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Creative New Zealand | 29 Mar . 2012 | "I know half my advertising isn't working, I just don't know which half." Lord Leverhulme Marketers in the cultural sector are hungry for… Read more >
Smart talk - Why Give? The Art of Philanthropy

All Artforms | 27 Mar . 2012 | Why Give? is an opportunity to hear directly from three Aucklanders who have shown generosity to our city that will last beyond their lifetimes. Leading current… Read more >
Countdown to Festival opening

Pan-artform festivals | 22 Feb . 2012 | Prepare for 24 days of extraordinary arts experiences when the 2012 New Zealand International Arts Festival opens this Friday, 24 February. Around 900 artists from… Read more >
Creative New Zealand honours the people of Canterbury

Creative New Zealand | 22 Feb . 2012 | Creative New Zealand pays deep respect to the people of Canterbury on the anniversary of the earthquake that devastated its people, places and spirit. Read more >
Grants to improve access to arts events and venues

All Artforms | 1 Feb . 2012 | Arts organisations and venues will become more accessible this year, thanks to 11 grants provided by Creative New Zealand for projects ranging from sign language… Read more >
Writers and Readers Week Programme Announced

Multi Artform | 26 Jan . 2012 | A dynamic and diverse group of the finest international and national writers will converge on Wellington in March for the New Zealand International Arts Festival’s… Read more >
PledgeMe re-launch

All Artforms | 20 Jan . 2012 | New Zealand’s first creative crowdfunding platform PledgeMe will re-launch this month with a brand spanking new website and celebratory party. The online… Read more >
Premiere Vanguard New Zealand Works

Pan-artform festivals | 17 Jan . 2012 | Pioneering debuts from esteemed kiwi artists Josh Rutter, Alexa Wilson, A Slightly Isolated Dog Ltd and Talking House converge upon Aotea Centre this February, when the… Read more >
Curated arts programme at Splore 2012

Pan-artform festivals | 17 Jan . 2012 | Splore 2012 will present another diverse programme of visual arts. Curated by Mark Osborne this year's festival is sure to engage the audience in fresh and fun ways.… Read more >
Creative New Zealand announces further Earthquake Assistance Grants

All Artforms | 16 Jan . 2012 | In November and December 2011, Creative New Zealand approved a further $146,745 in grants from its Earthquake Emergency Response Fund to help re-establish an active arts… Read more >
Winning the wild experience

All Artforms | 1 Dec . 2011 | DOC and Creative New Zealand have announced the three artists who will take up a Wild Creations residency in 2012. They are: Dave Armstrong from Wellington, and Lynn… Read more >
NZ Arts Awards recipients announced

All Artforms | 30 Nov . 2011 | Ten prestigious awards totalling $360,000 were presented tonight to New Zealand artists at the inaugural Macquarie Private Wealth New Zealand Arts Awards at the Viaduct… Read more >
Polynesian Diva reigns supreme at Creative New Zealand Arts Pasifika Awards night

Creative New Zealand | 24 Nov . 2011 | Entertainer Annie Crummer has been honoured with the premiere senior arts award at the Creative New Zealand Arts Pasifika Awards in Wellington this evening. Read more >
Three arts organisations Optimise their online engagement

Multi Artform | 23 Nov . 2011 | Three arts organisations will be part of a unique programme that provides guidance and expertise in online marketing. Auckland Theatre Company, Auckland Arts… Read more >
Chance to attend a Major Gift Fundraising Masterclass - Wellington

All Artforms | 9 Nov . 2011 | The Ministry for Culture and Heritage would like to offer you the opportunity to attend an all-day masterclass on major gift fundraising, presented by major… Read more >
14th New Zealand Performing Arts Market announced for 5 & 6 March 2012, Wellington

Multi Artform | 3 Nov . 2011 | This exciting event is to be held in the heart of Wellington’s prestigious waterfront at the purpose-built Te Raukura – Te Wharewaka o Poneke, from 5 & 6… Read more >
The 2012 New Zealand International Arts Festival is launched

