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How An App Could Get You a Slice of $6.2 Billion
If you are a creative solo practitioner or small business - you could be contributing to a massive chunk of change being left on the table in Aotearoa.
Arts Smarts
Accidental Activist
By tackling big issues like mental health and sexuality, in-demand artist Sara Moana's proving that light-hearted art can help conquer a locked down heart.
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Audio-Visual Visionary Returns Home
Back in Aotearoa after a decade away, a revered NZ Electronica artist sounds off on lessons from London, takes aim at Spotify and on facing his next challenge (not just MIQ).
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Artists Creating Tomorrow's History
Auckland Museum's South Atrium isn't just an entrance, it's a collaboration with some of Aotearoa's leading artists. Find out what makes Te Ao Mārama so special.
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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.
The Lowdown
'A Token Effort Has Been Made To Include The Abled As Well'
“Braille programmes will be provided. If you want a sighted one, you’ll need to ask." Susan Williams' new show has the potential to become the baseline for accessibility.
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Double Vision
There will be no ‘creative differences’ issues for ATC’s Artistic Director and Chief Executive - they’re the same person. Find out how Jonathan Bielski is taking on the challenge.
Who Got The Gig?
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.
The Lowdown
$22.5 Million of Government Support for Events Explained
Details have been released on how event organisers and artists involved in them can be assured they won't be out of pocket if cancellation strikes this summer.
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Letters to an Emerging Creative: Getting Noticed
How do you stand out in a world where everyone else is trying to make their mark? Andrew Wood with some tips and home truths about making an impression in the arts.
Arts Smarts
Feeding the Changing Audience Appetite
COVID hasn't been kind to anyone - but one of Auckland's cultural cornerstones explains how it motivated them to steer away from safe waters and challenge themselves in 2022.
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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.
The Lowdown

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How An App Could Get You a Slice of $6.2 Billion

Accidental Activist

Audio-Visual Visionary Returns Home

Artists Creating Tomorrow's History

Gallery Takes Stand Against Censorship Controversy

'A Token Effort Has Been Made To Include The Abled As Well'

Double Vision

Red Light Roadblock?

$22.5 Million of Government Support for Events Explained

Letters to an Emerging Creative: Getting Noticed

Feeding the Changing Audience Appetite

Creatives Demand Government Action

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