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VIDEO: Success In Self-Publishing
1 day ago

VIDEO: Success In Self-Publishing

WATCH: Legally blind and dropped from her publishing deal, Steffanie Holmes went it alone and has sold nearly 1 million copies of her books.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
VIDEO: Asian Theatre in Aotearoa
4 days ago

VIDEO: Asian Theatre in Aotearoa

WATCH: Its history might be short, but the Asian performing arts community is growing in voice and understanding of its own identity.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Speak Up - Creatives Urged To Get Involved In Govt Cultural Strategy
1 week ago

Speak Up - Creatives Urged To Get Involved In Govt Cultural Strategy

Public consultation window for the Government's proposed Amplify strategy is only open for a short time longer - see why you should have your say. 

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
"Mundane Things Kill Your Soul" - How To Give Yourself Permission To Create
3 weeks ago

"Mundane Things Kill Your Soul" - How To Give Yourself Permission To Create

Veronica Herber’s path to artistic fulfilment wasn't a straight forward one - she discusses the courage it takes to follow your heart and leave behind a comfortable career.

Author:  Dina Jezdic
VIDEO: Defying Definition
1 month ago

VIDEO: Defying Definition

WATCH: Levi Hawken isn't giving over control of his creative legacy - so when his art was disappearing, he continues to evolve to make it more permanent.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
VIDEO: For The Birds
1 month ago

VIDEO: For The Birds

WATCH: How a neighbourhood arts practice made it international - and what happens when your art becomes the target of copycat creations.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Social Media Hacking Devastating Creative Small Businesses
1 month ago

Social Media Hacking Devastating Creative Small Businesses

A timely warning for all creative professionals: social media account hacking is rising, and your small business may be more vulnerable than you think.

Author:  ArtsHub.com.au
To Victor, The Spoils
1 month ago

To Victor, The Spoils

From feeling lost in his identity to becoming one of Pasifika's most creative voices - Victor Rodger opens up on his path to becoming an Arts Laureate.

Author:  Chris Forster
Rich Kids Don't Go To Jail
1 month ago

Rich Kids Don't Go To Jail

Lynda Chanwai-Earle goes behind the scenes with the creative team of Camp Be Better, learning how the concept of ‘entitlement to enlightenment’ drives their new series.

Author:  Ice Floe Productions Tapui Ltd
Raising the Tempo
2 months ago

Raising the Tempo

Creative vision, worldbuilding and the bigger picture of reigniting the contemporary dance scene in Aotearoa are driving forces behind this year's talent-packed TEMPO Dance Festival.

Author:  Leila Lois
Super Nova's Stellar Start
2 months ago

Super Nova's Stellar Start

Taking on the anti-hero role of Wendy in ATC/Nightsong's Peter Pan has given talented creative all-rounder Nova Moala-Knox an ideal launching pad in her post-graduate career. 

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Behind The Dreams - Bringing WOW Show To Life
2 months ago

Behind The Dreams - Bringing WOW Show To Life

The Big Idea goes behind the scenes to see what it takes to bring together the performance feast that is the World of WearableArt show, speaking to its leading creative minds.

Author:  Leila Lois