ReviewsReview: Festival Opera’s Romeo and Juliet an unforgettable experienceOne of the joys was seeing young opera performers supporting professionals.13 Feb 10:23 PM
EntertainmentYoung Kiwi star lands lead role in huge international productionWhile many were enjoying the summer, Tayla Alexander was preparing for a lead role.26 Jan 12:37 AM
New ZealandReview: New Zealand Opera School chapel serviceThis sublime and difficult oratorio by J.F. Haydn was sung entirely in Latin.15 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentPhantom from the opera: Andrew Lloyd Webber conducts exorcism in London homeThe Phantom of the Opera composer summoned a priest to his Belgravia address.03 Jan 11:28 PM
New Zealand'Opera boot camp' to celebrate 30th anniversaryYoung singers will be put through their paces at the NZ Opera School in Whanganui.01 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentThe best culture feuds: 10 duos that went from magic to mayhemHall and Oates aren't the only famous duo to fall out.27 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandHamilton tenor wins Australian Singing CompetitionEmmanuel Fonoti-Fuimaono, 25, is the first Kiwi to win the competition since 2019.11 Sep 01:57 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Ieremia brings classic to present-day South PacificThere is so much to admire in Neil Ieremia’s production of (m)Orpheus.07 Sep 05:00 PM
KahuClassic Greek tragedy opera revived with Māori, Pacific twist(m)Orpheus production to feature Māori and Pacific Island influences.28 Aug 09:55 PM
EntertainmentFrom lockdown duet to multi-million dollar deal for Kiwi singerTayla Alexander never dreamed the duet could land her a multi-million dollar deal.25 Jul 07:36 AM
TalanoaHamilton opera student to sing in Australian comp semi-finalsSamoan tenor Emmanuel Fonoti-Fuimaono takes part in the Australian Singing Competition.15 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSpecialists brought in to help opera houseWork is being carried out in the theatre after a review highlighted safety concerns.09 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSir James Wallace case: Top institutions distance themselves from sex offenderOrganisations scramble to remove links to disgraced former rich-lister and philanthropist.29 Jun 04:22 AM
New ZealandWaikato University talent to audition at Sydney Opera HouseThe six students will audition as part of a new degree.08 Jun 11:28 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Cosi fan Tutte at the Kiri Te Kanawa TheatreThis opera has always been tricky territory with its sexual politics.01 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I’m still a little girl from NZ': Inside the private life and amazing career of Dame Kiri Te KanawaEncounters with the famous, kissing Paul Holmes, an intriguing husband and a new NZ life.16 May 07:11 AM
New ZealandFuture stars take to the stage for Aria competitionMeet the 2023 Aria competitors.27 Mar 11:34 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionPaul Potts at NZ's 'biggest party' - 3800 at sit-down Ellerslie dinnerTwo families put money aside for five years to mark the massive business milestone.26 Mar 04:00 AM
EntertainmentPaul Potts to star in 50 Golden Years of Musicals NZ tourThe popular musical production will see performances from Britain's Got Talent winner.06 Dec 06:27 PM
EntertainmentHall swept away by Auckland Philharmonia OrchestraWilliam Dart reviews the latest APO concert Il Trovatore.17 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandGo behind the scenes at Wellington's St James Theatre before it reopens tonightAfter years of painstaking work, the theatre has been returned to its former glory.23 Jun 04:00 AM
EntertainmentAuthor cites governorship issues in NZ Opera resignationsWiti Ihimaera, one of three board members who resigned, speaks on their decision.30 May 11:12 PM
New ZealandThey're back, this time with music: 'Unruly tourists' to be turned into stage showThe so-called "unruly tourists" are set to grace the stage through the NZO.16 May 08:22 AM
New ZealandGlobal tenor star joins fight to save Auckland churchThe church site is a prime spot for apartments.10 May 04:39 AM
EntertainmentGate-crasher Ipu Laga'aia centre stage againLaga'aia will always be remembered for gate-crashing Dame Kiri Te Kanawa's gig in 2019.14 Apr 05:00 PM
Entertainment'He just hit me': What happened with Nicole Kidman at the opera"And then this guy behind me just whacked Nic, like really hit her, with the programme."26 Feb 09:47 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Founder reflects on opera school and Opera Week successFuture looks bright for Whanganui opera. Made with funding from NZ On Air.21 Jan 05:10 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpera singer, mum, former coroner - who is new health and disability commissioner?"It was hard not to be affected by it," new health boss speaks on White Island tragedy.23 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart: Diva delights her bedroom audienceThe Human Voice plays for a small audience in a Hotel DeBrett room.11 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWilliam Dart: Semele an opera not to be missedWith the roar of motorbike for thunder and cellphones for narcissistic mirrors.01 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentReview: Passion and betrayal thrillAPO's night at the opera sweeps away the cobwebs of lockdown isolation.12 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandShania Twain and Abu Dhabi prince have his artwork - the colourful life of late artist Tim WilsonJane Phare: Painter of memories died from cancer, played down even to his inner circle.31 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandChoral work given dramatic new impact by mood of our timesChoral performance a masterclass in making classics truly breath-taking.15 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMaddest opera is a must-seeWhy Eight Songs for a Mad King succeeds in taking Opera NZ into a brave new world.12 Mar 04:00 PM
