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Actors shine as Sister Act takes to stage
After clunky start, musical's tempo keeps on rising.
Wonderfully edgy doom on dark side
William Dart reviews Auckland Chamber Orchestra's final concert of the year.
APO and Dust Palace an enchanting combination
Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra and the Dust Palace craft magic from music and movement.
William Dart reviews the latest classical CDs
Requiem for the Fallen, superb choral tribute to Kiwi sacrifices on European battlefields.
Evanescence: 2000s emo meets...orchestral EDM?
Evanescence is back giving old hits a weird electro-orchestral revamp...but why?
Six60 have written the song of the summer - but what's next?
Don't Give It Up is a total summer stunner. How does the rest of their new EP measure up?
Stevie Nicks calls Lorde 'exquisitely great'
"That little girl is one of the most exquisitely great artists I have known," says star.
Classical review: Viva Voce
Auckland-based chamber choir Viva Voce continues its fine form, writes William Dart
Review: Mahler riches crown series finale
Sprightly tunes and triple-time ingenuity offering a piquant preview of Mahler yet to come
Taylor Swift's Reputation: A thrilling - but flawed - return
It's when Swift unleashes unapologetic swells of emotion that Reputation truly soars.
This year, the sound of Sleigh Bells means war
Sleigh Bells is back with a mini-album full of war songs to see out 2017.
Ty Dolla finally shows $igns of restraint
It's a more mature Ty Dolla $ign on display - but there's still room for summer sex jams.
Wolfenstein is insane, funny and smart - with a couple of let downs
Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus is a blast, with one of the most insane storylines ever.
Did MAFS just spell end to The Bachelor?
Honesty of MAFS makes The Bachelor seem too kitsch to continue.
Review: Khalid struggles to be heard at NZ show
A blaring sound mix and over enthusiastic band drowned out the star of the show.
Classical review: Flair to fore in Masters class
Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra might have been a further instalment of German Masters.
Classical review: Blackbird Ensemble brings the love to Bjork
Hip chamber orchestra makes magic with Bjork's music, writes William Dart.
Album review: Sol3 Mio, A Very Merry Christmas
A summery spin on some Christmas classics falls short of its own goals.
Is Kelly Clarkson pop's most underrated singer?
Kelly Clarkson should be way bigger than she is and her latest album proves it.
Kings opens his first chapter with a mixed bag
Kings is capable of wearing many different hats. But some suit him better than others.
Classical review: APO Fire Music
Composer Brett Dean's Fire Music provides orchestral highlight, writes William Dart.
Review: Slick acts generate entertaining show
1288 were at the ASB Theatre for the opening night of MAGICIANS.
Sixth time's a charm for Die Die Die
Charm. Offensive is a return to form for Die Die Die.
Is Sam Smith the new Adele?
Sam Smith's new album is simple and beautiful and could give Adele a run for her money.
Weezer are ready to have some summer fun
Breezy beats and happy harmonies: Weezer head to the beach on their 11th album.
Theatre review: The Mountaintop
Play about Martin Luther King's final hours sees big themes dealt with warmth and humour.
What the new government means for TV
What kind of content does the new government envisage us watching?
Two offers poignant pub reflections
Spectrum of human emotions portrayed in the play Two will make you laugh and cry.
William Dart reviews the latest classical CDs
NZ pianist Michael Houstoun makes a stylish French connection, writes William Dart.
Director knows art of trickery and magic
Touring show Magicians has picked an NZ director with more than a few tricks up her sleeve
St Vincent's new album is expertly playful pop
MASSEDUCTION is St Vincent's most furiously energetic record - and one of her best yet.
How Niall Horan could best his former bandmates
Niall Horan's debut album isn't bringing anything new to music, but maybe that's okay.