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

A story about a girl that followed a road that wasn't there is a school holiday delight.

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

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.

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

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.

The stars of hit play Hudson and Halls tell Ethan Sills why it's a comedy with heart.

Pressure mounts to save jobs as uni proposes to cut three lecturers in cost-saving bid.

West Side Story is a must-see for Broadway aficionados.

A New Zealand-made Korean dance is a first for the country, writes Dione Joseph.

US diva Grace Bumbry marks her 80th birthday with an exquisite CD set, writes William Dart

Two surprising Matariki shows use music to express new ideas, writes Janet McAllister.

From the concert halls of Europe to South Auckland, conductor Tianyi Lu is one to watch.

People mad about the Trump-like 'Julius Caesar' by sending death threats to wrong theatre.

Maori theatre shines especially brightly at Matariki, writes Dionne Christian.

The Proms have their origin in the British Empire, but are still a much-loved spectacle.

Te Puhi recalls with depth and pathos an iconic moment in our history, writes Dione Joseph

Early performances in the Pacific Dance Festival show vibrant heritage, says Raewyn Whyte.

Local celebrations of the life of James Joyce attract international attention.

A 290-year-old cello can prove popular in airports, says cellist Daniel Muller-Schott.

The energy of early rock and roll powers through Million Dollar Quartet.

Conductor Rita Paczian and her Bach Musica NZ deliver magical music, writes William Dart.

The Pacific Dance Festival provides valuable opportunities for local dancers.

Maggie Flynn is a charismatic heroine in NZ history tale Shakespearean in its telling.

Auckland's theatre community gets Matariki off to a shining start, writes Dione Joseph.

Ioana Cristina Goicea wins the Michael Hill International Violin Competition.

West Side Story's tale of love and rivalry has endured, writes Stephen Jewell.