EntertainmentNZSO plays the music of loveNZ Symphony Orchestra delivers a fine romance defying expectations, writes William Dart.14 Apr 05:00 PM
EntertainmentIs the Lego Movie franchise running out of steam already?Lego Movie 2 is here but it pales in comparison to the original fun-fest.10 Apr 07:00 PM
EntertainmentThe new kids' film that gets unexpectedly darkMy 10-year-old was crying over the emotional turmoil in this colourful animation.10 Apr 06:00 PM
EntertainmentChoral joy has some patches in Bach MassConcert cuts detract from perfect performances, writes William Dart.09 Apr 05:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: APO presents brooding, beautiful landscapesAuckland Philharmonia Orchestra takes audiences from concert hall to glorious landscapes.07 Apr 05:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: The Mousetrap a perfect Christie mysteryTouring production of The Mousetrap shows why it has earned its place in theatre history05 Apr 04:00 PM
EntertainmentCirque review: The Dust Palace flies high in a goblin marketThe Dust Palace's latest production, about seduction and desire, is one of its best yet.04 Apr 04:00 PM
EntertainmentVai opens up a 'universe of possibilities'Cinema's narrative scope is extended beyond the narrow range it has long inhabited04 Apr 01:00 AM
EntertainmentCan the 'unbridled joy' of Shazam! finally deliver for DC?DC has stopped being so dark and tried to be less cringe - but did it work?03 Apr 11:00 PM
EntertainmentThe unlikely middle-aged film hero you've been waiting forForget yellow spandex and tech-heavy armour, this heroine wears a lovely knitted jumper03 Apr 11:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: NZSO shows its star powerStar power makes NZ Symphony Orchestra concert out of this world, writes William Dart.31 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentApocalypse now: Sense of doom fills lively workHofesh Shechter's Grand Finale brings audience to their feet, says Raewyn Whyte24 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: APO's Turangalila Symphony triumphAuckland Philharmonia Orchestra does full justice to rarely-performed grand composition.24 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: 'The Dreamer' paints life as a waking dreamWestern and Chinese theatre traditions meet in a play which offers hope for a way forward.22 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: Ulster American shocks lack subtlety and substanceUlster American is meant to be sophisticated theatre but falls short, says Dione Joseph.21 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentThis is what a 'boss in a dress' sounds likeWith her latest release, Little Simz did not come to play games.20 Mar 09:00 PM
EntertainmentHow John and Hilary comforted a nationCOMMENT: The broadcasters reunited under tragic circumstances to both inform and comfort.19 Mar 07:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: Astroman reaches for new heightsIt's not perfect but feel-good Astroman still sends hearts soaring, says Ethan Sills.19 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: A Man of Good Hope - the road is long but well worth taking"A Man of Good Hope" is musical theatre at its most relevant, writes Dionne Christian.17 Mar 11:02 PM
KahuTheatre review: 'Ka Tito Au' shows how theatre flourishes everywhereApirana Taylor's re-telling of Kupe's heroic adventures takes theatre all over Auckland.17 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: Silkroad Ensemble travels wellSilkroad Ensemble takes listeners on a first-class musical journey, writes William Dart.15 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: By Heart is an act of pure love and joyTiago Rodrigues' By Heart is a delectable treat, write Paul Simei-Barton.14 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentWill Sigrid's pop Sucker Punch knock you out?Sucker Punch is packed with bold, direct songwriting, but is it a knock out or cheap shot?14 Mar 12:00 AM
EntertainmentIs this the rap album of 2019 already?2 Chainz' new album has everything you could want and sounds amazing.13 Mar 11:00 PM
EntertainmentCabaret fires blanks under the big topLacking in fizz? Glam cabaret Blanc to Blanc bubbles but never pops, writes Ethan Sills.11 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentDance reviews: Different works explore human reactionsLocal dance makers craft engaging tales which test limits of human reactions.11 Mar 12:00 AM
EntertainmentClassical review: Endlessly inventive Magic Flute hooks audiences to the silver screenArts Festival pulls off major coup getting wild and wonderful Magic Flute to Auckland.09 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentWhy we're Crushing on Julia JacklinJulia Jacklin leaves no emotional stone unturned on her new album.07 Mar 01:00 AM
EntertainmentHow Solange reinvented the album for 2019In a world of streaming, is this what an album is now? Solange thinks so.07 Mar 12:00 AM
EntertainmentTheatre review: Wild Dogs barks in triumphDeeply moving Wild Dogs Under My Skirts starts Auckland Arts Festival with bite.06 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentReview: Xavier Rudd in Mount MaunganuiAustralian musician Xavier Rudd played for the first time in Tauranga to a sold-out crowd04 Mar 10:20 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: APO triples the enjoymentBeethoven and Bruckner, composers worlds apart, attract impressive numbers to APO.03 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentLot of Fringe benefits for theatre fansFringe Festival highlights: our critics pick their favourites.03 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentRap God Eminem delivers religious experience in NZEminem's stellar performance made it clear why the tour is called "Rapture".02 Mar 06:30 PM