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"Mundane Things Kill Your Soul" - How To Give Yourself Permission To Create
3 days 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 week 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
2 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
4 weeks 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
Arts Voices: Protecting The Mental Health Of Creatives
1 month ago

Arts Voices: Protecting The Mental Health Of Creatives

Mental Health Awareness Week is the perfect time for a well-being check-in - we speak to five passionate advocates about how well the sector looks after the creatives it is built around.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Performance Exchange - The New Way Of Touring?
1 month ago

Performance Exchange - The New Way Of Touring?

It's a 'Disaster' waiting to happen - and that's a good thing for all involved. Find out how the NZ debut of an immersive theatre game is opening doors for local shows to find new life overseas.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Nigel Borell: Figure Out Your Own Voice
2 months ago

Nigel Borell: Figure Out Your Own Voice

One of Aotearoa's leading creative voices opens up on embracing creativity, self-exploration, and the importance of perseverance.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor