Winners of 2007 Wallace Art Awards announced
Dunedin artist James Robinson has been announced as the Paramount winner of the prestigious 2007 Wallace Art Award, while Nelson artist Lianne Edwards picked up the Development Award. James Wallace,…
In the forums this week
Two heads are better than one: in Network Space this week, a lyricist is looking for a songwriter/composer to collaborate with, and a Dutch artist recently settled in Lower Hutt is hoping to find…
Les Miserables performed by New Zealand's up and coming actors
Les Miserables, one of the world's great literary classics, has been filmed several times and for more than 20 years has been a smash-hit international pop-opera.
Family provides inspiration for 2007 Photographer of the Year
Lyttelton photographer Dean Mackenzie has been named Photographer of the Year at the 2007 Epson/NZIPP Iris Professional Photography Awards. His winning portfolio included striking portraits of his…
TBI Q&A: Candy la Coque of the Real Hot Bitches
Though many of us have nothing but bad memories of the Lycra-clad '80s, the Real Hot Bitches embrace the era with an enthusiasm bordering on obsession. Founded in August 2005 by 'Bitch-Mistress'…
Going West Books & Writers Festival 2007
The Going West Books & Writers Festival 2007 is happening from Friday 14 - Sunday 16 September at the Titirangi War Memorial Hall. The theme? 'Food for Thought'. Featured events include a reading…
Leading philanthropist dies aged 84
Philanthropist Sir Roy McKenzie died yesterday at age 84 in his hometown of Wellington. "Sir Roy truly embodied philanthropy - where it is not just about giving, it is also about a generosity of…
Exhibitions by Clinton Phillips and Videotage at City Art Rooms
Two new exhibitions open at City Art Rooms on 4 September.
City Gallery Wellington pays tribute to arts patron
Sir James Fletcher, who in 1962 founded the art collection that bears his name, passed away at his home in Auckland on Wednesday 29 August. The Fletcher Trust Collection's exhibition Te…
New work by Luise Fong at Tinakori Gallery
A shift in artistic focus can be seen in Luise Fong's new body of work, which goes on display at Wellington's Tinakori Gallery from 6 September. The paintings in Orientation reflect a fusion of…
Finalists announced for Deutz Fashion Design Ambassador Award
Eight finalists have been selected from this year's field of Deutz Fashion Design Ambassador Award entrants. "I was impressed with the level of entries," says fashion designer and judge Cybele Wiren.…
The Katy Soljak Band to play Auckland gig
The Katy Soljak Band is playing at The Dogs Bollix in Newton on Sunday 9 September.