New ZealandAuckland and the arts: Sosaia FataniWhat does it mean to have a community art centre in your neighbourhood? Can it really change lives? Sosaia Fatani, a 15-year-old Tamaki College pupil from Glen Innes, is proof it means a lot.Watch22 Feb 06:01 AM
EntertainmentDaring plan to make Auckland a city of artIs Auckland now the city of arts? Dionne Christian investigates in a five part series that starts today by looking at arts & the economy.21 Feb 04:00 PM
LifestyleGrowing up gay - then and nowAhead of a new exhibition marking the 30th anniversary of the Homosexual Law Reform Act, David Herkt reveals what it was like to grow up gay in the 1970s, while Sam Brooks explains what it's like today.18 Feb 06:00 PM
World7000 sit exam for art school placeNearly 7000 aspiring artists packed into a convention centre to fight for a place at a Chinese art university.17 Feb 09:54 PM
New ZealandColin McCahon painting expected to fetch over $300,000A Wellington auction house is preparing to put some of the country's best paintings up for sale, including a Colin McCahon expected to reach more than $300,000.17 Feb 03:45 AM
KahuBroadcaster selling rare Maori photosRare pictures taken by possibly New Zealand's first female photographer are being put up for sale.16 Feb 03:44 AM
EntertainmentReview: Phantom of the Opera a lavishly romantic spectacleFine lead performances in revival of clasic Lloyd Webber musical help make local production a huge achievement.12 Feb 12:00 AM
EntertainmentBanksy gives tear gas use a sprayKnown for being a political activist, artist Banksy has painted a controversial piece opposite the French Embassy in London.06 Feb 02:15 AM
EntertainmentPortrait of the Treaty artistA new book uncovers the story of New Zealand's best-known Treaty painting and the man behind it. Peter Alsop reveals a tale that's been 78 years in the making.05 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandGovernment unveils economic plan for NorthlandThe Government has announced it will contribute $4 million towards the Hundertwasser Arts Centre in Whangarei as part of a new Northland economic development plan.04 Feb 01:20 AM
EntertainmentInternational Buskers Festival: Out on the streetsAhead of the 2016 International Buskers Festival, Dionne Christian profiles the best in the business.29 Jan 08:00 PM
OpinionDavid Cameron: Shakespeare - all the world's his stageShakespeare will be celebrated in events around the globe in 2016, 400 years since his death, writes Britain's Prime Minister David Cameron.21 Jan 04:00 PM
BusinessDunedin: In the art of the cityStreet Art Trail lures thousands from around the world to revitalised downtown20 Jan 03:00 PM
SportBooks: Suggested sports reading for the stockingIf you're not sure what to get Dad this Christmas, Andrew Alderson has a few ideas of the literary kind.13 Dec 12:22 AM
WorldBanksy makes a point about refugees"We're often led to believe migration is a drain on the country's resources but Steve Jobs was the son of a Syrian migrant," said Banksy.12 Dec 10:22 PM
New ZealandTe Papa to host Dreamworks Animation exhibitionKeen animation enthusiasts have an opportunity to see how their favourite characters came to life.11 Dec 06:31 AM
EntertainmentTour news: D'Angelo headed to NZGrammy-nominated R&B star D'Angelo is heading to Wellington in March.07 Dec 07:47 PM
New ZealandAttitude Award's supreme winnerShe felt lonely right through primary school because of a disability but last night took out a top award for her generosity to others.03 Dec 10:37 PM
LifestyleSublime art for social changeYaniv Janson is an artist with a mission; to change the world one painting at a time.30 Nov 09:16 PM
EntertainmentSculpture in the Gardens: Potter around the ornamentalsYou don't need to be an expert on art to enjoy Sculpture in the Gardens this summer -- just be keen to explore, says Sarah Ell.27 Nov 11:30 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: IthacaThis spectacular cirque cabaret, starring the stylish acrobats of The Dust Palace, imagines The Odyssey as Star Trek.26 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandNew da Vinci exhibition at Canterbury MuseumA new exhibition featuring the machines, models and masterpieces of Italian genius, Leonardo da Vinci opens at Canterbury Museum on Saturday.23 Nov 12:14 AM
EntertainmentAndy Warhol, Ai Wei Wei - the odd coupleGraham Reid previews a huge exhibition in Melbourne of two major artists, Andy Warhol and Ai Weiwei.21 Nov 12:00 AM
EntertainmentFlashdance musical heading to NZGet your leotards, leg-warmers and sweatbands ready, because Flashdance is making a comeback, this time in stage musical form.18 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandAsk Phoebe: Harbour views for sculptureDo you have a question for Phoebe? It can be about transport or any Auckland issue. Email askphoebe@nzherald.co.nz17 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentShow Me Shorts festival winners announcedThe winners at the annual local short film derby has been named with the best film now eligible to be considered for the Academy Awards.11 Nov 01:46 AM
EntertainmentPair whip up comedy goldHudson and Halls are back with a scrumptiously over-the-top display of outrageous showmanship and culinary mayhem.08 Nov 10:22 PM
New ZealandPhotos reveal a slice of Kiwi lifeNew book New Zealand Photography Collected features 400 breathtaking pictures from the national collection at Te Papa.07 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPhotos reveal a slice of Kiwi life through the agesA collection of photos taken at Te Papa from the New Zealand Photography Collected book.07 Nov 04:00 PM
