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  • Nathan Joe's Biggest Moment...So Far

    One of the rising stars of Aotearoa theatre talks about what his groundbreaking show Scenes From A Yellow Peril means in his promising career and why its kaupapa is so important.
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  • How To Win $25K Award - By Those That Already Have

    It's an opportunity too good to pass up - The Big Idea speaks to three former winners of the CLNZ/NZSA Writers' Award for tips on what got their projects across the line.
    Arts Smarts

  • Professional Services Directory

    The Big Idea's collection of professional arts and creativity services is here to help connect your practice or organisation with the right tools to succeed.
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  • Matariki Guide 2022

    Find out what's happening around the motu as Aotearoa's creative community takes its chance to shine in the glow of Matariki and its debut as a public holiday.
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Featured Jobs

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Copyright Licensing New Zealand
Chief Executive
Provide visionary, strategic and operational leadership
Region:
Auckland
Closes:
22 Jul 2022
opportunity
Christchurch City Council
Pourataki - Curator Māori
Reporting directly to the Lead Curator, the successful candidate will research, develop and deliver innovative and scholarly exhibitions.
Region:
Canterbury
Closes:
10 Jul 2022
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Art and Object Ltd
Assistant Manager
Art+Object is looking for a friendly professional to join our front of house team
Region:
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Stories

  • Leadership Crisis Or Dawn Of New Era? TBI Investigates

    There is a flood of experience, knowledge and talent leaving key roles in the creative sector - some leaving the industry or country. We get insight into what's happening and what's next.
    Feature

  • Leaving Legacies That Last

    Flames that burn bright and long can change the creative community - a packed Lowdown looks at champions, important issues, survey results and latest award opportunities.
    The Lowdown

  • Reflections on Toi Te Kupu - Day Two

    How does a Wānanga work when it feels under Western time constraints? Jack Gray gives his reflections on the second half of the pricey but passionate event held ahead of Matariki.
    Feature

  • 'Impact Of Creativity In Our Communities Is Under Threat'

    A group of creative supporters are appealing for help as they look to build impenetrable data to force change to one of the biggest issues facing struggling artists.
    Feature

  • Inside The Toi Māori Wānanga Most Couldn't Afford

    How important was the kaupapa discussed at the highly priced Wānanga? Hugely respected Māori creative Jack Gray gives a comprehensive insight into Toi Te Kupu | Whakaahuatanga 2022
    Feature

  • How Creative Input Can Be A Game-Changer In Schools

    Giving back to your community is often the goal of many creatives - getting paid for it can now be a reality. We explore the many rewards of the Creatives in Schools programme.
    Feature

  • Theatre I.N.C. - A Wero For Stage Productions

    A veteran of Aotearoa theatre is concerned - his opinion culminates in a challenge for theatre makers across the country.
    Soapbox

  • Questions That Deserve Answers

    Challenging positions and issues is at the core of art - we get the Lowdown on the controversies in the spotlight, big steps in young creative careers in our arts news bulletin.
    The Lowdown

  • Not A-Mused: Has Half Million Dollar 'Innovation' Proved Its Worth?

    Narrative Muse's half million dollars of funding brings with it a deserved microscope - Andrew Wood gives his thoughts on if it's delivering for NZ creatives and audiences.
    Soapbox

  • 'Do You Want The Good News Or The Bad News?'

    Indian Ink Co-founder Jacob Rajan is a master in storytelling. So he's got creative in working out what he'd say to his 22-year-old self.
    Advice to My 22-Year-Old Self

  • Changing Of The Guard

    The departure of key figures in the creative community continues - The Lowdown looks at who's going where, what events are inspiring underrepresented communities and the latest accolades.
    The Lowdown

  • 'Making Is Thinking'

    Molly Morpeth Canaday winner Melissa McMahon talks about career reinvention and how picking a hands-on course made all the difference.
    Feature

  • Devoted To Making A Difference - Huge Creative Impact On Queen's Birthday Honours List

    It's not all about the big names - The Big Idea dives deep into the 2022 list to honour 37 creatives from across Aotearoa who deserve their time in the spotlight.
    Feature

  • Confronting The "Bleak Midwinter" Facing Creativity

    Opinions are flying over the current state of the government arts funding after CNZ's latest announcement. Leading arts writer Andrew Wood gives his list on what needs to happen next.
    Soapbox

  • 'Culture Is On The Budgetary Margins' - Breaking Down Creative NZ's Investment Approach

    A chain of events is underway that will shape how CNZ supports the creative community - we get the Lowdown and reaction on some big funding announcements.
    The Lowdown

  • Outspoken & Outstanding: Tami Neilson Lets Rip

    Aotearoa music's staunchest advocate for equality is getting ready to reveal her latest - and possibly greatest - album. Chris Forster finds out what makes this creative talent tick.
    Feature

  • Research Grant Backs Diversity, Provides Validation

    Do you have a story, a voice that needs to be heard? Find out from two CLNZ/NZSA research grant recipients have that extra encouragement made a big difference.
    Feature

  • High Notes And Humour

    Everyone loves a laugh - and the mixture of music and comedy can bring unbridled laughter. Ben Jardine asks some local exponents what makes it work.
    Feature

  • 'Make The Truth Visible, Injustice Accountable'

    Get the Lowdown on projects decades in the making hitting NZ audiences, key departures, big names' big news and history-making winners in the creative community..
    The Lowdown

  • Inside Shortland Street - NZ's Most Influential Production

    It's provided hundreds of thousands of jobs for Aotearoa's creative sector - we look at the huge impact of the most important 'training ground' for NZ's Film & TV industry.
    Feature

  • Is Your Creative Block Really A Log Jam?

