5/5! Metropol’s review of & Juliet
5 out of 5 stars for this one! & Juliet- is a fabulous musical and is a sensation from start to finish, writes Metropol’s Nancye Pitt in her review. What if Juliet….didn’t kill herself? The question on every thespian’s lips – what would have happened to Juliet if she hadn’t followed Romeo and […]
Celebration of cinema: Four film festivals come to town
For your watching pleasure, four international film festivals are coming to Canterbury. 28 May to 21 June, French Film Festival One of New Zealand’s most celebrated international film festivals, the French Film Festival offers a curated programme of feature films spanning drama, comedy, romance, thriller, and historical genres. Aiming to introduce New Zealand […]
Fun favourite: Serve Social
What does it take to build one of Christchurch’s most successful entertainment venues? Serve Social’s Logan McMillan knows a thing or two. He sits down with Metropol to talk about his latest escape room, game inspiration, and why he trusts his creative instincts. Q. Tell us about your new escape room, Conspiracy? A. […]
Here’s looking at you, Christchurch
At a time when government funding for the creative sector is plunging, Ōtautahi multi-disciplinary artist Jessie Rawcliffe’s murals confront such challenges eyes on. Her series, Gazer, brings life to overlooked spaces across ‘eye-conic’ spots in Christchurch’s CBD. Each piece informed by the surrounding area, colour palettes are inspired by the urban environment, from […]
Canterbury’s finest flavours
Fourteen Canterbury food businesses have been named medal winners in this year’s Outstanding Food Producers Awards (OFPA). No matter which way you slice it, Canterbury food businesses have taken home a haul of medals from the latest Outstanding Food Producers Awards (OFPA). Now in its 10th year, this year’s head judge, internationally renowned […]
Steve’s scene
Your Christchurch arts and culture round-up from global music consultant and Dolly Parton’s local publicist, Steve Guest. One of the best nights out ever at the Christchurch Town Hall was enjoyed by those in attendance at The Pogues’ recent show. It was full of nostalgia and featured a group of some of the […]
Celeb-approved eyewear style: Anstice Optometrists
If you know eyewear, you know MOSCOT. This iconic New York City brand, celebrated worldwide for its distinctive, vintage-inspired frames, has arrived at Anstice Optometrists on Clyde Road. With over 110 years of heritage, MOSCOT blends refined downtown style with exceptional craftsmanship to create timeless eyewear designed to last. Favoured by trendsetters including […]
Heath the hospice cat
Words by Vera Spurr RN | Photos supplied by Hospice SC He has his own Facebook page and regularly gets fan mail and thank you cards. To mark Hospice Awareness Week this month, meet emotional support worker Heath from Hospice South Canterbury. Heath arrived at Hospice South Canterbury in 2022 after being adopted […]
Split Enz rocked Christchurch… in the best possible way
Metropol’s Nancye Pitt pulled on her glitter boots and rocked the night away with Split Enz in Christchurch. I’m proud to be a boomer! And to share with Metropol readers how this relates to the Split Enz Show last night at the Forever Enz Tour at Wolfbrook Arena. My company for the night […]
Coffee, kids & décor: Farmhouse Design and Décor
What started as a small coffee cart is now a family-owned home décor and design business in Methven, with its own play nook. We made the play nook for parents, grandparents, and children to enjoy while they shop and have a coffee,” says Donna, who is co-owner of Farmhouse Design and Décor in […]
