“Just Ask”: Tim Bain on Bringing Drag Royalty and Bold Theatre to Christchurch
Tim Bain, Associate Artistic Director at The Court Theatre and organiser of Rainbow Theatre Weekend, shares his vision for the event and what makes...
Tētahi Ki Tētahi: Auckland’s Pride Festival Line-Up
Auckland Pride Festival is back this February, offering a month-long celebration of Tāmaki Makaurau's Takatāpui and Rainbow communities.
The Big Events
Auckland Rainbow Parade – 15...
Leather Lungs: ‘A Recipe for Disaster or Brilliance’
Australian cabaret star Leather Lungs returns to Auckland with his new show, Shut Up & Sing, on 13 & 14 February, presented as part...
Mr Bear NZ 2025 Crowned: Luke Bird Takes the Title in Style
New Zealand’s Bear community came together for an unforgettable night as Luke Bird was crowned Mr Bear New Zealand 2025, taking the title in...
NZ Blood Service Confirms ‘Gay Blood Ban’ To End In 2026
The New Zealand Blood Service is set to remove longstanding restrictions on blood donation for gay and bisexual men, with a new individualised risk...
CubaDupa Returns! Over 140 Acts Set to Take Over Wellington’s Cuba Street
CubaDupa has announced an electrifying lineup for its 2025 festival, promising a weekend filled with music, dance, theatre, and art in Wellington’s Cuba Street...
🎭 NZ Fringe 2025: Celebrating 35 Years With 170+ Shows, 40+ Venues, Over 3...
For 35 years, the New Zealand Fringe Festival has been the beating heart of creativity in Aotearoa, providing a stage for daring, innovative, and...
The Journey to Starting a Family
One Kiwi man shares his story of trying to adopt children in New Zealand with his same-sex partner.
As two men in a committed relationship,...
