Arts
Kiwi-born actress makes history with Emmy win
"I was crying before my name was announced, I am a mess today," the Japanese Shōgun star said.
Te Kawau ki Tai | Episode 1: Māhuhu o te Rangi
We look back on Māhuhu o te Rangi (Aotearoa’s largest waka taua), its voyages on the Waitematā, and its place within the iwi. Video
Te Kawau ki Tai | Episode 2: The Build
We explore the build itself from the first sketch on the rākau to the final chisel strike. It will be based in Whangārei, where master carver and waka builder Heemi Eruera will work his magic. Video
Te Kawau ki Tai | Episode 3: Ngā Kaihoe
As important as the waka taua is the kaihoe who will man it. We follow them as they prepare for this momentous occasion, starting with land training, involving learning haka, ngeri, and technique. Video
Te Kawau ki Tai | Episode 4: Ngā Wāhine
Wāhine play a critical role in whānau, hapu, and iwi as whare tangata (procreators) and whare matauranga (repositories of knowledge) -- but what role do they have in waka taua? Video
Te Kawau ki Tai | Episode 5: The Final Stages
We will join Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei in the final stage of their preparations for the launch that will bring all the elements of the waka journey together. Video
Te Kawau ki Tai | Episode 6: Te Whakarewatanga
History will be made as Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei launch their new waka tauā on the Waitematā. Video
Arts News: a giant teardrop, an enormous road cone and a new home for dance
Arts news for 15 September 2024. Audio
Songs based on poems inspired by films: Bill Direen’s Dustbin of Empathy
He's reached that stage of getting called a legend of the underground and certainly, Bill Direen is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most singular, long serving and distinctive poets and musicians. His… Audio
From SpongeBob to Lord of the Rings: Why are we so successful composing for film?
An area of Aotearoa New Zealand arts getting major global reach right now is music and sound for film.
Culture 101 brought together three composers and musicians making inroads in this field to talk… Video, Audio
Regional Wrap: Waitohi Picton
A gateway to Te Wai Pounamu and the Marlborough Sounds, Picton has the capacity to surprise travellers with the range of cultural experiences on offer.
It’s the destination for this week’s Culture… Audio
Putting the real-life stories of migrant workers on stage
550 migrants or their advocates laid complaints last month. It comes as less than 2000 overseas workers arrive. Meanwhile Immigration New Zealand reports they have revoked the accreditation of 500… Audio
The 'invisible void' on its way to Wellington's waterfront
KIMI/You Are Here, a large teardrop-shaped sculpture, will "invite viewers to seek it out".
In pictures: The best space photos of 2024
A New Zealand teenager's shot of the Milky Way is among the winning images from the Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, revealed by the Royal Observatory in London.
The Mixtape: Musician and entertainer Anika Moa
Our guest on the RNZ Mixtape is broadcaster, singer and author Anika Moa. Starting her music career over 20 years ago, Anika is one of Aotearoa's most loved musicians. She has written some of our… Audio
Noted Taranaki philanthropist George Mason dies
George Mason provided millions of dollars for scholarships and grants in the arts and environment.
Unlocking Creative Freedom: Jon Hopkins
UK sound artist Jon Hopkins draws inspiration from Ecuadorian caves and Edinburgh ice rinks to stages across the globe, drawing inspiration for his music from these diverse environments. Hopkin's… Audio
It Ends With Us ends with drama
The film has been a box office hit, despite - or maybe thanks to - the off-screen feud.
This Weekend: The Otago Slam Poetry Champs
MC Amy Grace Laura joins Emile Donovan. Audio
Rangatahi Māori launch 'musical assault' on colonisation
Theia's latest waiata is "a call to action", and it's not the only one. Video, Audio
