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Hamilton tenor wins Australian Singing Competition
Emmanuel Fonoti-Fuimaono, 25, is the first Kiwi to win the competition since 2019.
Canvas: Behind the scenes of NZ Opera's latest production
In demand across Europe, opera singer Madison Nonoa is back home to perform in (m)Orpheus. Video / NZ Opera
Plan devised for future of NZ’s oldest provincial theatre
There have been inquiries about hosting birthday parties and weddings in the theatre.
Ginger Spice confirms Spice Girls comeback after false Glastonbury rumours
'At some point, there will be something!'
Kea Kids News: Exclusive interview with trailblazing artist Jacob Dombroski
Award-winning actor and dancer Jacob Dombroski doesn’t let anything hold him back! Kea Kids News reporter Rosie talks to Jacob about his latest show, and how he deals with bullies and tough times.
12 Questions: Tauranga Arts Festival’s Shane Bosher
He wants this festival to be accessible to everyone, "irrespective of their bank balance".
'No matter how near death you might be, there's a warmth. How quickly it turns'
Talking life and death with intensive care specialist David Galler, star of a new play.
Government pledges $15m for restoration of Auckland's historic St James Theatre
Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Carmel Sepuloni announced on Saturday, July 23 that the Government would do its part to support the restoration and revival of the nationally significant and historic Queen St theatre. Video / Supplied / Aja Lethaby
From Tūrangi to the big stage
"Highly respected" arts figure appointed leader of NZ Dance Company.
Review: Cirque du Soleil Crystal’s unexpected star
Adrenaline-inducing and gasp-worthy are only two reasons to see the show.
Tina Turner credited David Bowie with saving her career
'In 1983 David Bowie did something very special and significant for me.'
Māori performing arts companies combine forces for open day
Te Pou Theatre and The Dust Palace encourage young people to attend.
Kapa haka event hoping for something in Budget
Hopes are high that Te Matatini will receive a funding boost from Budget 2023.
Autaia: Rangatahi set to shine in Haka Theatre showcase
Autaia celebrates the richness, diversity, and importance of ngā toi Māori (Māori arts).
Review: Tauranga’s Jekyll & Hyde The Musical a feast for the ears
Review: Tauranga Musical Theatre's 'Jekyll & Hyde The Musical' is a feast for the ears.
Music, laughter and love remembered ahead of '8 Scott Ave' opening night
Watching '8 Scott Ave: The Sequel' will be extra-special for a Rotorua man and his family.
Review: Was The Unruly Tourists opera worth all the controversy?
Here are some of the best performances and productions.
'Joy our region needs': Free show takes audience on heart-warming adventure
The show follows a worm on its adventure to rescue its mother.
Global phenomenon to perform throughout country
The first Britain's Got Talent winner ever will be touring New Zealand.
Northland news in brief: Lotto win; and Cyclone Gabrielle relief funding
News snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.
Te Arawa kapa haka raising pūtea for flood whānau
Te Arawa's six Te Matatini finalists perform to raise money for flood victims.
Topp Twins give health update amid cancer battle
Lynda has appeared on the AM Show where she gave an update on Jools' health.
Actor dropped from Australian show over ‘indecent act’ on flight
The Belarusian actor was charged with indecent act towards another passenger.
Geoffrey Clendon: 'Drama gives us self-assurance to stand up and look people in the eye'
The playwright and director talks to Elisabeth Easther.
Cyclone-hit Wairoa group takes to Te Matatini Eden Park stage with mud caked on legs
Te Matatini: Wairoa's kapa haka group brings emotion and aroha to town
Jackie Clarke: 'I’ve been blessed with bullet-proof self-esteem'
The entertainer talks to Elisabeth Easther.
Weaving kapa haka with healing for mental health
Young Māori in the South Island are thriving with kapa haka therapy in school.
Heartbreakingly funny: "Grief can make you horny! No one told me that."
Crazy Grief podcaster Tatiana Hotere's darkly comic survival story, Skin Hunger.
Award-winning Broadway show Hamilton announces New Zealand shows
Musical's star says anyone who attends 'can expect a brilliant time'.