Do You Give A D.A.M.N.?
A new arts activist group is finding its voice - we talk to those at the helm about what they're looking to achieve, the current state for independent artists and what they want funders to hear.
How To Make A Comeback After You’re Forced To Stop
Injury can be a really abstract concept but an all too common occurrence in some creative professions. Here is how to ‘get over that hill’ and nail your return.
How To Be Part Of TBI's Summer Guide 2022/23
See what's happening across the motu this summer
Arts Advocacy Tool Launched To Achieve "Long-Term Change"
We hear from one of the architects of a creative advocacy guide on what needs to happen to make a positive impact, the importance of a collective voice and the right narrative.
Lowdown: Truth And Consequences Revealed
A packed arts news bulletin covers a funding success that raises more questions than answers, an impacted organisation breaks its silence and we name another that's closing its doors for good.
CNZ React To Government Decision To Fund Shakespeare Globe Centre NZ
The Government steps in to stop the curtain falling on a formerly CNZ funded programme - we have the details the leading arts funding organisation's swift response.
How To Successfully Pitch Your Project To Streaming Services - Expert Advice
The Big Idea speaks to one of Netflix's most influential contributors to find out what you need to get noticed - ahead of his appearance at this week's Semi Permanent Aotearoa.
Art Chemist - A Prescription For Aotearoa
Performance artist Audrey Baldwin has taken to dishing out artistic endeavours as cures for what ails us - she shares her creative tonics with The Big Idea.
There's A Tuesday - Here Are Rising Stars
On the eve of the Silver Scrolls, The Big Idea's Chris Forster talks to the two frontwomen of the indie band battling the big names for Aotearoa's top songwriting prize.
Trust Your Gut Instinct
One of the international speakers coming to this week's Semi Permanent Aotearoa highlights the importance of sticking up for yourself and other important tips for creative success.
Funding Gone - Pride Remains
Nathan Joe is not anyone's victim. He eloquently and openly explains how the loss of funding impacts his role as Auckland Pride Creative Director and how he still has hope for the future.
Build It Up, Tear It Down, Leave Town?
The creative community is under the microscope with major questions raised, key steps underway to help artists get a leg up, big winners and a major departure in the Lowdown.