Day: April 26, 2023

Growing up mixed race in 1990s Australia, I never really knew where I belonged. Half Māori and half Scottish, my father was too brown for me to be white, and my skin was too white for me to be brown. Disconnected from culture, I always had a feeling of being lost. Coupled with the all […]

French-influenced harbour town Akaroa offers an abundance of charm, character, attractions, and eateries, making it the perfect retreat for a romantic weekend. Located just a 90-minute (very pretty) drive from Christchurch, it is a must to include in your itinerary the next time you visit the garden city. Where to Stay: FRENCH BAY HOUSE – […]

My favourite part of working in comedy is coming up with titles. I’ll think, “That’s a good title for a show; some comedian should write that,” and then I remember, “Oh yeah, that’s my job; I get to write that!” Them Fatale, my stand-up show with songs, has the title I’m most proud of creating. […]

When I was 15, I sat inches from the TV in the family lounge room. The glow from the old CRT monitor lit my face up as I nervously turned the volume down even lower so it was barely audible, even from this distance. With many nervous glances around, I watched myself being represented in […]

Coming from a childhood filled with Scottish folk music in Dundee, Scottish soloist James Crabb’s remarkable career now sees him described as “explosive” and “dazzling” by critics worldwide and an internationally acclaimed virtuoso of the classical accordion. Now coming to Auckland in May, his performance with the APO promises to be an unforgettable experience. He […]