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 [email protected]

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 actor and improviser Stevie Hancox-Monk about acting, Shakespeare, neuroplasticity, and dogs.

Stevie Hancox-Monk

https://www.instagram.com/steviehancoxmonk/

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.