Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Olivia Rodrigo to perform twice at Ziggo Dome next year
Olivia Rodrigo will perform two concerts at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on March 23 and 24 as part of her Unraveled Tour. Special guest Grace Ives will join her for these performances scheduled for ne...
Juliana van Stolberg school undergoing major renovation: part of the roof removed
The Juliana van Stolberg School in Castricum is currently undergoing extensive renovations, which include the removal of a significant portion of its roof. The construction site currently features a l...
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Setting up Bevrijdingspop under a clear blue sky
Preparations for the Bevrijdingspop festival are currently underway as workers set up stages under clear blue skies. The event is a popular music and freedom celebration held annually on Liberation Da...
Previously banned queer accounts return to Instagram
Several Dutch LGBTQIA+ Instagram accounts that were recently removed without explanation have been restored to the platform. Despite the accounts being back online, administrators report they have sti...
Some Amsterdam queer accounts back on Meta without explanation: ‘Back in the arms of the toxic ex’
Clyde S. (52) placed toxic mothballs in children's corner of OBA De Hallen to 'ward off evil spirits'
No, it’s not that nobody wants to row with Roos de Jong anymore; Haarlem athlete switches to skiff before focus returns to home World Championships
Haarlem-based rower Roos de Jong will compete in the skiff category at the upcoming World Cup in Seville before returning to the double sculls. Her main objective for the season is the World Champions...
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Subsidy for small cultural institutions
Small cultural institutions in Haarlem with fewer than three full-time employees can apply for a subsidy of up to €30,000 starting April 30, 2026. The city has allocated €500,000 for investments i...
World of Dinos at former Casino Zandvoort for next two years. ‘Learn what life was like more than two hundred million years ago’
The 'World of Dinos' interactive exhibition has opened in the former Casino in Zandvoort, where it will remain for the next two years. The educational display features detailed, life-size models of pr...
Stephen Fry demands £100,000 in damages after falling off stage at conference
Stephen Fry is seeking £100,000 in damages from the organizers of the CogX tech conference following a fall from the stage in 2023. The accident resulted in the actor and writer suffering several ser...
Michael Jackson film producer confirms sequel is in the works
Adam Fogelson, a producer of the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, has confirmed that a sequel is already in development. Speaking on a podcast, Fogelson stated that there is still much more of the 'Ki...
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Take a tour during National Mill Day 2026 in Uitgeest and Akersloot; sails will turn if there is enough wind
Several historic mills in Uitgeest and Akersloot, including De Kat and De Oude Knegt, will be open to the public for National Mill Day 2026. Visitors can tour the various sites and observe the sails i...
It would be great to see Jelani Seedorf take center stage once more in the Vissersderby
Jelani Seedorf scored a late goal for Telstar in a 4-1 victory against Sparta, the club where he made his professional debut less than six months ago. The article highlights the significance of the go...
Mascha has ME, but hardly anyone knows what it is: "In bed all day, it makes you desperate"
An exhibition at Treehouse on the NDSM-terrein in Amsterdam showcases the work of artists living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) to raise awareness about the chronic systemic disease. Participants...
Municipality of Haarlem offers subsidies to small cultural institutions
The municipality of Haarlem has introduced a 500,000 euro subsidy fund to support small cultural institutions with investments in their housing and facilities. Eligible organizations can apply for the...
Amsterdammers on the run in new season of Het Jachtseizoen: Most Wanted
The new season of the reality series 'Het Jachtseizoen: Most Wanted' features celebrities attempting to evade capture across the Netherlands. This season's participants include residents from Amsterda...
Three Velsen churches collect hundreds of boxes of aid for Ukraine: ‘Incredible that you here in the Netherlands want to help us so much’
Three churches in the Velsen area, including congregations in IJmuiden and Driehuis, collaborated to collect hundreds of boxes of relief supplies for Ukraine last weekend. The joint effort aimed to pr...
More and more children unable to cycle: ‘Taking road safety test unsafe for some’
Traffic organizations in the Netherlands are warning about a significant decline in cycling proficiency among children. Experts state that some children's skills have become so poor that it is no long...
TV puppet Karbonkel free of larvae after treatment: 'End of pests'
Karbonkel, the iconic puppet from the Dutch television series Ik Mik Loreland, has undergone professional pest treatment to remove larvae from its stuffing. The infestation had begun damaging the pupp...
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UK to invest extra £25 million in Jewish community security
The British government has announced an additional 25 million pounds in funding to enhance the security of the Jewish community. This decision follows a recent stabbing incident in London where two Je...
Casper the Friendly Ghost series in the works at Disney+
Disney+ is developing a new live-action series featuring the character Casper the Friendly Ghost. Director Steven Spielberg, who was previously involved in a Casper film, will serve as an executive pr...
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Annemarie van Haeringen: "It was certain I would become an illustrator"
Renowned children's book artist and author Annemarie van Haeringen has been featured as an icon of North Holland, highlighting her prolific and award-winning career. Born in Haarlem, she is known for ...
Paul Reinders from Driehuis gives WWII tours in the dunes: I was amazed by the scale of all those bunkers
Paul Reinders, a volunteer ranger and museum worker from Driehuis, leads guided tours in the coastal dunes to highlight the history of World War II bunkers. Inspired by his parents' stories, Reinders ...
Heritage of the Week | Wartime history in the soil of Zeeburgereiland
Archaeologists have discovered the remains of an early 20th-century military shooting range on Zeeburgereiland. The investigation into these findings provides insight into the area's historical milita...
14-year-old victim in singer d4vd murder case threatened to reveal abuse
American singer d4vd is a suspect in the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez following a dispute between the two. Prosecutors allege the victim had threatened to reveal an illegal relationsh...