EntertainmentTheatre review: Dog, The BasementPlaywright Ben Hutchison establishes himself as an original and very distinctive voice with a play that has the gritty realism of a kitchen sink drama merging seamlessly into the weirdness of dream.19 Aug 11:30 PM
OpinionFireworks too long in comingColin Hogg writes: Why is it, in this jerky new world of sound bites and short attention spans, that television shows are getting longer and longer?18 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: HairsprayThis bright, feel-good musical left us so happy that we were possibly high on hairspray fumes, writes Janet McAllister.17 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentReview: Spiritual Bach piece played with passionStephen Layton was responsible for the memorable Mass in B minor, presented by Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra as its 2012 Choral Masterpiece concert.15 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentA genius from the startWe have searched the NZ Herald archive for our original reviews of Robin Williams' major roles. Read them here.14 Aug 01:00 AM
EntertainmentClassical review: ACO, Raye Freedom Arts CentreWe were expecting an evening of contrasts on Sunday when the Jade String Quartet played Mozart against an impressive line-up of percussion instruments.11 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionConcert review: On-form Dylan shows the loveWhy does Bob Dylan still tour the world when he could be enjoying a quiet existence living off his royalties? Why the hell wouldn’t he?09 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentDance review: Hypnotic work is one out of the boxThe opening work in this most mesmerising of programmes begins with a filmed section projected on to a large wooden cube which contains and catapults the dancers into action.07 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionReview: Steve-O, Bruce Mason CentreIt was supposed to be a fun comedy show. Turn up, sit down and have a few laughs. But at Steve-O's Bruce Mason Centre comedy set - it didn't take long for things to turn ugly.06 Aug 10:54 PM
EntertainmentConcert review: Ben Howard, Town HallThere is something magical about live music. Standing amongst a community of people in love with the songs. Closing your eyes and just letting the sounds flood through you.02 Aug 11:26 PM
