Entertainment‘A beautiful tribute’: Waiata Anthems set to bring musical magic for MatarikiDame Hinewehi Mohi says audiences are in for a sublime evening.29 Mar 11:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Bartok opera dazzles at Auckland Arts FestivalSusan Bullock and Lester Lynch return to lead this radical Bluebeard revival.15 Mar 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Grammy winner Julia Bullock and the Auckland PhilharmoniaREVIEW: Bullock traced a century of American music, from Gershwin to Josephine Baker.08 Mar 04:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Bellincampi leads Auckland Philharmonia in uplifting Mendelssohn and Dvorak programme01 Mar 03:57 AM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review : Auckland Philharmonia opens 2026 Classics in full bloom22 Feb 07:11 PM
Travel newsHow to plan a standout summer getaway, from Waiwera hot pools to remote horse treks06 Dec 05:50 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Giordano Bellincampi leads triumphant Mahler finale for Auckland Philharmonia23 Nov 06:38 PM
Entertainment'Bold and high-energy': Top Kiwi acts added to Synthony's biggest show yet17 Nov 10:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Daniel Müller-Schott captivates in Schumann concerto with Auckland Philharmonia16 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Baroque & Beyond bows out with a rousing night of Airs & DancesREVIEW: This marks the final Baroque & Beyond concert before the series pauses next year.02 Nov 04:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Fantastique! concert casts a spell with devilry and dazzling musicianshipREVIEW: Pierre Bleuse shaped Berlioz' Symphonie Fantastique with electrifying clarity.19 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Teen violinist Chloe Chua stuns Auckland Town Hall with Philharmonia debutConductor Shiyeon Sung led with precision through symphonic surges and wit.28 Sep 06:08 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia's Love Stories concert captivates with classicsTchaikovsky's Romeo and Juliet featured taut rhythms and lush themes.31 Aug 07:23 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart: NZSO's Enchanted concerts showcase bold classics amid mixed reviewsREVIEW: The NZSO returned to the town hall after three months away.17 Aug 06:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia shines with Ravel and Saint-Saens concertREVIEW: Sydney Philharmonia Choirs added sonorous, wordless voices to the performance.10 Aug 06:00 PM
Entertainment'Bring your picnic, and your voice': Classic Kiwi band announced for Synthony FestivalThe March 2026 show will be The Exponents' first Auckland live performance in three years.06 Aug 06:00 PM
EntertainmentShihad frontman recalls time on tour with 'lovely' Ozzy OsbourneOn the last night of the Australian leg of the tour, the rock legend shared his thoughts. 01 Aug 05:00 PM
ReviewsAnne-Marie de BruinReview: Shihad's Jon Toogood the star at Full Metal OrchestraREVIEW: Guests also included AC/DC's Phil Rudd and Jimmy Barnes' daughter E.J.27 Jul 02:50 AM
ReviewsWilliam DartAuckland Philharmonia's Nightscapes enchants with Strauss and SchoenbergREVIEW: Listeners were transported from a Viennese ballroom to a mysterious forest.13 Jul 05:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia's La Traviata impresses full houseThe first party scene featured the NZ Opera Chorus mingling above the orchestra.06 Jul 05:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia's Beethoven 5 captivates audiencesREVIEW: The concert was so popular, it was scheduled for two consecutive nights.29 Jun 05:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: How Auckland Philharmonia captivated with Handel and TippettREVIEW: Handel's Water Music echoed its 1717 premiere with lively, rhythmic energy.15 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleFrom dance to light shows: Your guide to an action-packed Auckland weekendEvents in Auckland this weekend range from traditional Māori culture to radical live art.06 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Why NZ Opera's La Boheme is a must-see this seasonThe 1947 Parisian setting adds charm, with falling snow and captivating lighting.01 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentThink you don’t like opera? Let La boheme change your mindReasons include: 'More drama than Shortland St' and 'It's basically Love Actually'.25 May 02:00 AM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Why Auckland's latest Philharmonia concert was unforgettableUkrainian pianist Alexander Gavrylyuk dazzled with Prokofiev's Third Concerto.18 May 04:24 AM
OpinionWilliam DartAuckland Philharmonia dazzles with six-composer Mozart concertOPINION: Mozart's Jupiter Symphony finale blended nobility and high spirits perfectly.04 May 05:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartReview: Auckland Philharmonia’s Enigma concert relives rich musical memoriesREVIEW: Scottish composer’s work thrills fresh from London debut.03 Apr 02:49 AM
EntertainmentThe ultimate guide to NZ’s top gigs and festivals this autumnSummer may be leaving us behind, but New Zealand's music scene is still heating up.02 Mar 08:45 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentJames Ehnes dazzles Auckland with Brahm’s Violin ConcertoBede Hanley's oboe launched the second movement with lyrical heights.23 Feb 02:10 AM
LifestyleSummer's here – check out these Auckland events before they're gonePeruse our curated list of the vibrant happenings in Auckland over the next few days.07 Dec 09:38 PM
New ZealandArtistic duo team up on 'Fantabulous' projectWhen a children's author and a composer combine, it's sure to be 'fantabulous'.04 Dec 05:00 PM
