Series embraces a fresh brand of cynicism, writes Nick Grant.

Nikolai Demidenko playing Rachmaninov's Second Piano Concerto was doubtlessly the reason for Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra's full Town Hall on Thursday and, as one expected, his uber-pianist status was effortlessly confirmed.

Sutter Keely (Miles Teller) does not have his life figured out, in fact, that is the way he likes it.

I went into To The Wonder expecting to see a slow, solemn, beautifully shot film... I did not leave disappointed.

A heist film with a magical edge, Now You See Me puts on quite a show - with mixed results.

Russell Baillie takes in Jake Bugg's sold out Auckland show.

The interactive theatre experience is given a thorough workout in a wildly energetic production that drops us right into the throbbing heart of an illicit high school after-ball.

Families are TV favourites, says Nick Grant.

The popular misconception has always been that Schoenberg's music is box office poison.

Chris Schulz reviews Passion Pit's Auckland show.

Bosoms heave in exquisite costumes at Versailles as Marie Antoinette and her household contemplate their future in the last days leading to the French Revolution.

Some in the audience had been expertly primed in Brian Foster's early evening lecture, but Chamber Music New Zealand's Einstein's Universe concert on Monday night was a stimulating experience.

Russell Baillie takes in the finale of The X Factor.