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
WorldOpera superstar Placido Domingo's 'pattern of sexual misconduct, abuse of power'More than two dozen people come forward in the probe.25 Feb 04:28 PM
EntertainmentThree cheers for eight (mad) songsNZ Opera signals a bold new direction with its latest show - one that aims to unsettle.25 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentDisputing harassment claims, Domingo says he's a gentlemanPlacido Domingo is disputing allegations of sexual harassment against him.02 Dec 12:05 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentDame Kiri lures them to newly re-named theatreConcert in Dame Kiri Te Kanawa's honour signals much joy to come in re-named theatre.21 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentLosses cause NZ Opera to change keyForced to re-imagine how to be a viable national arts body, NZ Opera reveals 2020 plans.14 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentNZ opera stars shine in dark and ghostly taleThe Turn of the Screw is gripping and unsettling, Gothic opera at its best.20 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentUS Opera star Jessye Norman farewelled in style'Before there was Oprah, Beyoncé and Michelle Obama, there was Jessye Norman.'14 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentPlacido Domingo resigns as general director of LA OperaMore than 20 women have accused opera star Placido Domingo of sexual harassment.02 Oct 07:56 PM
EntertainmentA phantom at the opera? Young singers confront ghostly challengeWill there be a phantom at the opera? Not when it comes to young stars.30 Sep 04:00 PM
EntertainmentStar NZ opera singer's frightening new role: "It freaks me out. I get spooked."Opera star knows the real things that scare don't go bump in the night.27 Sep 05:00 PM
EntertainmentOpera union probes sex accusations against superstar Placido DomingoUnion launches its own investigation into sexual harassment allegations against Domingo.09 Sep 05:26 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Finally, Dame Kiri gets an overdue honourCOMMENT: Dame Kiri is coming home. It's a shame we didn't make it possible years ago.27 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentHow do you say no to God? Placido Domingo accused of sexual harassmentThere is apparently a troubling side to opera legend Placido Domingo.13 Aug 07:22 PM
EntertainmentAPO and NZ Opera turn it all on for Don GiovanniIn the #MeToo era, a 1787 opera seemed very 2019 as the APO turns in a fine performance.21 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentThis weekend we want to go to ...Auckland has a new winter festival and a star Kiwi muso returns to the stage this weekend.03 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandOpera House renovation hits high notesIntricate tile renovation echoes craftsman of old. Made with funding from NZ On Air.30 Jun 02:36 AM
