New ZealandCircus Kumarani marks 21 years as stage for all ages and abilitiesThe community circus is about supporting people of all ages and abilities.05 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids: Kiwi kid drummer hero dominates world competitionReporter Georgie talks to Ashwan, a kid whose tremendous talent on the Indian tabla has scored him an incredible three medals from the World Championships of Performing Arts!Watch25 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne students nab awards at Shakespeare festivalMost Promising Actor and dance awards for Gisborne students at Shakespeare festival.24 Jun 05:00 PM
Entertainment'It's art, science, psychology': Australia's top illusionist demonstrates his magicTickets for Cosentino’s November and December shows across NZ are now available.22 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentAustralia’s top illusionist Cosentino works his magicIllusionist and magician Cosentino visits the NZ Herald studio to demonstrate some sleight of hand. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandBrass banding Waikato families heading to nationalsBrass banding is very much a family affair in the Waikato.17 Jun 08:30 PM
EntertainmentAussie artist Dean Lewis announces NZ tour dates for 2024The multi-platinum singer-songwriter will perform in three NZ cities this November.14 Jun 08:44 PM
New ZealandFounders drama continues: Demo budget extended by nearly $1mThe extension was necessary due to an ‘unprecedented’ asbestos find.12 Jun 05:17 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand13-year-old busks his way around the country to fund potentially life-changing tripGabriel Rodrigues has a minute to wow judges and win a life-changing scholarship.11 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandDunedin musician shines light on living with Tourette syndromeMads Harrop says she finds solace from her condition while on stage.08 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTe Awamutu Intermediate ‘shines’ at Waikato round of ShowquestShowquest a chance for students to shine at the performing arts.04 Jun 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Le comte Ory at the Kiri Te Kanawa TheatreOPINION: The key to NZ Opera’s sparkling Le comte Ory lies with conductor Brad Cohen.02 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato schools not afraid of greatness at Shakespeare FestivalHamilton Boys'and Girls' High and Taupō-nui-a-tia representing Waikato in Wellington.28 May 12:13 AM
ReviewsReview: The Rug is a musical well worth your supportThe locally made show is based on two cavemen families each wanting what the other has.21 May 12:58 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Full-circle moment': World-renowned mime returns to stage he performed on as a kidHe's travelled the world with his craft; now he's coming back to where it started.17 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandSuspense mounts for Hitchcock stage performanceA 1940s live radio play with a ten-piece band promises a performance like no other.05 May 08:50 PM
New ZealandThrills, horror and humour: Sweeney Todd Musical comes to HamiltonSweeney Todd is considered to be a true Stephen Sondheim masterpiece.02 May 08:30 PM
New ZealandBallroom Blitz to bring special dance show to Taupō, HamiltonThe show is touring New Zealand and will also make a stop in Waikato.29 Apr 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Somebody’s got to open that door': Concerns at decision to deny theatres' funding applicationsWaikato Herald spoke to local arts advocates about what the cuts mean for the future.26 Apr 06:00 PM
EntertainmentSpy: Disco fever? Auckland Town Hall to transform into Studio 54Dust off your flares and sequins.13 Apr 07:30 PM
EntertainmentSpy: Red White and Brass to hit the stage with star John-Paul FoliakiFoliaka tells Spy about the “awesome Tongan talent” involved.12 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandTrailblazer Meri takes to the stageMeri Tipene-Walker is the first woman and first Māori to be the president of OnStage.09 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Incredibly difficult': Hawke’s Bay Arts Festival cancelledIt featured record numbers and half-price tickets last year, but won't be back in 2024.05 Apr 02:04 AM
EntertainmentLizzo gives update after 'quitting' announcement'With that being said, I'm going to keep moving forward. I'm going to keep being me.'03 Apr 12:14 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay’s Easter weekend in pictures: From salty seafood to tapping toesThere was plenty to see and do this Easter in Hawke's Bay, despite spells of bad weather.31 Mar 03:17 AM
EntertainmentStill lives Auckland connects art and sportStill Lives, by art duo Daniel Kok from Singapore and Melbournian Luke George, is billed as a site-specific performance installation series aiming to showcase connections between art and sport. Video / NZ HeraldWatch27 Mar 03:10 AM
TalanoaAuckland Secondary Schools' Polyfest celebrates 49 yearsMore than 8000 students from 239 Auckland high schools are performing this year.19 Mar 04:00 PM
ReviewsReview: Box of Birds a cute show for littliesBirdlife Productions brought their show Box of Birds to the Hamilton Arts Festival.04 Mar 03:26 AM
New ZealandReview: Hamilton Arts Festival begins with a ‘Chee Hoo!’The Hamilton Arts Festival runs until March 3.28 Feb 01:58 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentThe inside story of Wellington's subversive 70s theatre groupIntroducing the great, romantic tragedy of New Zealand's Red Mole theatre group.13 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleAuckland Pride’s Julia Croft and Hāmiora Bailey are going beyond paradiseThe co-directors on Ki Tua, leadership and passing the mic.31 Jan 07:00 PM
LifestylePolyfest parody heading for world premiereBehind the scenes with a new Pasifika company's debut theatre production.26 Jan 08:00 PM
TravelPass the hat: World Buskers Festival acts on the etiquette of tipping street performersThe world's best street performers are in Christchurch for the next 10 days.18 Jan 03:30 AM
New Zealand'The power of womanhood': Te Arawa legend to tour NZ as aerial dance and kapa haka performanceHatupatu | Kurungaituku premieres as part of the New Zealand festival of Arts in February.02 Jan 03:00 AM
