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"Find Who Your Art Is For" - Hugo Grrrl
1 day 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'
1 month 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"
2 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"
2 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
3 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
4 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
7 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
7 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"
8 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
10 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
10 months 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