Never judge a book by its cover doesn't apply at awards to find NZ's best-looking books.

Silo theatre comedy a good old-fashioned battle royal of egos, writes Dionne Christian

Celebrated puppeteer says show based on beloved children's book a special experience.

Tonight the NZSO National Youth Orchestra delivered a particularly clever programme.

Author turned film writer Patrick Ness likes to tell it as it is, writes Dionne Christian.

NZ street artists making their mark worldwide find new canvases all over the country.

Several Kiwi veterans and a writer were honoured by the French Government tonight.

Next generation composers and musicians showcased in NZSO classical concert.

True life story finds fun and offers depth for those who seek it, writes Janet McAllister.

Musicians have off nights; let's hope Sigiswald Kuijken fares better, writes William Dart

Goldie, who died 70 years ago today, won popular appeal despite the scorn of some critics.

Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom receives a booster shot of more than a million dollars.

Trick of the Light promises theatre thrills as they head along the road that wasn't there.

A tribute to Richard Nunns, this CD makes for compulsive listening, writes William Dart.

Janet McAllister continues her quest to visit every one of Auckland Council's libraries.

NZ Symphony Orchestra's concert showcases British music on the eve of the final test

An evening of Ligeti, Shostakovich and Beethoven with the Auckland Philharmonia.

The work that made composer Puccini's name will star in APO's annual Opera in Concert.

One-woman show kicks off Matchbox season.

Dionne Christian talks to the man who put the music and lyrics into Matilda the Musical.

Rodney Bell's story - from international dancer to living on the streets to film star.

Jekyll and Hyde is theatre like you've probably never seen before, writes Dionne Christian

One of the world's biggest entertainment companies is taking Pop up Globe to Australia.

Kiwis have been singing iconic song Tutira Mai Nga Iwi wrong for 50 years.

Columnist Ngaa Rauuira Pumanawawhiti explains what kohanga reo has given him.

Gillian Whitehead herself provided key to Auckland Chamber Orchestra's Matariki concert.

Actress and comedian Sieni Leo'o Olo talks about her Mangere childhood and her new show.

Larger than Life is a comedy and a musical and it's proudly Maori.

'Walk in the Redwoods' sculpture is getting some TLC. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Ambitious tenor comes up with a new twist on Mahler's song cycle, writes William Dart.