PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTheatre review: A romantic comedy firstMāori/Aboriginal first a reason to celebrate, showing what happens when we work together.15 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPerformers let their fingers do the talkingIs a show where the performers use only their fingers a festival highlight? You bet.13 Mar 02:00 AM
EntertainmentShould you see The Book of Mormon? Our take on shocking, inappropriate musicalDoes The Book of Mormon live up to the hype?12 Mar 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentLandmark New Zealand production opens at Auckland Arts FestivalPowerful story told well highlights links between NZ and Zimbabwe.10 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWanting to hear new stories? Upu is the theatre show you need to seeUpu shows the depth of Oceanic poetry.10 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentGreat New Zealander's hidden history and the surprising link he forged with ZimbabweLittle known link between New Zealand and Zimbabwe revealed in new play.08 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTheatre review: Emilia sends Pop Up Globe off in stylePop-up Globe's last Auckland production sends the theatre company on its way in style.08 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuPlay's title does nothing to sell its intelligent and powerful storyDon't let the title put you off; Little Black Bitch is intelligent, moving and essential.08 Mar 04:00 PM
TravelNew York with kids: A guide to nailing itThink the Big Apple doesn't work with kids in tow? Think again.07 Mar 05:02 PM
New ZealandIs the answer written in the stars? Zodiac play tests the theoryAre you a believer in astrology? Live performances tests truth of Chinese zodiac.06 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentFringe farewells Auckland for another yearAuckland Fringe Festival brings laughs and heart to varied stories.05 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTheatre group to share tales of homelessness on Auckland's streets in EuropeTheatre group that's called the streets home prepares for European festival.03 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentHundreds queue in Auckland for Book of Mormon ticketsThe Tony, Olivier and Grammy award winning show will begin its limited run season at the Civic Theatre on Friday, 6 March.Watch03 Mar 02:03 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAuckland Fringe Review: Fetished world and a hidden gemAuckland Fringe shows why we need to keep developing unique NZ dance and theatre voices.01 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentDepression: Take the dog for a walk says powerful new playStellar cast combine mythology, waiata and humour to tackle Māori suicide epidemic.29 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDark lady emerges from the shadows400 years after England's first woman poet made her name known, she's finally being heard.28 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandProvoked, amused and disappointed - reviews of Auckland Fringe's first showsIn a crowded and diverse Auckland Fringe, shows have to stand out. Did these?27 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentThe Book of Mormon a masterclass in satire with heartThe world's most 'inappropriate' musical is about to open in Auckland.26 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOn the edge: a taste of what to expect at the Auckland Fringe FestivalAuckland's biggest performing arts festival opens next week.20 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentHarry Potter gets a Kiwi twistA Kiwi actor is bringing Ron Weasley to life in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.19 Feb 11:04 PM
EntertainmentMichael Hurst: 'It was a perfect marriage of theatre and reality'The actor recalls a nightmare onstage experience and his meeting with William Shatner.19 Feb 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentTheatre review: Roger Hall winds up with styleSir Roger Hall's Winding Up drives home the absurdity of everyday existence.16 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentProud theatre moves festival into reflective momentsAuckland's Pride Festival continues to give voice to those seldom heard.13 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWhen is murder not murder? How an unjust law enabled killers of gay men to escape murder convictionsA defence that allowed criminals to get away with murder is in the spotlight again.07 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentRoger Hall winds it up for booming new playNew Roger Hall play to open in Auckland before North Island tour. Will it be his last?04 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentHannah Gadsby's triumphant New Zealand returnThe comedian amazed with award-winning Nanette; Douglas continues the comedy with bite.02 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentAn end to Transtasman rivalry? Theatre shows new way NZ and Australia may be moving closerWorld's first Māori - Aboriginal rom-com signals new moves for local theatre.31 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentActor's plea - don't box me inHotel room performer on finding his own path in life.24 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentHow theatre is helping to make refugee kids feel that NZ can be homeWhy could an Auckland arts group become vital to youth as NZ's refugee quota increases?17 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentDavid Suchet on his wife and mourning PoirotDavid Suchet speaks to The Herald ahead of his February stage show in Auckland.16 Jan 06:00 PM
EntertainmentThe winners from Auckland's theatre awards namedThe shining stars of Auckland theatre 2019 have been announced.16 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentExuberant Romeo and Juliet strikes a fine balance between humour and pathosThe Pop-up Globe's farewell to Auckland is a love letter to the free spirit of theatre.15 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentOne out of the hat: Taika Waititi is our entertainment heroHe made us laugh - and think about hard things.11 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentPop-up Globe's big reveal - Romeo and Juliet as you've never seen them before"I always wanted to play some sort of seeded berry."06 Dec 04:00 PM