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"Find Who Your Art Is For" - Hugo Grrrl
1 month ago

"Find Who Your Art Is For" - Hugo Grrrl

One of the most in-demand creatives in Aotearoa right now, the drag king shares advice on how to beat your own artistic path - no matter how challenging.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Start With Plan 'B'
2 months ago

Start With Plan 'B'

Actor Stephen Butterworth has backed himself - and with great success over the years - but he explains why the best advice he ever received had nothing to do with acting.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
"Don't Walk Away From Failure"
3 months ago

"Don't Walk Away From Failure"

The founder of one of New Zealand's most enduring bands has had some hard lessons in his career - he's sharing them for other creatives to learn from.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
"Feed Your Creative Fire"
4 months ago

"Feed Your Creative Fire"

A veteran of the Aotearoa dance scene has had many telling her to give up on her dreams. She never listened - and tells all aspiring creatives why it's important to hold on.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Make The Most Of Life's Detours
4 months ago

Make The Most Of Life's Detours

One of the most celebrated music therapy practitioners in Aotearoa gives an insight into the key lessons she's learned about a life filled with creative spark.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Practice Makes Imperfect
6 months ago

Practice Makes Imperfect

Director Leo Gene Peters exposing his emotions on dealing with anxiety and social awkwardness - with advice that will ring true to many a creative mind.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Dance Wildly, Off The Beat
8 months ago

Dance Wildly, Off The Beat

She's given acting, directing & writing tips to some of the best in the world - find out how Brita McVeigh discovered that "the fool in you is beautifully close to the fire in you."

Author:  Brita McVeigh
Explore The Boundaries That Define You
9 months ago

Explore The Boundaries That Define You

Acclaimed NZ designer James Dobson is fearless with his fashion and pulls no punches with advice for his younger self.

Author:  A Big Idea contributor
"Put Your Weirdness To Work"
9 months ago

"Put Your Weirdness To Work"

Tips on forgiveness, resilience and courage - Hiria Anderson-Mita processes the most valuable life lessons she'd give to her younger self.

Author:  A Big Idea contributor
Funny's Not Enough - Do The Work
11 months ago

Funny's Not Enough - Do The Work

After taking the Canadian comedy scene by storm, award-winning writer and performer Marshall Lorenzo has learned plenty of life lessons and doesn't mince his words.

Author:  Marshall Lorenzo
Pick Your Path
1 year ago

Pick Your Path

Which road will you take? Where will it lead you? Musician and writer Kathryn van Beek has made it her business to open up a world of possibilities to her readers - and gives her younger self plenty of options when passing on pearls of wisdom.

Author:  Kathryn van Beek
"Bravery Inspires Bravery - Build A Fabulous Team Around You"
1 year ago

"Bravery Inspires Bravery - Build A Fabulous Team Around You"

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.

Author:  A Big Idea contributor