    Are you misdiagnosing your struggle for creative inspiration? Verity Johnson has an important revelation for you.
    Arts Smarts

  • Small Halls, Big Impact

    The Big Idea catches up with the man revitalising Aotearoa's community halls with an injection of creativity.
    Feature

  • Dreams Die Hard - Creative Patience Rewarded

    Get the Lowdown on what it's taken to get one of NZ's biggest productions back on stage, the latest creative winners and top talking points within the sector.
    The Lowdown

  • The 7" Re-Revolution

    The humble vinyl single is making an unlikely comeback in New Zealand, instigated by three motivated, experienced players in the music scene.
    Feature

  • Level Up Or Lip Service?

    Supporting local artists is more important than ever - are you walk the walk during New Zealand Music Month?
    Feature

  • $500,000 Investment In Pasifika Storytelling

    A "ground-breaking" new initiative from two key agencies is set to open new doors and create opportunities that bring creatives in Aotearoa and the Pacific Islands together.
    Feature
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Jobs

  • Chief Executive

    Provide visionary, strategic and operational leadership
    Auckland
    07/22/2022

  • Pourataki - Curator Māori

    Reporting directly to the Lead Curator, the successful candidate will research, develop and deliver innovative and scholarly exhibitions.
    Canterbury
    07/10/2022

  • Assistant Manager

    Art+Object is looking for a friendly professional to join our front of house team
    Auckland
    07/22/2022
  • Waitākere Arts - CALL FOR ENTRY - The Trusts 35th Arts Exhibition

    CALL FOR ENTRIES | THE TRUSTS 35TH ARTS EXHIBITION | TRUSTS ARENA

    THE TRUSTS 35TH ARTS EXHIBITION | GENESIS LOUNGE, TRUSTS ARENA - CALL FOR ENTRIES
    Online, Auckland
    08/15/2022
  • Development, Communications and Funding Manager ad

    Development, Communications and Funding Manager

    Play a pivotal role in the strategy, leadership and supercharging of NCMA's fundraising and development efforts.
    Nelson / Tasman
    07/29/2022

  • Trustees - Arts and Mental Health

    Help shape an innovative organisation which uses the power of creativity to change lives.
    Canterbury
    07/31/2022
  • MMCA - Painting & Drawing 2023

    CALL FOR ENTRIES! MMCA Painting & Drawing 2023

    Entries open: 9am Monday 4th July 2022 - Molly Morpeth Canaday Award Painting & Drawing 2023
    National
    11/06/2022
  • New Zealand Comedy Trust

    Operations Manager

    Lead the facilitation, coordination and effective operational management of the NZ International Comedy Festival
    Auckland
    07/13/2022

  • Applications are open for the Creatives in Schools Round 4 funding

    The Creatives in Schools programme is an opportunity for professional artists and teachers to work together to provide engaging learning experiences for students
    National
    08/21/2022

  • Housing for Artists - Survey

    Have your say on your experiences and needs
    Auckland
    07/15/2022

  • Arts Pasifika Awards nominations now open

    Creative New Zealand Arts Pasifika Awards celebrate and recognise excellence in Pacific arts across a range of arts practices and career stages
    National
    07/04/2022

  • Casual Position - Venue Tech

    Casual positions available at an Onehunga Theatre for Venue Technicians/Operators
    Auckland
    08/01/2022

Events

Club Burlesque opens this friday
07/01/2022 to 09/16/2022

Club Burlesque

Escape to Auckland's most champagne soaked extravaganza!
06/22/2022 to 07/24/2022

Midnight Sun - a new public artwork by Sara Hughes

Midnight Sun - a new public artwork by Sara Hughes opening 22 June
Matariki on the Waterfront at Silo Park Logo Image
07/02/2022 to 07/03/2022

Matariki on the Waterfront

Matariki returns to Silo Park with two days of live music, kapa haka, workshops, installations, kai and a place of connection, remembrance and renewal for all ages.
View all Events

Community Announcements

Community Announcement

Urban Dreams - Te Wāhi o Te Papa Whakāta

Urban Dreams is pleased to announce our commissioned moving image program
Ynes Guevara Nationwide depot search for lost paintings on their way to an Art Show.
Community Announcement

Nationwide depot search for lost paintings on their way to an Art Show.

Last Wednesday the 16th of June, the two paintings belonging to a SCAS South Canterbury Art Society Member, Ynes Guevara, were dropped of at the NZ Post courier shop in NorthTown Mall, in Timaru.
View the Short Film Fund Spring Season Winners
Community Announcement

View the Short Film Fund Winners!

Winners Short Film Fund Spring 2022
Community Announcement

Susu (Tzu-Cheng Alex Su) recipient of the 2022 Iris Fisher Scholarship

Te Tuhi is delighted to announce Susu as the recipient of the 2022 Iris Fisher Scholarship.
Kristie Mortimer, a Dance Educator at the Royal New Zealand Ballet, rehearses with women in Arohata Women's Prison for the Inside-Out Matariki Concert in 2021. Kristie faces the camera, her arms above her head. The dancer has her back to the camera with her arms above her head. She is wearing a sweater with the words AWP on the back.
Community Announcement

A year of achievements in pandemic times

"Arts Access Aotearoa’s activities across the country would not be possible without the commitment of people who work with and alongside us," blogs Arts Access Aotearoa Chair Lynley Hutton.
Community Announcement

International And Local Filmmakers To Attend Doc Edge Festival

The 17th Doc Edge International Documentary Film Festival 1 June - 10 July 2022 in Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington and online nationwide.
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  5. 'Culture Is On The Budgetary Margins' - Breaking Down Creative NZ's Investment Approach
  6. Leaving Legacies That Last
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