Sons of Vao: Auckland Theatre Company debuts first Niuean play
“Are you really at peace? Are you ready for it?” Polata’ivao asks. In rehearsals, only a small group…
What’s on in Auckland this weekend: Beauty, art, wine and more
Mecca has unveiled an elevated new store in the heart of Ponsonby. The new MECCA in Posonby Rd.…
Auckland’s Mercury Theatre surrenders its secrets during $24 million makeover
But for two decades, he was a fixture at the Mercury, appearing in 120 shows before Auckland’s first…
Whangārei teen actor headed to London to perform at Shakespeare’s Globe
Hewlett-Coffey said it would be a “super cool experience”. “We get to learn and train with some of…
Melbourne city guide: Kiwi actor shares coolest streets, bars and cafes
Melbourne Skyline from South Melbourne. Photo / VisitVictoria What’s something about Melbourne that’s cool right now but hasn’t…
Things to do in Auckland these school holidays: Art, theatre and more
The Aotearoa Art Fair Sculpture Trail is back for 2026, and it’s bigger and better than ever. The…
Kristin Paulse lead role & Juliet New Zealand homecoming
Rising musical theatre star Kristin Paulse is living her dream. For as long as she can remember, she…
Andrew Lloyd Webber supported after heartbreaking death statement | Celebrity News | Showbiz & TV
Theatre legend Andrew Lloyd Webber has shared a heartbreaking tribute to his friend and colleague. He shared a…
Rotorua Little Theatre Society celebrates 75-year anniversary and rebuild after flood
“We were four rehearsals out from opening a show, so that had to be cancelled, which was a…
Carrying the weight of Prima Facie, the most important play of the post-MeToo era
Alex Casey talks to Cassandra Woodhouse as she begins her nationwide tour of Prima Facie. When most actors…
Why Fonotī Pati Umaga doesn’t want to be your inspiration
With his genre-bending new show debuting at Auckland Arts Festival in March, artist and advocate Fonotī Pati Umaga…
Rising star Tioreore Ngatai-Melbourne set to shine in Waiora, Hone Kouka’s timeless story of loss and dislocation
At 14, Ngatai-Melbourne had the confidence needed for the character. She was chosen after a casting call held…