His latest fantasy novel now out, NZ author David Hair explains how to craft new worlds.

English composer Rumon Gamba visits Auckland for concerts with a decided Russian flavour.

Students leaders from South Auckland will take part in a new production: Southside Rise.

Veteran dancer Jennifer De Leon defies injury to keep moving, writes Raewyn Whyte.

Greg Hall's novel tells of the darkest day in New Zealand military history.

Boys is loud and angry, which is all to the good.

Art has long provided inspiration to composers, now the APO celebrates music and art.

Holy Trinity Cathedral's Anzacs Commemoration Concert was a moving and timely reminder.

After 12 years, Auckland lawyers open Matakana site featuring Monet, vineyard and bar.

Theo David planned to start a training course; now's onstage at Pop-up Globe with the APO.

New Zealand's most important documents have been moved in a ceremonial process

For Lebanese chef and food writer Marlene Matar, Aleppo is the source of a unique project.

Art aims to arrive at better understanding of migrants, writes Dionne Christian.

We asked six comedians what they care about right now and why should we?

Artist/lifesaver Sofia Athineou highlights issue at the heart of a special exhibition.

Recent visitors to our concert halls make wonderful ongoing listening, says William Dart.

In their winter years, Westbeth residents embrace the summer of their lives.

The new director of the Auckland War Memorial Museum talks about the major changes ahead.

Artist known for controversial paintings has released latest work - a topless Maori woman

Designer Ella Mizrahi needs about 20,000 sheets of paper to build a set fit for a stage.

Russian artist has taken the streets of Moscow etch incredible images on dirty vehicles.

A new Auckland dance company could see krumping and contemporary dance fused together.

The thriller Mo and Jess kill Susie to be performed in te reo Maori for the first time.

Penny Ashton is swapping Jane Austen for Charles Dickens in her latest comic caper.

Contrasts in music and movement makes for delightful dance work, writes Raewyn Whyte.

The Rebel Pink shows dance is alive and kicking in all its forms, writes Raewyn Whyte.

Prime Minister admires the Wairau Maori Art Museum part of the HAC project.

Lael Chisholm has designs on a future as an illustrator; now a major award ought to help.

The Ministry for Culture and Heritage may stop the famous painting leaving the country

The World Masters Games isn't all about sport; Auckland gets a one-off arts festival, too.