Category: Arts & Culture
Legendary Music Manager Simon Napier-Bell shares memories of George Michael, Dusty Springfield, Sinead O’Connor, and what it was like to be openly gay in an industry that made money from ‘screwed up kids.’ Simon Napier-Bell is a music industry legend. From managing the likes of Wham!, Sinead O’Connor, and Boney M to writing Dusty Springfield’s […]
Over Zoom, Fez Faanana is a mild-mannered, considered creative who cares deeply for indigenous rights. On stage, his alter ego Shivannah is the commanding, charismatic ringleader of Australian boylesque troupe, Briefs. He talks to YOUR ex about building the Brief’s brand into an international touring juggernaut. After 10 years of selling out festivals worldwide, the […]
In a promising update for the queer community and comedy aficionados alike, Jennifer Saunders, the genius behind the beloved British sitcom Absolutely Fabulous, has hinted at a new project closely linked to the series. This exciting revelation occurred during a recent episode of the Titting About podcast, hosted by Saunders and her lifelong comedy partner, […]
Tauranga Arts Festival Artistic Director Shane Bosher discusses DIVAS with Australian theatre legend Bernadette Robinson. Bernadette Robinson is bringing her remarkable talent to the Auckland stage this October for a limited concert series. In DIVAS, which is directed by the multi-award-winner Simon Phillips (Priscilla, Queen of The Desert, Muriel’s Wedding, The Musical), Bernadette will take […]
Set in Aotearoa, New Zealand, “Mysterious Ways” delves into the passionate love story of an English Anglican vicar and his Samoan boyfriend, providing a poignant examination of the intersections between sexuality, faith, and culture. The kiwi-pacifika film, which is set to grace screens in select cinemas till 7th September, follows a couple’s heartfelt journey to […]
One of Australia’s greatest contemporary playwrights, Joanna Murray-Smith, talks about ATC’s latest production of her play Switzerland, based on the renowned queer author Patricia Highsmith (The Talented Mr Ripley). Joanna discusses the dark character and working with Dame Helen Mirren on the upcoming film adaptation. GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! What inspired you to write Switzerland? […]
Illuminating the stage, Lightscapes promises to be an extraordinary celebration of the RNZB’s 70-year legacy and a testament to the company’s vibrant future. The Royal New Zealand Ballet (RNZB) is set to commemorate its 70th anniversary with a special program entitled Lightscapes. David McAllister, the Interim Artistic Director of RNZB, expressed his excitement about the anniversary, stating, […]
Playwright Ankita Singh (Basmati Bitch) talks about the importance of including a variety of class, caste, religion, and sexuality, in her Asian characters. Like a dramatic Indian soap, my playwriting debut Basmati Bitch has it all: song, dance, sword fights, gangsters, erotica, and epic love confessions between two dudes! If you think this sounds a […]