EntertainmentSundae Roast: TLee or not TLee?Hugh Sundae blogs on season two of <i>Masterchef New Zealand</i>.01 May 09:30 AM
EntertainmentConcert Review: Herbie Hancock, ASB TheatreWhen Herbie Hancock was last here in 2007 he played a show that spanned his classic work - and really, that's what you want to hear. 27 Apr 01:15 AM
EntertainmentSundae Roast: Are you being served?It seems fitting that in the week leading up to Easter one of the main talking points has been whether Cameron would rise again. Like Jesus, it seems unlikely.24 Apr 09:00 AM
EntertainmentTaite Music Prize awardedHip-hop soul diva Ladi6 beat out some noisy punks, a chart-topping electro pop band and a record made up of bird songs to win the second Taite Music Prize for best album.20 Apr 08:00 AM
EntertainmentFilm competition gives another 48 hoursBudding filmmakers and seasoned pros will once again beg, steal and borrow all the talent and equipment they can secure, with the V48 Hours Furious Filmmaking competition back for its 9th year.19 Apr 07:45 PM
TravelWellington: Theatre legendKerri Jackson visits Wellywood and finds a film star making a glamorous comeback.18 Apr 05:30 PM
EntertainmentSundae Roast: The Olympic of intenseHow many of you <i>really</i> thought Cameron was going to win series two of Masterchef?, asks blogger Hugh Sundae. 17 Apr 09:30 AM
EntertainmentPacific Music Awards finalists announcedNesian Mystik lead the nominations for this year's Pacific Music Awards, with Ladi6 and Pacific Underground close behind.15 Apr 08:00 AM
EntertainmentFor the recordLocal record shops are cranking up the volume this weekend for a day celebrating their continued existence - helped by a new young generation of vinyl junkies. Jacqueline Smith reports.13 Apr 07:00 PM
EntertainmentGreg Proops: In the go zoneFunny man Greg Proops is heading our way soon to "poison everyone with my opinions". He talks to Barney McDonald about the importance of laughter in bad times.12 Apr 05:30 PM
EntertainmentBehind the scenes with The LibertinesCarl Barat answers questions about his friend and former bandmate Pete Doherty with surprisingly good grace. It's not as if he hasn't been asked them before.11 Apr 11:30 PM
EntertainmentSundae Roast: Argy bhajiHugh Sundae blogs on season two of <i>Masterchef New Zealand</i>.10 Apr 09:30 AM
EntertainmentReview: William Shatner at the CivicThe lasting affection for Shatner is partly because he's been smart enough to make a fool out of himself, writes Russell Baillie.09 Apr 02:16 AM
EntertainmentAlbum Review: Grand Rapids, Faintheartedness<i>Faintheartedness</i>, the second solo work from ex-Goldenhorse guitar/vocalist/songwriter Ben King, but first under the moniker Grand Rapids, started as a limited release giveaway about a year ago.06 Apr 07:00 PM
EntertainmentMore than girl power for Sucker Punch starsThe stars of girlpower action fantasy <i>Sucker Punch</i> talk to Jacqueline Smith about why this Zack Snyder film isn't sexist and is deeper than it looks.06 Apr 05:30 PM
EntertainmentSundae Roast: Second windHugh Sundae finds the eviction of a favourite has rekindled the drama.03 Apr 09:30 AM
EntertainmentAnna Calvi: The red, the black and the blondeAnna Valvi may have chosen music over art, but there is room for both in the life of the London singer who is now also the toast of the fashion industry.31 Mar 11:00 PM
EntertainmentKiwi comedian pulls in British stars for Christchurch fundraiserLike many London-based Kiwis, Jarred Christmas feared the worst when his father telephoned him in the middle of the night on that fateful day six weeks ago.31 Mar 09:00 PM
EntertainmentNo beating about the bush for Little BushmanSomehow Warren Maxwell has managed to find time to record a new Little Bushman album in between reuniting with TrinityRoots, writing soundtracks, and performing with orchestras. He talks to Scott Kara.30 Mar 06:00 PM
EntertainmentSundae Roast: No hablo espanolHugh Sundae blogs on season two of <i>Masterchef New Zealand</i>.27 Mar 08:30 AM
EntertainmentLife and times of Liz Taylor We look back at the life and career of Oscar winning actress Elizabeth Taylor, who died overnight aged 79.23 Mar 06:00 PM
EntertainmentSundae Roast: Get out of the kitchenHugh Sundae blogs on season two of <i>Masterchef New Zealand</i>.20 Mar 08:30 AM
EntertainmentTop NZ dance crew make American prime timeAuckland's ReQuest Dance Crew, the current Hip Hop dance world champions, have made the finals of <i>America's Best Dance Crew</i> - the dancing equivalent of <i>American Idol</i>.17 Mar 08:30 PM
EntertainmentNZ showcase at the SXSW music festivalEvery year a NZ music showcase is put on at the SXSW music festival in Austin, Texas. This year's event (Wednesday afternoon NZ time) featured sets from David Dallas, Zowie, Liam Finn, Brooke Fraser, Street Chant and The Naked and Famous.17 Mar 05:43 AM
EntertainmentStage is set for the Finns<i>Poor Boy</i>, the play inspired and soundtracked by Tim Finn's songs, has arrived in Auckland after seasons in Melbourne and Sydney. Dionne Christian goes behind the scenes.16 Mar 05:00 PM
EntertainmentOMG! Usher hit by sex tape allegationsA sex tape allegedly featuring R&B singer Usher and his now ex-wife, Tameka Foster, is being shopped around various media outlets in Hollywood.14 Mar 10:38 PM
EntertainmentSundae Roast: Some of my best friends are vegetar... oh forget itHugh Sundae feels hot air from an offended handful. 13 Mar 08:30 AM
EntertainmentFringe Festival Review: StandstillSome marvellous images are being created at the Basement this Fringe, writes Janet McAllister10 Mar 06:59 PM
EntertainmentTaite Music Prize: Finalists revealedThe finalists for the second Taite Music Prize - a trophy with a cash award given in memory of music journalist Dylan Taite and judged on artistic merit regardless of sales - are out.09 Mar 04:30 PM
