Brazilian-born Aucklander dances her way to the title of Australasian Samba Queen.

Reading The Unquiet Time good way to start thinking on NZ's big issues, writes Jim Eagles.

NZ harpist Carolyn Mills' new CD forges French-Kiwi connections, writes William Dart.

Devonport Library should be a major tourist attraction, writes Janet McAllister.

Lynda La Plante talks to Greg Fleming about her latest prequel, and has news for NZ fans.

Stars are about to shine at Auckland's annual cabaret spectacular, says Dionne Christian.

Opera singer, musical theatre star and Harley Davidson fan Helen Medlyn is a biker nun.

Ever wanted to run away to the circus? Meet the Cirque du Soleil crew and cast who did.

Jim Eagles and Mark Fryer round up the best of recently released non fiction books.

New Zealand Opera is bringing home our stars in 2018, writes William Dart.

Contemporary Katya Kabanova contrasts the power and passion of nature with daily life.

Stakeholders say the facility will bring in tens of millions of tourist dollars yearly

Rotorua Daily Post chief photographer Stephen Parker has won an international award.

A woman ordered in Maori - and was surprised when the till operator responded in kind.

What is bio-design? Award-winning Auckland architect Jo Aitken explains.

The Royal NZ Ballet and Auckland Art Gallery join forces for a unique collaboration.

A new CD captures the Herculean challenge pianist Michael Houstoun set to mark his 60th.

Massive company takes a wholehearted message to theatres and communities around NZ.

Karlheinz Company's annual concert is always a highlight of the year.

A ground-breaking new programme for Maori playwrights in under way in Auckland.

Robyn Malcolm gets risqué in her next gig.

Kim Knight meets the widow of the controversial painter who refused to starve in a garret.

Herald cartoonist Rod Emmerson on his forthcoming exhibition and his return to art.

There's a lot to love about the Royal NZ Ballet's Romeo and Juliet, says Raewyn Whyte.

One of our best known musicians teams up with violin star for rare Beethoven adventure.

Divine discotheque circus keeps singer Marcia Hines on her toes.

Orchestra ably demonstrates the genius of Berlioz.

Auckland's biggest mass-participation, public art trail will fill the city's streets.

Venue for the NZ String Quartet's concert not up to scratch, writes William Dart.

Silo celebrates 20th year with an edgy re-interpretation of A Streetcar Names Desire.