RECENT WORK

Recent work 2026

VOLLE ZALEN - CLAUDIA DE BREIJ

In this special edition of Volle Zalen, we follow Claudia de Breij as she prepares for her 2026 New Year's Eve show, offering a rare glimpse into the creative process of one of the Netherlands' most beloved comedians.

How do you capture an entire year on stage — a year filled with major events, intimate stories, wonder and uncertainty? Where does Claudia find her inspiration? What drives her? And how does she find the right words to reflect on a year that has left its mark?

Together with presenter Cornald Maas, we follow her journey from the very first sparks of inspiration to the anticipation and excitement leading up to opening night.

December 29th 2026 Volle Zalen NPO2 Avrotros

VOLLE ZALEN - RUTH JACOTT

For decades, Ruth Jacott has been one of the Netherlands' most beloved singers. With her powerful voice, unforgettable hits and boundless energy, she continues to captivate and move audiences.

For this episode of Volle Zalen, we travelled to Millstreet, Ireland, with our crew and presenter Cornald Maas to revisit the place where Ruth had her big breakthrough at the 1993 Eurovision Song Contest. It was wonderful to return to this special location with Ruth and relive the memories of a moment that changed her life and career forever.

And now, after seven years away from the stage, Ruth is finally back in the spotlight with her brand-new theatre show, 'De Tijd van Mijn Leven' (The Time of My Life). A beautiful opportunity to look back on an extraordinary career, but above all, to celebrate an exciting new chapter.

December 22th 2026 Volle Zalen NPO2 Avrotros

MAN & KUNST - FINAL SEASON

Iconic works and Man and Art—a bond that has become inseparable. During National Museum Week, the beloved TV program returns as presenter
Lucas De Man delves into the remarkable stories behind five masterpieces from the permanent collections of Dutch museums. This special series highlights the work of Tinquely, Antonio Mancini, Artus Quellinus, Ferdinand Erfmann and Betzy Akersloot Berg.

Camera Antoinette Verbree
Sound Susanne Helmer
Scripts   Kiki Alphers & Ellen Leijser
Producer Mieke de Bruin
Prod. ass  Cindy Schriek
Editor   Saskia Buren

September 28th - October 2th 2026 Man en Kunst  NPO2 Avrotros

OPIUM OP OEROL - FINAL SEASON

For five consecutive evenings, I directed the live broadcasts of Opium at Oerol for AVROTROS on NPO 2.

Hosted by Cornald Maas, the daily show brought together artists, actors, musicians and other remarkable guests for conversations about theatre, art and culture. Guests included Dione de Graaff and Nando Boers, Yentl en de Boer, Loes Luca and her daughter, Nina Gantz, Fidan and Vildan Ekiz, Suse van Kleef and Floor Bremer. Singer-songwriter Froukje performed live each evening, while Soy Kroon explored the island, uncovering the people, performances and stories that make Oerol so unique.

June 15th - 19th 2026 Opium op Oerol NPO2 Avrotros

FOUNDATION NEW HEROES

Commissioned by Stichting Nieuwe Helden, I provided script coaching for the AI project team of a very large company. Together, we worked on an internal short film for all employees about the future of the organization. It was a challenging and inspiring project, and particularly interesting to explore what we could—and could not—create with AI.

VOLLE ZALEN - JOHANNA TER STEEGE

In this episode of Volle Zalen, host Cornald Maas travels with Johanna ter Steege back to where it all began. In Twente, the region of her youth, she reflects on her origins and on how the landscape has shaped her.
Filmed against a wintry backdrop and moving on to her life and work in present-day Rotterdam, two worlds come together in an intimate portrait of an actress who has never lost touch with her roots.

May 12th Volle Zalen 21.15 NPO 2 Avrotros

NOW ON VIEW - LAKENHAL LEIDEN

For Nu Te Zien, I directed the episode At Home with Jan Steen now on view in the Lakenhal in Leiden. In this episode, museum director Sietske van Zanten of the LAM Museum in Lisse guides viewers through the vibrant anniversary exhibition celebrating the 400th birthday of Jan Steen. With theatrical sightlines, intimate “rooms,” and iconic paintings filled with humor, chaos, and hidden stories, we not only bring Steen’s work to life, but also the warm domestic atmosphere at the heart of the exhibition. A visually rich episode where art, storytelling, and character come together.

May 12th Nu te zien NPO 2

DDG MEMBERS EVENT - REALITY TV

As a DDG board member, I teamed up with fellow director Nicolien Kool to organize an evening focused on reality TV.
Our guests: Thysia Huisman will guide us through the practice of reality television. How does a story emerge without a script? Where does the direction lie—in casting, editing, timing? And how do you steer toward drama without manipulating—can that even be done?
Shamira Raphaëla will speak from her own documentary practice.
What does it mean not to steer, but to primarily observe? How do you work with vulnerability, trust, and time? And after starting out in reality TV, what did she take with her—or deliberately leave behind—when making documentaries? An engaging evening hosted by presenter, radio and podcast maker Carolien Borgers.

February 9th Ketelhuis Amsterdam

NOW ON VIEW - DUTCH NATIONAL MUSEUM OF PHOTGRAPHY

The exhibition Awakening in Blue is a tribute to cyanotype, a centuries-old photographic process known for its deep blue tones. In an age where AI-generated images can be created instantly, cyanotype is making a compelling return.Sunlight, water, shadow, and time all play a role in shaping each image. This simple method produces prints that are both durable and richly layered. Its distinctive dark-blue visual language continues to inspire contemporary artists, who use it to create striking works and to present reality in new and unexpected ways.Paulo Martina tells you all about it in Now on View.

March 31th Nu te zien NPO 2

NOW ON VIEW - WORLDMUSEUM LEIDEN

Time for Papua brings together diverse perspectives—from refined wood carvings and korwar figures to prauw prows and contemporary film. Discover how makers make history tangible, and how past, present, and future collide and connect.

Guided by Mark de Beyer, you’re taken through a story of resilience and imagination—rooted in place and history, with a focus on a just, green future. Come see, reflect, and experience why now—more than ever—it’s time for Papua.

March 24th Nu te zien NPO 2

PODCAST - BALLET KROKET

Ballet Kroket is the weekly podcast about all the things you can use to celebrate, decorate, and deepen your life. Hosts F rancien Knorringa and Jannekee Kuijper welcome chefs and guides who explore the entire culinary and cultural landscape, bringing only the most beautiful hidden gems to the table of Ballet Kroket.
And every now and then, I get to join them as a guest guide. For example,
I talked about the exhibition Microcosmos and the phenomenon of the Wunderkammer in episode 12, and about the premiere of the film Miss Moxy in episode 19. It’s a delightful weekly shot of all things wonderful, so do give it a listen. Or come by on February 16th at De Kookhaven, where you can enjoy delicious food and experience the podcast (and me) live!