When it comes to celebrating the music of Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, who better to sing his praises - and a number of his fabulous songs - than New Zealander Delia Hannah whose star has soared thanks to his shows?

She's probably best known for playing a floozy, boozy nurse on Shortland Street. But since quitting the soap two years ago, Toni Potter has returned to being one of Auckland's best theatre actresses.

Established in 1947, the Holland Festival is a trendsetting international performing arts festival.

If you are looking for a show that is funny and uplifting, it is unlikely that you would settle on something that has interminable and suicide in its title.

Catherine Smith looks at the best free and family shows on offer during the two major arts festivals showcasing Auckland City this month.

A week in the life of actress, Alison Quigan.

The Arrival was the big winner at the Chapman Tripp Wellington Theatre Awards which were handed out last night.