Helen Baxter puts her digital spin on the traditional column with the all new Multimedia MsBehaviour Files! Her first monthly file looks at the maker, crafter and hacker spaces across New Zealand, including 2D laser-cutting and 3D printing for digital designers. Watch the animated clip, listen to the audio podcast or read the show notes. Enjoy!
TalkWrite: Cultural Storytellers - Renee Liang talks to Sananda Chatterjee about Indian Theatre group Prayas, what makes cultural theatre successful and the importance of baby steps.
Sets and The City: James Hadley in London talks about Manchester's Royal Exchange Theatre and reviews 'Everybody Loves A Winner'.
ScreenTalk: Robyn Malcolm has played a diverse range of gritty characters, including her most recent award-winning TV role as Cheryl West in Outrageous Fortune. In this ScreenTalk interview Malcolm talks about her beginnings ‘in the chorus’ at school, finding her 'group' at university and discovering drama school. “It’s been just a straight path since then, I’ve never questioned it."
Flicks: Best known for his work on commercial campaigns, most notably Sky TV's little and large series of ads, director Paul Middleditch's third feature film is the first shot in his native New Zealand. Flicks.co.nz talks to Middleditch about Separation City and coming home.
Cathy Aronson
Editor
The Big Idea - Te Aria Nui
Semi-Permanent 09 starts Friday 14 July
Join the celebration of all things design. Graphic Design, Film, Art, Illustration, Web Design, Photography, Visual Effects, Animation, Graffiti, Motion Graphics, Stop Motion and the side events, Heart of Misery, Semi-Permanent BFM After Party, James Jean | Kindling and We can Create. In and around Auckland city. Limited tickets still available.
Latest News
The producers of the NZ International Comedy Festival present AotearoHA - The Tiki Tour Edition.
Steve Wharehoka’s Huatoki: Our River, Our Story, at Kina Gallery, explores the history of the gentle stream that flows through the centre of New Plymouth.
Film New Zealand has re-launched the Greening the Screen website, an up-to-date resource for screen production companies wanting to think and act smarter on ‘green’ issues.
Survey exhibition of Terry O'Connor: Selected Photographs 1976 - 1980s. At McNamara Gallery in Wanganui.
The New Zealand Youth Choir tours to Auckland and Warkworth in the first week of September.
The Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra has called in musical reinforcements for its debut performance of Mahler’s Symphony No. 6, to be performed on 20 August at the Auckland Town Hall as part of the APN News & Media Premier Series.
The 2009 APRA Silver Scroll Award song of the year finalists have been announced.
A fractured portrait of the woman who served one of history’s most evil leaders, Almost A Bird Theatre Collective performs the return season of Wolf’s Lair at The Basement.
Chocolate + Murder + Interactive. It’s a murder at a chocolate-themed singles night… can you solve WhoDunnit? Interview the suspects, sample the chocolates, solve the crime - it's all up to you. Basically it’s like Cluedo without a board!
The first Contemporary Melanesian art exhibition in New Zealand with a region wide focus, okaioceanikart and The Corban Estate Arts Centre proudly present ‘Spirit of the People - New Melanesian Art’ .
These drawings by Greg Piper ponder the mysteries of nest-building, and our perceptions of our secretive urban neighbours.
This exhibition at Northart Gallery features artefacts which respond to issues of abjection and subjecthood, expressed through worn and mended clothing.
Soak up new ideas and be inspired by leading creatives at Semi-Permanent 09, the multi-disciplinary design forum in Auckland from August 14-15.
Columns
Helen Baxter puts her digital spin on the traditional column with the all new Multimedia MsBehaviour Files! Her first monthly file looks at the maker, crafter and hacker spaces across New Zealand, including 2D laser-cutting and 3D printing for digital designers. Watch the animated clip, listen to the audio podcast or read the show notes.
Column:The MsBehaviour Files
Blogs
I recently attended Manchester's Royal Exchange Theatre for the first time, to see 'Everybody Loves A Winner', a new play by Neil Bartlett, Simon Deacon and Struan Leslie. The gimmick is that it's a show about bingo which includes the audience in playing the game, but it's far more than a one idea production.
Blog:Sets and The CityRenee Liang talks to Sananda Chatterjee about Indian Theatre group Prayas, what makes cultural theatre successful and the importance of baby steps.
