The contours of the story are familiar but it is told with humour and sincerity .

Drugged-out cult fascists attacking you with flamethrowers - this game gets tough.

Two plays at the Basement show the variety of work on offer at dynamic Auckland theatre.

President Trump called to congratulate her on the series return. But is it worth watching?

Mastodon and Gojira proved themselves to be two of the world's best metal acts right now

Auckland production of Mamma Mia! is an experience to remember, writes Dione Joseph.

George Ezra sounds boxed in by his own positivity on his second album.

Did you think Peter Rabbit was a cutesy-wutesy tale about a lettuce-stealing bunny wunny?

"Could you open up your bibles and turn to the chapter of love?" Yes, that's Snoop Dogg.

Dance work Tender is the Night has its own stark charm, writes Dione Joseph.

Arranged is the perfect palate cleanser after the grubbiness of MAFS.

Auckland Arts Festival could not have wished for a more festive finale.

Us/Them is about tragedy, yet jet black humour ensures you'll continue to think about it.

Terrace House, Japanese reality franchise is a surprisingly difficult show to describe.

The Far Side of the Moon still appealing to audiences, 20 years after it first played.

Silo Theatre's Body Double gives a feminist take on sex and desire, says Janet McAllister.

Bringing together a number of Kiwi musical talents, The New King is a rewarding listen.

Stone Temple Pilots are best when they're weird. But their new album isn't weird enough.

David Fa'auliuli Mamea's one-woman play is a charming chamber production.

The Real Housewife is trumpeting a bid for super-stardom with a flute, writes Alex Casey.

The bros are buffed and ready for magic with a little help from Les Mills.

His talent can't be confined or defined, writes Greg Bruce.

A circus like no other where the contrast between town and country vividly comes alive.

Jack Charles, a drug addict for 40 years and a prisoner for 20 of those, argues his case.

Avant-garde ensemble From Scratch take fans on a trip to savour, writes William Dart.

Atlanta rapper Lil Yachty's follow-up to Teenage Emotions shows some growing pains.

Soccer Mommy's debut album balances both strength and fragility.

A three-part mini-series recaptures the terror of British serial killer John Christie.

The magic happens late in Anderson & Roe's piano duo, says William Dart.

Choreographer Michael Parmenter's long-dreamed of Orpheus is sublime, says Raewyn Whyte.