Breaking The Language Barrier
One of the oldest artforms is embracing groundbreaking technology to shed negative preconceptions in Aotearoa.
Lowdown: Rush of Residencies
Some major art residencies have been named - giving Aotearoa artists huge opportunities both locally and overseas - while NZ art has hit some record highs.
Calling All Artists - The Best Call For Entries Right Now
The Big Idea breaks down some of the leading awards and entry opportunities in the creative community - with some deadlines approaching fast, it's time to act!
OPINION: Confronting NZ Government's "Short-Sighted" Impact On Arts
A visiting creative academic and global thought leader on the impact music can have on cities and policy speaks out on how Aotearoa can't afford to treat the arts as a 'nice to have'.
Lowdown: New Duo At Helm Of Arts Organisation
Arts Wellington's new dynamic duo explain their vision, Silver Scroll Awards night begins to take shape, judges named, awards handed out in a busy week for the arts in Aotearoa.
Scores Of Success - Steven Dominates Screen Music Nominations
Karl Sölve Steven is already in a league of his own - his award-winning legacy just got another extraordinary dose of recognition.
Work/Life/Art Balance - Finding The Sweet Spot
Not enough hours in the day to put food on the table as well as feed your creative appetite? A quartet of WOW finalists explain how they make it work.
Nock Knocks On NZ Hall of Fame Door
The newest inductee into the music Hall of Fame has been revealed - Mike Nock's remarkable journey is one worth celebrating.
Lowdown: Inspiring Pasifika Women Recognised
Two enduring and exceptional creatives have been given major honours, a host of awards and grants have been dished out across a range of genres and the countdown to a cornerstone creative event.
OPINION: The Real State Of Breaking In Aotearoa
The performance and debate around Raygun overtook Breaking's Olympic debut. Dujon Cullingford - an Oceania Breaking leader - explains where the art form is at in the part of the world and breaks down the backlash.
The Big Idea's New Chief Executive Revealed
From copywriter to Chief Executive - TBI announces the highly experienced arts entrepreneur selected to take the organisation into its next phase of championing the creative community.
$500M Blow - "Potentially Devasting" Report Into AI & Music Revealed
A comprehensive look into the music industry's relationship with AI is leading to a call for legislation to stop creatives being exploited and to avoid "a bleak future".