Future-proofing festivals
As the New Zealand Festival in Wellington prepares to celebrate 30 years in 2016, artistic director Shelagh Magadza talks to Dione Joseph about future-proofing its legacy.
Programming for people
Nelson Arts Festival programme producer Charlie Unwin tells us how regional arts festivals are energised by a place and its people.
Journey from page to stage
Founder of TOA Productions Jason Te Kare is a firm believer that quality work deserves quality development. He tells us about the company's debut 'Cell Fish'.
Beyond the headlines
Aroha Awarau says his latest play is a testimony to the strength of mothers dealing with tragedy and grief.
Blurring musical boundaries
Free Theatre director Peter Falkenberg tells us about The Mauricio Kagel Project at Christchurch Arts Festival.
Music, Magic and Memory
Director Nina Nawalowalo takes a break from rehearsals for The White Guitar to share with Dione Joseph the process and evolution of this personal work.
Christchurch festival feast
Dione Joseph reports back from the opening weekend at Christchurch Arts Festival after taking in a sensory feast spread across three days of artistic indulgence.
Shifting narratives
Christchurch Arts Festival director Craig Cooper tells Dione Joseph how the arts contribute to the developing narrative of a changing city and engage audiences.
An irresistible critic
US based writer Daniel Mendelsohn talks criticism and taste with Dione Joseph as he visits NZ for the Auckland Writers Festival.
Encounters with art and poetry
Gregory O’Brien shares the stories behind his poetry and art with Dione Joseph.
WOMAD wandering 2015
Dione Joseph reports back from her wanderings at WOMAD 2015.
Close encounters with PAH
Choreographer Carol Brown talks about PAH and developing performances that offer an intersection between dramatic text and abstract expression.