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See, listen and suffer for their art?
There's something to shout about at Auckland Art Gallery, writes TJ McNamara.
Jazz diva in tune with the times
Jazz diva Dianne Reeves talks old and new with William Dart before visit to Wellington.
William Dart reviews the latest classical CDs
With West Side Story on next month, William Dart recalls its composer's classical days.
Ballet review: Three by Ekman
Three by Ekman is a triple treat for dance fans who want to sit back and enjoy what comes.
Violinist steps from ship to shore
It's one of the world's most prestigious music competitions and it happens right here.
Bach's music sustains conductor
Conductor Masaaki Suzuki tells William Dart he can't live without daily rice or music.
William Dart reviews the latest classical CDs
French pianist's latest release is more than just greatest hits, writes William Dart
Triple treat for ballet fans
The rhythms and patterns are strong in the RNZ Ballet's latest show, writes Raewyn Whyte.
Sex ed under spotlight in new play
Play about dire state of sex education in NZ could lead to change, says theatre director.
Armageddon brings fantasy to Tauranga
Pop-culture community 'buzzing' as Armageddon prepares to invade the Bay of Plenty.
Writers festival strange but wonderful
Books editor Dionne Christian wraps up the highlights of the Auckland writers festival.
Violinist takes final bow
Violinist Justine Cormack signed off after 15 years at NZTrio's Swoop concert.
Whoa to Goa of NZ's Indians
A new play spans 150 years to explores the intricacies of the Kiwi-Indian experience.
Classical review: APO - Sound the Horn
Visiting horn player leads the APO in elegant performance, writes William Dart.
Twist in $1m heist riddle
The plates on the getaway car used in the smash-and-grab art theft were tampered with.
Shorty Street: Speaking our language
Shortland Street script producer tells Sarah Daniell it all starts with words.
Shortland Street: Comedy in the drama
Ethan Sills discovers the Shortland Street cast still find the comedy in the drama.
Man who died at beach well-known academic
Narrow Neck swimmer Nicholas Tarling was a pioneer in Asian studies at a time of change.
Artists urged to go wild
An opportunity for local artists to combine creativity and conservation is unveiled today.
Music's marathon man on stage again
Pianist Michael Houstoun is a man with a musical mission, writes William Dart.
Harry Potter hijinks at writers festival
Harry Potter fans are in for a treat at this weekend's Auckland Writers Festival.
Winning writer shares secrets - never be afraid to start again
Catherine Chidgey was years into writing her fourth novel but tore it up and started again
Swiss teacher's plan to learn te reo
A teacher is learning Maori language and customs to take back to her students in Europe.
Chidgey claims NZ fiction's biggest prize
The naming of award-winning authors begins the Auckland Writers Festival for 2017.
Art promotes understanding for war vets
A group set up by military veterans is providing much-needed support.
Save Oratia pop-up gallery targets Watercare
Residents will find out in two weeks if their homes will be taken for a new water plant.
Book Reviews: Crime Fiction round up
Greg Fleming reviews the latest crop of crime fiction.
Winter series warms the soul
A personable Rumon Gamba introduced the first concert of APO's Pushing Boundaries.
Quartet put shine on French finery
Kathryn Stott opened with a perfectly shaded Nocturne.
$50,000 prize awaits Kiwi literary stars
The winner of the Ockham New Zealand Book award prize will pocket $50,000.
Gillian Anderson becomes a god
Sci-fi keeps finding Gillian Anderson, she tells Michele Manelis.
Doco follows 'beautiful' Whitney Houston
Nick Broomfield falls in love making a biopic, writes Francesca Rudkin.