Arts
A return to film: Growing demand for non-digital photography
While most photos are taken digitally these days, film photography is in the midst of a resurgence, with the younger generations leading the return to analog. For many people, its... Audio
The resurgence of film photography
When you get given a camera to take photos for someone, you probably smash that button and take loads, and hope one of them is decent. First Up's Leonard Powell went to find out why people are… Audio
Reigning dance champion reflects on inspiring journey
Self-taught dancer, John Vaifale, aka 'Happyfeet' is New Zealand's reigning hip-hop freestyler champion. Audio
'Books that made us want to keep on reading':The 2024 Booker Prize shortlist
RNZ executive editor of specialist news Jeremy Rees has been following the Booker, and joins Emile Donovan. Audio
Music feature: Te Reo Maori songs
We focus on music written in the Māori language. Audio
Book Critic: recommendations for reluctant readers
Where do you find books for reluctant or struggling readers? Audio
Siva Afi competiton brings the heat down under
Five Samoan youth are travelling to Australia to compete in the country's first ever Siva Afi competition. Audio
Kiwi-born actress makes history with Emmy win
"I was crying before my name was announced, I am a mess today," the Japanese Shōgun star said.
Te Kawau ki Tai | Episode 3: Ngā Kaihoe
As important as the waka taua is the kaihoe who will man it. We follow them as they prepare for this momentous occasion, starting with land training, involving learning haka, ngeri, and technique. Video
Te Kawau ki Tai | Episode 4: Ngā Wāhine
Wāhine play a critical role in whānau, hapu, and iwi as whare tangata (procreators) and whare matauranga (repositories of knowledge) -- but what role do they have in waka taua? Video
Te Kawau ki Tai | Episode 5: The Final Stages
We will join Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei in the final stage of their preparations for the launch that will bring all the elements of the waka journey together. Video
Te Kawau ki Tai | Episode 6: Te Whakarewatanga
History will be made as Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei launch their new waka tauā on the Waitematā. Video
Te Kawau ki Tai | Episode 1: Māhuhu o te Rangi
We look back on Māhuhu o te Rangi (Aotearoa’s largest waka taua), its voyages on the Waitematā, and its place within the iwi. Video
Te Kawau ki Tai | Episode 2: The Build
We explore the build itself from the first sketch on the rākau to the final chisel strike. It will be based in Whangārei, where master carver and waka builder Heemi Eruera will work his magic. Video
Arts News: a giant teardrop, an enormous road cone and a new home for dance
Arts news for 15 September 2024. Audio
Songs based on poems inspired by films: Bill Direen’s Dustbin of Empathy
He's reached that stage of getting called a legend of the underground and certainly, Bill Direen is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most singular, long serving and distinctive poets and musicians. His… Audio
From SpongeBob to Lord of the Rings: Why are we so successful composing for film?
An area of Aotearoa New Zealand arts getting major global reach right now is music and sound for film.
Culture 101 brought together three composers and musicians making inroads in this field to talk… Video, Audio
Regional Wrap: Waitohi Picton
A gateway to Te Wai Pounamu and the Marlborough Sounds, Picton has the capacity to surprise travellers with the range of cultural experiences on offer.
It’s the destination for this week’s Culture… Audio
Putting the real-life stories of migrant workers on stage
550 migrants or their advocates laid complaints last month. It comes as less than 2000 overseas workers arrive. Meanwhile Immigration New Zealand reports they have revoked the accreditation of 500… Audio
The 'invisible void' on its way to Wellington's waterfront
KIMI/You Are Here, a large teardrop-shaped sculpture, will "invite viewers to seek it out".
