She's part of New Zealand acting royalty, and shows no sign of slowing down.

Jennifer Ward-Lealand has had many, many roles in film, television and theatre, picking up a New Zealand Order of Merit for her long-lasting career.

Her latest role is Delicious Oblivion, as part of the Auckland Live Cabaret Season this week.

Ward-Lealand joined Francesca Rudkin to discuss her love of cabaret, the life of an actor, and collaborating and working alongside her actor husband Michael Hurst.