August 9, 2013

SWANZ AWARDS FOR 2013 The New Zealand Writers Guild (NZWG) are very pleased to announce the winners of the Script Writers Awards New Zealand (SWANZ) Awards for 2013. Congratulations to…

SWANZ AWARDS FOR 2013 The New Zealand Writers Guild (NZWG) are very pleased to announce the winners of the Script Writers Awards New Zealand (SWANZ) Awards for 2013. Congratulations to all the winners!

August 2, 2013

THE ACTORS’ PROGRAM FREE INFO DAY, 11/8 Are you considering applying for The Actors’ Program in 2014? Come along to our Free Info Day and find out more! Sunday 11th…

THE ACTORS’ PROGRAM FREE INFO DAY, 11/8 Are you considering applying for The Actors' Program in 2014? Come along to our Free Info Day and find out more! Sunday 11th August, 1pm - 3pm at TAPAC, 100 Motions Road, Western Springs

July 31, 2013

ARTS ACCESS AOTEROA BIG ‘A’ AWARD RECIPIENT PUSHES THE BOUNDARIES By Faye DrawneekFor Auckland composer, musician, sound designer and director Andrew McMillan, music is about a shared original experience. “It’s…

ARTS ACCESS AOTEROA BIG ‘A’ AWARD RECIPIENT PUSHES THE BOUNDARIES By Faye Drawneek For Auckland composer, musician, sound designer and director Andrew McMillan, music is about a shared original experience. “It’s about people and instruments and things together, making sound in places together.” In a ceremony in the Banquet Hall of Parliament on Tuesday 30 July, Andrew was presented the Big ‘A’ Artistic Achievement Award 2013, which recognises the achievements and contribution of a disabled artist. The judges said: “Andrew epitomises excellence. He has already made a significant contribution to New Zealand’s artistic landscape and is continuing to push the boundaries.”

July 29, 2013

Creative NZ: Arts Council of New Zealand Toi Aoteroa PUBLIC CONSULTATION FOR NEW STRATEGIC PLAN Tēnā koe Following on from targeted consultation in 2012, Creative New Zealand has developed a…

Creative NZ: Arts Council of New Zealand Toi Aoteroa PUBLIC CONSULTATION FOR NEW STRATEGIC PLAN Tēnā koe Following on from targeted consultation in 2012, Creative New Zealand has developed a draft Strategic Plan 2013-16 for public consultation. The public consultation process provides New Zealanders with the opportunity to give their views on the strategic direction of Creative New Zealand.

July 29, 2013

DOWNSTAGE THEATRE 50TH ANNIVERSARY CALL FOR PROPOSALS Downstage is turning 50! We want to celebrate the future. And we want you to show us what Downstage means to you, our…

DOWNSTAGE THEATRE 50TH ANNIVERSARY CALL FOR PROPOSALS Downstage is turning 50! We want to celebrate the future. And we want you to show us what Downstage means to you, our audiences and the future of theatre in New Zealand.

July 25, 2013

CREATIVE NEW ZEALAND WELLINGTON OFFICE CLOSED Creative New Zealand 22 Jul. 2013 Due to the earthquakes our Wellington office is closed until further notice. Below is some important information for…

CREATIVE NEW ZEALAND WELLINGTON OFFICE CLOSED Creative New Zealand 22 Jul. 2013 Due to the earthquakes our Wellington office is closed until further notice. Below is some important information for people applying for funding or contacting Wellington based staff.

July 25, 2013

WRITING THE ARTS – THE EXPLANATORY WORD – Oct 2013 The Michael King Writers’ Centre is calling for applications for its fifth residential workshop, which is on the subject of…

WRITING THE ARTS - THE EXPLANATORY WORD - Oct 2013 The Michael King Writers' Centre is calling for applications for its fifth residential workshop, which is on the subject of writing about the arts. The workshop will be a high-level, symposium-style seminar featuring leading writers and thinkers, all of whom are experts in their fields. It will be open to 24 participants, providing the opportunity for interactive presentations and discussions.

