastructure issues, the extension is no...
Ajax midfielder Youri Regeer joins German club on loan
Ajax midfielder Youri Regeer has joined German club Werder Bremen on loan with an option to buy. The move comes as Ajax brings in new players, including Sofyan Amrabat, while also sending forward Mahe...
Cor de Bie's (76) apartment in De Pijp is full of French flair: 'I spend three days in the kitchen for my French onion soup'
Cor de Bie, a 76-year-old Amsterdam resident, has transformed his De Pijp apartment to reflect his passion for French culture. He frequently prepares elaborate French meals for guests and enjoys watch...
Party for the Animals Haarlem holds nature walk near Spaarndam
The Haarlem chapter of the Party for the Animals is hosting a guided nature walk through the Land van Gruijters on September 27. Participants will explore the local ecosystem with a guide, and registr...
First NCRV television announcer Tanja Koen (100) has died
Tanja Koen, the first television announcer for the Dutch broadcaster NCRV, has died at the age of 100. She became a pioneering figure in early Dutch television history, presenting various programs and...
PS column ‘In one word’ as exhibition at OBA Oosterdok and on television: ‘Dutch is so practical, but also poetic’
Filmmaker Nafiss Nia has compiled 26 portraits of Amsterdammers discussing their initial experiences with the Dutch language for her column In one word. These interviews will be featured in an exhibit...
The real-life soap called 'number 6' continues at Ajax
TikTokker (43) suspected of CS stabbing to appear in court tomorrow
A 43-year-old TikTok influencer known as Superhuman Unchained is set to appear in court following a stabbing incident at Amsterdam Central station on Saturday. The altercation broke out during a lives...
Van Erven Dorens eats humble pie after row with Klamer: 'I'm a hot-headed little man'
Beau van Erven Dorens and Renze Klamer have reconciled following a professional dispute over the cancellation of their talk show, RTL Tonight. After a period of public tension, Van Erven Dorens has ex...
Three Peter Gillis holiday parks forced up for sale
Three holiday parks owned by Peter Gillis have been placed for forced public auction after he defaulted on a 20 million euro loan provided by businessman Marc van Rooi. Gillis's legal team is attempti...
Second-hand bookstore Sterre der Zee can stay in Amsterdam-West and reopens in new form after renovation
The iconic second-hand bookstore Sterre der Zee will remain at its familiar location in Amsterdam-West following a new lease agreement with Stadgenoot. After an extensive building renovation, the book...
Review: Kobekina’s performance of the slightly dated Elgar fared less well live at the Concertgebouw
Cellist Anastasia Kobekina performed Elgar’s Cello Concerto at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, accompanied by the Residentie Orkest and conductor Kerem Hasan. While Kobekina is known for her high en...
Ferries to operate longer and more frequently from September 1
Starting September 1, the ferry services in Amsterdam will operate more frequently and for extended hours. Detailed information regarding the schedule changes for each specific connection is provided ...
Marius Borg Høiby permitted to attend King Harald's funeral
Marius Borg Høiby will attend the funeral of King Harald on September 9th following the monarch's death at age 89. Borg Høiby is currently appealing a four-year prison sentence for assault and rape,...
Amstel Hotel opens doors during Open Monument Day
The historic Amstel Hotel in Amsterdam is opening its doors to the public for the 40th edition of Open Monument Day on September 12 and 13. Former concierge Aad van den Berg will offer visitors a uniq...
ON! pulls program offline after complaints about Hitler speech segment
The Dutch broadcaster ON! has removed a program from its online platform after a segment featuring a speech by Adolf Hitler caused significant public outrage. Lawmakers and the Media Authority have cr...
Splinter Chabot speaks in Haarlem about identity and mental health
Writer and presenter Splinter Chabot will host a lecture on identity and mental health at the Museum van de Geest in Haarlem on September 10. Held on World Suicide Prevention Day, the event will featu...
Suspect in plot to attack Princesses Amalia and Alexia acquitted
A man accused of planning attacks against Princesses Amalia and Alexia has been acquitted by a Dutch court. The defendant, who suffers from schizophrenia, claimed he held a delusional belief that he w...
Belgian singer Angèle to perform at AFAS Live next year
Belgian singer Angèle will bring her INSTINCT tour to AFAS Live in Amsterdam next year. The artist, known for hits like Fever and Tout oublier, recently performed at the Paris Olympics and just relea...
New Pokémon movie hits theaters next year
A new Pokémon film titled Pokémon: Wild Card has been announced following a teaser reveal at the Pokémon World Championships in San Francisco. Directed by Katsuhiko Kitada and produced by CloverWor...
Victoria Beckham fashion brand turns a profit for the first time
Victoria Beckham Holdings has reported its first operating profit since being founded in 2008, driven by a 15 percent revenue increase and disciplined cost management. The fashion brand’s minimalist...
Talpa shows like Chateau Meiland and Mr. Frank Visser coming soon to Netflix
Netflix and Talpa have partnered to bring over three hundred episodes of popular Dutch shows to the streaming platform. Beloved titles including Chateau Meiland and Mr. Frank Visser will now be availa...
Old Catholic Church in Haarlem elects female bishop
The Old Catholic Church in the Netherlands has elected Erna Peijnenburg as the first female bishop of its Haarlem diocese. She was selected by church members through a traditional voting process and i...
Princess Ariane begins studies at TU Delft, RVD shares new photos
Princess Ariane has officially started her studies at TU Delft after being accepted through the university's standard, highly competitive selection process. The princess follows in the academic footst...
From Marilyn Monroe to Buster Keaton: these are the classics to see at the Haarlem Classic Film Festival
The Haarlem Classic Film Festival returns from September 5 to September 8, featuring screenings of cinematic legends like Buster Keaton and Marilyn Monroe at locations including FilmKoepel and Schuur....
Final episode of Zomergasten draws 257,000 viewers
The Dutch interview series Zomergasten has concluded its final season with a closing episode that drew 257,000 viewers. The long-running program, which debuted in 1988, is being discontinued by the NP...
Sophia from KATSEYE misses Netherlands performance due to mental health issues
Sophia Laforteza of the girl group KATSEYE is taking a hiatus from September 1 to September 17 to focus on her mental health, causing her to miss the group's performance at the Ziggo Dome on September...