The City of Secret Rivers is intelligent, engaging and simply delightful.

NZ children are spoiled for choice when it comes to great local books, say award judges.

APO percussionist Eric Renick hits all the right notes, writes William Dart.

A Century of Song, Volume 2 makes for satisfying listening, writes William Dart.

When white artists tell black stories

Artist Shannon Te Ao talks about work commissioned for the Edinburgh Arts Festival.

Virtuoso violinist Karen Gomyo says open your heart and mind for the next NZSO concerts.

Meet the celebrity actress who refused to bow to norms.

Show is a winner despite unlikely political theme, writes Paul Simei-Barton.

Old Tricks New Dogs breathes new life into a dance show, writers Raewyn Whyte.

The painting of Sir John Logan Campbell has never been seen in public till now.

William Dart finds himself longing for the Kronos Quartet to channel Jimi Hendrix.

More than 5000 people have signed the petition calling for effective sex education

Atmospheric APO concert the next best thing to being in the Baroque, writes William Dart.

Billy T James was a brilliant entertainer who also felt like a family friend, fan says

Musical champions the communities of Dominion Rd, writes Dionne Christian.

David Herkt talks to those who are keeping the love alive.

Marilyn Monroe died in bed 55 years ago today of a drug overdose

Believable portrayal of deeply felt connection satisfies, writes Janet McAllister.

After more than 40 years Andras Fejer still enjoys membership of famed classical quartet.

The Pickle King is well preserved, bringing real bite to the theatre.

Victor Rodger's revival of 2002 play packs a powerful punch, writes Ethan Sills.

It takes culture to get through dark times. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Experts are calling for better male role models and more critical thinking.

A love story amidst a clinical drug trial puts chemicals and chemistry in the spotlight.

J K Rowling's seven book series heads Whitcoulls list of the nation's top 100 books.

Playwright Victor Rodger might not have his own bookshelf, but books are always with him.

Focusing on the skills of cartoonists, exhibition celebrates the art of cartoon portraits.

The Middle-earth saga continues for Tolkien artist Alan Lee, he tells Stephen Jewell.

Classical music and virtual reality - now in a concert hall near you thanks to APRA winner