A night of icons, energy, and unapologetic fabulousness.
Directed by Jennifer ‘Te Atamira’ Ward-Lealand and hosted by the fabulous Luke Bird, come and experience the opening of the Auckland Live Cabaret Festival - your perfect sneak peek into two electrifying weeks of cabaret.
Bringing together a handpicked lineup of festival artists for one unmissable event, this showcase offers a preview of what cabaret does best.
Expect a taste of irresistible 60s pop bangers with Simply Brill.
Wet your taste buds for the award-winning, silly and sexy, Sugar.
Experience some of Auckland’s most iconic drag queens celebrating Caluzzi Cabaret’s 30th Birthday bash, a flash of The Velvet Lounge, and discover Karaoke Heaven.
Whether you’re a cabaret devotee or just a little cabaret curious, this is your chance to taste the sass and spectacle that is Auckland Live Cabaret Festival. Trust us you’ll want more!