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Creatives in regional Aotearoa know how hard it is to fend for yourself - so one Northland organisation has found a way to bypass the bureaucracy and hidden hierarchies through exciting new portals.
WATCH: Art is about expression, creativity and freedom yet when it comes to burlesque, performers still have to battle stigmas and stereotypes - even from within the creative community.
One of the most prolific contributors to Aotearoa's creative community reflects on securing the $15,000 prize that honours the legacy of some of her humour heroes.
Raising the standards has been taken to new heights at Unitec - with students given additional avenues to shine and smash through their creative ceilings.
The marquee names have been up in lights since the 2023 NZ Television Awards were announced - but there are plenty more who soaked up the acknowledgement of their incredible talents behind the scenes.
A new resource has thrown up the possibility of Aotearoa creatives finding ways to connect and build new relationships with Latin America - and the results are already compelling.
Auckland Arts Festival have revealed Shona McCullagh's successor as Artistic Director - and it turns out they didn't need to look too far.
Hearing "no" is never easy but recovering from rejection is a necessary part of the artist’s life. Here are some first aid strategies to help with the pain.
A new report looks at the current relationship between the arts and media sectors, with some bold recommendations on what could lead to better and more consistent coverage in mainstream media.
There's no 'I' in team - but EBKM might as well spell collaboration. Powerhouse theatre-making duo Eleanor Bishop and Karin McCracken combine for some sage words they'd want to share with their younger selves.
The five-term politician has been handed the keys to the creative community - but who is Paul Goldsmith and what's his connection to the arts?
More than 18,000 people have been creatively uplifted by Dance & Arts Therapy New Zealand since it started ten years ago. Their services have never been more in demand - or more important.
Ministry for Culture and Heritage officials are dissecting the latest data regarding how the creative sector stacks up nationally- we break down the key stats.
EXPLAINED: "Accessible, focussed, fairer" - CNZ speaks to The Big Idea about the new system to replace the outdated Arts Grants model - and how it has been broken into eight different funding programmes.
It's one of the marquee events in Aotearoa - but it's not just designers able to make their mark at the World of WearableArt. As the 2024 call for entries opens, we break down how any creative can find the WOW factor.
WATCH: Rejection sucks - but this trio of creative women show that when someone closes the door on you, the best answer is sometimes to kick down the wall and build your own door for others to enter.
Submit Your Illuminated Masterpiece! Do you have a radiant idea for an illuminated art piece? Whether it's a new creation or an existing masterpiece, indoor or outdoor, we invite you to be part of the magic at Light up Whakatane 2024.
For Writers! Apply now to be mentored by an established writer. The NZ Society of Authors Mentor programme 2024 seeks applications from writers looking for professional development, a safe space to discuss their work, intellectual community, role models, accountability and substantive feedback.
Mairangi Arts Centre is calling for entries from artists working in all media for the prestigious Hibiscus & Bays Art Awards.
The William Hodges Fellowship is designed to bring esteemed visual artists from New Zealand to the heart of Southland. This unique opportunity invites artists to immerse themselves in the distinctive Southland environment, drawing inspiration while actively contributing to the local artistic community
Two experienced mentors to work with four interns in the Pacific Festival of Brass July 2024
Join Māoriland Charitable Trust as Kai Whakatairanga (Marketing Manager)!
Nau mai, haere mai to Aotearoa's premiere event for artists, producers, presenters and industry leaders from across the performing arts sector.
Are you passionate about the ability of the arts to transform lives, and keen to convert that passion into a career in arts administration?
Seeking an energetic coordinator who is passionate about enabling youth participation in the arts
Award for fresh writing with a ‘unique and original vision’
DEPOT Artspace is open for proposals! We are looking for a range of creative projects for our 2024 exhibition programme.
Explore the contemporary fusion with Eszter Szigethy's Pounamu Jewellery
Christmas is a time of happy traditions - the pine tree, the pavlova and the APO’s annual Yuletide celebration in Holy Trinity Cathedral.
A painting exhibition exploring new ways to see the natural world
XYZZY is an immersive, fulldome cinematic experience designed for planetariums.
WATCH: Art is about expression, creativity and freedom yet when it comes to burlesque, performers still have to battle stigmas and stereotypes - even from within the creative community.
WATCH: Rejection sucks - but this trio of creative women show that when someone closes the door on you, the best answer is sometimes to kick down the wall and build your own door for others to enter.
VIDEO: How family, passion and a desire to hold space for Pasifika people drove Kim Meredith to step into the challenge of becoming a gallery owner.
VIDEO: Representation matters - Four talented wāhine explain why being authentic matters as they embrace Te Ao Toi by their own rules.
The healing powers of music is the theme of the song dedicated to New Zealand Chinese Language Week this year. “Driftwood” by 22 year-old Auckland-based musician Erin Geraghty, who performs as Erin G!, was launched in Wellington last night.
We have some additional capacity in our free face to face, video and phone counselling services for young people 12-24yrs in Auckland Tāmaki Makaurau right now, and know that some other services are under pressure.
Auckland Jazz and Blues moves to the Shore.
