Etiquette
Modern guide to manners and etiquette
The editors of The Gentlewoman biannual magazine bring together advice and tips from everyone from Hilary Mantel to Kylie Minogue in the new book, Modern Manners: Instructions for living fabulously… Audio
Story of the day with Ali Ventura
Story of the day with Ali Ventura - a story about newlyweds who received a note in the mail just a few weeks after their big day - from a guest complaining that they had a "lot of nerve" not sending a… Audio
B**ch don't kill my vibe: how not to use your phone at a gig
These days, when people wave their hands at a gig, more often then not there's a phone in them. RNZ Music's Melody Thomas lays down the ground rules for using your phone at a concert.
Listen to the NZSO get Zappy
Off to the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra's Shed Series tonight? Conductor Hamish McKeich gives us the inside word on gig etiquette, Frank Zappa and Mozart. Audio
Upbeat for Friday 13 April
What happens when an airline crushes a very expensive instrument; did the APO & pianist Ingrid Fliter sparkle in A Night of Firsts; what’s the gig etiquette at tonight’s NZSO Shed Series concert and…
An etiquette expert answers your questions
Etiquette expert and life coach Susie Wilson is a New Zealander based in Melbourne. With so many of us now "plugged into devices" decorum is in danger, but it's more important than ever, she tells… Audio
Annoying smart phone tapping
Is it rude not to turn off your phone's key pad noises? Audio
The Art of Etiquette – Interviews
Zoë George talks to Saturday Morning with Kim Hill producer Mark Cubey about how interviewees should approach being talked to by the media. What do you need to know? Should you be nervous? How should… Audio
The Art of Etiquette – Book launch
In this week’s episode Upbeat producer Zoë George turns the page on poor etiquette at book launches. Unity Books’ Dylan Sherwood explains whether we have to buy the book that is being launched, what… Audio
The Art of Etiquette – drag shows
In this week’s episode Upbeat producer Zoë George goes behind the glitter and glamour of drag shows. What is a drag show? Can I get on stage with the performers? What’s the proper way to address a… Audio
The Art of Etiquette - Fashion Week
PR guru and Fashion Week veteran Paul Blomfield answers the big questions about fashion week in our Art of Etiquette series. Is it all air kisses and “oh darlings”? Can I sit wherever I like? Is it ok… Audio
The Art of Etiquette – buying art
Upbeat producer Zoë George asks Suite Gallery owner David Alsop how to build an art collection, where to buy art, who to buy it from and whether you should by from the head or the heart? Audio
The Art of Etiquette – high tea
Upbeat producer Zoë George raises a delicate pinkie and bites into the culinary arts once more. High tea - what are the dos and don'ts? Audio
The Art of Etiquette – blues jam sessions
In the latest episode Upbeat producer Zoë George finds out about the unwritten rules of attending a blues jam session with recording artist and jam organiser Julie Lamb. Can I borrow someone else’s… Audio
The Art of Etiquette – burlesque
In this week’s episode, Upbeat producer Zoë George goes vintage, getting inspiration from the 40s, 50s and 60s, exploring the art form of Burlesque. Bailey McCormack aka performer Fanciforia Foxglove… Audio
The Art of Etiquette - life drawing classes
In the latest episode Upbeat producer Zoë George gets Virginia Kennard to bare all regarding life drawing classes. What would possess someone to volunteer to be a life drawing model? If you are an… Audio
The Art of Etiquette - film festivals
With the New Zealand International Film Festival just around the corner, is it ok to put my feet on the seat in front of me? Can I leave if I don't like a film? And what about eating in the theatre… Audio
The Art of Etiquette - house concerts
In this week's episode Zoe George explores the intimate setting of house concerts. From opera among the trees, to plays in a lounge room, what is the "done" thing at one of these? Should I take my… Audio
The Art of Etiquette - contemporary dance
Asking the questions you're afraid to ask Zoë George goes in search of some truths: What is contemporary dance? Can you cheer your favourite dancer? What about taking photos of the performers? And… Audio
The Art of Etiquette - symphony orchestra
The concert hall is the place to soak in stunning sounds created by the orchestra. But it's also a place that amplifies every spoken word, cough and sneeze. New Zealand Symphony Orchestra cellist… Video, Audio