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World-renowned New York composer's bespoke gift is icing on the cake for NZ string trio.
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Behind the scenes: Hone Kouka on provocative theatre Bless the Child
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Ex-MP Delahunty takes to the stage
The former Green Party MP goes from the House to the stage with her spoken word poetry.
Buskers take music from street to stage
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Film becomes a ballet becomes a documentary
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Pride Festival wows and may have cult classic in making
The Auckland Pride Festival continues to offer sophisticated cabaret and smart theatre.
Highs, lows in the Scottish play
Pop-up Globe's Macbeth is enjoyable but it lacks the wow factor, says Janet McAllister.
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Government steps in to save school arts events
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