Pan-artform festivals | 2 Nov . 2011 | The 2012 New Zealand International Arts Festival brings 24 extraordinary days of arts events to Wellington. With more than 300 incredible performances to savour, the… Read more >
11.11.11 - Upstage Festival only days away

Multi Artform | 1 Nov . 2011 | 34 artists are collaborating around the world to produce the 12 different shows that make up the 11:11:11 UpStage Festival (11 November 2011). Among the performers are… Read more >
Creative New Zealand announces further Earthquake Assistance Grants

Creative New Zealand | 28 Oct . 2011 | Creative New Zealand has approved a further $54,159 in grants from its Earthquake Emergency Response Fund in September, to help re-establish an active arts scene in Christchurch. Read more >
Artbox Auction 27 October - Fundraising for Christchurch Artists

All Artforms | 17 Oct . 2011 | Your support is requested for the ArtBox Auction, featuring work by more than 50 leading New Zealand artists to be held at Webb's Auction House, Auckland, 27 October at… Read more >
Creative New Zealand mourns the loss of former Chair of Arts Council - Christopher Doig

Creative New Zealand | 13 Oct . 2011 | Creative New Zealand the Arts Council of New Zealand mourns the loss of international opera singer, sports administrator and Southern Opera founder Christopher… Read more >
Frankie Stevens Honoured by Contemporary Māori Art World

Multi Artform | 6 Oct . 2011 | Award-winning entertainer Frankie Stevens was honoured at last night's gala opening of the Maori Art Market in Porirua, Wellington. Read more >
Festival of Pacific Arts 2012 application reminder

Creative New Zealand | 3 Oct . 2011 | Applications to represent Aotearoa/New Zealand at the 11th Festival of Pacific Arts close this month. Read more >
Request for exhibition proposals from Christchurch based artists

All Artforms | 21 Sep . 2011 | Expressions of interest for solo and group exhibitions by artists based in Christchurch are requested for the period January — December 2012 in Chambers@241 art gallery Read more >
Earthquake Emergency Arts Grants passes $1.5 million mark

Creative New Zealand | 19 Sep . 2011 | Creative New Zealand has approved more than $1.5 million in grants from its Earthquake Emergency Response Fund. The support for Christchurch arts has allowed… Read more >
$3 billion in lottery funding for the community reached

All Artforms | 14 Sep . 2011 | Minister of Internal Affairs Nathan Guy has congratulated New Zealand Lotteries on reaching the milestone of $3 billion raised for community funds, celebrated at a… Read more >
Artist in Residence programmes in Asia - call for applications

All Artforms | 12 Sep . 2011 | The Asia New Zealand Foundation is calling for applications for its six artist-in-residence programmes for 2012. Read more >
REAL New Zealand Festival - More Than 1000 Events Around The Country For Rugby World Cup 2011

All Artforms | 8 Sep . 2011 | With just days to go to the first match of Rugby World Cup 2011, the REAL New Zealand Festival has hit the magic number - more than 1000 events and experiences… Read more >
Creative New Zealand implements overhaul of funding programmes

Creative New Zealand | 1 Sep . 2011 | Creative New Zealand has committed funding through two new complementary programmes as it implements a major overhaul of its multi-year funding for the arts. The… Read more >
Grants bring Fly My Pretties and that Scottish play to Christchurch

All Artforms | 15 Aug . 2011 | Creative New Zealand has approved more than $100,000 in the latest round of eight earthquake emergency assistance grants to help re-establish an active arts scene in… Read more >
Video's, images and resources from the 21st Century Arts Conference 2011

All Artforms | 26 Jul . 2011 | Video's of speakers from the conference such Rob Fyfe (Air NZ), Andy McKim (Theatre Passe Muraille). Also, photo's, resources and summary of all the sessions can be found. Read more >
Earthquake emergency assistance provided for the arts

