Category: Arts & Culture
Ria Hall and the Auckland Philharmonia unite to light up Matariki with music and meaning. This June, celebrate identity, heritage, and togetherness as Ria Hall joins the Auckland Philharmonia for a one-night-only concert honouring Matariki, the Māori New Year. Taking place on Thursday, 19 June at Auckland Town Hall, this moving performance will reimagine Hall’s […]
For decades, Queer was considered the lost novel of William S. Burroughs—a raw, unfiltered expression of longing and isolation, written in the 1950s but only published in 1985. Now, director Luca Guadagnino has brought this work to the screen, shaping it into an intimate, hauntingly beautiful love story that challenges conventional narratives of queer relationships […]
TikTok sensation and comedian Benito Skinner, better known as Benny Drama, is stepping into the spotlight with his own irreverent TV comedy, Overcompensating. The bold new series, which just dropped its first trailer, promises a wild ride through college life—with a very queer, very chaotic twist. With the tagline “College… come as you aren’t,” the […]
The latest episode of The White Lotus has sent shockwaves through fans with a scene that even made Patrick Schwarzenegger nearly throw up while filming. In episode 5, titled “Full Moon Party,” the HBO series took its dark and scandalous themes to a new level when two brothers—Saxon (Patrick Schwarzenegger) and Lochlan (Sam Nivola)—kiss after […]
Lil Nas X is once again proving why he’s one of the most exciting artists in music today. Since March 10, the Grammy-winning rapper has been dropping a new single daily, teasing what appears to be a bold, vibrant new era. His latest releases—“DREAMBOY,” “BIG DUMMY!,” “SWISH,” and “RIGHT THERE”—all reflect a Barbie-inspired aesthetic, drenched […]
With four days of queer stage shows, big international names, local heroes, and tickets from just $5 – The Court Theatre’s Rainbow Theatre Weekend is giving drama, mama! Ōtautahi Christchurch is set to come alive with colour and celebration as The Court Theatre proudly presents its second annual Rainbow Theatre Weekend. Running from Thursday 20 […]
RuPaul’s Drag Race continues to expand across the globe, but some of the biggest drag superstars have built massive fan bases without ever stepping foot in the werkroom. From musicians and comedians to models and influencers, these queens are reshaping pop culture, LGBTQ+ visibility, and mainstream entertainment. Here’s a look at the top 10 most-followed […]
Just when you thought your Mardi Gras FOMO couldn’t get any worse, Australia’s LGBTQ+ Mecca keeps giving us reasons to return. We start our stay by checking in at the QT Sydney (@QTSydneyHotel). There are few hotel chains that I have as much faith in as the QT. Every branch is unique and seamlessly blends […]