Swanning around
Swanning around
A collection of Crown Lynn swans has dominated Dunedin artist Rod Eales’ work of late, she tells Rebecca Fox.
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Empowering women inspiring
Empowering women inspiring
Abby Howells’ love of music and theatre has led to some difficult times, but discovering the bravery of female performers who have gone before her has given her direction.
Artists in the pink
Artists in the pink
Dunedin’s Fringe Festival aims to bring experimental contemporary art to a wider audience, so the Otago Art Society has embraced an age-old practice with a twist in its latest exhibition, ‘‘The Nude’’.
The power of laughter
The power of laughter
The power of humour and laughter is immeasurable when treating any sort of illness. Actor Lisa Brickell is harnessing that ‘‘power’’ to raise awareness of post-natal depression. Rebecca Fox reports.
Art inspired by design
Art inspired by design
Fashion designers from around the world have taken on the challenge of working ‘‘tiny’’ in a collaboration with Dunedin art gallery Gallery De Novo.
Scottish chef living his dream
Scottish chef living his dream
David Burt’s passion for his birthplace is evident as soon as he starts talking. Rebecca Fox talks to the new owner of Bracken and finds his passion for Scottish-inspired food is still going strong.
Passion for pianos
Passion for pianos
There are not many genres of piano music Jan Preston has not attempted. The Australian-based Kiwi pianist tells Rebecca Fox about her love for the piano and her home country.
'Blackbird' Bjork
'Blackbird' Bjork
A cello can be a great percussion instrument and the bass clarinet can squawk like a didgeridoo under the hands of musicians in the Blackbird Ensemble.
Taking it to the 'big wall'
Taking it to the 'big wall'
A fascination with artist Colin McCahon's "missing hours" has led Auckland artist John Reynolds to take on a large-scale project at the Dunedin Public Art Gallery.
Lauding musical talent
Lauding musical talent
In its 2019 Concert Series, the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra is celebrating its relationship with the University of Otago, which is marking its 150th. Rebecca Fox talks to the stars of this year’s programme.
Contrast makes dance dynamic
Contrast makes dance dynamic
They may come from different countries and different backgrounds, but those involved in Hemispheres share a passion for dance. Rebecca Fox talks to the dancers.
Classic still resonating
Classic still resonating
Dunedin’s Globe theatre tackles an American classic in Death of a Salesman, in the play’s 70th anniversary year. Rebecca Fox discovers a cast and crew passionate about the play.
Behind closed doors
Behind closed doors
Dunedin’s Fringe Festival is an ideal opportunity for emerging artists to test their ideas and mettle. Rebecca Fox talks to first-time playwright Ruth Carraway.
Fellow's connections with city in works
Fellow's connections with city in works
Louise Menzies’ time as the Frances Hodgkins Fellow has come to an end but her work from the past year is just coming alive on the walls of the Hocken Gallery.
Better understanding fills classical concerts
Better understanding fills classical concerts
Visiting New Zealand for the first time, pianist Catherine Geels could not let the opportunity to see what is believed to be the world’s longest piano in Dunedin go by, she tells Rebecca Fox.
Creating connections
Creating connections
Bringing together different aspects of life and people is symbolised in Jenny Hjertquist's latest work, the inaugural commission for the Otago Polytechnic's "Four Plinths" project, discovers...
Carving out a key discussion
Carving out a key discussion
Colac Bay carver James York headed to the Antarctic yesterday to help put the finishing touches on one of the first examples of traditional Maori carving on the continent. He spoke to Rebecca Fox...
Aiming for a 'loud silent presence'
Aiming for a 'loud silent presence'
Dunedin-based artist Saskia Leek likes to visit the same territory repeatedly. She tells Rebecca Fox why she is attracted to the simple.
Simple tips to make school lunches easier
Simple tips to make school lunches easier
As everyone settles into their school routines, the reality of preparing school lunches every day hits. Rebecca Fox takes a look at some of the options.
Flavours of childhood
Flavours of childhood
Growing up in Argentina with Italian family heritage, it's not surprising Pablo Tacchini became a chef. The Beef + Lamb ambassador chef tells Rebecca Fox it's taken a lot of hard work to get to this point.