Upbeat for Friday 7 November 2014

1:00 PM.Film-maker Toa Fraser is returning to the theatre, 16 years after his the breakout season of his play 'Bare'. He tells Eva about what connects 'Bare' with his newest offering: 'Pure and Deep'. Audio

12:40 PM.Peter reviews last night's performance by the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra with guest violinist Nikita Boriso-Glebsky. Audio

12:15 PM.Artist Lisa Reihana was named as an Arts Laureate earlier this week. She tells Eva about what inspires her. Audio