William Dart rounds up his top classical music CDs for 2017 in time for Xmas gift buying.

Cross-stitchers and craft-makers: are they the new breed of political activists?

There's very little not to like about musical comedy Two Hearts, says Paul Simei-Barton.

Friends made during art trip to NZ will help Cuban artist fundraise for devastated island.

Promise of family Christmas brings soprano Madeleine Pierard home to perform with the APO.

Author Jane Bloomfield tackles dementia in her children's books.

Bach Musica NZ ends a successful 2017 with concert of pleasing delights, says William Dart

Jacinda Ardern says the pathways into the arts sector need to be improved.

Unicef warns that the internet risks creating a 'bedroom culture' for children

Tech billionaire and surprise Kiwi checks out exhibition detailing his far-out philosophy.

Shakespeare's fairies won't be lost in translation.

Authors pick their favourite books.

Music by Debussy and Wagner shows the strength of Kiwi musicians, says William Dart.

Visitors will become artists themselves as Auckland Art Gallery goes dotty.

A Midsummer Night's Dream is the perfect primer for summer theatre in Aotearoa.

Cirkopolis is an unforgettable experience - be sure not to miss out, says Dione Joseph.

PM Jacinda Ardern states the case for the value of the arts to all communities.

We are a region. Our future lies as a region, and we have to pay for it.

Factually flawed show's power irresistible.

The Basement's Christmas production will have you laughing if you don't think too hard.

Peter Pan and the Lost Boys get a dose of girl power for modern makeover of classic story.

Jackie Clarke dons a sequined lycra jumpsuit for her role in the Mamma Mia! the stage show

Winston Aldworth & Dionne Christian dive into thew world of Kiwi picture books.

Our picks for Thrillers/Crime.

Our picks for Non-fiction.

Our picks for Art.

Our picks for Poetry.

Our picks for Popular fiction.

Our picks for Sci-fi/fantasy.

Here are our picks for Literary fiction.