Comedians born in Leiden

A classic canal city in the province of South Holland, Leiden is home to the oldest university in the Netherlands, founded in 1575, which gives it a lively academic character. It was the birthplace of the painter Rembrandt and retains a wealth of historic architecture.

Its large student population and cultural energy make it a natural venue for the Dutch cabaret and stand-up comedy scene, the hometown of comedians Anne Neuteboom, Alexander Ploeg and Jochem Myjer.