Young and Inspirational
We find out the creative minds being honoured as finalists for this year's Young New Zealander of the Year award.
The Final Deadline: 50,000 Word Novel In A Month
Did playwright Courtney Rose Brown bite off more than she could chew in the National Novel Writing Month challenge? Follow her creative journey that had more twists and turns than most fiction books.
The Struggle Is Real
An open and honest insight into how a fun challenge to write a 50,000-word novel in a month has become an emotional rollercoaster - and how real life impacts your creativity.
From Bedwetting to Billy T Nominee: Turning Anxiety Into Comedy
Award-winning performer Maria Williams explains how long COVID turned her solo show - Anxiety...The Musical - into a duet and the importance of being able to laugh at yourself.
How To Write A Novel In 30 Days (By Someone Who Has Never Done It Before)
Building back into her creativity after burning out, writer Courtney Rose Brown is throwing herself in the deep end. She explains why, and details her journey in National Novel Writing Month.
'A Token Effort Has Been Made To Include The Abled As Well'
“Braille programmes will be provided. If you want a sighted one, you’ll need to ask." Susan Williams' new show has the potential to become the baseline for accessibility.
Funny with a Side of Social Change
Rising comedy star Jadwiga Green on how she's juggling laughs with the pressure of being seen as a LGBTQ+ spokesperson.
A Taonga for the Community
A much loved community centre's temporary relocation provided the chance to give locals a fresh perspective - TBI went along to check it out.
But is it Art?
From the sweet to the street, two exhibitions are turning heads and changing perceptions at the Dowse.
NZ's Most Influential Arts Muse?
How does one household pet inspire so much creativity? We break down the Mittens effect on art, music and mental health.
Art Behind Bars
They're separated from the rest of society for their actions - but the mental health of Aotearoa's prisoners needs attention. Art is helping many become better people.
Celebrate Wellness and Mental Health Through an Arts Lens
Te Putanga Toi Arts Access Awards provide a much needed glimmer of hope in an otherwise torrid 2020.