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Rhys Darby on why he's missed the stage
The LA-based comedian is back home to serve up his "silly physicality and playing off himself in various characters" on stage for the first time in nearly 10 years.
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Whakataukī of the Week with Rob Mokaraka
24 Mar 2025Playwright, actor and mental health advocate Rob Mokaraka (Ngāpuhi and Ngāi Tūhoe) joins Emile Donovan. Audio
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Early Goldie sells for $89,625
24 Mar 2025The painting Souvenirs from the Field of Battle by Charles Frederick Goldie was painted in 1890 when the artist was 20. The masterpiece sold tonight at Webb's… Audio
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The underground fashion week redefining the industry
24 Mar 2025Te Wiki Āhua o Aotearoa was launched in 2024 by a group of wāhine frustrated by the lack of spaces to showcase Aotearoa's creative scene.
Rhys Darby on why he's missed the stage
The LA-based comedian is back home to serve up his "silly physicality and playing off himself in various characters" on stage for the first time in nearly 10 years.
Councillors to decide whether to endorse Eden Park upgrades
Auckland Council staff say neither proposal for a new or upgraded "main stadium" is viable. Councillors will decide on Thursday whether to endorse upgrades to Eden Park or a new stadium by the… Audio
Early Goldie painting sells for almost $90,000
"Souvenirs from the Field of Battle", created when Goldie was just 19, was one of the most keenly watch items in a 67-lot auction held by Webb's in Auckland on Monday night. Webb's director of art… Audio
Lil Chuck, the One Man Skiffle Band at Festival of Colour
David Thorpe is Lil Chuck and he's taking his one man skiffle band to Wanaka for the Festival of Colour Audio
Whakataukī of the Week with Rob Mokaraka
Playwright, actor and mental health advocate Rob Mokaraka (Ngāpuhi and Ngāi Tūhoe) joins Emile Donovan. Audio
Early Goldie sells for $89,625
The painting Souvenirs from the Field of Battle by Charles Frederick Goldie was painted in 1890 when the artist was 20. The masterpiece sold tonight at Webb's Auction House. Audio
The underground fashion week redefining the industry
Te Wiki Āhua o Aotearoa was launched in 2024 by a group of wāhine frustrated by the lack of spaces to showcase Aotearoa's creative scene.
Māori artist honoured at NZer Of The Year Awards
Elizabeth Ellis' tireless work as an artist and leader in Māori arts and education has landed Ellis the title of Senior New Zealander of the Year.
Queen Omega
Jeneile Osborne, better known as reggae star Queen Omega, talks to Kadambari at WOMAD. Audio
'I'm done' - Artist loses battle over copyright in landmark case with ex
A heartbroken artist who has been battling her ex-husband for years over copyright on her work said her loss should serve as a warning to other artists.
Turning wreckage into art - Cyclone muse for Muriwai sculptor
Seven unique columns designed by sculptor Jeff Thomson, whose work included the Taihape Boot and the Auckland Zoo Elephant, could be viewed in Muriwai's town centre from Sunday.
Why does the world love Native American culture so much?
What started as a look at the worldwide appropriation, exploitation and debasement of Native American culture, turned into a study of its rich influence on fashion, sports, politics and… Video, Audio
Mahuia Bridgman Cooper: Creating emotion composing for film and television
In film and television, it's the role of the composer to enhance and evoke emotion. Award-winning Auckland-based musician, Mahuia Bridgman Cooper, has worked across various genres and music styles for… Audio
Regional Wrap: Mercury Bay with Sally Samins
Each week Culture 101 puts the spotlight on a different part of the country for our regional wrap. This week we're in the Thames-Coromandel area at Mercury Bay. There's a vibrant hub of artists and a… Audio
Why does Kate Bush mean so much to so many
The less we see of Kate Bush it seems the more she is beloved. Seldom in the public spotlight, the artist gained a whole new legion of fans when her song 'Running Up That Hill' became a hit again… Audio
This is Nom*d: Retrospective look at iconic Dunedin fashion label
It's been almost 40 years of the iconic Dunedin label Nom*d. Launched in 1986, the label has proudly stayed based in Dunedin for the past four decades. To mark the occasion a retrospective exhibition… Audio
Cocktails in the new Circa bar with Ginette McDonald
Every week on RNZ's Culture 101 we ask an artist to share their love of culture and the cultural heroes that inspire them. In actor Ginette McDonald's case they're some of the people closest to her. Audio
Adam Kay – On Tour
Former NHS doctor and best-selling author Adam Kay is returning to New Zealand with his show This Is Going to Hurt Live. Audio
Dichen Lachman: The mind-bending Severance season 2 finale
As the Season 2 finale of the American science fiction psychological thriller Severance drops this weekend, we catch up with Australian actress, Dichen Lachman who plays Gemma aka Ms Casey. Audio
Preserving Tonga's rare and traditional songs
A new creative hub is helping New Zealand-born Tongans reconnect with their heritage, all while preserving Tongan culture.
