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Retro sexual: Max Rashbrooke on an artistic mystery

Who was mysterious artist behind Tina and her sisters, images redolent of the 60s & 70s?

World famous in NYC: Expatriate Kiwi artist finally gets his due

Almost unknown here, an exhibition of Mike Hinge's work will bring deserved recognition.

Why I’ll miss the cult-like group that vowed to listen to 107 of Haydn’s symphonies

A months-long project for Haydn fans draws to a close on Bluesky.

Mark Adams: 50 Years of photography that tells New Zealand’s stories

Retrospective of photographer Mark Adams’ 50-year career accompanies major exhibition.

TVNZ's Indira Stewart on Polyfest: From performer to reporter and backstage mum

TV journalist on 50 years of Polyfest - and her enduring links to giant cultural gathering

Bowing in the wind: NZ String Quartet prepares to dance

The NZ String Quartet joins forces with acclaimed dancer/choreographer Moss Patterson.

The dark side of genius: Remembering the life of one of NZ’s most enigmatic artists

Forty years ago, a young novice met painter Tony Fomison. A new book brings back memories.

Artist Dick Frizzell on aspirations, obsessions & guilty pleasures

Dick Frizzell once dreamt of a hairdressing salon with a fountain, then he discovered art.

Whare cry: Historic meeting house comes home from the UK

After 132 years away, a whare with links to the Pink and White Terraces awaits its return.

RNZ host hangs up his headphones after 44 years

William Dart has hosted New Horizons since 1980, its debut marked by a Listener cover.

Listener’s Songs of the Week: Christmas Edition

Music that sleighs: Top songs for a classical Christmas playlist.

Immersive audio tour Encounter reveals hidden Chinese Wellington history

Cadence Chung & Jamie Yee on exploring immigrant stories and confronting racism.

Honouring Taki Rua: A timely look at Māori theatre’s revolutionary past

Film boasts a treasure trove of cultural icons & an inspiring story of self-determination.

Top choral conductor returns to Auckland for the festive season

Performances of choral greats mean it's starting to sound a lot like Christmas.

Music: Magnificent releases of classic works by NZ-based artists

Two local classical releases make for joyful listening.

Gretchen Albrecht: The grande dame of NZ art on her legacy - and ‘selling her children’

Gretchen Albrecht knew at age 12 she wanted to be an artist; at 81, she’s ‘still here'.