Day: May 24, 2023

Celebrating its fourth year, Elemental Nights promises an exceptional concert series in Auckland featuring a star-studded lineup of international acts and beloved local artists. Among the headliners are the UK rock band IDLES, Mercury Prize-nominated rapper Loyle Carner, Swedish pop sensation Tove Lo, and New Zealand’s own Bic Runga, presenting the 20th anniversary of her […]

Swiss watchmaker Swatch has found itself embroiled in controversy as Malaysian authorities confiscated 164 rainbow-coloured watches from its Pride collection. Taking place across eleven shopping malls in Malaysia, including the capital city of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysian officials raided retailers leaving Swatch’s CEO, Nick Hayek, in disbelief that a collection promoting peace and love could be […]

“We are everywhere” was one of the first slogans I recall seeing from the Gay Liberation Movement. It serves as a reminder of our existence, which has been constant throughout history. People from all walks of life, including truck drivers, lawyers, retail workers, politicians, the unemployed, the wealthy, the young, the old, and individuals from […]

Tyran Parke is a director, singer, and producer who is the head of the Victorian College of The Arts’ Musical Theatre Program. He is a huge fan of legendary, gay musical composer Stephen Sondheim, and on Thursday, 22 June will join the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra (APO) for A Night of Sondheim, celebrating his classic songs. […]

Kinky Boots is about to arrive in New Zealand! Adding sequins and sparkle to Auckland’s home of musical theatre, The Civic, from Thursday, 25 May, and Wellington’s St. James Theatre from Wednesday, 28 June. GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! Featuring a Tony and Grammy-winning score by pop legend Cyndi Lauper, along with direction and choreography by […]