In Review – The Speakeasy

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Joker – a masterpiece of time and place.

October 2, 2019

I am not a huge fan of comics and the multiple universes out there dedicated to their heroes. I enjoy some of the movies in isolation but have never rushed off to see them. So, I approached Joker with a certai...

IN REVIEW: Fleetwood Mac @ Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin

Chontalle Musson

September 22, 2019

Music, rock

Review by Sarah Bowden There’s a massive turnout for Fleetwood Mac on the last night of their tour. Speaking to their immense legacy, there are generations of fans packed into Forsyth Barr Stadium. I am one...

In Review: Ad Astra

Johan Chang

September 20, 2019

Entertainment, Film

Ad Astra is, subjectively speaking, a classical "thinking man's space opera". Directed by James Gray (The Lost City of Z), it's as much science-fiction as it is an excursion into past classics.

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IT: Chapter Two review: bigger budget, bigger run-time, bigger scares

Shawn Moodie

September 5, 2019

Entertainment, Film, Spotlight

Before I get into the review properly I want to get something out of the way early - if you're in the market for scares It Chapter Two delivers. It's a nerve-rattling, fiendishly frightening, and at times down...

IN REVIEW: Dope Lemon

The Speakeasy

August 31, 2019

Alternative, Music

Review by Heather McMillan On entrance to the Powerstation last Thursday there was a contrast of energy and smells reflective of Dope Lemon's band name. A mix of young and old filled the...

IN REVIEW: Half Alive @ The Tuning Fork, Auckland

Chontalle Musson

August 27, 2019

Music

All photography courtesy of Faith . Please credit when reposting.Review by Heather McMillan Young people, the longest merchandise line and joyful faces everywhere was the first impression of Half Alive's We...

In Review: PINAY

Grace Hood-Edwards

August 19, 2019

Theatre

PINAY, the latest venture of Proudly Asian Theatre (PAT), has hit the Basement. The first NZ-Filipino play to be written and presented in Aotearoa, PINAY has been hotly anticipated throughout its development t...

IN REVIEW: Lesiure @ The Powerstation, Auckland

The Speakeasy

July 29, 2019

Music

Review by Heather McMillan It was Friday night and the vibes were easy livin'. With two upbeat openers before Leisure stepped foot onstage the crowd had a party upon party to look forward to. Imugi 이무기 hand...

IN REVIEW: Villainy @ The Powerstation, Auckland

The Speakeasy

July 22, 2019

Music, rock

Review and Photography by Ashlee Grigg A night of rock was kicked into gear by Gisborne band Sit Down in Front who were chosen to open the show through a Smokefree Rock Quest competition. The young punk ban...

IN REVIEW: Foals @ Town Hall, Auckland

Chontalle Musson

July 19, 2019

Music, rock

Review by: Grace Hood-EdwardsPhotography by: Chontalle Musson British math-rock band Foals returned to our shores for the first time in six years with two sold-out shows this weekend. The atmosphere was und...

IN REVIEW: BAYNK @ The Powerstation, Auckland

Chontalle Musson

July 12, 2019

Uncategorized

Review by Heather McMillanPhotography by Chontalle Musson On a wintery Wednesday most would be keeping warm in the comforts of home. But Baynk was on at The Powerstation armed with a high energy, multi-colo...

In Review: 2040

The Speakeasy

July 6, 2019

Entertainment, Film, Watch, Watch and Listen

Review by Chelsea Pickens 2040 is really what we all need right now. Like the majority of young-ish people I know, I worry about climate change when it’s brought to my attention, I try to do things in my ow...

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In Review: ONCE The Musical

Shawn Moodie

July 2, 2019

Comedy, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Music, Spotlight, Theatre

Musicals these days tend to batter you into submission. Many rely on orchestral bombardment, saccharin smiles, and jazz hands in an attempt to win you over. I say that as unashamed fan of the genre (I took a 2...

In Review: The World Press Photo Exhibition

The Speakeasy

June 30, 2019

Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle

Review by Sam Clark The World Press Photo Exhibition has returned for 2019. It is a selection of the world’s best photojournalism, right at our doorstep. The Smith and Caughey’s Queen Street department s...

In Review: Ophelia

The Speakeasy

June 24, 2019

Entertainment, Film

Review by Liz Lauder Many of us are familiar with the story of Ophelia thanks to studying Shakespeare’s Hamlet in 6th Form English class, but this movie adaptation is not like its predecessors. Claire M...

In Review: A Fine Balance

The Speakeasy

June 17, 2019

Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Theatre

Reviewed by Jesse Knight A Fine Balance sees two giants of the Auckland theatre scene - Auckland Theatre Company and Prayas Theatre (New Zealand's biggest South Asian theatre company) - joining forces to ad...

IN REVIEW: Graeme James @ The Tuning Fork, Auckland

Chontalle Musson

June 9, 2019

Alternative, Music

Words by Heather McMillanPhotography by Chontalle Musson The Tuning Fork was full of warmth and happiness during the stormy Thursday night, all in apprehension to hear folk-pop tunes by local musicians Jess...

And The Winners Are… Raw Comedy Quest 2019 Crowns 2 Winners

Oliver Smith

May 24, 2019

Comedy, Entertainment, NZ International Comedy Festival

I made my way to the Rangitira at Q Theatre on Thursday night to witness the final of Raw Comedy Quest, New Zealand’s premier competition, and a launching point for the future of New Zealand Comedy. The nig...

IN REVIEW: Kacey Musgraves @ Auckland Town Hall

Chontalle Musson

May 24, 2019

Country, Music, Pop

Review by Grace Hood-EdwardsPhotography by Chontalle Musson Auckland Town Hall was packed for Kacey Musgrave’s New Zealand debut. This country star seemed to bring New Zealand’s cowboys/cowgirls/cowfolk ou...

NZICF In Review: Traffic Jam – Darcy Murray & Wade Jackson

The Speakeasy

May 23, 2019

Comedy, Entertainment, NZ International Comedy Festival

Review by Wal Reid It was reportedly touted that William Shakespeare said the eyes are the “window to the soul.” If this is the case, then actors Darcy Murray and Wade Jackson are living proof that this can...

New Zealand International Comedy Festival In Review: Alan McElroy Is S#it @ Twitter – Alan McElroy

Oliver Smith

May 23, 2019

Comedy, Entertainment, NZ International Comedy Festival

On Wednesday night, I once again found myself at The Classic Studio, to witness the latest hour of Alan McElroy, fresh from the melbourne festival, with Alan McElroy Is S#it @ Twitter, a man's attempt to make ...

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