ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia shines with Ravel and Saint-Saens concertREVIEW: Sydney Philharmonia Choirs added sonorous, wordless voices to the performance.10 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumLifestyle'Monsters are not born – they are created'Playwright Jess Sayer on the 19th-century teen who gave the world Frankenstein's monster.09 Aug 02:00 AM
EntertainmentA magical debut: Disney on Ice stars ready to enchant New Zealand Disney on Ice skaters reveal some of the magic behind the curtain.08 Aug 03:19 AM
New ZealandActors, parents 'disappointed' by Akl theatre group's response to sex charges shock07 Aug 06:04 AM
EntertainmentPlaymates, Workmates and life in acting: Matt Whelan’s new love letter to Kiwi theatre27 Jul 12:00 AM
OpinionHow grief inspired NZ actor to take on one of the world’s most famous festivals Sophie Vincent's dad founded fashion retailer Hartleys. His death inspired her new play.24 Jul 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Marc Ellis to open wellness studio; Trelise Cooper’s $10m apartment off the market Plus, businessman Andy Higgs is campaigning for better digital security for Kiwis. 23 Jul 05:00 PM
Travel8 Mistakes I made at the Edinburgh Fringe FestivalHeading to the iconic performance festival? Here's what not to do. 17 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandTheatre stalwart's triumphant return after PTSD recoveryDi Leach is returning to theatre seven years after she became unwell.11 Jul 02:00 AM
KahuWellington Opera brings historic tale of Rotorua soldier to lifeThe opera 'Mate Ururoa' tells Captain Roger Dansey's true story.08 Jul 09:46 PM
EntertainmentVeteran actor David Killick dies aged 87The British actor died peacefully aged 87 at St John’s Hospice in North London.07 Jul 09:40 PM
Royals'Deeply saddened': Children’s theatre pioneer dies at 61 after cancer battleThe Aucklander leaves a legacy of quality, creativity and accessibility. 07 Jul 02:49 AM
New Zealand13 emerging designers shine: Resene awards spotlight student talentAwards backed by paint-maker Resene are proving a springboard for budding design careers.07 Jul 02:03 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentIs Romeo & Juliet the greatest love story of all time?Set in 1960s Italy, a sizzling new production of Shakespeare's most famous play is about to open in Auckland.Watch04 Jul 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment'The 60s was a decade synonymous with love'A sizzling new take on the greatest love story of all time.04 Jul 08:00 PM
New ZealandMusic teacher's playwriting debut brings theatre 'whodunit' to lifeMatthew Sheard’s play The Beast of Burden debuts at Rotorua Little Theatre this month.03 Jul 10:00 PM
New ZealandUK comedian Bill Bailey's new tour heads to NZHe'll perform in 13 centres, including Rotorua on November 21.30 Jun 04:00 AM
LifestyleTop picks for family fun on school holidays in AucklandWeary parents needn't panic – there are many options to keep the cries of boredom at bay.27 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandArts festival to return, with a circus spectacleThe Hawke’s Bay Arts Festival returns in October after last year's cancellation.25 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJoanna WaneVictor Rodger's play Black Faggot, was groundbreaking - how relevant is it today?'I forbade my mother from seeing it. There's a lot of sex talk in the show.'20 Jun 07:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: How Auckland Philharmonia captivated with Handel and TippettREVIEW: Handel's Water Music echoed its 1717 premiere with lively, rhythmic energy.15 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinion'At 17, I was dealing with NCEA stress headaches and wondering why no boys were into me'From mousy missionary to teen warrior heroine: Brownyn Ensor on playing Joan of Arc.13 Jun 08:00 PM
WorldTom Felton faces backlash for supporting J.K. Rowling at Tony AwardsThe actor supported J.K. Rowling at the Tony Awards, sparking an online backlash.10 Jun 12:36 AM
New ZealandYoung Rotorua actor lands lead role in Auckland's AnnieGracie travels from Rotorua for rehearsals, balancing school with theatre.08 Jun 09:09 PM
New Zealand'This breaks my heart': Former Lotto co-host and actor dies aged 61Marise Wipani was also a Miss New Zealand runner-up to the eventual Miss Universe winner.07 Jun 12:47 AM
EntertainmentExclusive look: Chicago the Musical's glitzy NZ tour preparationsPrepare for a criminally good time as beloved show hits the stage.06 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentLa Clique – the headline show of Auckland Live Cabaret FestivalLa Clique – the headline show of Auckland Live Cabaret Festival runs at The Civic from 3-15 June. Video / NZ HeraldWatch03 Jun 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentRutene Spooner's new show pays homage to his musical rootsThe show aims to connect with kaumātua, celebrating classic jazz and crooning.03 Jun 02:00 AM