EntertainmentWellington's Billy T nominees on the growth of the capital's comedy industryHalf of the Billy T nominees for 2025 are from Wellington. 15 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandHow Rhys Darby uses comedy to navigate a chaotic worldLegendary Kiwi comic Rhys Darby, back in New Zealand with a new stand-up show, reflects on comedy’s role in chaos and why keeping it light still matters.Watch13 Apr 09:00 PM
EntertainmentOn The Up: How NZ comedy icons conquered the world stageKiwi comedy often takes the world stage by storm. Here's who helped it happen.12 Apr 05:00 PM
TalanoaBad taste: Naked Samoans address backlash over controversial Last Supper posterOscar Kightley says the comedy troupe 'should have known better'.08 Apr 10:18 PM
EntertainmentBilly T nominees on viral clips and open mic ‘snobs’ Half of this year's Billy T nominees join the Herald's comedy podcast. 08 Apr 07:00 PM
EntertainmentA Minecraft Movie achieves record-breaking box office featThe NZ-filmed movie had the biggest US opening since Deadpool & Wolverine.08 Apr 03:38 AM
Entertainment‘Felt like a million bucks’: How a suit helped Josh McDermitt go from fan to fictional lawyerSuits: LA takes on the sweltering high-stakes heat of Hollywood entertainment law.07 Apr 02:00 AM
EntertainmentComedian Alice May Connolly's favourite spots in AucklandEvery week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.06 Apr 12:00 AM
EntertainmentRussell Brand on why his marriage to Katy Perry endedHe married Perry in October 2010; they divorced in July 2012.04 Apr 08:13 PM
EntertainmentControversial comedian Russell Brand charged with rapeHe moved to the US earlier this year, claiming he was being targeted by the 'UK media'. 04 Apr 05:27 PM
New Zealand‘Borderline inappropriate’: The Whanganui comedian breaking barriers'I was always the class clown, the funny guy, even through my gang life.'04 Apr 04:00 PM
ReviewsKarl PuschmannKarl Puschmann: Is Rebecca Gibney’s musical-comedy a show stopper or a bit flat?Review: Set in the Bay of Plenty, Happiness is familiar but uniquely Kiwi. But is it good?03 Apr 04:00 PM
Entertainment‘The best comedy scene in the world’: Inside the state of NZ comedyHayley Sproull, Rhys Mathewson and Pax Assadi join Billy T' Billy to discuss comedy. 01 Apr 06:00 PM
Entertainment‘Edgy’ comedian Jimmy Carr set to return to the NZ regions he previously roastedThe comedian's previous remarks about some NZ towns ruffled Kiwi feathers.01 Apr 03:45 AM
Entertainment'Never say never': Jack Black on potential The Holiday sequelJack Black's response to sequel of rom-com classic excites fans.31 Mar 12:18 AM
ReviewsKarl PuschmannKarl Puschmann: Should you drink the Kool-Aid of Seth Rogen’s new comedy?Review: The Studio is a chaotic love letter to the wild inner workings of Hollywood.27 Mar 09:00 PM
EntertainmentNew Zealand magic act fools Penn & TellerOnly about 10 to 15 per cent of all acts manage to fool the veteran magicians.21 Mar 01:08 AM
New ZealandComedian Ruby Wax vows real talk on mental health in NZ shows'Don't give me how wonderful everything is... I like to talk about the real thing.'17 Mar 06:00 AM
EntertainmentThe Righteous Gemstones: Final season promises redemption and chaosA sensational appearance from Bradley Cooper is the icing on the final slice of cake.14 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Escaping the hood’: He wanted to be a gangster - then he went to a comedy show'You can come from humble beginnings and grow up poor - you can still make it out.'14 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandBen Elton brings new show to Napier 'exploring the outer limits of human idiocy'The comedian tackles the pitfalls of AI and human stupidity.10 Mar 10:37 PM
EntertainmentHayley Sproull on making her own opportunities: ‘I’m not going to sit around and wait'The radio, podcast and comedy star has a packed few months ahead. 08 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentThe biggest laughs: What to expect from NZ International Comedy Festival 2025More than 600 performances from over 150 acts will take place in Auckland and Wellington.04 Mar 10:25 PM
EntertainmentVince: Karl Puschmann weighs in on Jono Pryor’s latest gigReview: Can the friendliest guy in radio be convincing as a jerk TV host in his new show?27 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandHamilton Arts Festival ready to make some noise in townOver 800 artists – including local reggae band Katchafire – will come to Hamilton.19 Feb 07:00 PM
EntertainmentWatch: Ryan Reynolds’ public quip at Blake Lively’s legal drama turns headsLively appeared stunned by her husband's remark, which may be used against them in court.18 Feb 03:26 AM
Entertainment‘It’s so wild’: Urzila Carlson on landing dream role and motherhoodThe comedian reveals how Amy Schumer slid into her DMs and why her kids are her priority.15 Feb 04:00 PM
ReviewsKarl PuschmannKarl Puschmann: New Bridget Jones is not so much a rom-com as a ‘loss-com’REVIEW: The film walks the tightrope of whether a tearjerker can still make you laugh.13 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBillionaires and man dildos: Ben Elton on the concept of 'Authentic Stupidity'Elton makes his long-awaited NZ return in April and May this year.10 Feb 03:00 AM
LifestyleMust-see events in Auckland this weekend, from art to festivalsAotea Square is going to be loud this weekend.07 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'Brutal': David Seymour v Guy Williams in verbal stoush; Bank execs at critic Shane Jones' partyHave the SKY CEO and CFO fallen out?; Shorty St revived; top magazine returns to NZ.06 Feb 06:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Laughter is so important': Dai Henwood on cancer and making people giggle rather than cry'It’s my funniest show, it’s my most heartfelt show, it’s got a bit of everything.'31 Jan 05:00 PM
EntertainmentJono Pryor returns to TV with his pants down'He's a bit of a shambles and it’s like looking in a mirror,' Pryor says of his character.29 Jan 05:00 PM
EntertainmentTimothee Chalamet channels Bob Dylan on SNLThe Oscar-nominated actor was both the musical guest and host this weekend.27 Jan 02:07 AM
