ListenerListenerCultureFrom hotel to Hotere: How Hamilton upstaged old edifice into NZ’s most beautiful theatreKirikiriroa's downtown gets boost with new venue bringing major NZ artwork back to light.30 Jan 06:00 PM
ListenerCulturePrelude to 2026: The best of what our orchestras are offering for their concert seasons2026 brings international guest stars, new compositions & ambitious celebrations.29 Jan 05:00 PM
ListenerCultureThe former refugee performing for change - and pulling the strings for RomaRašid Nikolić grew up in a camp for nomads & spends his time advocating for Roma people. 22 Jan 05:04 PM
ListenerListenerCultureBeyond Dodi: The Crown star Khalid Abdalla on acting, activism, politics and performanceTheatre maker Khalid Abdalla on finding optimism in the face of crisis. 21 Jan 05:06 PM
ListenerListenerCultureYour A-Z guide to NZ’s year in culture: The festivals, explosive exhibitions and x-rated shows you need to see The best in live music, theatre, opera and dance coming this way in 2026.20 Jan 05:06 PM
ListenerCultureThe great art heist? A First XI of exhibitions we’d like to see at Te Papa18 Jan 10:59 PM
ListenerCultureTe Papa has some of NZ’s greatest artworks, so why won’t our national museum let us see them?18 Jan 10:09 PM
ListenerListenerCultureMusical chemistry: Cellist Martin Smith joins a Kiwi cultural institution Smith is a new addition to the NZ String Quartet in time for the Adam festival. 07 Jan 06:01 PM
ListenerListenerCultureTop seed: Nick Cave’s musical mate Warren Ellis A mad chat with Ellis, who almost died in NZ just as he started life as a Bad Seed.03 Jan 07:02 PM
ListenerListenerCultureThe year in classical musicRichard Betts on the year's best concerts and albums.15 Dec 04:57 PM
ListenerListenerCultureOpera singer Morag Atchison swings from choral work to a tango-based massWell-known for her singer, Morag Atchison may don her dancing shoes for upcoming show.11 Dec 04:59 PM
ListenerListenerCultureFloating in space: A busy anniversary year for Stroma’s Michael NorrisTwo albums and a major new work are the results from celebrating 25 years of Stroma. 04 Dec 05:00 PM
ListenerListenerCultureThe Hewitson Profile: Fiona Samuel on psychopathy, Scrabble and the sex lives of dead peopleThe "rumpty life" of screenwriter, actor and new Katherine Mansfield fellow Fiona Samuel.02 Dec 05:00 PM
ListenerListenerCultureRedeveloped Toi Tauranga Art Gallery now open: I’m quite overwhelmed with what we have achieved’After major overhaul, Tauranga Art Gallery reopens with a fresh, inclusive vision.29 Nov 06:01 PM
ListenerListenerCultureOpera star Joyce DiDonato tunes in for an NZ tourThe American mezzo-soprano has been described as one of the greats of her generation.23 Nov 05:00 PM
ListenerListenerCultureCosta Botes: Reflections on an uncompromising life in NZ film Botes wrote in the magazine about living on borrowed time and his independent career.23 Nov 06:35 AM
ListenerListenerCultureFrench Polynesia takes page out of Aotearoa’s book to celebrate Matariki - their wayThe stars align: An inaugural public holiday signals the season of abundance. 22 Nov 06:00 PM
ListenerListenerCultureA long lens on Lee Tamahori part 2: In his own wordsHis candid thoughts on the movies he made and the films he loved.21 Nov 05:02 PM
ListenerListenerCultureA long lens on Lee Tamahori part 1: From ad man to movie maverickHow the Once Were Warriors director carved a career to Hollywood and back.21 Nov 05:01 PM
ListenerListenerCultureDance company Black Grace turns 30 - why founder Neil Ieremia pushes harder, sharper and fasterAs Black Grace marks 30 years, its founder explains why he continues to be so demanding.18 Nov 05:00 PM
ListenerListenerCulture‘More than a singer’: Global opera community pays tribute to Sir Donald McIntyreSir Donald McIntyre was an opera superstar but never attained household recognition in NZ.16 Nov 11:30 PM
ListenerListenerCultureTabea Squire’s new work examines the play between stillness and movementSquire's latest composition will premiere with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. 13 Nov 05:00 PM
ListenerListenerCultureBattle of the saxes: NZSO guest star Jess Gillam on being a classical outsiderEnglish saxophonist says her instrument has helped introduce audiences to classical music.11 Nov 06:12 AM
ListenerListenerNew ZealandIs the criticism of Radio NZ National fair?A scathing review of RNZ urges drastic change, but is radio really a medium in decline? 10 Nov 05:02 PM
ListenerListenerCultureArts festival draws on powerful past legacy to secure its futureCelebrating 40 Years: 2026 Aotearoa New Zealand Festival of the Arts programme announced.08 Nov 06:00 PM
ListenerListenerCultureArt with buzz: How 50,000 bees helped one artist build a safe houseStudio Reset’s Sculpture OnShore art is built with bees and speaks of shelter.06 Nov 05:02 PM
ListenerListenerCultureThis charming man: Renowned cellist Daniel Müller-Schott primed for NZ visitDaniel Müller-Schott is bringing one of Schumann’s finest concertos to Auckland.06 Nov 05:00 PM
ListenerListenerCultureRoss Harris’s latest symphony is a response to contemporary horrorsCurrent conflicts, especially in Ukraine, prompt composer Ross Harris's new work.30 Oct 05:00 PM
ListenerListenerCultureTemuera Morrison gets down and dirty in new TV series taking him around the worldTemuera Morrison's Earth Oven unveils indigenous cooking methods around the world.24 Oct 05:00 PM
ListenerListenerCultureCultural attaché: Ellie Smith on life in theatre, motherhood and her most treasured itemsActor, singer and one-time "Lotto lady" Ellie Smith returns to NZ for her one-woman show.23 Oct 05:00 PM
ListenerListenerCultureRenowned pianist Jian Liu joins the NZ String Quartet in celebrating ShostakovichNZ String Quartet and Jian Liu bring Shostakovich’s Viola Sonata to Nelson and Wellington.22 Oct 04:58 PM
ListenerListenerCultureAuckland Arts Festival 2026 announces line-up, reverses trans-Tasman migration trendFestival to feature many Aussie acrobats, and debuts by NZ playwrights.21 Oct 05:00 PM