Creative New Zealand | 30 Jun . 2011 | Creative New Zealand has approved $185,765 in the latest monthly round of 14 earthquake emergency assistance grants to help re-establish an active arts scene for the… Read more >
Artists invited to go wild for DOC residency programme

All Artforms | 28 Jun . 2011 | Each year Wild Creations gives three New Zealand artists the chance to spend six weeks in natural or historical sites to experience the people, stories and challenges of… Read more >
21st Century Arts Conference gets personal with the audience

Creative New Zealand | 20 Jun . 2011 | Engaging audiences in the co-creation of art will be one of themes explored at this year’s 21stCentury Arts Conference in Aucklandon 23 and 24 June. The… Read more >
Arts Voice Christchurch

All Artforms | 5 May . 2011 | At a meeting facilitated by Creative New Zealand on Wednesday 27th April a 7 member committee was elected by attendees to represent the arts community of… Read more >
Minister calls for expressions of interest

All Artforms | 29 Apr . 2011 | Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee is calling for expressions of interest for membership of the community forum to be formed under the Canterbury… Read more >
Creative New Zealand increases earthquake fund by $1.25 million

Creative New Zealand | 25 Apr . 2011 | Creative New Zealand has increased the funds available to support artists and arts organisations affected by the Christchurch earthquake by $1.25 million. The… Read more >
Rita Angus Residency

All Artforms | 21 Apr . 2011 | Artists Ben Cauchi of Wanganui and Andre Hemer of Christchurch will share the highly prized Rita Angus Residency for 2011. A collaboration between Wellington… Read more >
2011 WAA Conference, Seattle - delegate applications sought

Multi Artform | 19 Apr . 2011 | Creative New Zealand invites applications from performing arts producers to attend the Western Artists Alliance (WAA) Performing Arts Market in Seattle, USA 29 August to 2… Read more >
Local forum for charities

All Artforms | 18 Apr . 2011 | Join us for a morning of insight and information to support you and your charity. The forum will be held in collaboration with the Charities Commission and New Zealand… Read more >
Day Three at the Festival of Colour

Pan-artform festivals | 17 Apr . 2011 | Audiences at yesterday’s Aspiring Conversations were treated to two fascinating behind the scenes insights into the Festival’s two world… Read more >
Festival Of Colour Launches To Full Houses

Pan-artform festivals | 12 Apr . 2011 | Described by festival director, Philip Tremewan, as a "festival that highlights new work", the Festival of Colour lived up to its reputation on its first day… Read more >
New office space found for leading Christchurch arts organisations

Creative New Zealand | 11 Apr . 2011 | Christchurch arts organisations left homeless after the February earthquake are being provided with office space through a partnership between Christchurch Polytechnic… Read more >
Creative New Zealand Newsletter - March 2011

Creative New Zealand | 22 Mar . 2011 | Creative New Zealand sends out a quarterly e-newsletter, which features our latest news and updates. Read more >
Update on Creative New Zealand response to Canterbury earthquake

Creative New Zealand | 21 Mar . 2011 | Creative New Zealand has provided grants in advance totaling $506,403 to four Christchurch-based arts organisations affected by the recent Canterbury earthquake and… Read more >
New access award available for arts organisations

All Artforms | 18 Mar . 2011 | New access award available for arts organisations With one in six New Zealanders experiencing disability, a new award has been established to recognise an… Read more >
Auckland Art Festival: Reviews of New Zealand music productions

Multi Artform | 7 Mar . 2011 | Ihimaera Setting his words in a wide range of styles, this concert showcases Ihimaera's distinctive and powerful evocations of life in Aotearoa and the… Read more >
Auckland Arts Festival: Review of New Zealand dance works

Multi Artform | 7 Mar . 2011 | UrbanYOUTHMovement: Who Are You? "I told these young people that my perception of their generation is that they binge drink, are impatient and want everything… Read more >
Auckland Arts Festival: Reviews of New Zealand theatre shows

