Dionne Christian celebrates a fabulous gathering that shows us new ideas for old problems.

Behind the scenes look at costume department at NZ Opera's production of The Elixir of Love. / Doug Sherring

It's called "social choreography" and it puts the extraordinary into everyday dance.

The TimeOut and Arts team pick the places they want to be this weekend.

A trailer showing the first professional dance made in Antarctica has now been released.

The choral work Gallipoli to the Somme is a fine addition to NZ works inspired by WWI.

COMMENT: Why do the arts always lose out in our sports-obsessed country?

Cindy Jang feels awkward revealing North Korean links so now she's dancing about it.

Auckland production of Mamma Mia! is an experience to remember, writes Dione Joseph.

A circus like no other where the contrast between town and country vividly comes alive.

Avant-garde ensemble From Scratch take fans on a trip to savour, writes William Dart.

Royal New Zealand Ballet culture given the all-clear after years of artistic turbulence

World-renowned New York composer's bespoke gift is icing on the cake for NZ string trio.

A possible miscarriage of justice highlighted by Shakespeare gets second hearing.

Auckland Arts Festival seeks shows to appeal to young audiences; Junk was an absolute gem.

Cleaner Bas van Wel is a star of Auckland Arts Festival because his squeegee never stops.

The TimeOut and Arts team share their picks of the places to be this weekend.

Composer Samuel Holloway wants more boundary-pushing contemporary music in concert halls.

There's "Junk" worth seeking out at the Auckland Arts Festival, writes Dionne Christian.

Music fans are about to witness a contest for keyboards when this piano duo visits.

Aerial arts and hoops is growing in popularity. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

TimeOut and Arts writers round up their picks of what to do, see and hear this weekend.

School principals hope Auckland Council will help music fest after three-year deal ends.

New shows by three veterans of the arts, all still at the peak of their powers.

Irresistible songs of sunlight, sky and life make for magical evening, writes William Dart

Mayhem and comic madness make Shakespeare's lesser known comedy shine at Pop-up Globe.

Only William Shakespeare has had more plays at New Zealand festivals than Hone Kouka

The former Green Party MP goes from the House to the stage with her spoken word poetry.

How does a busking street musician know they're good? When they can win over sober people

Auckland Arts Festival to celebrate its 10th anniversary with a fiery street spectacular.