EntertainmentCultural festival creates musical harmonyMusicians unite in harmony for Auckland International Cultural Festival.04 Apr 04:00 PM
EntertainmentCirque review: The Dust Palace flies high in a goblin marketThe Dust Palace's latest production, about seduction and desire, is one of its best yet.04 Apr 04:00 PM
EducationMuch ado about something: Students compete for regional Shakespeare competition honoursWestern Heights students tackle a 15-minute scene from "Much ado About Nothing".30 Mar 11:48 PM
EntertainmentActor shares his theory on why The Mousetrap is so successfulWhy is The Mousetrap - soon to arrive in Auckland - the world's longest running play?26 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandGripping stage play to reveal who killed NZ teacherFriend of dead Kiwi says his play will reveal the officer responsible for the killing.22 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: 'The Dreamer' paints life as a waking dreamWestern and Chinese theatre traditions meet in a play which offers hope for a way forward.22 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: Ulster American shocks lack subtlety and substanceUlster American is meant to be sophisticated theatre but falls short, says Dione Joseph.21 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: Astroman reaches for new heightsIt's not perfect but feel-good Astroman still sends hearts soaring, says Ethan Sills.19 Mar 04:00 PM
Kahu12 Questions: Former Shortland Street child star Amber CurreenAmber Curreen now runs her own Māori theatre company.18 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: A Man of Good Hope - the road is long but well worth taking"A Man of Good Hope" is musical theatre at its most relevant, writes Dionne Christian.17 Mar 11:02 PM
KahuTheatre review: 'Ka Tito Au' shows how theatre flourishes everywhereApirana Taylor's re-telling of Kupe's heroic adventures takes theatre all over Auckland.17 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: By Heart is an act of pure love and joyTiago Rodrigues' By Heart is a delectable treat, write Paul Simei-Barton.14 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentThe Dust Palace's The Goblin Market circusA literary-inspired contemporary circus production will thrill audiences in Tauranga.13 Mar 03:00 PM
EntertainmentWhat's it like behind the scenes at 'My Fair Lady'?What's it like behind the scenes at 'My Fair Lady'? Backstage with star Laura Benanti.10 Mar 02:18 AM
EntertainmentLes Misérables audition at 39 weeks pregnantLess than 24 hours after her audition she was in labour.09 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentHip-hop Shakespeare founder due for festival appearancesThe hip hop artist who made Shakespeare cool is about to visit New Zealand.08 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentAstroman rockets back to the 1980sWatching TV was part of the work for the cast of a new comedy which celebrates 80s NZ.08 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionSimon WilsonSee what you normally wouldn't: Simon Wilson's top 5 arts festival picksComment: How to get the best from the Auckland Arts Festival, with 5 top picks.07 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: Wild Dogs barks in triumphDeeply moving Wild Dogs Under My Skirts starts Auckland Arts Festival with bite.06 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre's vision for the future sees artist on top of the worldFrom the Basement to top of the world, how one NZ theatre is helping performers succeed.03 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentLot of Fringe benefits for theatre fansFringe Festival highlights: our critics pick their favourites.03 Mar 04:00 PM
Entertainment'Late stage cancer' but promoter of theatrical bomb still seeking comebackBusinessman optimistic despite $12m production's closure after weeks of non-payments.02 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: NZ's last Victorian Theatre needs more FriendsThe Royal Wanganui Opera House still going strong. Made with funding from NZ On Air.01 Mar 07:13 PM
EntertainmentWild Dogs runs free at Auckland Arts FestivalSix Pasifika actresses talk about what it means to be seen as acclaimed NZ show returns.01 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentResilient hero on epic journey of hopeHow did an 8-year-old boy survive war and famine to become a man of good hope?01 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentActor role model for Kiwi working mumsShe brings her toddler to rehearsals, and company pays for childcare during performances.01 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentYour chance to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is hereOne of the most awarded plays ever is just across the ditch - here's why you should go27 Feb 09:00 PM
EntertainmentGood things take no timeHow one NZ band plans to write a quality album in just 12 hours - and take it to the world26 Feb 04:00 PM
Entertainment'That's What Friends Are For' performance is part play, part experimentGroup will see whether actors can befriend people in the audience in just one hour.25 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentAuckland Fringe Festival: A sensory riotDance, theatre and comedy - it all entertains at Auckland's fringe festival.24 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentShakespeare's genius for highlighting humanity shown againShakespeare brings equal measure of genius to comedy and tragedy, writes Paul Simei-Barton18 Feb 10:00 PM
EntertainmentAndrew Lloyd Webber brings School of Rock to AucklandThe next blockbuster Broadway musical to rock Auckland has been announced.18 Feb 10:00 PM
Entertainment12 Questions: Playwright Sam Brooks on theatre sexismComment: The award-winning playwright says NZ's theatre scene is dominated by sexism.18 Feb 04:00 PM