July 24, 2013

The New Zealand Writers Guild is pleased to announce the finalists for the Script Writer Awards New Zealand – SWANZ – 2013. FINALISTS:

The New Zealand Writers Guild is pleased to announce the finalists for the Script Writer Awards New Zealand – SWANZ – 2013. FINALISTS:

July 23, 2013

CREATIVE NEW ZEALAND COMMITS $4.5 MILLION TO AUCKLAND WATERFRONT THEATRE PROJECT Creative New Zealand will invest a total of $4.5 million to help realise the new Waterfront Theatre Project in…

CREATIVE NEW ZEALAND COMMITS $4.5 MILLION TO AUCKLAND WATERFRONT THEATRE PROJECT Creative New Zealand will invest a total of $4.5 million to help realise the new Waterfront Theatre Project in central Auckland's Wynyard Quarter. The new, international-standard centre for performing arts will be integrated with the new ASB head office complex and become the permanent home of Auckland Theatre Company (ATC). The centre will include a 600-seat theatre and access to a 200-seat auditorium within the ASB development.

July 18, 2013

SUMMER SHAKESPEARE WELLINGTON 2014 Macbeth will be directed by Sarah Delahunty The following positions are now advertised on The Big Idea: Production Manager (paid)Stage Manager (paid)Set Designer (unpaid).

SUMMER SHAKESPEARE WELLINGTON 2014 Macbeth will be directed by Sarah Delahunty The following positions are now advertised on The Big Idea: Production Manager (paid) Stage Manager (paid) Set Designer (unpaid).

July 16, 2013

Help send Echolalia to the Edinburgh Festival – Fundraiser, Sun 21 July 11.30am, Paramount Theatre – Invite youtr friends

Help send Echolalia to the Edinburgh Festival - Fundraiser, Sun 21 July 11.30am, Paramount Theatre - Invite youtr friends

July 10, 2013

Register for YOUNG and HUNGRY in AUCKLAND Young and Hungry is back in Auckland! The Basement Theatre, in association with the Young and Hungry Arts Trust, is excited to have…

Register for YOUNG and HUNGRY in AUCKLAND Young and Hungry is back in Auckland! The Basement Theatre, in association with the Young and Hungry Arts Trust, is excited to have the Young and Hungry vibe return to its stages.

July 9, 2013

The Royal NZ Ballet celebrates 60 years of being a company

The Royal NZ Ballet celebrates 60 years of being a company

July 4, 2013

Richard Campion, known to most as Dick, has died in Wellington in his 90th year. He spend the past couple of months at Sprott House in Karori and although suffering…

Richard Campion, known to most as Dick, has died in Wellington in his 90th year. He spend the past couple of months at Sprott House in Karori and although suffering an “interesting” form of dementia (as described by his second wife, Judith), he remained active, taking daily walks and enjoying life in his inimitable way despite his increasing fragility. His daughters Anna and Jane, and son Michael, had all been to visit very recently and he succumbed to pneumonia on Tuesday (2nd July).

June 24, 2013

TOI PONEKE ADMINISTRATOR Hours: 30 hours per week Great opportunities to gain breadth of experience in arts administration and facilities management.Would attract someone who enjoys a wide variety of tasks…

TOI PONEKE ADMINISTRATOR Hours: 30 hours per week Great opportunities to gain breadth of experience in arts administration and facilities management. Would attract someone who enjoys a wide variety of tasks and is able to be autonomous. Gain understanding of the relationships with arts organizations and work in a positive creative environment.

June 21, 2013

PLAYMARKET: PLAYS FOR THE YOUNG COMPETITION DEADLINE 31 JULY 2013. Playmarket wants to encourage strong, original and inventive writing for young people both from those new to writing for the…

PLAYMARKET: PLAYS FOR THE YOUNG COMPETITION DEADLINE 31 JULY 2013. Playmarket wants to encourage strong, original and inventive writing for young people both from those new to writing for the young, and the experienced.

