New ZealandCartoonist Rod Emmerson: The satirical canvasHerald cartoonist Rod Emmerson on his forthcoming exhibition and his return to art.01 Sep 05:00 PM
EntertainmentDynamic duo take on BeethovenOne of our best known musicians teams up with violin star for rare Beethoven adventure.31 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentBallet review: Romeo and JulietThere's a lot to love about the Royal NZ Ballet's Romeo and Juliet, says Raewyn Whyte.31 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentFormer Idol judge brings disco fever to NZDivine discotheque circus keeps singer Marcia Hines on her toes.30 Aug 10:22 PM
New ZealandOwls get their claws into Big Hoot art trailAuckland's biggest mass-participation, public art trail will fill the city's streets.28 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentPerformers put heart and soul into rolesOrchestra ably demonstrates the genius of Berlioz.28 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: NZ String QuartetVenue for the NZ String Quartet's concert not up to scratch, writes William Dart.28 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: A Streetcar Named DesireSilo celebrates 20th year with an edgy re-interpretation of A Streetcar Names Desire.27 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentOrchestra storms the barricadesAuckland Philharmonia Orchestra's Defiance reflects spirit of our times, says William Dart27 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandDissenters in wartime felt state's angerA history conference is looking at dissent in World War One.27 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentMatilda is a magical, moving experienceMatilda the Musical is first-rate entertainment, writes Paul Simei-Barton.27 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWatch: Shorty actor's Avatar makeoverNgahuia Piripi turns into a Na'Vi to celebrate the arrival of Cirque du Soleil's new show.26 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentProlific sculptor Fred Graham honouredArtist, Maori All Black and teacher Fred Graham is honoured for a lifetime devoted to art.26 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWhy Juliet isn't the girl next doorThe RNZ Ballet Romeo and Juliet provides new insights into the age-old story.25 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart reviews latest classical CDsWilliam Dart savours the latest release of Schoenberg's Gurre-Lieder.25 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentPlay peels back layers of Chinese identityThe conflict of being Chinese in NZ is the focus of a new play, writes Ethan Sills25 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentCoup as Caravaggio comes to townAucklanders get a rare chance to journey to Florence, Italy without leaving home.25 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentDrawn to the devil side of performingWorld's greatest bass-baritones is in NZ to perform a role he says is devilishly good.25 Aug 05:00 PM
Entertainmentshort takes: kids' picture booksWinston Aldworth rounds up the latest kids' picture books for our short takes column.25 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentNew poet laureate announcedNew Zealand's new poet laureate wants more of us reading and writing poetry.25 Aug 08:21 AM
New ZealandOtara children 'mob' their new pianoChinese telecom giant Huawei is donating 100 pianos to low-decile NZ schools.25 Aug 08:14 AM
EntertainmentKiwis take Edinburgh Fringe by stormNZ actors, comedians and musos are winning friends at the world's largest arts festival24 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: Blonde PoisonWhat would you do? Question lies at the heart of superb drama, writes Paul Simei-Barton.24 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentArt history makers celebrate gallery landmarkGow Langsford Gallery draws on experience, an eye for art and a head for a deal.23 Aug 05:03 PM
New ZealandTwelve Questions with Julie ZhuTheatre maker Julie Zhu is getting 100 Chinese Aucklanders on stage to tell their stories.21 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentMusic keeps conductor on the moveWilliam Dart hopes for a repeat of conductor Andrew Gourlay's magnetic APO engagements.20 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart: Successive nights with the NZSOClassics reviewer William Dart sees the NZSO to flex its considerable musical muscles.20 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: Nell GwynnNell Gwynn is a highly recommended night at the theatre, writes Janet McAllister.20 Aug 05:00 PM
Entertainment25 years of NZ contemporary art in a snapshotOur longest surviving and largest annual art awards mark a major milestone this year.18 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentShort takes: sci-fi and fantasy booksAnnabel Gooder rounds up the latest sci-fi and fantasy books for our short takes column.18 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentAll Blacks urged to take poet on tourOrganisers of National Poetry Day think it's time for the All Blacks to have a team poet.18 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentTaking the pulse of Auckland's medical historyA new exhibition will tell the stories of our brave medical pioneers, including patients.18 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentFrom landscape gardener to native landscape painterArtist Mark Wooller's blend of typography and topography is getting worldwide attention.18 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentApril sun in Cuba prompts artist's visitOtahuhu College art teacher's visit to Cuba leads to an unusual artistic exchange.18 Aug 05:00 PM