Medieval tones, art in focus
Medieval tones, art in focus
Dunedin early music ensemble Rare Byrds will present a short concert in collaboration with the "Paradise of the Imagination" exhibition at Dunedin Public Art Gallery this weekend.
Arts
Bill Bailey makes his return to Dunedin with new show
Bill Bailey makes his return to Dunedin with new show
While completing a West End run, British comedian and musician Bill Bailey heard a passing comment that it was like watching a vaudeville show.
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Creatives share art in exhibition
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Creatives share art in exhibition
Stalwarts of Dunedin’s artistic community for many years, Kobi Bosshard and Patricia Bosshard-Browne have recently shared their art collection
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Sharing the excitement
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Sharing the excitement
Former University of Otago-trained pharmacist turned best-selling author Olivia Spooner has a soft spot for Otago so is looking forward to sharing the release of her latest novel
Art seen: October 30
Art seen: October 30
By James Dignan
Wallpaper provides inspiration for artist
Wallpaper provides inspiration for artist
One artist is asking patrons of the Southland Arts Trail 2025 to go off the beaten track to view her wallpaper-inspired works inside an empty Wyndham house.
Album reviews
Album reviews
Bruce Springsteen released a curveball in 1982: a bleak, bare-bones record made up of acoustic home demos.
New arts fellows chosen
New arts fellows chosen
The University of Otago Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka Arts Fellows have been selected for 2026.
Poetry published
Poetry published
Heinke Matheson (left) hands the Rev Sarah Mitchell a copy of Here I Belong, a collection of poems by her late husband, Dr Peter Matheson, at the book’s launch last Wednesday at Knox Church.
Politics, power dynamics themes in authors’ books
Politics, power dynamics themes in authors’ books
The big-picture politics of the powerful can often descend into eye-opening farce.
Art on display in ‘interesting homes’
Art on display in ‘interesting homes’
Supportive Dunedin homeowners have opened their homes to visitors in support of an art exhibition and sale with a difference.
Art seen: October 23
Art seen: October 23
By James Dignan
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Joy where Medieval, modern meet
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Joy where Medieval, modern meet
Having the opportunity to curate her own exhibition as Dunedin Public Art Gallery Ihupukutaka Kairauhī Curatorial Intern enticed Dr Anya Samarasinghe from ...
Capturing soul of a place in picture
Capturing soul of a place in picture
A New Zealand photographer known for his detailed shots of forgotten buildings across the country has completed a 10-day stint in Gore.
Year of wins marked by concert
Year of wins marked by concert
After a very successful year, St Kilda Brass will present its final concert for 2025 next week.
Baroque delight of viols, harpsichord
Baroque delight of viols, harpsichord
A large audience was fascinated by a glimpse into the soundtrack to life in the French royal court through "An evening at Versailles", a concert of Baroque music.
City’s future vocal stars showcase their chops
City’s future vocal stars showcase their chops
Dunedin boutique opera company The Little Box of Operas (Inc) presents "A Little Box of Songs"
Busy as ever making music in community
Busy as ever making music in community
Stalwart local singer, conductor and musical director Nancy Miller is dedicated to supporting community music-making
Art seen: October 16
Art seen: October 16
By Laura Elliott
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Fascinated by writing
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Fascinated by writing
Recently back from sharing his poetry with audiences at the Edinburgh International Book Festival, Auckland award-winning writer Dominic Hoey is heading to the Dunedin Writers and Readers...