EntertainmentPassionate tribute to Russian composersIn the world of chamber music the Borodin Quartet reigns supreme. The Russian ensemble can boast a lifespan of 65 years, with the late Valentin Berlinsky, who died in 2008, spending 62 of them as cellist.13 Mar 03:00 PM
EntertainmentNZ Arts Festival: Thrill of a premiere shouldn't be underestimatedThe risk is part of the itching in the oyster shell that makes the pearl. It's an essential part of what makes the performing arts so exciting.13 Mar 02:25 AM
EntertainmentNZ Arts Festival: <i>360</i> reviewAuckland's Nightsong Productions and Theatre Stampede have premiered in Wellington a joyous, theatrical tour de force.12 Mar 08:20 PM
EntertainmentNZ Arts Festival: <i>Calexico</i> reviewCalexico's instrumentals get the best reaction - with guitar twangs and big-echo whistling, whip-cracks and rodeo yelps - writes Chris Bourke.11 Mar 08:24 PM
EntertainmentNZ Arts Festival: <i>11 and 12</i> reviewMark Amery reviews <i>11 and 12</i> at the New Zealand Arts Festival.11 Mar 03:01 AM
EntertainmentArt gallery listingsFresh Gallery Pelenato Liufau, to Mar 13; Czarina Alisi Wilson, Mar 19-Apr 10; Otara Town Centre09 Mar 03:00 PM
EntertainmentGallery 'delighted' Hotere auction can go aheadMarch 25 auction will see works produced by Ralph Hotere between 1958 to 1968 go under the hammer.09 Mar 02:37 AM
EntertainmentNZ Arts Festival: <i>Sing the Truth</i> review<i>Sing the Truth</i> is a tribute to feisty, brilliant jazz diva Nina Simone.07 Mar 08:20 PM
EntertainmentChallenging the dot problemAn Australian artist uses a bold medium to turn the tide on his country's racism towards Aboriginals.07 Mar 03:00 PM
Entertainment<i>Preview:</i> <i>The Importance of Being Earnest</i> at Maidment Theatre06 Mar 03:00 PM
EntertainmentRising stars' work forms heart of <i>Hou</i>The pressure is on for Atamira Dance Collective's two rising stars whose first choreographic works for the company form the heart of <i>Hou</i>, a dance performance and Maori arts symposium in Henderson this weekend.05 Mar 03:00 PM
EntertainmentNZ Arts Festival: <i>Inside out</i> reviewThe carny folk have come to Wellington, all sweat, glitter and sawdust.01 Mar 06:30 PM
WorldAustralia: Thousands bare all for photo shootAbout 5200 naked people have embraced each other on the steps of Sydney's iconic Opera House for a photo shoot by Spencer Tunick.01 Mar 01:27 AM
Entertainment<i>Preview:</i> MetOpera's Carmen at Bridgeway CinemaNew Zealanders are guaranteed a special buzz at the latest MetOpera presentation, opening next week.27 Feb 03:00 PM
