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Korean Kiwis raise curtain on North
Cindy Jang feels awkward revealing North Korean links so now she's dancing about it.
Theatre review: Mamma Mia still gets them dancing
Auckland production of Mamma Mia! is an experience to remember, writes Dione Joseph.
Dead relatives tell tales
Tales we tell about dead relatives and stories they may tell us on stage at the Basement.
Cirque du Soleil performer dies after shocking fall during show
The aerialist's fall reportedly 'traumatised' audience members.
Circus review: A O Lang Pho a charming tale of town and country
A circus like no other where the contrast between town and country vividly comes alive.
Music review: From Scratch in good heart
Avant-garde ensemble From Scratch take fans on a trip to savour, writes William Dart.
RNZB culture given all-clear after recent turbulence
Royal New Zealand Ballet culture given the all-clear after years of artistic turbulence
Bespoke composition? That takes the cake!
World-renowned New York composer's bespoke gift is icing on the cake for NZ string trio.
Students to revisit 400-year-old case
A possible miscarriage of justice highlighted by Shakespeare gets second hearing.
Circus review: World-class 'Junk' flies high
Auckland Arts Festival seeks shows to appeal to young audiences; Junk was an absolute gem.
Mirror, mirror on the wall - is Bas the best cleaner of all?
Cleaner Bas van Wel is a star of Auckland Arts Festival because his squeegee never stops.
This weekend we want to...
The TimeOut and Arts team share their picks of the places to be this weekend.
Kiwi composer embraces Japanese sounds
Composer Samuel Holloway wants more boundary-pushing contemporary music in concert halls.
Pumpkin inspires tales of still life with chickens
Why did the chicken cross the road? Maybe to befriend an elderly woman wanting a friend.
Behind the scenes: Musician Robin Kelly on the strong people who hold families together
Valerie is possibly one of the most unique and personal pieces of theatre made in NZ.
Amazing what can be done with a heap of 'Junk'
There's "Junk" worth seeking out at the Auckland Arts Festival, writes Dionne Christian.
Dynamic duo promise keyboard contest
Music fans are about to witness a contest for keyboards when this piano duo visits.
Local Focus: Hoops, the latest fitness craze
Aerial arts and hoops is growing in popularity. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
This weekend we want to go to...
TimeOut and Arts writers round up their picks of what to do, see and hear this weekend.
Sponsor saves school choir festival
School principals hope Auckland Council will help music fest after three-year deal ends.
Joy and heartache from start to Finn
New shows by three veterans of the arts, all still at the peak of their powers.
APO's Love letters of musical wonders
Irresistible songs of sunlight, sky and life make for magical evening, writes William Dart
Theatre review: 'The Comedy of Errors' shows Pop-up Globe's funny side
Mayhem and comic madness make Shakespeare's lesser known comedy shine at Pop-up Globe.
Behind the scenes: Hone Kouka on provocative theatre Bless the Child
Only William Shakespeare has had more plays at New Zealand festivals than Hone Kouka
Ex-MP Delahunty takes to the stage
The former Green Party MP goes from the House to the stage with her spoken word poetry.
Buskers take music from street to stage
How does a busking street musician know they're good? When they can win over sober people
Fiery Spanish theatre to ignite Auckland
Auckland Arts Festival to celebrate its 10th anniversary with a fiery street spectacular.
Behind the scenes: Auckland's changing theatre makers tell teatime stories
Our first Sri Lankan playwright has written an epic story about families, history and tea.
Amalia Hall: Speaking from the soul
Violinist Amalia Hall tells Richard Betts practice is a matter of quality, not quantity.
New precinct for Auckland Arts Festival
Auckland Arts Festival director Jonathan Bielski's vision for a new precinct that he has dubbed the 'Festival Playground'.
You have to laugh: the new Arts Festival boss
The new director of the Auckland Arts Festival is surprisingly relaxed.
Behind the scenes: Choreographer ventures into new territory
Choreographer Michael Parmenter charts new course with first full length work in a decade
What's on this weekend?
TimeOut and Arts team pick where they want to go and what they want to see this weekend