Classiest of boy bands shows how pop anthems become secular anthems, writes William Dart

Theatremaker Ahi Karunaharan delivers seven fine stories in seven sips, says Dione Joseph.

Auckland Arts Festival seeks shows to appeal to young audiences; Junk was an absolute gem.

Putting George Orwell's dystopia onstage is a way to skewer our era of alternative facts.

In the open-air Silo Park, people were mostly subdued.

Bless the Child reminds us we're part of a society with responsibilities to one another.

The Piano: the ballet doesn't hit all the right notes but is an intriguing proposition.

Car Seat Headrest's re-imagining of an old album is pure indie-rock excellence.

There have been nine Moby records since Play. Here's why you should listen to the tenth.

The Billy T Award nominees are a mightily talented bunch in 2018.

Islands of the Gulf is a series worth watching from both the beginning and the end.

"Giselle" is dramatic, intense and very well danced, says dance reviewer Raewyn Whyte.

Lucy Dacus shows talent well beyond her 22 years on her second record.

Mars delivers hit after hit, proving his class at the first of a 4-night stand in Auckland

Irresistible songs of sunlight, sky and life make for magical evening, writes William Dart

Five reviewers give their reflections after week one of the Auckland Fringe Festival.

Mayhem and comic madness make Shakespeare's lesser known comedy shine at Pop-up Globe.

Greg Bruce enjoys some snackable entertainment.

Marlon Williams has poured his post-breakup heart out and it is stunning.

U.S. Girls' sixth album delivers off-kilter, avant-garde pop at its best.

Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra ushers in 2018 with a rousing start, says William Dart.

Queen + Adam Lambert is a show that reminds just what a truly great band Queen were.

Greg Bruce on a TV doco full of home truths.

MGMT lost touch over their last two albums - but Little Dark Age is a promising new step.

B-grade songs. Second-rate verses. That's how movie soundtracks work. Not this time.

Robbie Williams isn't showing any signs of slowing down.

Paul Casserly reviews The Assassination of Gianni Versace and rewatches I, Claudius

The Auckland Pride Festival continues to offer sophisticated cabaret and smart theatre.

Maurice Gee's famous story gets a new adaptation in this ATC production.

The rapper declared his love of New Zealand - and Fruit Bursts - to Spark Arena on Friday.