ReviewsKarl PuschmannKarl Puschmann: Does Martin Scorsese's new doco capture the fever of Beatlemania?It took the band a fortnight to conquer the US – Beatles ‘64 takes you along for the ride.28 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumReviewsWilliam DartNZSO's stunning performance: From Mars to Neptune, a night to rememberNZSO dazzles with 'The Planets' and Elgar's Violin Concerto at Auckland Town Hall.28 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia takes audience on 'Romantic Journey'William Dart reviews Auckland Philharmonia's showcase of Tchaikovsky’s wizardry,24 Nov 04:00 PM
ReviewsWhy the Wicked movie is better than the stage musicalREVIEW: The affection between the good and green witches of Oz has been magnified tenfold.23 Nov 10:59 PM
ReviewsKatie Harris'Good to be home': Crowded House deliver unforgettable Auckland performance'I feel very blessed to be amongst you and to be in Auckland.'23 Nov 09:48 PM
ReviewsKarl PuschmannGladiator II review: Leave history in the history books and just enjoy gladiators fighting sharksKarl Puschmann thanks the gods for the film's wild historical inaccuracies.21 Nov 04:00 PM
ReviewsMitchell HagemanWatch: Young Auckland fan invited to sing in Twenty One Pilots' skeletal spectacleREVIEW: Packed, pumping Auckland crowd 'exceeded our expectation' band said.17 Nov 10:25 PM
ReviewsKarl PuschmannKarl Puschmann - Is Dune: Prophecy the new Game of Thrones?There's 'political intrigue, spicy scenes and oodles of blood' but is it worth the work?14 Nov 04:00 PM
ReviewsBethany ReitsmaColdplay's Chris Martin: 'The world needs love from NZ right now'REVIEW: Last night, Eden Park was transformed into a sky full of stars.13 Nov 05:58 PM
ReviewsMovie Review: The Piano LessonGreat American play adapted into an off-key movie.12 Nov 04:00 PM
ReviewsIn ‘Here,’ Robert Zemeckis homes in on the room where it happensThe digitally savvy director’s fixed-perspective experiment takes us back to the future.07 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumReviewsWilliam DartReview: Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra at Holy Trinity CathedralREVIEW: APO performed at Holy Trinity Cathedral.03 Nov 01:28 AM
PremiumPremiumReviewsLaughing through the jargon - HR The Musical creator on skewering workplace cultureOPINION: How workplace experiences inspired a musical critique of corporate culture.02 Nov 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Sung triumphs in Auckland Philharmonia's Mozart & Dvorak programmeOPINION: Shiyeon Sung proved her enviable versatility as she triumphed.27 Oct 03:32 AM
ReviewsReview: Jason Momoa's band Öof Tatatá rocks AucklandAquaman star made a surprising admission just before the final song.26 Oct 01:05 AM
ReviewsReview: A moronic conclusion to Tom Hardy’s awful Venom trilogy"As last dances go, it’s the Macarena in film form."24 Oct 08:31 PM
ReviewsThe Wild Robot – the most moving animation in decadesIt’s hard to recall a time when the state-of-the-art animation felt this much like art.14 Oct 04:00 PM
ReviewsKarl Puschmann'Couldn't take it any more': Double elimination rocks CTITonight on Celebrity Treasure Island, the final four are revealed.14 Oct 07:35 AM
ReviewsNazahryth BernardReview: UB40 brings the magic to Auckland concertOPINION: I wasn’t sure what to expect with this UB40 lineup.12 Oct 12:54 AM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Mozart and Copland shine at NZSO's Jupiter concert in AucklandNZSO's Jupiter concert features Mozart, Copland, and Cresswell's final Piano Concerto.25 Sep 05:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartReview: NZ Opera ends bumper season with grand finaleOPINION: This opera’s narrative has the adrenalin blast of a high-powered Sopranos episode22 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumReviewsIt’s Liane Moriarty’s world - we’re just reading in itIn Here One Moment, Liane Moriarty confronts mortality and the unpredictability of life.21 Sep 10:00 PM
ReviewsA bad episode of The Crown? A Very Royal Scandal reviewThe Newsnight interview drama shows royal family life in all its dysfunction.19 Sep 03:42 AM
PremiumPremiumReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Heady delights from Auckland PhilharmoniaOPINION: Two hours of life-affirming joy and stylish elegance at Auckland Town Hall.15 Sep 05:00 PM
ReviewsVarsha AnjaliReview: Girls & Boys is a must-see, even if it’s uncomfortableIt has the intimate grittiness of a loved one’s bloodstained, sweat-soaked clothing.13 Sep 08:05 AM
Reviews‘You’re pressing too hard!’: The best and worst Hollywood kissesOPINION: Cinema’s five greatest smooches – and five we’d rather forget.06 Sep 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: NZSO's marine-themed Auckland concertREVIEW: Nielsen’s Helios Overture was an inspired launch for the NZSO's La Mer concert.01 Sep 05:00 PM
ReviewsWhat new biography reveals about Queen Elizabeth IIREVIEW: Craig Brown's funny, fact-filled biography of the late monarch.26 Aug 12:12 AM
PremiumPremiumReviewsWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia’s Vengerov & SibeliusReviewing Auckland Philharmonia’s recent concert at the Auckland Town Hall.25 Aug 05:00 PM
ReviewsBlink Twice is a stylish but strained thrillerREVIEW: Zoë Kravitz makes her directorial debut in a movie set on a private island.24 Aug 02:26 AM
ReviewsKarl PuschmannReview: Does the creator of Ted Lasso have another hit with Bad Monkey?Vince Vaughn turns his hand to the small screen (and a mysterious severed arm).22 Aug 05:00 PM
ReviewsAunties go wild for Jason Momoa in AucklandREVIEW: 'It’s hot as hell in here and I’m not talking temperature.'22 Aug 12:55 AM
ReviewsThe good and bad of Auckland’s newest venue Double Whammy!Karangahape Rd's famous gig spot has been transformed. The Spinoff checks out the changes.21 Aug 03:35 AM
ReviewsVarsha AnjaliDance battles, puppetry and singing hobbits? It’s Lord of the Rings, the musicalReview: What can Kiwis expect from A Musical Tale when it hits Auckland?20 Aug 10:17 PM