Multi Artform | 7 Mar . 2011 | Paper Sky - A Love Story Following the international success of The Arrival New Zealand's Red Leap Theatre returns with their magical new work, Paper Sky - A… Read more >
The Auckland Arts Festival has kicked off

Multi Artform | 7 Mar . 2011 | Auckland Festival 2011 has started with some great reviews on new New Zealand works including Urban Youth Movement directed by Black Grace Artistic Director… Read more >
2011 WAA Conference, Seattle - applications sought

Multi Artform | 1 Mar . 2011 | WAA (Western Artists Alliance) is calling for applications from performing arts companies to participate in the 2011 Juried Showcase Programme. Juried Showcase… Read more >
Capital E’s National Arts Festival 2011 is Launched in Wellington

Multi Artform | 15 Feb . 2011 | The festival will take place 13 – 27 March 2011 Public Performances: Saturday 19th March, Friday 25th March and Saturday 26th March In a launch event in… Read more >
Exotic Delights Promised At Womad New Zealand Taste The World Stage

Multi Artform | 15 Feb . 2011 | Mongolian Mutton Porridge is on the menu from Hanggai, while Creole Choir of Cuba's recipe calls for lobster, crabmeat and shrimps, and Rango suggests retaining… Read more >
Fringe Festival turns 21!

Multi Artform | 3 Feb . 2011 | The New Zealand Fringe Festival has officially received the keys to the door and today (3 Feb 2011) launched its 21st programme in Wellington. Fringe 2011 includes… Read more >
Music, Movies, Arts, Culture And Family Fun In Major Free Events Programme For Auckland Arts Festival 2011

All Artforms | 28 Jan . 2011 | Auckland Arts Festival today announced a comprehensive line-up of free events for arts lovers of all ages and interests as part of the 2011 Festival, which takes place… Read more >
New artists announced for WOMAD NZ 2011

Multi Artform | 27 Jan . 2011 | Eastern European hippies, Colombian electro-acoustic trail-blazers, traditional Cambodian musicians, an award-winning Kiwi artist, a Pacific treasure, cultural… Read more >
Te Manu Ka Tau 2011

Multi Artform | 9 Dec . 2010 | In March 2011, Creative New Zealand in partnership with Auckland Arts Festival, Sounds Aotearoa and WOMAD New Zealand will continue the highly successful international… Read more >
Call for Young Festival Directors to attend atelier in Singapore

Pan-artform festivals | 7 Dec . 2010 | Deadline: 17 December 2010 Do you belong to the next generation of festival artistic directors? Do you feel the need to widen your horizons, broaden your… Read more >
REAL NZ Festival Lottery Fund boosts events for RWC 2011

All Artforms | 3 Dec . 2010 | New Zealand’s biggest-ever festival, which will run in conjunction with Rugby World Cup 2011, has grown even larger following the allocation of Lottery Grants… Read more >
World's Best Heading To Spectacular Auckland Arts Festival

Multi Artform | 19 Nov . 2010 | New Zealanders are invited to leave the everyday behind and explore new artistic worlds in the fifth Auckland Arts Festival, which takes place 2-20 March,… Read more >
Extension to NZ 2011 Festival Lottery Fund deadline for Canterbury

All Artforms | 15 Sep . 2010 | The Minister of Internal Affairs Nathan Guy has announced an extension to the deadline for applications from quake-affected areas to the New Zealand 2011 Festival… Read more >
New funding programmes for multi-year arts investment

Creative New Zealand | 20 Jul . 2010 | Creative New Zealand will introduce two new and complementary multi-year funding programmes from January 2012 to provide more clarity, stability and flexibility in… Read more >
Next steps for the RFO review

All Artforms | 2 Mar . 2010 | A snapshot fromCreative New Zealand's21st Century Arts Conference Read more >