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Author Natalie Crane

Natalie Crane

Natalie Crane

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Natalie hails from Wellington, the arts and culture capital of NZ. Since moving to Auckland 4 years ago, she’s been thoroughly impressed with Auckland’s attempts to keep up with the coolest little capital. Natalie has a BA in History and Theatre and is a keen thespian and musician. She played a hobbit in The Hobbit movie (extended DVD edition only) and moonlights as rapper Natattack in the underground live music scene performing alongside Scarlett Lashes.

In Review: Hanson at Auckland Town Hall – 27/06/2017

Natalie Crane
June 29, 2017
Main, Music
I hadn’t thought about Hanson, for around 20 years. But now that they were back at the forefront of my mind, I had questions: Had their voices broken?  Would they still sound the same? What does 'Mmmbop' even m...

In review: David Dallas – keeping his hood pass intact

Natalie Crane
May 29, 2017
Main, Music, Spotlight
David Dallas 'Hood Country Club Tour', Friday 26 May, Powerstation. In the words of musician Dam Funk, “you need to keep your hood pass intact y'all, cuz you never know when you gon’ need to go back.” Well,...

NZ International Comedy Festival: Good grief! Making light of a dark subject – Sarah Harpur in review

Natalie Crane
May 10, 2017
Comedy, Entertainment, NZ International Comedy Festival
Good grief! Making light of a dark subject Sarah Harpur in Dead Dad's Club, Tuesday 9 May, Q Cellar By Natalie Crane Sarah Harpur is a spectacular storyteller. She plays an over-enthusiastic salesperson ...

In Review: Mel Parsons down at the bar, swilling drinks, and playing guitar – Galatos 5/5/17

Natalie Crane
May 8, 2017
Main, Music
Mel Parsons - down at the bar, swilling drinks and playing guitar Galatos, Friday 5 May 2017. Review by Natalie Crane I jumped at the opportunity to see Mel Parsons’ live show as she was a past resident of ...

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