Upbeat

Australian director of NZ Opera's production of Handel's 'Xerxes' which opens in Auckland tonight. Audio

Wellington film maker and ethnomusicologist talks about Tokolaua and Papau New Guinea documentaries that he recently completed. Audio

Janina Nicoll speaks to Emile de la Rey and Elizabeth Judd from Wellingtion based duo about upcoming album release shows at Bats Theatre. Audio

Directors of Auckland Arts Festival performances of 'Silver Stars' presented by Irish Theatrical Group 'Brokentalkers'. Audio

NZ musician and producer of 'Ihimaera' project setting works by James K Baxter and Hone Tuwhare to music. Audio

NZ Fashion Designer of costumes for NZ Opera's production of Handel's Xerxes. Audio

Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra Chief Executive discusses a number of recently launched community programmes. Audio

NZ music scholars and editors of Douglas Lilburn's complete printed editions of piano music which are being released today. Audio

Berlin-based pianist and Australian percussionist performing final show in their Australasian tour in Wellington tomorrow night. Audio

RNZ Ballet Company Interim Director talks about Tutus On Tour which opens in Wellington tonight. Audio

Melbourne correspondant Sue Thomas speaks to NZ actor and theatre director about her recently formed company 'Say Six'. Audio

Director of 2011 Auckland Fringe Festival previews the event which opens tomorrow. Audio