Wine and zine your way around Auckland this weekend
This weekend's offerings include theatre and festivals, wine, food and zines.
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‘Beating heart’ of Māori storytelling marks 10 years
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Surgeons had to remove a woman's eye after discovering a mandarin-sized tumour.
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The world's greatest patisserie opens in Paris - none of it edible
The year's most hotly anticipated event launches in Paris, and it's not the Olympics.
New actors wanted for vintage play
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A new spin on The Lord of the Rings is coming to Kiwis this year
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Nicole Scherzinger: ‘I want to have a baby but work calls’
Times: An award-winning role has transformed the former Pussycat Doll's life.
How to keep the kids entertained these school holidays
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Sir Ian McKellen's sad news following on-stage fall
The Lord of the Rings star has shared an update following his accident during a play.
Discover the magic: Behind the scenes at Badjelly's Glow Show
Go backstage and discover the secrets behind the Glow Show puppets.
Matariki: How to spend your long weekend in the city
Lights, ice skating, comedy - bring in the Māori New Year with our long weekend guide.
Gisborne students nab awards at Shakespeare festival
Most Promising Actor and dance awards for Gisborne students at Shakespeare festival.
Australia’s top illusionist Cosentino works his magic
Illusionist and magician Cosentino visits the NZ Herald studio to demonstrate some sleight of hand. Video / NZ Herald
'It's art, science, psychology': Australia's top illusionist demonstrates his magic
Tickets for Cosentino’s November and December shows across NZ are now available.
Things to do this weekend: Hidden gems in Auckland’s calendar
Get among the fun in Tāmaki Makaurau using our weekend guide.
New stage show from Red, White and Brass
Red, White and Brass cast on what to expect from the new stage play at Auckland’s ASB Waterfront Theatre. Video / Janelle Eaton
Update after Lord of the Rings star's shock stage fall
The actor had a brutal fall while performing onstage at Noel Coward Theatre yesterday.
Kea Kids: Theatre company goes all out for deaf kids
Reporter Kenjrik and students from Ko Taku Reo check out The Great Piratical Rumbustification, a Tim Bray Theatre Company show with accessible performances for everyone!
Angelina Jolie and daughter Vivienne stun at Tony Awards
Angelina Jolie won her first Tony Award after being inspired by her daughter.
Loud, proud, colourful: The must-see stage celebration of rugby – and Tongan pride
Red, White & Brass leaps from screen to stage. The cast explains what to expect.
Radio stars’ children stepping into the spotlight
From debating Christopher Luxon to treading the boards in Matilda.
Founders drama continues: Demo budget extended by nearly $1m
The extension was necessary due to an ‘unprecedented’ asbestos find.
Winter’s arrived, here's what you can do this weekend
A good idea guide to get you out and about in Auckland.
Shakespeare but not as you know it
This show is a tremendous lesson in how theatre has evolved, says Keith Russell.
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.
Waikato schools not afraid of greatness at Shakespeare Festival
Hamilton Boys'and Girls' High and Taupō-nui-a-tia representing Waikato in Wellington.
Stratford’s 'Grand Old Lady' claims her heritage crown
The theatre has special significance in New Zealand history as an early 'picture palace'.
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.
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.
'Full-circle moment': World-renowned mime returns to stage he performed on as a kid
He's travelled the world with his craft; now he's coming back to where it started.
What to do in Auckland this weekend: Grab your boating gear, see a show, or get creative with the kids
Rain or sun, you don't want to miss out on experiencing these thrilling weekend events.