The Ministry for Culture and Heritage may stop the famous painting leaving the country

The World Masters Games isn't all about sport; Auckland gets a one-off arts festival, too.

Max Harris is young and wants to change the world so he's putting plans into action.

I'm reluctant to say what I really think of Tui Street Tales.

This is the third book about (mis)adventures of two unlikely friends: a snake and a lizard

William Dart finds a Kiwi take on the songs of Shakespeare is not so sweet.

Astonishingly author Kevin Ireland's new book is his 23rd poetry collection.

Rankin and Rebus: growing older together but still on the case, writes Greg Fleming.

One of our finest violinists, Amalia Hall talks about the benefits of taking things slow.

Mixing comedy and music with science is meant to make us more interested in the latter.

Orchestra rocks with special guests and power of David Bowie's song, writes William Dart.

Frustrated by small talk? Then Weaves is theatre for you, writes Janet McAllister.

Migrants' net contribution to the economy is higher than that of the host population.

Problematic acoustics compromise a stirring presentation of Bach's St John Passion.

Comedian and self-proclaimed "interested idiot" Robin Ince talks to Dr Michelle Dickinson.

Brazen theft of two rare paintings from an Auckland art gallery sparks second mystery.

The Koula collection sold for prices as high as $16,000. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Security among the reasons cited for cancellation of Muslim critic's tour.

Neighbourhood dining is on the rise, a trend reflected in this year's Metro top 50 list

Kate McGill makes theatre which tells it like it is and her new play is no exception.

The stolen works of art are worth between $350k and $400k each.

Two paintings by Gottfried Lindauer have been taken during a ram raid.

NZ Herald Premier Series continues with a chic French tribute, writes William Dart.

Vietnam War is not past for author Viet Thanh Nguyen, writes Alexander Bisley.

She'll perform at the Actors' Benevolent Fund gala today at the Pop Up Globe.

This ain't rock n roll; this is genius, writes Karl Puschmann of APO's Bowie tribute.

Composer Tim Rice is amazed his first offering is still so loved, says Dionne Christian.

Sing for joy - there are musicals for everyone on stage in Auckland this year.

Monteverdi's "Vespers of the Blessed Virgin" is a splendid addition to any CD collection.

Carmen and L'Arlésienne: an exceptionally good night at the ballet not to be missed.