Christchurch Arts Festival 2017
Slice of Kiwi History revisited
A classic Kiwi book has been modernised thanks to playwright and actor Arthur Meek. Erewhon Revisited revamps the famous Samuel Butler satire about life on a back country sheep station. Meek tells the… Audio
NZDC’s Provocative and poetic performance
The New Zealand Dance Company is touring The Absurdity of Humanity to the regions. Described as “provocative and poetic” by NZDC’s artistic director Shona McCullagh, it will challenge the audience’s… Audio
Christchurch Arts Festival has flair
The Christchurch Arts Festival is underway bringing the city’s creative streak to the fore. Reviewer Tony Ryan has attended a few events, including the Michael Houstoun /Bella Hristova Beethoven mini… Audio
Dating, dinosaurs and David Lange – the musicals
An original New Zealand musical is about to be unleashed on the world. The Things Between Us, written by Cantabrian composer, conductor and lyricist Luke di Somma is an intimate, boutique musical… Audio
Voices sing up to open Chch Arts Festival
Ravil Atlas is descended from the Tartars and like his ancestors he takes chances. He moved to New Zealand from San Francisco, and has used his own Broadway and Opera singing experiences to establish… Audio