EntertainmentReview: Timely staging of Evita hits all the right notesWith America's heartland falling under the spell of an unlikely saviour, a local revival of Evita couldn't be better timed.29 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentEvita: All through her wild daysHeather Wilcock and Russell Dixon are "glamming up" to play one of the most sophisticated power couples of the 20th century.27 May 09:00 PM
EntertainmentA brief encounter with Loughlan Prior, dancerA few words with dancer Loughlan Prior.27 May 08:00 PM
EntertainmentReview: Details but little dramaThis is more of an illustrated lecture than a play; our presenters are purportedly two members of the first successful Everest expedition, but we don't really get to know them properly.22 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentMaking a song and danceStanley is one of six boys from Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Westport who will star in the production at the new ASB Waterfront Theatre in October.21 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentLegendary love affair rides in from westFrances Moore and Alex Taylor's daringly dished up <i>Dido and Aeneas: Recomposed</i> has come into town from the west with its original gusto intact.19 May 05:00 PM
Entertainment'If you stuff up, a jandal will be thrown at you'The 34-year-old son of a Samoan church minister has done TV, film and stand-up comedy but says theatre is his first love.16 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentReview: Betrayal dramedy warm as a fleeting embraceThis Tadpole production is an endearing tale of marital betrayal, more entertaining than one might expect for a romantic dramedy more than 40 years old.15 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentGirls kill it in MockingbirdWhen director Colin McColl finished reading To Kill a Mockingbird to daughter Miro, the 9yo declared "I am Scout!" and wanted to audition for the role.14 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentGirls kill it in MockingbirdWhen theatre director Colin McColl finished reading To Kill a Mockingbird to daughter Miro, the 9-year-old declared "I am Scout!" and stunned her parents by announcing she wanted to audition for the role.Watch14 May 07:29 AM
New ZealandActor turns spotlight on act of 'chaos'It's been nearly seven years since Rob Mokaraka tried to orchestrate his own violent death, calling 111 then threatening the attending police.10 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentJust portrayal of fight against hateCourtroom drama has a peculiar capacity to grip an audience.10 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: Same Time, Next Year, Pumphouse TheatreDoris is a housewife and businesswoman taking her first steps in the corporate world; George is an accountant away from home at a conference.07 May 12:00 AM
EntertainmentAuckland Writers Festival: Seeking Kiwi surprisesPlaywright, screenwriter and theatre and film director Sir David Hare is taking a few days off in New Zealand.06 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandDinosaur triggered dance loveThe inspiration that got one Auckland teen aiming for the stage was Dorothy, the green and yellow spotted dancing dinosaur on <i>The Wiggles</i>.05 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentThe harsh side of humanitySimon Prast graduated from the University of Auckland with a law degree before the lure of the stage proved stronger than that of the bench.29 Apr 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWhy the Karate Kid is in NZRalph "Karate Kid" Macchio was happy to oblige with an interview or two to promote the performances of Flashdance, the musical his daughter Julia stars in.28 Apr 07:20 PM
New ZealandStar springs surprise for Kiwi drama teacherAn inspirational drama teacher who travelled from Gisborne to England to see actor Jeremy Irons perform in a play had a welcome surprise at its conclusion.25 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionTheatre review: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Selwyn College TheatreHollins doesn't patronise her young audience by sanitising these pivotal scenes, so parents may want to consider how easily frightened their children are.24 Apr 03:09 AM
Entertainment'Karate Kid' no flash in the pan for Macchio family"Karate Kid" Ralph Macchio arrives in New Zealand this week to see his daughter, Julia, who is starring in Flashdance - the Musical.23 Apr 05:00 PM
EntertainmentDance company Lumina touring North IslandTaking dance to provinces and to the young is company focus.22 Apr 10:00 PM
EntertainmentFalling Lotto spend cuts deeply into art fundingLeading arts organisations are warning of job losses, higher ticket prices and fewer performances as they face budget cuts.22 Apr 05:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: White/otherListing racist remarks and restrictive stereotypes may seem simplistic at first, but this is mere preparation for some smart theatrics.18 Apr 02:03 AM
OpinionDeborah Hill ConeDeborah Hill Cone: The wonders of Hamilton - the musicalCOMMENT: It sounds weird but this Broadway musical is a reminder of what is truly great and inspiring about America.18 Apr 01:54 AM
EntertainmentTheatre review: HMS PinaforeGeraldine Brophy's robust, stripped down treatment of HMS Pinafore suggests their inimitable brand of musical mirth could easily win over a new generation.18 Apr 12:30 AM
EntertainmentReview: The Lighthouse Keeper's LunchTo celebrate its silver jubilee, Tim Bray Productions is bringing back favourite shows from its repertoire and The Lighthouse Keeper's Lunch is first.17 Apr 10:32 PM
EntertainmentShakespeare season extended as Kiwis flock to GlobeExtra dates have been added to the Pop Up Globe following "overwhelming demand", organisers have announced.17 Apr 08:03 PM
EntertainmentMusical set to make splash in AucklandStage show brings 80's movie Flashdance to life, writes Dionne Christian.16 Apr 04:00 AM
EntertainmentActivist and rape survivor channels impulses into writingFormer resistance activist and rape survivor Carmen Aguirre these days channels her revolutionary impulses into theatre and writing, says Dionne Christian.16 Apr 12:30 AM