Blog:TalkWrite
Interviews
Best known for his work on commercial campaigns, most notably Sky TV's little and large series of ads, director Paul Middleditch's third feature film is the first shot in his native New Zealand. Flicks.co.nz talked to Middleditch about the film, casting and coming home.
TBI TV
Robyn Malcolm has played a diverse range of gritty characters, including her most recent award-winning TV role as Cheryl West in Outrageous Fortune. In this ScreenTalk interview Malcolm talks about her beginnings ‘in the chorus’ at school, finding her 'group' at university and discovering drama school.
“It’s been just a straight path since then, I’ve never questioned it."
Media Releases
Latest from GROW
Matthew Carter has won the Glaister Ennor Graduate Art Awards 2009, held at OREX Art, Oedipus Rex Gallery in Auckland last week.
From:Tips and NewsTom di Maria, Director of the Creative Growth Art Centre in California, will discuss serving artists with disabilities and collaborations with the professional arts sector at an event at Te Papa on August 25.
From:Tips and NewsProfessor Jenny Dixon has been appointed as Dean of the National Institute of Creative Arts and Industries (NICAI) at The University of Auckland.
From:Tips and News
WORK | JOBS & OPPORTUNITIES
Enterprise News
For the first time in the 16-year history of the Westpac Manukau Business Excellence Awards, there is a theatre among the finalists. Howick Little Theatre is a finalist in the Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality category.
The finalists in 41 general television, news and current affairs, and documentary categories for this year’s Qantas Film and Television Awards have been announced.
Television revenue for the first half of 2009 was $257.1 million, a drop of 13.3% from the $296.5 million achieved in the first half of 2008. The drop of $39.4 million was not unexpected given the current worldwide economic climate.
Many New Zealanders are maintaining their current lifestyle with a DIY approach, according to a recent report 'Money Management and the Economic Environment'.
Jobs & Opportunities - paid
- advanced Mac Operator and related graphic design software skills; and proven production management abilityCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Tuesday, 11 Aug 2009Applications Close:Thursday, 10 September 2009Organisation:Webb’s, New Zealand’s leading fine art and antique auction house is looking for a Mac Operator, Designer and Pre - Press Manager
- Puppeteer or theatre group wanted to create and deliver puppet showCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Canterbury Region: ChristchurchSubmitted:Thursday, 13 Aug 2009Applications Close:Sunday, 13 September 2009Organisation:Christchurch Garden City Trust
- Flute CasualCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Wellington Region: WellingtonSubmitted:Thursday, 13 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 30 October 2009Organisation:New Zealand Symphony Orchestra
- Due to a restructure in the Waikato Market we are advertising this brand new position. You will staff and manage the Programmes and Promotions departments.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Waikato RegionSubmitted:Thursday, 13 Aug 2009Applications Close:Tuesday, 25 August 2009Organisation:Waikato MediaWorks Radio
- TML Publishing are looking for a talented writer who can write sharp copy and spot a typo from forty paces.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Canterbury Region: ChristchurchSubmitted:Thursday, 13 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 21 August 2009Organisation:TML Publishing Limited
- Te Karere, TVNZ’s Maori news programme is seeking a News Reporter to fill a vacancy in the Auckland Bureau.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Thursday, 13 Aug 2009Applications Close:Wednesday, 19 August 2009Organisation:TVNZ
- RadioLIVE is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic sports reporter to join our dynamic network team in Auckland.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Thursday, 13 Aug 2009Applications Close:Monday, 31 August 2009Organisation:MediaWorks | RadioLIVE
- Two positions available working with local arts and cultural organisation to encourage participation, provide support and to seek out new opportunties for individuals and groups in the Wairarapa.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Wairarapa RegionSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Tuesday, 18 August 2009Organisation:Arts Culture and Heritage Trust - Toi Wairarapa
- Casual role for a double bass playerCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Wellington Region: WellingtonSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 28 August 2009Organisation:New Zealand Symphony Orchestra
- McCahon House Trust Management PositionCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:New ZealandSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 4 September 2009Organisation:McCahon House Trust
