Category: Events
“Ze”: Queer as Fuck! is a dark comedy about sex, gender, and the expanding parade of labels and identities Michelle/Ryan claims on zir way to pride. In this international queer-origin story, Michelle/Ryan rips the bandage away from zir startling American-Puritan upbringing and is catapulted by each new experience through a complex and surprising “coming out” […]
Are you a fan of Ellen Page? The Emmy-nominated series Gaycation‘s season two premiere will be screened at Whammy Bar next Tuesday, followed by a panel discussion on gender and sexuality. Oh, and did we mention that it’s free? To coincide with Auckland Pride, VICELAND are hosting the event, bringing in artist NIkolai, actress Jess Holly […]
The tagline for The Mikado is “Beautifully Executed Comedy” – the reality is that director Stuart Maunder’s production of Gilbert and Sullivan’s ageless operatic masterpiece kills any doubt of its sway over modern audiences. Redressed in a kinky kimono of Hello Kitty baubles and anime schoolgirls, flamboyant flirtations with political and social currencies, and a […]
Rainbows End theme park was set to host an exclusive Pride Night organized by Rainbow Youth for the Auckland Pride Festival but unfortunately, has had to cancel the event after pre-sale tickets did not sell as well as hoped in order to make the event viable. The LGBTQ+ exclusive event had the theme park opening […]
Basement Theatre – otherwise known as ‘The Beating Heart of Auckland Theatre’, is Auckland’s culture-defining powerhouse – home to an artistic mixtape of the performing arts since 2008. The venue showcases new and local voices, featuring 80% world premieres and over 50% New Zealand work in its programme. The Basement’s unique risk-share model supports emerging […]
Harlem-born GypjaQ (pronounced ‘jip-jack’) is a free-spirited, cyber-soul artist who transcends all barriers, genres and expectations. With deep roots in performance art and a wildly eclectic sound, he provides his audiences with an eccentric and engaging experience. As MC, GypjaQ aims to bring love and unity to the Aroha ’17 NYC House Party. Complete with […]
Gender-fluidity is the buzz phrase of the moment, an insight born in our Rainbow Community and gifted to the outer world. But there is some reason for thinking that Shakespeare, 400-odd years ago, was very familiar with the concept. In most of his comedies, there is at least one cross-dressing character and sometimes two. The […]
As part of Auckland Pride, RainbowYOUTH will be holding their open day this Saturday. This means members of the public can go in and ask questions about what the organisation does, what support it provides, and maybe check out the space. In addition to its open day, RainbowYOUTH will also be launching an exhibition of […]