Plays & Stories

The Shakespeare Behind Bars programme is an internationally acclaimed programme in the United States for both offenders and ex-offenders, offering theatrical experiences that deal with personal and… Audio

Comedians Te Radar and Michele A'Court look back at the week that was. Audio

Simon Morris reviews A Royal Night Out, which puts princess Elizabeth into a frothy comedy, giving the future queen - if not us - a good time… Audio

The bombing of the Rainbow Warrior certainly changed the view of France, and where sleepy little New Zealand fit into the world of international espionage. The Sinking of the Rainbow Warrior has been… Audio

'Fallout: The Sinking of the Rainbow Warrior' is a new play by Bronwyn Elsmore. Last Tapes Theatre Company along with the Large Group are mounting a production in Auckland this month, directed by… Audio

With comedians Te Radar and Elizabeth Easther. Audio

Maori TV are about to launch satirical comedy show Brown Eye. It'll be hosted by television and radio host Nathan Rarere and feature co-creator Taika Waititi. Standing Room Only producer Shaun D… Audio

Comedians James Elliott and Irene Pink look back at this week's issues that hit the headlines. Audio

Amelia Nurse talks to Jerome Chandrahasen, organizer of the event, and finalists Savanna Calton and Joel Hansby. Audio

With James Elliot and Gemma Gracewood. Audio

Te Rakau Hua o te Wao Tapu Trust is a theatre company that has performed in prisons, schools, marae, and even in the lounges of homes. Ngāti Toa actor Jim Moriarty has worked in film, television and… Audio

She's worked with marginalised young people around the world - including asylum-seekers, children in care and prisoners for 20 years. But German theatre director Uta Plate wasn't prepared for the… Audio

With comedians James Elliott and Michele A'Court. Audio

American comedian Adrienne Truscott is here for the Comedy Fest with her show Asking For It, with performances that will mostly likely make an audience feel uncomfortable. Audio

Novelist Emily Perkins has penned her first play. She's updated Henrik Ibsen's A Doll's House and set it in contemporary New Zealand. This new version will premiere at the end of the month in a… Audio

Sound artist and sound designer Jason Wright can put his hand to pretty much anything in his chosen field. You can hear his work on stage, in art galleries and in other spaces. He works across sonic… Audio

In the 1980s and 90s Wellington's Taki Rua theatre showed the value of having a theatre space showcasing Maori live performance. It's been a long wait for a replacement venue after the theatre closed… Audio