Is Funding Hitting the Mark?
It's been a huge week for the arts - with big money moves in mentoring and accessibility. This week's arts news bulletin delves into how the sector's COVID recovery plan is playing out.
Three Women on Two Ladies
The Big Idea got a trio of its strongest minded writers together to discuss the uneasy themes brought up in ATC's latest production.
EXCLUSIVE: Creative Spaces $18 Million Cash Injection
We reveal an announcement that could change the lives of many New Zealanders - and knock down barriers of participation to the arts.
Art of the Impossible: International Collaboration During COVID
An Australian company collaborating with New Zealand creatives explain how their production is forging ahead despite the tyranny of pandemic era travel.
Why it’s Time to Open Up to New Art
Last week's brief Lockdown was a reminder not to take our creative offerings and artists for granted. We lay the challenge to mainstream media and point you in the right direction.
$4 Million Investment in Advancing Creative Careers
Find out how to apply for creative career support - breaking news heralding a new initiative.
Walking the Path to Wider Inclusion
Is being allies enough? In this week's Lowdown, Dina Jezdic checks out the vibrant and diverse cultural happenings and movements that are uplifting our communities.
Hybrid 'Game-Changer'
Annual highlight the PANNZ Arts Market is going digital next week. Find out how you can be involved for free - and have your work seen around the world.
What Latest COVID Level Changes Mean to the Arts
The Big Idea has reached out to artists and organisers across Aotearoa to find out what impact this lockdown is set to have - and how prepared we are.
How to Embrace Criticism When Your Ideas are Unconventional
Persevering through rejection is vital for successful artists but they are even more important when your ideas are outside of the box.
Rena Owen: Breathe
One of Aotearoa's most respected performing artists has a simple - but crucial - piece of advice that could shift how you approach your creativity.
New Works, Old Controversies
New performance companies are backing local talent, while one of NZ's best known explains their link to a disgraced choreographer in this week's packed arts news bulletin.