June 19, 2013

2013 CHRISTCHURCH ARTS FESTIVAL PROGRAMME UNVEILED The full programme for the 2013 Christchurch Arts Festival has been released featuring more than 50 events spread across five weeks from 22 August…

2013 CHRISTCHURCH ARTS FESTIVAL PROGRAMME UNVEILED The full programme for the 2013 Christchurch Arts Festival has been released featuring more than 50 events spread across five weeks from 22 August to 22 September.

June 17, 2013

AUDIENCE SURVEY HIGHLIGHTS POPULARITY AND ECONOMIC BENEFIT OF FESTIVAL OF COLOUR Findings from a detailed audience survey conducted by the Southern Lakes Festival of Colour emphasise the enduring popularity of…

AUDIENCE SURVEY HIGHLIGHTS POPULARITY AND ECONOMIC BENEFIT OF FESTIVAL OF COLOUR Findings from a detailed audience survey conducted by the Southern Lakes Festival of Colour emphasise the enduring popularity of the biennial celebration of art, music, theatre and conversation as well as the important economic benefit it brings to the region.

June 13, 2013

AUT TO PARTNER WITH ATC IN A NEW ZEALAND FIRST AUT University is investing $5 million in the Waterfront Theatre Project at Auckland’s Wynyard Quarter’s Innovation Precinct. The new partnership…

AUT TO PARTNER WITH ATC IN A NEW ZEALAND FIRST AUT University is investing $5 million in the Waterfront Theatre Project at Auckland's Wynyard Quarter's Innovation Precinct. The new partnership with Auckland Theatre Company (ATC), whereby AUT will own 15% of the limited liability company established to develop, own and maintain the new theatre, is the first of its kind in New Zealand.

May 31, 2013

INSPIRING A NEW INDUSTRY: ARTS IN THE WELLINGTON REGION A FORUM TO DISCUSS COLLABORATION IN THE ARTS IN THE WELLINGTON REGION Can we do for the region’s arts industry what…

INSPIRING A NEW INDUSTRY: ARTS IN THE WELLINGTON REGION A FORUM TO DISCUSS COLLABORATION IN THE ARTS IN THE WELLINGTON REGION Can we do for the region’s arts industry what has been achieved for New Zealand’s wine industry?

May 16, 2013

MAIDMENT UPDATE (and other matters) FROM THE AUCKLAND THEATRE COMPANY We have been advised by the University of Auckland that they are driving their contractors to have the Maidment Theatre…

MAIDMENT UPDATE (and other matters) FROM THE AUCKLAND THEATRE COMPANY We have been advised by the University of Auckland that they are driving their contractors to have the Maidment Theatre repaired by the end of June. If this time frame is achieved, which we have every reason to believe it will be, the season of The Heretic and The Lion Foundation season of Lord of the Flies will go ahead as scheduled.

May 9, 2013

The annual PLAYMARKET PLAYWRIGHTS b4 25 competition challenges young playwrights (ages 24 and under)to write aboutanything that matters to them in any way they like, for any kind of audience…

The annual PLAYMARKET PLAYWRIGHTS b4 25 competition challenges young playwrights (ages 24 and under)to write aboutanything that matters to them in any way they like, for any kind of audience they like.

May 7, 2013

EIGHT WEEK COURSE & THEATRE PRODUCTION ACTING CLASSES & FILM PROJECT When: Monday and Wednesdays; 6.30pm – 9.30pm.Term Two: Monday 27th May – Monday 22nd July.Where: Raye Freedman Arts Centre,…

EIGHT WEEK COURSE & THEATRE PRODUCTION ACTING CLASSES & FILM PROJECT When: Monday and Wednesdays; 6.30pm – 9.30pm. Term Two: Monday 27th May – Monday 22nd July. Where: Raye Freedman Arts Centre, Epsom Girls Grammar, Auckland. Fee: $825 (Payment options available and Early Bird Discount of $775).