Arts & Culture

Good Omens tries to trade on an affable relationship between an angel and demon but they, and the show, run out of gas before the end, says Dan Slevin. Video

They're arguably the most famous couple in the world and she was with them since the beginning of their fame. Callie Shell first photographed Barack Obama in 2004, before he was elected to the… Audio, Gallery

Netflix wins on volume in this week’s new streaming TV, according to Dan Slevin. Video

Nocturnes: Popular Music and the Night is a new book looking at how culture changes at night. It can be romantic, but also be a place of terror and of excitement.  Audio

It's been 40 years since the formation of one of our most iconic bands. HERBS: Songs of Freedom is a new film, looking at the creation and success of the pioneering pacific reggae band, that had its… Audio

Dan Slevin previews four documentaries from Rialto Channel about the lives of artists.

The children's book entries turned out to be the toughest one for this year's PANZ Book Design Awards - in fact they've shortlisted a record nine entries. The awards also include all-important covers… Audio

Frank Sargeson is remembered not only for his writing but also for the other writers he mentored, including Janet Frame. One of the most colourful members of his circle in the 1940s was refugee… Audio

Sam Mitchell's paintings are fascinating. They often incorporate rescued materials, discarded library books, toucans, and Nancy Mitford - all with her trademark meticulous technique. Painting on… Audio

Silo Theatre's next production is making history - it's the first time the stage is being given over to an ensemble of teenage performers, all making their professional debuts. The young Aucklanders… Audio

A new art gallery in South Auckland is promising to promote contemporary Pacific art, to work closely with its community and to encourage collectors by offering art at affordable prices. Vunilagi Vou… Audio

A series of photographs of pro-life and anti-abortion law campaigners in Ireland last year won British freelance photographer Olivia Harris a top award in the World Press Photo Exhibition, which is… Audio

Instead of helping people connect with art, the language that's used to describe it often shames and alienates them, says Vanessa Crofskey. In her recent article There's Something Wrong With Art… Audio

Musicians who have made Paris their home including Jacques Offenbach who turns 200 this week. His opera 'La Vie Parisienne' left a musical legacy to nightclubs in the music of the can-can.  Video