Tahuna Te Ahi: Kaan Hiini
Award-winning designer Kaan Hiini talks balancing tradition and innovation and the role of ngā toi Māori in the future in our new 'Tahuna Te Ahi (Setting the World Alight)' series produced in partnership with Te Manawa.
Lowdown: Fighting The Good Fight
Our marquee arts news bulletin, celebrating those whose mahi makes a difference, add creative value to their communities and succeed on national and global stages.
Opening Doors For Others To Follow - Tribute to DJ Mu
As the music community mourns the passing of Fat Freddy's Drop beat maestro Chris Ta’aloga Fai’umu, Hayley Dingwall writes about his role in showing off Aotearoa to the world.
Making Art Accessible - A Second Look
Five years is a long time in the arts world - creative powerhouse and staunch disability advocate Pelenakeke Brown considers how much has changed as she unleashes a profound new work.
"Gold Standard Legacy" Of Greer Twiss Remembered
Tributes are flowing after the passing of an Arts Icon - referred to as the "Godfather" of contemporary sculpture in New Zealand.
You’re Doing The Right Thing, Not Getting A ‘Real Job'
Actor Jordan Mooney gently encourages us to keep going and trust the process - the order, the chaos - all of it.
More Than Just Money - In-Kind Support Crucial For Creatives
The minds behind Melbourne Fringe-bound production How To Art explain the importance of diversifying their support to achieve their dreams.
Lowdown: New Awards & Funds To Fill Creative Voids
A half-million dollar initiative's announced to help artists get their mahi across Aotearoa, underserved communities get a chance to be celebrated and a number of career-advancing accolades and opportunities.
Ready to Soar: Applications Open for Pacific Producer Residency
Danielle Thomson sits down to talanoa with the team from Basement Theatre to learn more about the first Tāmaki Makaurau version of the ‘Pacific Producer Residency’.
Cannes-Do Attitude - Pitching Your Feature Film
Kiwi creative Emma Keeling gives us a first-hand experience on what it's like to sell your vision at the most famous film festival on the planet.
Into The Ether - Mixing Public Art and Corporate Finance
Highly regarded artist Judy Darragh's latest awe-inspiring artwork is more than a visual feast, it's a case study in finding the sweet spot on large-scale commissioned works.
Creative NZ Boss On Funding - "Leave No Stone Unturned"
In part two of our exclusive interview with the new CNZ Chief Executive, Gretchen La Roche discusses funding the sector, the changes facing arts organisations and changes in perception.