Government Support "A Bloody Relief - But Will It Be Enough?"
The Lowdown speaks to the creative community to gets the reaction to the Government's $121m Omicron support package - and it's clear there's still plenty of work ahead.
Art Suffering in Red Light Reality
Omicron’s impact on the arts from every angle - as The Lowdown seeks answers on what support creatives need - and how you can help.
Brace for Impact
The Lowdown's back for 2022 with a look at the latest headache for live performers - who's pulled the pin & who's announced their returns - as well as staunch replies to music industry legal threats.
Scandal, Controversy & Speaking Up: The Lowdown Review of 2021
Creatives have not backed down to the challenges the year has thrown at them - we speak to those involved in the biggest issues of 2021.
Gallery Takes Stand Against Censorship Controversy
Stand up for artistic integrity or bow down to censorship? The Lowdown tackles the heated issue, plus the latest award-winners and announcements impacting the creative community.
Red Light Roadblock?
As Alert Levels are replaced by traffic lights, one of NZ's biggest music festivals has stalled at the stop sign. The Lowdown looks at how the new COVID framework is impacting the arts.
Creatives Demand Government Action
From literature of the written kind to literacy of the financial type, The Lowdown seeks answers to the big issues confronting the creative community from the highest offices in Aotearoa.
Time for Change - Aotearoa Artists Rise Up for Resale Royalties
We go in-depth on the hottest topic in the creative community and get government reaction, Auckland Art Festival's big reveal and the latest honours, accolades and achievements.
Ready to Reopen?
The shift to Alert Level 3.2 gives the green light to Tāmaki Makaurau's galleries and museums. The Lowdown finds out why not everyone in Auckland is in a rush to open their doors.
The House That Cath Built
The Lowdown speaks to some of the biggest names in NZ's creative community for a behind-the-scenes look at the late Dame Cath Tizard's enduring arts legacy - and some big cultural announcements.
Is ‘Great Resignation’ Coming for Aotearoa’s Creative Sector?
Is the 2021 trend of seeking greener pastures a cause for concern for the arts? We speak to experts across the most impacted industries to find out.
Funding Controversy and Premature Curtain Calls
2021 is over for many performing artists...and it’s only October. Get the Lowdown on why they’re shutting down and the huge reaction to a half million dollars worth of government funding.