The Mad Hatter's Tea Party - a strong brew of music, magic and cirque.

Looking to keep the little'uns entertained these holidays? Try this on for size.

Shania Twain is in NZ, but is the superstar lip-syncing her way through?

Adam McKay's Vice puts a whole new twist on an old story.

Auckland Choral's Messiah a glorious celebration of a century-old tradition.

In a movie theatre, or on Netflix, either way, here's why you need to see Roma.

It's brilliant, beautiful, a cut above almost every other recent TV show. Is that enough?

Moments of exceptional dancing make "The Nutcracker" a sweet treat, Dione Joseph says.

Bach Musica NZ's Christmas Surprise concert was a seasonal delight, writes William Dart.

Just how did the Donkey ended up in the Christmas story?

Warning: These might seem like simple dog stories, but they'll break your heart.

"This ain't television, love, I can hear you."

Anderson .Paak is back on Oxnard, but some of his usual magic got left in Malibu.

Beethoven remains box office gold, says William Dart as the NZSO rounds off its 2018 year

The Auckland Chamber Orchestra is part of what makes life worth living, says William Dart.

Rita Ora sounds more herself than ever - but Phoenix's production is stuck in the past.

Chris Reed joins 3000 music fans for a contradictory and exhilarating night.

Imelda Marcos' love for her husband — and thousands of shoes — live on in disco musical.

Paul Simei-Barton is there as Pop-up Globe returns for a fourth season.

Paul Casserly looks back at some TV milestones.

Feisty Brit-rockers Bloc Party prove they're too good to join the nostalgia circuit.

APO winds down for 2018 with a diverting night in Vienna, writes William Dart.

You're not on Broadway any more ... but you might as well be.

Jacinda - the play - is a fitting tribute to the current government, writes Ethan Sills.

Emotions are poured in to every aspect of Atamira Dance's Pango, writes Raewyn Whyte.

Delta is pleasant, but a largely forgettable collection of tepid indie-rock songs.

Gustav Mahler's Seventh has been described as the Cinderella of the composer's symphonies.

Julia Roberts is predictably outstanding. As for the rest of this podcast-turned TV show?

Saturn marks considerable growth for Nao's artistry, more considered in its restraint.

It's not as steely as her debut, but Empress Of's Us is still a thrilling pop record.