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Review: Hunchback of Notre Dame musical a 'banger'
It's the Hamilton Operatic Society's first full-length musical since Chicago in 2021.
Lillie Rohan: BBC's new drama finally gives Broadchurch a rival
REVIEW: The show follows a detective uncovering a case that may destroy her life.
Traitors NZ shows improvements as it returns for second season
The Paul Henry-fronted reality show is back and early signs are its better than ever.
In its third season, The Bear gets avant-garde
Can the show hang on to its messy core while chasing greatness?
Horizon review: Kevin Costner's Western is spectacularly unsubtle
Kevin Costner's epic could tax even the biggest cowboy fan.
Review: Jerry Seinfeld brings complaint comedy to Auckland’s Spark Arena
The Spinoff's Duncan Greive watches the ups and downs of an icon at 70.
Pop, fizz, cheers: QT Queenstown's champagne hideaway
The Champagne Parlour is only available for two months this winter.
The Beatles in Wellington, reviewed 60 years later
'If you put your fingers in your ears ... you could hear the singing.'
Emma Stone and Yorgos Lanthimos' triptych fable embraces the uncomfortable
The actor's and the director's third collaboration is here, and they're not done yet.
Doctor Who: Ncuti Gatwa finds his oomph in series finale
Swashbuckling action and knowing nods, plus 'plenty to make long-time fans gasp'.
House of the Dragon season 2 episode 1 leaves us wanting more
Episode one was the very tip of the taper that we know will burn down to a big, fat bomb.
Bridgerton season 3 part 2, review: 50 Shades of Cringe?
Does the second half of the series live up to the hype?
Karl Puschmann: 'Remarkable' new Netflix show makes robbing banks look 'pretty easy'
It's wildly entertaining with a harsh lesson.
Mini series provides a different spin on Vietnam war
The Sympathiser provides a new perspective on post-war Vietnam.
William Dart review: Le comte Ory at the Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre
OPINION: The key to NZ Opera’s sparkling Le comte Ory lies with conductor Brad Cohen.
Review: NZ loves Dawn French, but does she love us? It's hard to tell
Name drops, laughs but no NZ connection. The verdict on Dawn French's first Auckland show.
Karl Puschmann: Does The Acolyte offer a new hope for Star Wars fans?
'It’s exhilarating. It’s terrifying.'
French foodie film serves up the story of the first restaurant
"Delicious" follows the story of a signature dish and its creator in the 1700s.
Review: The Rug is a musical well worth your support
The locally made show is based on two cavemen families each wanting what the other has.
Review - Kevin Costner's Horizon: An American Saga marks the birth of 'granddad cinema'
Costner's film is promising, but its grandeur likely won't be fully realised until later.
Karl Puschmann: ‘Genius and madcap’ as Te Radar turns back the clock
Antarctica, alcohol and Kiwi cookbooks get the comedy treatment across five shows.
Review: Sweeney Todd a 'well executed' show with 'terrific' performances
Hamilton Musical Theatre presents Stephen Sondheim's Sweeney Todd.
Exhibition a thought-provoking sign of the times
Each woman stares accusingly from the canvas.
Review: Documentary explores Merkel's life and legacy
Doco sheds light on the life of one of Europe's foremost leaders.
Review: Did Swan Lake make a splash in Auckland last night?
Opening night saw the RNZB return to tradition with Tchaikovsky’s classic.
Review: A colourful show that is packed with talent
If you suffer from FOMO when it comes to theatre shows, don't read this review.
William Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia at Auckland Town Hall
Auckland Philharmonia’s Bach & Bruckner concert set off with a rare pleasure.