Culture 101

The latest arts news from around the motu. Audio

Among the pieces of music composed by Briar Prastiti for beloved novelist Jenny Pattrick's debut play Hope, which has just opened at Wellington's Circa Theatre, is a track called Dystonia. It's played… Read more Audio

Industries around the world are grappling with what AI means and how it could be empowering, challenging and potentially threatening. Read more Audio

Culture and heritage aren't just the preserve of cities and towns. Read more Audio

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New Zealand dancer, choreographer and filmmaker Loughlan Prior has been named one of '25 to Watch' in 2025 in the prestigious US publication Dance Magazine. Read more Audio

President Donald Trump is back and so is Hollywood. He's appointed three ambassadors; Mel Gibson, Jon Voight and Sylvester Stallone to revive the industry Read more Audio

Kiwi actor Luciane Buchanan has become a familiar face to millions as one of the stars in the Netflix series The Night Agent.  Read more Audio