- Choral and singing programme teacher.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Hawke's Bay RegionSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 28 August 2009Organisation:Iona College
- Arts EducationCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Canterbury Region: ChristchurchSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 21 August 2009Organisation:Riccarton High School
- Arts EducationCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Wanganui Region: WanganuiSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Monday, 24 August 2009Organisation:Wanganui High School
- Arts EducationCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Auckland Region: ManukauSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Monday, 31 August 2009Organisation:James Cook High School
- Enthusiastic, skilled teacher with a commitment to quality teachingCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Bay Of Plenty Region: TaurangaSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Monday, 31 August 2009Organisation:Te Puke High School
- Arts EducationCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Auckland Region: North ShoreSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Monday, 21 September 2009Organisation:Albany Senior High School
- The company seeks an experienced graphic designer to work on a casual basisCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Canterbury Region: ChristchurchSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Wednesday, 19 August 2009Organisation:DPI Resolution s Ltd
- An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated person to join a small team focussed on developing a wide range of events in the district.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Bay Of Plenty RegionSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 21 August 2009Organisation:Kawerau District Council
- Graphic design | Web | MultimediaCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Auckland RegionSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 21 August 2009Organisation:Jobs Within
- Design services for print, web, photography and signage.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Auckland RegionSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Thursday, 27 August 2009Organisation:Up Realty
- Form Gallery is looking for a new gallery assistant who is enthusiastic about object art and passionate about great customer serviceCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Canterbury Region: ChristchurchSubmitted:Tuesday, 11 Aug 2009Applications Close:Thursday, 20 August 2009Organisation:Form Gallery
- Weta Productions is looking for an Animation Director to lead a team of 16 animators to help create Series 2 of the WotWots, a CG children's television series made at Weta Workshop.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Wellington Region: WellingtonSubmitted:Tuesday, 11 Aug 2009Applications Close:Monday, 24 August 2009Organisation:Weta Productions
- Freelance music journalist/editor required for established online magazineCategory:Freelance OpportunityLocation:New Zealand | Auckland RegionSubmitted:Tuesday, 11 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 21 August 2009Organisation:Bullet Mag
- Theatre Company ProducerCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Tuesday, 11 Aug 2009Applications Close:Monday, 30 November 2009Organisation:Toi Trade
- Part-time/Fixed Term Position, 24 September 2009 – 7 February 2010Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Wellington Region: WellingtonSubmitted:Tuesday, 11 Aug 2009Applications Close:Wednesday, 19 August 2009Organisation:City Gallery Wellington
- Part-time/Fixed Term Position, 24 September 2009 – 7 February 2010Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Wellington Region: WellingtonSubmitted:Tuesday, 11 Aug 2009Applications Close:Wednesday, 19 August 2009Organisation:City Gallery Wellington
- Kaituhituhi mō Tōku Reo 2. Ka whakaako i Te Reo Māori ki te hunga mātakitakiCategory:Freelance OpportunityLocation:Auckland Region: WaitakereSubmitted:Monday, 10 Aug 2009Applications Close:Wednesday, 12 August 2009Organisation:Kura Productions Ltd
- Fundraising Manager for a major (national) disability service provider charity & Not-for-Profit (NFP) - $70k - $80kCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:New Zealand | Auckland Region | Bay Of Plenty RegionSubmitted:Monday, 10 Aug 2009Applications Close:Thursday, 10 September 2009Organisation:Talent Capital - NZ only 100% focussed recruitment agency servicing the social sector
- Applications for funding to commemorate Waitangi Day.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:New ZealandSubmitted:Monday, 10 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 11 September 2009Organisation:Ministry for Culture and Heritage
- Short story competitionCategory:CompetitionLocation:New Zealand | Auckland Region | Auckland Region: WaitakereSubmitted:Monday, 10 Aug 2009Applications Close:Saturday, 31 October 2009Organisation:Arthritis NZ
