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1.00 Clare Hammond

UK pianist Clare Hammond

UK pianist Clare Hammond Photo: Julie Kim

British pianist Clare Hammond recently made her film debut as the younger version of Maggie Smith's character, 'Miss Shepherd', in the Alan Bennett film adaptation The Lady in the Van, directed by Nick Hytner. Clare talks about the challenges of playing for the camera and the technique she's learned to control her  performance anxiety.

1.20 David Alsop

One of the many images captured by photographer Ans Westra during her 59 year career.

One of the many images captured by photographer Ans Westra during her 59 year career. Photo: Supplied

David Alsop previews several new exhibitions: Frida Kahlo: Her Photos at Te Manawa Museum in Palmerston North; Fiona Pardington: A Beautiful Hesitation; the latest offerings from Wellington artist Rob McLeod; and Ans Westra who celebrates her 80th birthday with a new photography exhibition.  

1.40 Opera in Schools

Members of New Zealand Opera answer questions from school children.

Members of New Zealand Opera answer questions from school children. Photo: Supplied

New Zealand Opera has started touring to schools around the country, taking the art form to students of all ages. Juliette Sivertsen joined the crew for their first day on the road, starting at Auckland's Matipo Primary School.