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Broadcaster AVROROS received more than three hundred songs when registering the Dutch entry for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025.
Until Friday evening, artists could submit their songs for the chance to represent the Netherlands at the Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland next year. It has not been announced which artists have heard themselves.
Joost Klein was offered the opportunity by AVROROS to represent the Netherlands again, but he declined. The singer Anouk, who participated in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2013 with Birds, suggest another song to be submitted this year.
In a very short time – AVROTRO only announced that it intends to participate again at the end of October – the broadcaster received 331 songs. “A large number and very good given the short period and additional conditions attached to the entry,” said the broadcaster.
Join again yet
For a long time it was not clear whether AVROTRO would participate again at all, because the disqualification by Klein at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö.
AVROTRO said that everything has to change at the festival. According to the broadcaster, that happened, which is why it was decided to participate again this year. “The Dutch public should not have to suffer from the disagreement between AVROROS and the EBU,” said general manager Taco Zimmerman.
In the coming weeks, the broadcaster’s selection committee will consider the many applications and decide who will represent the Netherlands in Basel.
2024-11-23 09:30:00
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How do you anticipate the public’s perception of the Dutch entry in 2025 will be shaped by the events of 2024?
## Open-Ended Questions for an Interview Based on the Article
This article discusses the Dutch participation in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, following the controversy surrounding Joost Klein’s disqualification in 2024. Here’s a breakdown of potential interview questions by thematic section:
**Theme 1: Decision to Participate Despite Controversy**
* Knowing the challenges and controversies surrounding AVROTRO’s participation in 2024, what led to the decision to participate again in 2025?
* What assurances did the EBU provide to AVROTRO to address the concerns that led to the previous disqualification?
* Do you believe AVROTRO made the right decision in participating despite the controversy? Why or why not?
**Theme 2: Singer Selection Process and Joost Klein’s Decline**
* What criteria will the selection committee use to choose the Dutch representative for Eurovision 2025?
* How does the committee feel about the impact of Joost Klein’s disqualification on the public perception of the selection process?
* Joost Klein declined the opportunity to represent the Netherlands again. What factors might have influenced his decision?
**Theme 3: Impact of the EBU Changes**
* What specific changes made by the EBU are designed to address the concerns raised by Joost Klein and AVROTRO?
* Do you believe these changes are sufficient to prevent similar situations from happening in the future?
* How can the EBU continue to improve the welfare and security of participating artists?
**Theme 4: Public Perception of Dutch Eurovision Entry and Expectations**
* What are the expectations for the Dutch entry in 2025, given the controversy surrounding the previous year’s participation?
* How can AVROTRO rebuild public trust and enthusiasm for the Eurovision Song Contest in the Netherlands?
**Theme: Overall Reflection and Future of Eurovision**
* What lessons can be learned from the recent controversies surrounding the Eurovision Song Contest?
* How can the Eurovision Song Contest continue to evolve and remain relevant in a changing world?
* What are your predictions for the future of Dutch participation in the Eurovision Song Contest?
**Final Thoughts:** These are just example questions to start the conversation. It’s important to encourage the interviewees to expand on their responses, provide their personal insights, and engage in a thoughtful discussion.
