OpinionThe enduring influence of JD SalingerToday on the anniversary of his death, Emma Michelle and Anne Maxwell reflect on how JD Salinger's writing first influenced the world and how it continues to do so now.27 Jan 12:30 AM
EntertainmentChris Parker's autobiographical comic dance showComic mix of stage and home movies sad at heart, writes Dionne Christian.22 Jan 10:54 PM
EntertainmentKnowing your ACBsFor many authors, the prospect of having their books adapted for the stage or screen can be daunting.22 Jan 08:00 PM
EntertainmentConcertgoers develop taste for the cool sound of baroque musicNew Zealand concertgoers have developed a taste for the cool, yet vibrant, sound of baroque music delivered in the performing styles of its day.22 Jan 04:00 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
EntertainmentShakespeare in the Park celebrates 20th anniversaryAfter 20 years of running Shakespeare in the Park, there isn't a lot that surprises the event founders - and Shoreside Theatre stalwarts Carol and Allan Dumbleton.15 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentThe many sides of Kate TempestWhen Kate Tempest fills in her occupation on the Customs form at airports, she has plenty of options to choose from.14 Jan 09:00 PM
WorldBook ban protest sealed with a kissYoung liberals have made a video of Israelis and Palestinians kissing each other in response to a book being banned.08 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentQuake caution closes MaidmentOne of Auckland's busiest theatres is closed indefinitely because it has been deemed an earthquake risk.07 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentLuminaries author marries long-time partnerEleanor Catton married her long-time partner Steven Toussaint today.03 Jan 10:00 AM
TravelWellington: City comes alive as the arts come to townWellington's reputation as the capital of cool gets a boost next month.03 Jan 12:35 AM
EntertainmentBlack Hermione fine with JKJ.K. Rowling has said she "loves" the fact that Hermione Granger will be played by a black actress in the highly anticipated new Harry Potter play.22 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentEdna O'Brien's remarkable legendEdna O'Brien's new novel is about how we can still be seduced by evil people. Francesca Wade meets her.18 Dec 10:00 PM
EntertainmentConcert review: Auckland Choral, Auckland Town HallUwe Grodd's introductions to Auckland Choral's annual Messiah are becoming as much of a tradition as the musical performances that follow them.16 Dec 06:13 AM
EntertainmentThe beating art of BrisbaneEli Orzessek visits Queensland's premier gallery and an enlightening - and often confronting - exhibition connecting the peoples of the Asia-Pacific region.11 Dec 09:00 PM
EntertainmentBook review: Beatlebone, Kevin BarryAuthor Kevin Barry's latest novel Beatlebone delves into the mind of John Lennon as he seeks the solitude of a tiny Irish island that he bought for 1700 pounds in 1968.08 Dec 09:13 PM
EntertainmentAll over the world's a stageIn 2016, the world marks the 400th year anniversary of the death of playwright William Shakespeare.05 Dec 12:26 AM
EntertainmentTwelve Questions: Peter WellsIt sounds incredible now that it took so long, but it was well received and won the Best First Book award.02 Dec 04:00 PM
