'It's Like Putting Your Diary in Public'
Ahead of his latest release, Dominic Hoey talks about his latest ‘hare-brained schemes’ which span art, poetry and politics.
Arts Ministers Take Heed
In this week’s arts news Lowdown, Mark Amery discusses the need for an overhaul of government funding structures and how the sector fared in the local elections.
Tackling Climate Change on the Stage
A group of Massey University students are using the stage to bring attention to climate change. Dominic Hoey spoke to Kerris O’Donoghue about the project.
Singin’ Bout My Generation
Dominic Hoey talks to an award-winning director about a new work which brings people from different generations together to air their grievances.
Hot Off the Press
Kate Powell reviews a new resource that will soon be available across Aotearoa. (In partnership with Soar Arts).
Ones to Watch
We meet two creatives who have been picked as ones-to-watch, and hear their big plans to create the change their sector needs. (In partnership with Whitecliffe College of Art & Design).
No matter what
Sometimes the ordinary stories of determination and hard work help us to carry on. Here’s a real life account of where the hard road has taken Chris Williams.
Uncomfortable conversations
Kate Powell speaks to Ahi Karunaharan about his urgent new work.
Gains and Pains
In this week’s Lowdown #66 Mark Amery scans both islands and beyond to bring us Aotearoa’s art news.
Life hacks to live by
Ahead of Artweek Auckland, artist Ross Liew looks back to give us his best advice.
Landing a job in the arts
There are lots of industry job opportunities beyond actually producing art. Sam Grover caught up with Elizabeth Swinburn to find out her experience of how these careers can work.
Frightened of funding applications?
Creative New Zealand’s newest recruits come laden with advice on how artists can play to their strengths. They share their insights with India Essuah.