Opinions & Analysis
How did NZ's creative community fare in the Ardern era?
Andrew Wood reflects on what was achieved in NZ's Arts, Culture & Heritage portfolio under Jacinda Ardern.
Has Kusama sold out to Louis Vuitton?
Commercially opportunistic or creative win? Kusama and Louis Vuitton collaboration under fire.
Trove’s funding runs out in July 2023 – it’s time for a radical overhaul
The free online service deserves government investment that recognises its value, say Mike Jones and Deb Verhoeven.
Developing a culture of arts philanthropy
Policy-makers and arts organisations must consider how to encourage next-generation philanthropy.
New Year creative reset
It's time to practise radical self-compassion and care. These tips should help you do just that.
Enough with the selfies; look at the art
US museum guard Dereck Stafford Mangus urges museum goers to put their phones down, just for a minute.
An open letter to reviewers, critics and editors
I’m Cessalee: a Black woman, DEI consultant, director and performer, arts audience member, and advocate for a better industry –…
What our opera companies have on offer in 2023
Two Wagner Ring Cycles, First Nations and new commissioned works, plus a Gilbert and Sullivan festival, offer some diverse opera…
Why is TV so much better than film at video game adaptations?
Making a film is already difficult enough and it’s even more of an uphill struggle for a video game film…
The 10 best Australian films of 2022 … maybe
What were the best homegrown films of 2022? And which one triumphed in spite of a 'turdsome turn' by Hollywood…