EntertainmentQuest for love makes heartwarming playDavid Fa'auliuli Mamea's one-woman play is a charming chamber production.19 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentThe Naked Samoans prepare to do magicThe bros are buffed and ready for magic with a little help from Les Mills.16 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentCircus review: A O Lang Pho a charming tale of town and countryA circus like no other where the contrast between town and country vividly comes alive.16 Mar 03:00 AM
EntertainmentTheatre review: Jack Charles Vs The CrownJack Charles, a drug addict for 40 years and a prisoner for 20 of those, argues his case.15 Mar 11:00 PM
EntertainmentMusic review: From Scratch in good heartAvant-garde ensemble From Scratch take fans on a trip to savour, writes William Dart.15 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentPianist's Steinway tour off to sonic startWynyard Quarter Silos are a fascinating place to make music from, says pianist.13 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTalking about my generationBattle rap and traditional Samoan oratory go head to head in Auckland Arts Festival show.13 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: The King's Singers rule supremeClassiest of boy bands shows how pop anthems become secular anthems, writes William Dart12 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTea a deeply satisfying brewTheatremaker Ahi Karunaharan delivers seven fine stories in seven sips, says Dione Joseph.12 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentCircus review: World-class 'Junk' flies highAuckland Arts Festival seeks shows to appeal to young audiences; Junk was an absolute gem.12 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentParmenter's OrphEus is a divine delightChoreographer Michael Parmenter's long-dreamed of Orpheus is sublime, says Raewyn Whyte.12 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentReview: Neil Finn needs more harpsichordIn the open-air Silo Park, people were mostly subdued.09 Mar 09:32 PM
EntertainmentTop composer wants to put audience to sleepThe world's most popular composer wants to put his audience to sleep. Why?09 Mar 04:01 PM
EntertainmentMirror, mirror on the wall - is Bas the best cleaner of all?Cleaner Bas van Wel is a star of Auckland Arts Festival because his squeegee never stops.09 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentArts Festival show is out of this worldAfter 20 years, a Canadian artist is still enchanted by Robert Lepage's space race story09 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentA Candide chat with rising opera star Natasha WilsonOne of our youngest opera stars talks about why she just wants to sing.09 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBallet review: The Piano - the balletThe Piano: the ballet doesn't hit all the right notes but is an intriguing proposition.09 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhere to eat during Auckland Arts FestivalAuckland Arts Festival is offering a whole lot to excite food lovers this year.09 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: Bless The ChildBless the Child reminds us we're part of a society with responsibilities to one another.09 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentThis weekend we want to...The TimeOut and Arts team share their picks of the places to be this weekend.07 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentPumpkin inspires tales of still life with chickensWhy did the chicken cross the road? Maybe to befriend an elderly woman wanting a friend.06 Mar 04:00 PM
Entertainment12 Questions: A ballet dancer in a boys' schoolPaul Mathews says being a ballet dancer was a taboo topic at high school.05 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFire alarm no match for Giselle dancersA 20 minute evacuation caused a delay, but the show eventually went on.03 Mar 12:33 AM
EntertainmentDynamic duo promise keyboard contestMusic fans are about to witness a contest for keyboards when this piano duo visits.02 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandAotea Centre evacuated during performanceFire alarm goes off at Aotea Centre during a ballet performance, but it was a false alarm.02 Mar 10:43 AM
EntertainmentBallet review: English National Ballet's 'Giselle'"Giselle" is dramatic, intense and very well danced, says dance reviewer Raewyn Whyte.02 Mar 02:59 AM
EntertainmentBehind the scenes: Neil FinnOut of Silence was a social media experiment, now it's a must-see live concert27 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentJoy and heartache from start to FinnNew shows by three veterans of the arts, all still at the peak of their powers.27 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBehind the scenes: Hone Kouka on provocative theatre Bless the ChildOnly William Shakespeare has had more plays at New Zealand festivals than Hone Kouka23 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentFiery Spanish theatre to ignite AucklandAuckland Arts Festival to celebrate its 10th anniversary with a fiery street spectacular.20 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBehind the scenes: Auckland's changing theatre makers tell teatime storiesOur first Sri Lankan playwright has written an epic story about families, history and tea.20 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew precinct for Auckland Arts FestivalAuckland Arts Festival director Jonathan Bielski's vision for a new precinct that he has dubbed the 'Festival Playground'. Watch16 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBehind the scenes: Choreographer ventures into new territoryChoreographer Michael Parmenter charts new course with first full length work in a decade16 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentYou have to laugh: the new Arts Festival bossThe new director of the Auckland Arts Festival is surprisingly relaxed.16 Feb 04:00 PM