Focus on Arts

Catherine sits down with writer Director Mike Smith and co-producer Sharon Tyrell to talk about their new feature film, "The People We Love" . This Kiwi film is a dramady about an aspiring writer who returns to her family's coastal home after a series of setbacks, finding herself caught in the middle of family tensions and realizing the story she's seeking may be closer than she thought. Starring Neill Rea and Alison Bruce, the film is beautifully set in Wellington and the Kāpiti Coast.

Part 1 of a 2 part interview with Cohen Holloway about developing his ability at impressions as a college student, his journey to study at Toi Whakaari and some of his film and TV roles, including some of the films he made with Taika Waititi and TV series The Educators.

Jane talks about potters at the Kilns, the grounds themselves and Play with Clay. Thomas Baker also has an exhibition at Toi Mahara from 5th April to 20th July 2025.

The Kilns on Old School Road in Te Horo are open Thurs - Sunday from 10 - 4pm. Find them off the old state highway. Find out more on Thomas Baker at the Kilns here https://www.thekilnsattehoro.co.nz/pages/thomas-baker

This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.

This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.

Andrew London returns with James Cameron to complete his two part programme telling the story of The Cattlestops. Shared memories are accompanied by tracks from the band.

Sonia talks more about Tee Raukura ki Kapiti plus Tikapa Productions and the Maori Sidesteps

This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.

Paul talks to Sonia Hardie, Centre Manager of Te Raukura ki Kapiti about how the the centre has developed since it's inception

This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.

This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.

This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.

Kevin Ramshaw from Kapiti Brass returns to reflect on his musical journey and plays us some significant pieces in his life

This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.