- We are seeking a full time, permanent Head of Department for our Web Development and Interactive Design diplomas for the Auckland campus.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Monday, 10 Aug 2009Applications Close:Monday, 17 August 2009Organisation:Natcoll Design Technology - Auckland Campus
- Greenstone Pictures is looking for a media studies graduate for a fantastic opportunityCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Monday, 10 Aug 2009Applications Close:Monday, 17 August 2009Organisation:Greenstone Pictures Ltd
- Graphic/Interactive Designers required (Freelance/Part-time)Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Friday, 07 Aug 2009Applications Close:Monday, 31 August 2009Organisation:Xavier Francis Ltd
- Are you an education professional looking for a challenging community focused role?Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Waikato Region: HamiltonSubmitted:Friday, 07 Aug 2009Applications Close:Sunday, 23 August 2009Organisation:Hamilton City Council
- Blue Oyster is seeking project proposals from artists and curators for the second half of our 2010 programme.Category:Call for Proposals/EntriesLocation:Otago Region: DunedinSubmitted:Friday, 07 Aug 2009Applications Close:Thursday, 1 October 2009Organisation:Blue Oyster Art Project Space
- Permanent, full-time position available in the School of Communication Studies at AUT University.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Friday, 07 Aug 2009Applications Close:Monday, 31 August 2009Organisation:AUT University
- Looking for expressions of interest for a new youth initiative being proposed in the Papakura district.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Auckland Region: ManukauSubmitted:Thursday, 06 Aug 2009Applications Close:Monday, 21 September 2009Organisation:LEAP - Live Entertainment Art Project
- Auckland Theatre Company invites applications from producers and arts administrators at an early stage in their career for the Company’s Arts Management Internship Programme.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Thursday, 06 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 21 August 2009Organisation:Auckland Theatre Company
- Administrative support for the team members involved with corporate sponsorship, trust funding, and personal giving.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Wellington RegionSubmitted:Thursday, 06 Aug 2009Applications Close:Monday, 10 August 2009Organisation:New Zealand Symphony Orchestra
- Staging TechnicianCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Wellington RegionSubmitted:Thursday, 06 Aug 2009Applications Close:Tuesday, 18 August 2009Organisation:Multi-Media Systems Ltd.
- The Taranaki Daily News is looking for a mid-to-senior-grade journalist ready to make a name for themselves as our Bureau Chief in our South Taranaki Office.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Taranaki RegionSubmitted:Thursday, 06 Aug 2009Applications Close:Tuesday, 18 August 2009Organisation:The Taranaki Daily News
- The Dominion Post has a great opportunity for an experienced reporter to cover for an existing staff member on Parental Leave for up to 12 months.Category:Employment OpportunityLocation:Wellington RegionSubmitted:Thursday, 06 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 14 August 2009Organisation:Fairfax Media | Dominion Post
- NZ House & Garden - fixed-term maternity leave coverCategory:Employment OpportunityLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Thursday, 06 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 14 August 2009Organisation:Fairfax Magazines | NZ House & Garden
Jobs & Opportunities - unpaid
- Focus PullerCategory:Volunteer or UnpaidLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Sunday, 16 August 2009Organisation:Hybrid Motion Pictures
- Designer Direction seeks talented fashion stylists, hair and makeup artists to assist us on photography shoots for our fashion website.Category:Volunteer or UnpaidLocation:Auckland Region | Wellington RegionSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Sunday, 11 October 2009Organisation:Designer Direction
- Dutch Actress for 10 minute Short FilmCategory:AuditionLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 4 September 2009Organisation:GBlackwood
- Gallery exhibition oppotunityCategory:Call for Proposals/EntriesLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Thursday, 3 September 2009Organisation:The Rose Centre/ Foyer Gallery
- Porirua based Production Company seeks expression of interest in Web based story telling. Full production, so all skills are soughtCategory:Looking for Cast and CrewLocation:Wellington RegionSubmitted:Wednesday, 12 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 18 September 2009Organisation:Quite Content
- Crew wanted for local music doco pilot | filmmakers, photographers & music/film enthusiasts inquire within.Category:Volunteer or UnpaidLocation:Otago Region: DunedinSubmitted:Tuesday, 11 Aug 2009Applications Close:Sunday, 23 August 2009Organisation:blackball studios.
