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Billionaires and man dildos: Ben Elton on the concept of 'Authentic Stupidity'
Elton makes his long-awaited NZ return in April and May this year.
A new twist to Shakespeare’s tragic romance
Romeo and Juliet: Tragic story retold in 1930s era in Te Puna.
New actors wanted for vintage play
Centre Stage Taupō is on the hunt for talent for its new production.
South Auckland community playground is open for tamariki to enjoy
Te Waituarua Reserve Playground has been brought to life.
Dirty Work: An ode to joy that is joyous to watch
Review: There's plenty of praises to sing when it comes to this show.
War Memorial Park playground opens to community
New playgorund puzzles incorporate and relate to Te Awamutu War Memorial Park’s heritage.
Award-winning Kiwi writer ventures into theatre with new play
'Come Along Oliver Moody' explores friendship's enduring power.
What to do this weekend: Painting sessions, rock concerts, and more
It's time to immerse yourself in Auckland's creative art scene.
Spy: Red White and Brass to hit the stage with star John-Paul Foliaki
Foliaka tells Spy about the “awesome Tongan talent” involved.
Former quarry now a playground
Dozens of children put the Gleeson Park playground to good use as soon as it was opened
The Borrowers comes to Hamilton's Playbox
The Borrowers is a chance for young actors to showcase their talent.
Couple say school's 5.5m 'tower of terror' destroys home's privacy, value
Adults and children alike can be spotted staring into the couple's windows at all hours.
Over 120 girls and 20 boys turn out for Matilda auditions
New Zealand’s most “revolting children” turned out in their droves yesterday to contest roles in Matilda The Musical, being performed at the Bruce Mason Centre later this year. Video / Jason Oxenham
Heartfelt play pulls inspiration from real events
One Way Out pulls inspiration from real events and a time in Emily Costello’s life.
Councillors consider ownership of Stratford's castle
Stratford on Stage has been operating out of The Castle for over three decades.
Spy: Gloss star Peter Elliott returns to 1990 (and Kiwi audiences)
The actor discusses the return of Rex Redfern and going back to the boom years.
TV adverts highlight growing up in Aotearoa
Māori play features whānau, aroha and the world of advertising.
Review: Happy family show will sweep you away to a magical land
It's a fast-moving, tightly directed pantomime.
Little festival with big heart on in the ‘Stings
Check out the free shows, on every day from Wednesday to Sunday.
Canoeing for Beginners: What would you do to get your hands on some money?
The Little Theatre’s end-of-year production is very loosely based on a famous news story.
Sinatra fans will love this cabaret-style play
Blue Eyes will run at the Playhouse Theatre in Hastings from November 2.
Rangatahi playwrights hone their act
Four diverse topics are explored at Te Pou Theatre by Māori playwrights.
Pop-up Globe revived, seeking funds to repay some of $1m owed
The revival has riled some, who ask how it could carry on while in liquidation.
Whanganui costume collection preserving our history
People don't realise just how extensive the collection is or how widely it’s used
Māori in Queenstown create play to support whānau who’ve lost loved ones to suicide
A small community of Māori living in Tāhuna, Queenstown has organised a stage play, Toa, to connect and support whānau who may be grieving loved ones. Video / Te Ao Māori News
Inside billionaires' mega-makeover for $39.3m mansion
Faux British country/Camelot style gone as the changes bring more moody, minimalist flair.
Frank Kitts Park playground saved from being turned into patch of grass
The revamp will cost the Wellington City Council $7 million.