Night of the Queer
NIGHT OF THE QUEER
In its triumphant sixth year under the creative direction of Luck & Schooney, Night of the Queer has been a dazzling fixture of the Auckland Pride Festival since its inception in 2015. Co-produced with TAPAC, this annual cabaret-style show has evolved into a celebratory and inclusive extravaganza, providing a vibrant platform for Auckland's most talented queer performers and emerging artists.
Previously run and directed by the fabulous Taane Mete and Taiaroa Royal, Night of the Queer transitioned under the skilful stewardship of Luck & Schooney in 2018. Since then, the show has continued to thrive, offering a unique exploration of diverse queer themes each year. The venue is transformed into a welcoming world where attendees are invited to sit back, relax, and ultimately find themselves dancing in their seats. Night of the Queer showcases a fusion of dazzling dance, extraordinary aerial artistry, sassy song, bold burlesque, and diva-licious drag, making it a must-attend spectacle for all theatre lovers.
Upcoming show
Poster Design: James Roque
Embark on a stellar journey as Night of the Queer, an immersive cabaret experience, returns for its cosmic sixth year around the Sun. An Auckland Pride Festival staple, this event promises an out-of-this-world extravaganza that will leave you breathless. Join us at the Galaxies Premier cabaret space station, 'Club 86,' and don your most extravagant outfits, for the night is set to be filled with intergalactic wonders.
This year's lineup includes audience favourites James Luck, A.K.A Elektra Shock, and the dazzling Rebekkah Schoonbeek, who will be joined by the sensational Ellyce Bisson, Colette Winks and Aeyla Duncan, as well as an array of other interstellar talents.
Conceived by the ingenious minds of Luck & Schooney and co-produced with TAPAC, Night of the Queer is a cosmic delight that will have you dancing out of your seats. Prepare to witness a collision of breathtaking entertainment and embrace the vibrancy and diversity of the LGBTQ+ community in this unforgettable celebration of queerness.
Past Shows
2023
2021
2020
2019
2018
BTS - 2021
Reviews
“A sassy, sizzling and fun piece. Keyword being FUN” - Theatre Scenes
“Bold, risqué and deliciously satisfying … a cult classic in the making” - NZ Herald.
"The room comes alive – the supportive energy a renewing, electric current. It feels like an hour and a half of bodies pressed against us, a mental hug for everyone who has ever felt ‘other. Lighthearted but full of heart, Night of The Queer teaches us without preaching.’ - Theatre Scenes 2020
