In this episode, we talk to drag performer Nick Erasmuson about trying to make it in London, drag, political statements, and his love of musical theatre.
Eva Goodcoq
Drag Up Your Life - Wellington! - https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/drag-up-your-life/wellington
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/evagoodcoq/
We are coming to the end of Season One! I know, it’s a bit bittersweet. Sad that it’s coming to an end already, but we’ve got lots of cool things in store next season. Trust me, it’s going to be amazing!
In preparation for our wrap-up episode, I would love to hear from you! Yes, you! If you have a question for me or some feedback, please record a little voice memo and sent it to aliveontightnz@gmail.com
Please keep in touch with us over the Christmas/New Years/summer break by following us on Facebook and Instagram @alivetonightnz – just like our email address!
Kia ora! Noho ora mai.
In this episode we chat to former burlesque artist and current producer, Rachel Rouge, about travel cheats, burlesque, the tricky balance of producing in Wellington, and what kind of animal we would like to be in our next life.
Rachel Rouge
Tickets for The Menagerie: https://www.ticketmaster.co.nz/event/2400578DBC0032A6
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMenagerieNZ/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOTCJHyFmVa1T6wVYGW8Eog
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themenagerienz/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheMenagerieNZ
Mailing List: https://themenagerie.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7a90b66c10a0525a0f639fb72&id=bdd0ca1d11
Website: https://themenagerie.co.nz/
Rachel Rouge's UV Strip Tease: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VdsvlatOlg
Saucy Articles
Wellington venues report calling for a mid-tier venue (2016): https://wellington.govt.nz/-/media/services/community-and-culture/arts/files/midsized-performing-venues-review.pdf
Fee reduction for local performers in Wellington City venues (2018): https://www.stuff.co.nz/entertainment/arts/102167302/fee-reduction-for-local-performers-in-wellington-city-venues
Wellington Report 2019: No room to move in cultural capital - Wellington artists call for mid-tier venue (2019): https://www.stuff.co.nz/dominion-post/news/wellington/116288931/no-room-to-move-in-cultural-capital--wellington-artists-call-for-midtier-venue
In this episode, we talk to actor, director, and writer Moana Ete about drama school, making things clearer, casting, and representation.
BOOSTED Campaign - All of the Above
https://boosted.org.nz/projects/all-of-the-above
Fly My Pretties
https://www.flymypretties.com/shows/upcoming/
A Girl Named Mo
https://www.loop.co.nz/artists/a-girl-named-mo/
For more info about Moana and her social media accounts, go to https://www.moanaete.com/
In this episode, we talk to comedian and producer Jerome Chandrahasen about debating, comedy, running a charity, and hamsters vs. guinea pigs.
Jerome Chandrahasen
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeromechandra
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JeromeChandrahasenComedy
Upcoming shows Jerome is in:
IDIOM - https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/laser-kiwi-presents-idiom-tickets-122634893267
The Menagerie - https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/the-menagerie-variety-show/wellington
Some shows that Jerome is producing:
The Wellington Comedy Club - https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/the-wellington-comedy-club-with-jeremy-elwood/wellington
Saturday Laughs - https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/saturday-laughs-with-eli-matthewson/upper-hutt
Raw Meat Monday - https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/raw-meat-monday-stand-up-comedy/wellington
In this episode, we talk to dancer and choreographer Eliza Sanders of House of Sand, about dance, the balance of working with family, and charging (certain) projects your worth.
House of Sand
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/houseofsandarts
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/houseofsandarts/
Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/houseofsand
Website: http://houseofsand.org/
In this episode, we talk to poet & producer Kate Spencer about the craft of poetry, the personal is political, lockdown, and Level 2 producer logistics.
Kate Spencer:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Creatif-Kate-2785095534864031
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creatifkate/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/kate_the_gate
Website: https://creatifkate.com/
Podcast, A-Couple-A-Sluts: https://michellekasey.com/a-couple-a-sluts
In this episode, we talk to Brianne Kerr about the acting craft, working in the film and television space, the PACE scheme, and publicity and marketing.
In this episode, we talk to lighting designer Tony Black about frames, lighting (of course), gobos, and being on the benefit. Fair warning: this episode features many bad puns.
In this episode, we talk to Tānemahuta Gray, current Kahukura (CEO) and Kaiarataki Toi (Artistic Director) of Taki Rua Productions, New Zealand's unofficial Māori Theatre Company, about dance, musical theatre, funding, and recolonising the narrative.
TAKI RUA
Free whānau/public showing of Ngā Manu Rōreka, the Te Reo Māori Season show, on Thursday 24th September 1pm at National Library of New Zealand - Te Puna Mātauranga o Aotearoa.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/takiruaproductions
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takirua/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/takiruaprod
In this episode, we talk to Eleanor Strathern, A Mulled Whine, about producing, co-op shares, lockdown, and the (hopeful) insurgence of New Zealand work post-COVID.
A Mulled Whine
The Whine List: https://www.facebook.com/amulledwhine/app/100265896690345
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amulledwhine/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amulledwhine/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/amulledwhine
Other information:
Art Murmurs feature: http://www.artmurmurs.nz/features/a-whindy-road-a-brief-history-of-a-mulled-whine
TAHI MAHI video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vy28uUdbzA
In this episode we talk to director and teacher David O'Donnell about acting, directing, and academia, among other things.
In this episode, we talk to artist Alayne Dick about arts, comedy, poetry, and writing, among other things.
Alayne Dick
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alaynekat
In this episode, we talk to George Fowler, aka Hugo Grrrl. George is a huge presence in the Wellington performing arts scene, both as a performer and as a comedy and cabaret producer. We talk about drag, theatre, Hugo Grrrl's Gigs, and other important life lessons.
Hugo Grrrl
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hugogrrrldragking
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hugogrrrl/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/hugogrrrl?lang=en
Eventfinda: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/tour/2018/hugo-grrrl
Red Scare Theatre Company has established itself as an essential part of the Wellington night arts scene. But who are they? What were their humble beginnings? What is important to them?
In this episode, we talk to Cassandra Tse (Artistic Director) and James Cain (Marketing Director) about their work with Red Scare, their part-time jobs and side hustles, as well as their own writing processes.
Red Scare Theatre Company
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedScareTheatreCompany
Instagram & Twitter: @redscaretheatre
What is this? Whom will be interviewed? What will we talk about? Whom is our host? Why does this podcast even exist? Why should you listen?
All questions are answered in this pilot episode.
Our first episode will air Rāhina, toru o Here-turi-kōkā 2020/ Monday 3rd of August 2020.