- Designer Direction is still on the hunt for contributing fashion journalists, interviewers, help/advice writers, and bloggers for our website!Category:Volunteer or UnpaidLocation:New ZealandSubmitted:Tuesday, 11 Aug 2009Applications Close:Monday, 30 November 2009Organisation:DesignerDirection.co.nz
- Pulp Magazine Editorial Assistant/InternCategory:InternshipLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Tuesday, 11 Aug 2009Applications Close:Tuesday, 25 August 2009Organisation:Pulp Magazine
- Poet/PCategory:AuditionLocation:Auckland Region | Waikato RegionSubmitted:Tuesday, 11 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 28 August 2009Organisation:Screwed On Creative
- Actress - woman late 30sCategory:AuditionLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Tuesday, 11 Aug 2009Applications Close:Sunday, 16 August 2009Organisation:Femmes d'Arts
- Dancers, Musicians and Costume WantedCategory:Volunteer or UnpaidLocation:Auckland Region: AucklandSubmitted:Monday, 10 Aug 2009Applications Close:Tuesday, 1 September 2009Organisation:Dramarama
- Auditions for Short Film! Several Characters Needed!Category:AuditionLocation:Canterbury Region: ChristchurchSubmitted:Saturday, 08 Aug 2009Applications Close:Thursday, 10 September 2009Organisation:Ami Brown
- Web designer for Online store wanted (unpaid position)Category:Volunteer or UnpaidLocation:Wellington RegionSubmitted:Saturday, 08 Aug 2009Applications Close:Friday, 14 August 2009Organisation:Little Munchkins
- Acting and creative collaboration for short play to be performed as a part of Bite Size TheatreCategory:AuditionLocation:Wellington Region: WellingtonSubmitted:Friday, 07 Aug 2009Applications Close:Saturday, 15 August 2009Organisation:Ashley DeMoville
- OPEN TO ALL NZ RESIDENTSCategory:Call for Proposals/EntriesLocation:New ZealandSubmitted:Friday, 07 Aug 2009Applications Close:Monday, 21 September 2009Organisation:MAIRANGI ARTS CENTRE
- Actors for an amazing summer filmCategory:Volunteer or UnpaidLocation:Wellington RegionSubmitted:Thursday, 06 Aug 2009Applications Close:Thursday, 1 October 2009Organisation:The Tuesday Morning Mix Team
- Call for Proposals - The OuterEdge ProjectCategory:Call for Proposals/EntriesLocation:Auckland RegionSubmitted:Thursday, 06 Aug 2009Applications Close:Thursday, 31 December 2009Organisation:Sanderson Contemporary Art
Event Of The Week
Events
- Type:ArtDate:17 Sep 2009 - 14 Oct 2009Location:Auckland Region: Auckland
- Type:Workshop/SeminarDate:12 Sep 2009 - 26 Sep 2009Location:Auckland Region
- Type:TheatreDate:19 Aug 2009 - 22 Aug 2009Location:Auckland Region
- Type:ArtDate:26 Aug 2009Location:Auckland Region | Auckland Region: Auckland
- Type:Seminar/Public LectureDate:20 Aug 2009Location:Auckland Region | Auckland Region: Auckland
- Type:Seminar/Public LectureDate:25 Aug 2009Location:New Zealand | Wellington Region
- Type:ArtDate:27 Aug 2009 - 20 Sep 2009Location:Auckland Region | Auckland Region: Waitakere
- Type:Workshop/SeminarDate:17 Aug 2009 - 31 Aug 2009Location:Auckland Region
- Type:ExhibitionDate:14 Aug 2009Location:Auckland Region
- Type:ExhibitionDate:29 Aug 2009 - 29 Oct 2009Location:Wellington Region | Wairarapa Region
- Type:ExhibitionDate:1 Aug 2009 - 31 Aug 2009Location:Wellington Region: Wellington | Wairarapa Region | Europe Region: Spain
- Type:Seminar/Public LectureDate:27 Aug 2009Location:Auckland Region | Auckland Region: Auckland
- Type:TheatreDate:5 Sep 2009 - 4 Oct 2009Location:Wellington Region | Wellington Region: Wellington
- Type:ExhibitionDate:3 Oct 2009 - 29 Nov 2009Location:New Zealand | Hawke's Bay Region | Hawke's Bay Region: Hastings
- Type:ArtDate:6 Sep 2009 - 21 Sep 2009Location:Wellington Region
SHOW | THE GALLERY
Pictures & Paintings
- Gifted to Waitakere Hospital, Auckland - Muriwai Ward by Tania Sunde Bachelor of Fine Arts
- Wedding Photo
Videos
- The Church raising hell with Mini. No elderly folk were really harmed during the filming of this promotion
- A show reel of camera work by Davian Horlor.
Illustrations & Cartoons
- My take on the merman concept (as applied in numerous movies - the direct reference here was to the Triton character in Jason & the Argonauts)































