Arts
Dorothy Cross: Repatriation of Egyptian Artefacts
This year, mummified human remains and a sarcophagus are being repatriated to Egypt - sent by an Irish university, which was gifted them about a century ago. The objects - which date between 100AD and… Audio
Hemo is Home: 'This show is one of the most amazing things to come out of lockdown'
An award-winning whānau play will be the first to premier at Auckland's renovated Te Pou Theater.
Guitar pioneer Jeff Beck dies, aged 78
Jeff Beck, one of the most influential rock guitarists of all time, has died at the age of 78.
Past Golden Globes drama haunts this year's event
The Golden Globes were back yesterday after taking a break from a televised special last year.
The event went off without a hitch, but the drama of the past few years continues to haunt the… Audio
Fifty Greatest Films: The Piano
There is a new Sight & Sound critics' survey of the greatest films of all time and Dan Slevin is going through the top 50 one at a time. Equal 50th is Aotearoa’s The Piano. Video
Review: A Man Called Otto
If you are of a mind that would like to have your eyes gently moistened by the Hanks family, then has Dan Slevin got a deal for you! Video
'Standing still never an option': Creative sector lends a hand to make Timaru more vibrant
Timaru is looking to the arts as one way to help revitalise its struggling city centre.
Neighbours star Joan Sydney dies, aged 83
The English-Australian actress also appeared in A Country Practice and Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries.
'I'm passionate about stories': Dame Miranda Harcourt honoured for pushing power of stage and screen
Producer, director and acting coach Miranda Harcourt has been made a dame for services to the screen industry and theatre.
'We're not as lonely as we were': Trailblazer comedian honoured for paving way for women
The fight to ensure women can tell their own funny stories rather than just be the butt of jokes goes on, Michele A'Court says.
Six new knights and dames revealed
The health boss who led the country's pandemic response and an acting coach who has worked with some of the world's best are among recipients of the country's top honours.
How to become a film expert over the summer holidays
There's plenty of streaming services, but when it comes to classic cinema, the pickings can be lean. RNZ's Nik Dirga looks at 10 iconic movies made before 1980 on top platforms to catch up on.
How a Māori myth could teach people about seismic risks
A new exhibition will teach visitors to Blenheim over summer about the seismic environment the local iwi have lived in for hundreds of years.
NZSO: Music of Harry Potter
Dressed up for the occasion, the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra plays selections from seven Harry Potter films, conducted by Christopher Dragon. Gallery
Screentime with Chris Schulz
Chris is along with the favourite things he's watched this year, his top 10. Audio
Singer songwriter Paige's big year
25 year old Auckland singer songwriter, Paige Tapara, began writing and recording music in her bedroom a few years ago, sharing on social media and busking. Since then she's been signed to Sony music… Audio
Backers of new film studio promise to listen to locals
While some are excited Hollywood might be coming to Hawke's Bay, others want to shout 'cut!'.
Tom Cruise film in Hawke's Bay a step closer
Could Tom Cruise's next stunt see him jumping off Te Mata Peak in Hawke's Bay? It could happen - now a film studio has been given the green light. Some say it's the greatest thing ever for the region… Audio
Beethoven’s Symphony #5 with Teuila Blakely
Actress and producer Teuila Blakely reveals how the music of Beethoven sustained her in the face of prejudice and racism. Audio
Auckland mayor says Pasifika, Diwali will avoid budget axe
Big local cultural celebrations such as Pasifika, Diwali and the Lantern Festival will not face funding cuts, but other local events are not so certain, Auckland mayor Wayne Brown says.
