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Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
PaffPopcornPanel on Low Expectations: ‘Everyone in this film was looking for themselves’
A panel discussed the film Low Expectations, focusing on its realistic portrayal of a struggling musician searching for her identity and purpose in life. While viewers felt the narrative was at times ...
The advantage of having zero viewers is that Buzz can quit without anyone noticing
The Net 5 talkshow Buzz is struggling to find an audience, with ratings so low they are effectively unrecorded. The program, which aims to mimic the casual nature of a group chat, remains largely unno...
Young people in Startblok Elzenhagen feel unsafe due to aggressive co-resident
Residents at the Startblok Elzenhagen housing complex in Amsterdam are feeling unsafe due to an aggressive neighbor who has reportedly threatened and intimidated other occupants. While the complex's c...
Visit the 'Pre-ADE Market', do yoga at the Thomas Church or go to a lunch concert at the Concertgebouw: what to do in Amsterdam this week
Amsterdam is hosting a wide variety of events this week, including theatrical performances, art exhibitions, and the 40th edition of the Cinekid film festival. Residents can also participate in neighb...
The Men's March reminds me of cavemen standing in bear skins in front of their cave
The Mannenmars, organized by Wild and Sacred Men, is scheduled for October 10 in Amsterdam to promote a cultural shift in male behavior toward protecting women. However, the event has sparked debate b...
Amsterdam schools take Purple Friday more seriously due to decline in LGBTQ+ acceptance: ‘We feel the need even more strongly’
A record 3,130 schools across the Netherlands are observing Purple Friday to support LGBTQ inclusion amid a recent, concerning decline in student acceptance rates. Amsterdam schools remain committed t...
Metropolis Lyceum in Amsterdam-Noord is a festive sequence of spaces, classrooms and study areas
The newly completed Metropolis Lyceum in Amsterdam-Noord integrates various secondary education levels into a single, interconnected building. Centered around a functional atrium and auditorium, the s...
In Folk, Dunja Jocić shows the power of dancing together
In the dance performance Folk, choreographer Dunja Jocić explores both the empowering potential of collective movement and the darker, exclusionary side of group identity. Through a blend of club and...
Juliet Schellekens is not yet a seasoned comedian, but her songs are deeply moving
Julia Schellekens has debuted her theater show, Ik beloof je eeuwige twijfel, which explores personal dilemmas through comedy and music. Although the performance shows some signs of inexperience, it i...
Willem de Haan (81) documented the lives of Jewish Concertgebouw Orchestra musicians: Conductor Mengelberg had nothing to do with them being placed on a protected list
Emeritus professor Willem de Haan has begun documenting the lives of seventeen Jewish musicians who performed with the Concertgebouworkest during the Second World War. His research aims to honor those...
How Josje (30) handles Purple Friday as a teacher in East: 'I never ask if they accept gay people. I ask them which day I should propose to my girlfriend'
Recent studies show declining LGBTQ+ acceptance among secondary school students, prompting teachers like Josje de Zwart to address the issue on Purple Friday. By integrating personal narratives and in...
Review: not every organ solo or abandoned backing track on the Beatles' deluxe Rubber Soul reissue is spectacular
A comprehensive new box set of the 1965 Beatles album Rubber Soul has been released, featuring either four CDs or five LPs. Reviews indicate that while the collection is extensive, not every included ...
From forbidden profession to established guild: this triangular building on the Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal housed the Brokers' Guild for centuries
The Amsterdam Brokers Guild, originally faced with legal prohibitions in the 15th century, evolved into a well-established organization that commissioned its own historic headquarters on the Nieuwezij...
These are all the winners of the 2026 Gouden Televizier-Ring Gala
The 2026 Gouden Televizier-Ring Gala celebrated top Dutch television talent and programming across multiple categories. Nominees and winners were recognized for their work in acting, presenting, and i...
SBS6 show De Bondgenoten wins Gouden Televizier-Ring
The SBS6 reality show De Bondgenoten has won the Gouden Televizier-Ring, with host Jan Versteegh also receiving the award for Best Presenter. Other notable winners included Annet Malherbe for acting, ...
Video | Jan Versteegh, Daan Alferink and Even tot hier win awards at Televizier gala
Jan Versteegh, Daan Alferink, and the program Even tot hier were among the winners during the Televizier-gala awards ceremony. The event also featured an honorary lifetime achievement award presented ...
MPs must return Thursday evening for vote on rainbow flag
Members of the Dutch House of Representatives must return to The Hague on Thursday night for a vote on displaying a rainbow flag for Coming Out Day. The roll-call vote was requested by the SGP after a...
Jan Versteegh wins Televizier-Ring for Best Presenter
Jan Versteegh has won the Televizier-Ring award for Best Presenter, marking his first success in this category. The ceremony also saw the online series PaardenpraatTV receive the award for best youth ...
In pictures | What the stars are wearing at the Gouden Televizier-Ring Gala in Amsterdam
The Gouden Televizier-Ring Gala, a major Dutch television awards event, is taking place in Amsterdam. The article highlights the fashion choices of the celebrities attending the ceremony.
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (October 9-11)
Haarlem is hosting a variety of community activities from October 9 to 11, including artisan markets, nature walks, and early evening social events. The program also features family-friendly theater p...
For five years, Stephan Vanfleteren (57) captured the sea along the French and Belgian coast, sometimes at the risk of his own life
Photographer Stephan Vanfleteren has unveiled his five-year project, Transcripts of a Sea, at the Scheepvaartmuseum in Amsterdam. The exhibition captures the rugged coastline from Northern France to t...
Tears and likes: online philanthropists post videos of homeless people they help – who benefits most remains unclear
Online creators are increasingly producing content that features them helping homeless individuals using funds collected from their followers. The trend has sparked a debate regarding whether these ac...
Major fire in Olympic Stadium parking garage
A large fire broke out in the parking garage of the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam early this morning, prompting a massive emergency response. Authorities are advising local residents to keep windows an...
Live | Stars arrive on blue carpet for Gouden Televizier-Ring Gala
The Gouden Televizier-Ring Gala is being held tonight at the Koninklijk Theater Carre in Amsterdam to honor outstanding Dutch television programs. The ceremony, featuring nominees such as Kassa and De...
Search warrants for ex-Prince Andrew's residences were unlawful
Former prince Andrew's legal team successfully challenged the search warrants used by police to inspect his residences, with authorities admitting the warrants were unlawful. However, the High Court r...
Netflix announces new Bridgerton spin-off about parents' love story
Netflix is developing a new Bridgerton spin-off series exploring the romance between Violet and Edmund Bridgerton. The project will be led by showrunners Shonda Rhimes and Nicholas Nardini, though cas...
Danish Queen Margrethe resumes official duties following hospitalizations
Former Queen Margrethe of Denmark has resumed her official duties after a three-month absence due to health issues. She recently attended a milestone anniversary concert at Frederiksborg Castle Church...
Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker undergoes surgery after arm numbness
Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker has undergone elbow surgery to repair a nerve after experiencing numbness in his arm and hand following a performance last month. The musician chose to have the operati...
Max Martin has scored countless monster hits but does not see himself as the smartest
Renowned music producer Max Martin recently celebrated the Dutch premiere of & Juliet, a musical built entirely around his extensive catalog of global pop hits. The show, which reinterprets classic so...
Seven broadcasters ask NPO for clarification on Eurovision participation
Seven Dutch public broadcasters have formally requested clarification from the NPO regarding the decision-making process for the Netherlands' participation in the Eurovision Song Contest. The broadcas...