Category: Arts & Culture
Victoria Falconer is no stranger to the cabaret stage. A multi-instrumentalist, musical director, and all-round queer performance powerhouse, she has made a name for herself across the globe with her daring, high-energy productions. Now, sheâs bringing her signature mix of drag, burlesque, circus, and live music to Aotearoa with SMASHED â The Nightcap, headlining the […]
While it’s easier today to find LGBTQ+ icons and role models, it can sometimes feel as though there were few prominent queer figures in history before the 20th century. Due to widespread discrimination, many LGBTQ+ individuals were forced to remain closeted, making it challenging to identify openly queer historical figures. Fortunately, historians have uncovered evidence […]
Jeremy Allen White, best known for his role in The Bear, is set to star in a limited queer romance series, Enigma Variations, based on the novel by Call Me By Your Name author AndrĂ© Aciman. According to Variety, White will not only play the lead role of Paul but will also serve as a […]
For 35 years, the New Zealand Fringe Festival has been the beating heart of creativity in Aotearoa, providing a stage for daring, innovative, and genre-defying performances. In 2025, the festival marks this major milestone with its most ambitious programme yet, bringing together emerging talent, seasoned performers, and international acts for a three-week celebration of the […]
Luca Guadagninoâs Queer, starring Daniel Craig, Omar Apollo, and Drew Starkey, has won critical acclaim yet was completely shut out of the 2025 BAFTA nominations. The snub has sparked debate among fans and critics, with some questioning whether lingering biases against LGBTQ+ storytelling played a role. Written by Justin Kuritzkes, the film is set in […]
Te Ahurei Toi o TÄmaki Auckland Arts Festival is back this March, bringing a dazzling line-up of local and international talent to TÄmaki Makaurau. From musicals to breathtaking dance and circus performances, The Festival is set to inspire, entertain, and unite audiences. Here are our picks for ten shows you wonât want to miss. 1. […]
Park Sung-hoon, who plays Hyun-ju (Player 120) in the second season of Squid Game, has revealed his commitment to ensuring the character was portrayed with authenticity and respect. The decision to cast Park, a cisgender male, in the role of a transgender woman sparked debate among fans. Series creator Hwang Dong-hyuk explained that casting a […]
Inside sources tell YOUR EX magazine that there are currently no plans to begin filming a fifth season of Drag Race Down Under (DRDU). Traditionally, casting calls for the show start in November, with filming scheduled to begin in February. However, while those timelines were delayed this year, the fourth seasonâreleased exclusively on WOW Presents […]