Taking centre stage
Christchurch-raised comedian and actor Chris Parker had a big year in 2021, winning Celebrity Treasure Island and adapting to a new way of working and creating throughout multiple lockdowns. Chris has an exciting year ahead, kicking things off with his nationwide tour this February. Growing up in Canterbury, Chris developed a love of performing from […]
Visions of the real
Local artist Kees Bruin has seen great success throughout his career, with a multitude of awards, and his work now represented in collections around the world. Metropol catches up with him following his most recent endeavour. Like many artists, Bruin discovered his gift at an early age, winning an art class contest at the age […]
What’s on at the Isaac Theatre Royal
The Isaac Theatre Royal stands as a monument to everything that is good in our community. Signing up for membership supports the theatre and enables members to gain exclusive offers. Made in Canterbury 2022: March 24 – 27 2022 After the success of the inaugural Made in Canterbury in 2021, the festival is back for […]
Check into Isolation Hotel
Cantabrians are encouraged to put themselves in the frame in a new exhibition at Canterbury Museum. Isolation Hotel is a unique, immersive art experience by Auckland artist Heather Straka, brought to Christchurch by the museum in collaboration with SCAPE Public Art. Visitors to the exhibition will check in to a specially-constructed set designed to evoke […]
Take your seats
The Court Theatre’s Ryman Healthcare 2022 Season is packed with a wide selection of home-grown and international productions not to be missed. Chief Executive Barbara George says though the world continues to change around us, The Court Theatre remains for the benefit and enjoyment of its audiences. “This season is particularly special as it reflects […]
A golden moment
Share a moment of magic and possibility under glittering golden leaves courtesy of Aotearoa New Zealand artist Reuben Paterson, who installed his work The Golden Bearing at Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū remotely from his Auckland home under Level 3 restrictions. The Golden Bearing opened at Christchurch Art Gallery on October 30 and […]
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