New ZealandRNZB culture given all-clear after recent turbulenceRoyal New Zealand Ballet culture given the all-clear after years of artistic turbulence15 Mar 07:02 AM
EntertainmentParris Goebel reveals favourite star to work with"When you start working with them you realise they're human just like you," says Goebel.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
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
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
EntertainmentAuckland Fringe: All aboard bard's roller-coasterOur reviewers reflect on what they saw during the second and final week of Auckland Fringe04 Mar 04:00 PM
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
LifestyleLocal Focus: Hoops, the latest fitness crazeAerial arts and hoops is growing in popularity. Made with funding from NZ On Air.01 Mar 03:33 AM
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
EntertainmentJane Campion's The Piano reworked for the stageTwo traditional favourites and an iconic Kiwi movie are reworked for the modern stage.16 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
EntertainmentMichael Parmenter through the yearsChoregorapher/dancer Michael Parmenter began dancing in Dunedin in 1977. He has since won numerous awards and become one of our most acclaimed dancers.16 Feb 02:29 AM
EntertainmentDocumentary maker Rebecca Tansley talks ballet projectDocumentary maker Rebecca Tansley at Karekare Beach. She is working on a project about the Royal NZ Ballet's production of the iconic NZ film The Piano.Watch13 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentFilm becomes a ballet becomes a documentaryIconic NZ film The Piano inspired a ballet which has now led to a documentary film.13 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentThe world behind FAF SWAG and Auckland's vogue sceneUsing interactive technology, a new doco takes viewers into the world of FAF SWAG.07 Feb 07:00 PM
New ZealandGovernment steps in to save school arts eventsGovernment up funding for children's performance providers after Stage Challenge axed.05 Feb 07:34 AM
EntertainmentTalented young Kiwis get big breaks in festival showsGirl power as arts festivals give young NZ performers a chance to shine in iconic roles.02 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentKiwis dancers to perform on ice in AntarcticaCrew take tips from adventurer Peter Hillary before trip to freezing continent.30 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFamilies flock to Turakina for Scots-style funScottish sports and culture attract about 1500 to highland games at Turakina29 Jan 01:00 AM
EntertainmentOkareka Dance Company make magic with WiredAfter four years, Okareka Dance Company's Wired was worth the wait.25 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentDance company reaches for the starsDance company's first show in four years is a NZ success story inspired by Matariki.23 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi 'cuzzies' reach for the starsThe two pre-teens are fundraising to get to Hollywood.23 Jan 05:25 AM
Entertainment'Phenomenal' Kiwis take on World of Dance"They are just so strong, fierce and powerful," says TV dance judge Derek Hough.11 Jan 07:00 PM
EducationHonour hard to believe for dance stalwartA Napier dance stalwart was surprised to be named in this year's New Year Honours list.29 Dec 08:45 PM
EntertainmentWhat's it like to dance The Nutcracker?Corns, sickness, kids having accidents. But the real killer is the fake snow.21 Dec 10:08 PM
New ZealandRoyal NZ Ballet confirms independent reviewFour dancers have filed personal grievances and about 16 expected to leave by end of year.15 Dec 06:53 AM
New ZealandPM staying arm's length from Royal NZ Ballet crisis talksJacinda Ardern says the pathways into the arts sector need to be improved.11 Dec 05:09 AM
EntertainmentDancers to perform outdoors in AntarcticaIt's dancing on ice as never seen or done before, as NZ dancers head to Antarctica.09 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandInterview: Chloe Loftus on creating a parks-inspired danceAuckland Council Artist in Residence, Chloe Loftus is spending 8 weeks at Auckland's Long Bay Regional Park creating a parks-inspired dance. / Dean PurcellWatch01 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentDancing through park lifeDancer Chloe Loftus calls Long Bay her office but public will benefit from her park life.01 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentGlitter bombing the world one festival at a timeWorld's hottest all-male burlesque cabaret returns to Auckland with a positive message.16 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandBallet behind bars: Enhancing prisoners' confidencePirouettes and plies are being used to break boundaries in a new initiative run by the Royal New Zealand Ballet (RNZB) company. Source: Corrections NZ Watch10 Nov 06:16 AM
EntertainmentConversations with daughter inspire dance worksConversations with her 7-year-old daughter inspire one of NZ's leading choreographers.08 Nov 12:00 AM
LifestyleStrippers strike: 'bottle girls' taking cashClubs have a relatively new breed of 'bartender' - near-naked women competing for cash.03 Nov 08:18 PM
