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Dancers explore common ground
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City's art lovers didn't go to $8m musical
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Cirque du Soleil returns to dazzle Kiwis
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Chockbuster hit tipped as dark delight
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New Zealand photographer Peter Peryer has died
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Acclaimed NZ choreographer Douglas Wright dies
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Stan Walker's honest and inspiring words to students
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What really goes on at St Kevins Arcade
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Brisbane Festival 2018: What to see
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Off kilter: The Kiwi guide to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe
The festival stages performances from around the world, including 24 acts from Aotearoa.
All Blacks haka writer wins top award
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Putting a bite into school holiday fun
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Review: Ballet, Mozart perfect pairing
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The Dust Palace set to move to new premises
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