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

The gypsy of Lindy Hume's Carmen production becomes a true hero, writes William Dart.

A superb Brahms and curiously stylish Ravel worth a listen, says William Dart.

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.

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.

Women too wild to make it into official histories spotlighted, writes Dionne Christian.

The play Jane Doe is an insightful and powerful look at rape culture, writes Ethan Sills.

Musical based on our favourite TV ad jingles is nostalgic fun, writes Janet McAllister.

Two young singers tackle challenging Bach in a concert to nourish the soul.

APO scales some of music's loftiest heights during its Mountain King, writes William Dart.

Dean Hewison has written a truly authentic NZ musical from "songs" some of us love to hate

The NZSO's Pathetique concert unleashed a panorama of emotions, writes William Dart.

A 12,000 seat concert arena plan has got the tick from the Wellington region's mayors.

A play about sex education is assured and innovative theatre, writes Janet McAllister.

Ambitious drama presents illuminating fragments of the immigrant experience.

Director Tanemahuta Gray tells Ethan Sills how Tiki Taane's music inspired his latest epic

Kiwi arts council takes a 50-strong contingent to the arts festivals in Edinburgh.

Jazz diva Dianne Reeves talks old and new with William Dart before visit to Wellington.

With West Side Story on next month, William Dart recalls its composer's classical days.

Three by Ekman is a triple treat for dance fans who want to sit back and enjoy what comes.

It's one of the world's most prestigious music competitions and it happens right here.

Conductor Masaaki Suzuki tells William Dart he can't live without daily rice or music.