Category: People
We change things up a little this month and chat with our editor’s very own mum, Gaylene Hawley-Simmonds. Tell express readers a little about yourself. I am a 56 year old woman who for the first 46 years of life was heterosexual…..or so I thought! About ten years ago I fell for another woman six […]
express takes pleasure in presenting those in our community who have been successful in their chosen field, whether it be artistic, business, sporting or other. This month, Zakk d’Larté meets up with Grayson Coutts about his success as a freelance makeup artist. Hi Grayson! Firstly how did you get started in the makeup business? Quite […]
Lewis Rowe describes himself as an entrepreneur and socialite with a keen eye for detail, classic fashion…. and a love for a glass of champagne! His spring style aesthetic is classic, block colours, crisp white shirts, and fine detail, for example, understated patterns, contrast stitching, and pocket squares. Lewis has no problem dressing for the […]
Lucy Lawless is somewhat of a goddess in the LGBT+ community, even the mention of her name is enough to make people swoon. Our favourite warrior princess and fierce ally is back, taking to the stage as the sexy, hedonistic lesbian in Pleasuredome; an immersive musical theatre experience bringing New York’s West End to Auckland’s […]
After 8 months at express, Chanel has handed in her resignation to pursue further opportunities in other parts of the media industry. Chanel commented that, “the past 8 months has been an amazing experience putting out a magazine for the rainbow community. Thank you to all those who welcomed me with open arms and it […]
Now in its third year, Te Pou Theatre’s Kōanga Festival gathers together the community for a celebration of new stories and storytellers, in association with Going West Festival. Two incredible and openly gay artists are taking part in Te Pou’s brand new innovative development programme for Māori playwrights, part of Kōanga Festival which launches this […]
Stephen Williams appears in Velvet which debuts on 23 September. He runs over what he likes about the show and how he keeps that body looking great! What are you most excited about in your performance for Velvet? I think just getting a new audience to play with every night is pretty fun and exciting. […]
Zakk d’Larté sat down with Auckland-based Māori designer Ryan Turner ahead of the upcoming New Zealand Fashion Week. Inspired by androgynous European and Japanese styles, Turner’s designs originate from the combination of these two opposing cultures. His label offers unisex clothing and apparel to people of all genders, age and size. “One of my goals […]