Category: Events
From the celebration of Auckland’s parade to Wellington’s community-rooted celebrations, and Christchurch’s evolving grassroots programme, the 2026 Pride season in our major cities promises something for everyone. Tāmaki Makaurau – Auckland (1–28 February) Auckland celebrates PRIDE throughout February, transforming neighbourhoods, streets, galleries, and public spaces into vibrant expressions of LGBTQ+ culture, artistry, and visibility. This […]
From Baby Bear to Proud Otter: Matt McVeigh’s Journey to the Mr Bear NZ Stage After a decade in Aotearoa, UK-born Matt McVeigh is ready to take the stage for Mr Bear New Zealand 2026 — and he’s doing it with a cheeky grin. “I moved to New Zealand 10 years ago, and somewhere along […]
Amid ongoing discussions around the governance of the Sydney Mardi Gras Board, one thing remains crystal clear: 2026’s Festival has more trans led events than ever before This year, the 2026 Sydney Mardi Gras Festival turns up the volume with Hot Trans Mardi Gras – a fiery, unapologetic and joy-filled program that places trans and […]
Auckland Philharmonia’s 2026 Season promises a rich tapestry of musical brilliance, so mark your calendars and get booking for a season of international stars, local legends and cinematic magic. Among the season’s major highlights are New Zealand debuts from internationally acclaimed artists, including cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason, and conductor Stéphane Denève. The season also marks the […]
The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras (SGLMG) Board is facing backlash from members and advocacy groups after choosing not to implement several resolutions passed at the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM), including those supporting trans rights and reforms to anti-discrimination law. The controversy has prompted calls for an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM), with critics […]
Power. Ambition. Betrayal. These are the driving forces behind the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s (RNZB) powerful new season opener: a fiercely contemporary take on Macbeth, reimagined by award-winning choreographer Alice Topp. Set to premiere between 25 February and 21 March 2026, this fresh interpretation of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy dives into a modern world fuelled by […]
Performer & choreographer Oli Mathiesen (one of contemporary dance’s hottest young talents) discusses his new work The Butterfly Who Flew Into the Rave, queer endurance, and the art of exhaustion. By the time The Butterfly Who Flew Into the Rave reaches its final moments, something in the room has shifted. Sweat slicks the performers’ bodies. […]
Frontier Touring and Penny Drop have announced that acclaimed New Zealand duo Elliot & Vincent will join Ethel Cain’s The Willoughby Tucker Forever Tour as special guests for all Australian and New Zealand dates this February. The eleven-date tour marks the return of Ethel Cain, the celebrated project of Florida-born multidisciplinary artist Hayden Anhedönia, and has […]