New ZealandWellington council mulls arts festival payout after theatre delayCouncil documents confirm the theatre will not re-open in time to host the festival.30 Jul 01:08 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuK-Pop Academy stars Northland talentFive Dargaville High School students are set to star in TV series.29 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentTheatre review: Here and Now Festival returns for 13th yearYang/Young and Fleshies 2.0 are the two very different works on offer this year27 Jul 01:23 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Aliens invade Bay of PlentyA group of youngsters produce their own theatrical play. Made with funding from NZ On Air.23 Jul 09:52 PM
KahuElemental, my dear Auckland: Chase away the winter blues at city's winter festivalMore than 50 events and experiences are on offer, from night food markets to live music.16 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandProjectionist John Lilley on history of film projecting in New ZealandProjectionist John Lilley on history of film projecting in New Zealand. Video / Alex BurtonWatch10 Jul 02:52 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle'Creating art isn't ever easy''I emerged from the theatre an absolute blubbery mess' - Shane Bosher on The Normal Heart02 Jul 10:00 PM
EntertainmentHakuna Matata: Lion King musical helps Spark Arena chart path through Covid downturnCovid-19 has led Auckland events venues to close down. Could the Lion King hold an answer?02 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandParking time limits extended in Wellington after arts sector complaintAn open letter was signed by 16 groups including the NZSO and Royal New Zealand Ballet.30 Jun 02:00 AM
EntertainmentWorkmates' jibes all part of the fun for Full Monty castThe New Plymouth Little Theatre has secured rights to The Full Monty stage play.28 Jun 10:00 PM
New ZealandWellington's arts sector says new parking rules will stop people coming to showsExtending two-hour parking time limit until 10pm won't be enough time to attend shows.28 Jun 02:52 AM
New Zealand'Cancel culture gone too far': Canterbury Uni club scraps Chaplin musicalConcerns were reportedly raised about Chaplin's "predatory and inappropriate conduct".26 Jun 07:37 PM
EntertainmentTourists can now see 'backstage' area of ColosseumRome's Colosseum has undergone an extensive and expensive restoration.25 Jun 09:13 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionElisabeth Easther'I was painfully shy, so in terms of where I've ended up... it has surprised people'Actor and writer Jacob Rajan talks about his life and work.31 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Confluence bringing together people and documentariesCouple provide valuable role at Confluence. Made with funding from NZ On Air.22 May 08:41 PM
EntertainmentFair is foul for 'problematic' ShakespeareThe Globe Theatre has opened a debate on 'decolonising' the playwright's work.22 May 02:26 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentFrom poverty to Disney royalty: The man behind The Lion King's musicSouth Africa's Lebo M. went from poverty and exile to winning a Grammy for The Lion King.21 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentComedy Fest review: Emotional 'Bunny' finds the funny in clubbingReview: Barnie's Duncan theatrical fest show balances comedy and grief to great success.07 May 02:11 AM
KahuRawiri Paratene is a proud pakaSam Brooks speaks to Rawiri Paratene as he prepares to say goodbye and retire from stage.21 Apr 05:00 AM
EntertainmentReview: Jersey Boys proves NZ can master professional musical theatreReview: G&T Production's first professional show is a stellar success.19 Apr 11:28 PM
EntertainmentReview: First World Problems returns to spotlight standout talentREVIEW: The regular theatre event is back for its third season.19 Apr 11:13 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionElisabeth EastherCassandra Tse: 'I chose theatre over becoming a lawyer'Cassandra Tse says she's quite proud of not being cool.19 Apr 05:00 PM
EntertainmentReview: Haka Party Incident shines a light on dark day in NZ's pastThe ATC's new play explores the events leading up to the 1979 The Haka Party Incident05 Apr 11:39 PM
EntertainmentFocus: Jersey Boys return to New ZealandFocus: Jersey Boys star Fergus Inder on what New Zealand audiences can expect from the show.Watch23 Mar 04:26 AM
EntertainmentFirst-of-its-kind queer play sells out in WellingtonThe play The Eternal Queers is believed to be the first of its kind in Aotearoa.21 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumInvestmentFrom 750,000 ticket sales to $1m liabilities: Pop-up Globe's demiseCovid-19's wrecking ball takes another victim.18 Mar 04:26 AM
EntertainmentBorder gates open for 'The Lion King': 126 'critical workers' granted exemptions for showImmigration NZ has approved 126 Covid-19 border exemptions for the stage production.15 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleEarning a crust: How actors are faring after a year without BroadwayBroadway performer Max Kumangai has leaned into a fourth skill as the pandemic marches on.13 Mar 12:56 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment'Everything we took for granted has been taken away'This is a moment in history - British actor Juliet Stevenson12 Mar 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionElisabeth EastherKatie Wolfe: 'As a child, I probably never stopped talking. I was 5 going on 55'Actor, writer and director Katie Wolfe talks about her life and work.01 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat a weekend! Busy days ahead on water and off for AucklandPrada Cup racing is back on in Auckland this weekend, but that's not all.12 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentArts in 2021: The big productions and festivals coming to AucklandTheatre, dance, comedy and music - numerous events are coming to Auckland.03 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentHorrifying video emerges of TV star's 4.5m fall from trapeze mid-showKerri-Anne Kennerley plunged to the stage floor and was hospitalised.31 Dec 03:02 AM
EntertainmentEx-Neighbours Australian star found not guilty of assaulting co-starsCraig McLachlan, 55, has been cleared of 13 charges relating to four women.15 Dec 02:10 AM
