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Leaving Legacies That Last
Flames that burn bright and long can change the creative community - a packed Lowdown looks at champions, important issues, survey results and latest award opportunities.
The Lowdown
Reflections on Toi Te Kupu - Day Two
How does a Wānanga work when it feels under Western time constraints? Jack Gray gives his reflections on the second half of the pricey but passionate event held ahead of Matariki.
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'Impact Of Creativity In Our Communities Is Under Threat'
A group of creative supporters are appealing for help as they look to build impenetrable data to force change to one of the biggest issues facing struggling artists.
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Inside The Toi Māori Wānanga Most Couldn't Afford
How important was the kaupapa discussed at the highly priced Wānanga? Hugely respected Māori creative Jack Gray gives a comprehensive insight into Toi Te Kupu | Whakaahuatanga 2022
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How Creative Input Can Be A Game-Changer In Schools
Giving back to your community is often the goal of many creatives - getting paid for it can now be a reality. We explore the many rewards of the Creatives in Schools programme.
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Theatre I.N.C. - A Wero For Stage Productions
A veteran of Aotearoa theatre is concerned - his opinion culminates in a challenge for theatre makers across the country.
Soapbox
Questions That Deserve Answers
Challenging positions and issues is at the core of art - we get the Lowdown on the controversies in the spotlight, big steps in young creative careers in our arts news bulletin.
The Lowdown
Not A-Mused: Has Half Million Dollar 'Innovation' Proved Its Worth?
Narrative Muse's half million dollars of funding brings with it a deserved microscope - Andrew Wood gives his thoughts on if it's delivering for NZ creatives and audiences.
Soapbox
'Do You Want The Good News Or The Bad News?'
Indian Ink Co-founder Jacob Rajan is a master in storytelling. So he's got creative in working out what he'd say to his 22-year-old self.
Advice to My 22-Year-Old Self
Changing Of The Guard
The departure of key figures in the creative community continues - The Lowdown looks at who's going where, what events are inspiring underrepresented communities and the latest accolades.
The Lowdown
'Making Is Thinking'
Molly Morpeth Canaday winner Melissa McMahon talks about career reinvention and how picking a hands-on course made all the difference.
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Devoted To Making A Difference - Huge Creative Impact On Queen's Birthday Honours List
It's not all about the big names - The Big Idea dives deep into the 2022 list to honour 37 creatives from across Aotearoa who deserve their time in the spotlight.
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Confronting The "Bleak Midwinter" Facing Creativity
Opinions are flying over the current state of the government arts funding after CNZ's latest announcement. Leading arts writer Andrew Wood gives his list on what needs to happen next.
Soapbox
'Culture Is On The Budgetary Margins' - Breaking Down Creative NZ's Investment Approach
A chain of events is underway that will shape how CNZ supports the creative community - we get the Lowdown and reaction on some big funding announcements.
The Lowdown
Outspoken & Outstanding: Tami Neilson Lets Rip
Aotearoa music's staunchest advocate for equality is getting ready to reveal her latest - and possibly greatest - album. Chris Forster finds out what makes this creative talent tick.
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Research Grant Backs Diversity, Provides Validation
Do you have a story, a voice that needs to be heard? Find out from two CLNZ/NZSA research grant recipients have that extra encouragement made a big difference.
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High Notes And Humour
Everyone loves a laugh - and the mixture of music and comedy can bring unbridled laughter. Ben Jardine asks some local exponents what makes it work.
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'Make The Truth Visible, Injustice Accountable'
Get the Lowdown on projects decades in the making hitting NZ audiences, key departures, big names' big news and history-making winners in the creative community..
The Lowdown
Inside Shortland Street - NZ's Most Influential Production
It's provided hundreds of thousands of jobs for Aotearoa's creative sector - we look at the huge impact of the most important 'training ground' for NZ's Film & TV industry.
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Is Your Creative Block Really A Log Jam?
Are you misdiagnosing your struggle for creative inspiration? Verity Johnson has an important revelation for you.
Arts Smarts
Small Halls, Big Impact
The Big Idea catches up with the man revitalising Aotearoa's community halls with an injection of creativity.
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Dreams Die Hard - Creative Patience Rewarded
Get the Lowdown on what it's taken to get one of NZ's biggest productions back on stage, the latest creative winners and top talking points within the sector.
The Lowdown
The 7" Re-Revolution
The humble vinyl single is making an unlikely comeback in New Zealand, instigated by three motivated, experienced players in the music scene.
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Level Up Or Lip Service?
Supporting local artists is more important than ever - are you walk the walk during New Zealand Music Month?
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$500,000 Investment In Pasifika Storytelling
A "ground-breaking" new initiative from two key agencies is set to open new doors and create opportunities that bring creatives in Aotearoa and the Pacific Islands together.
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