Wellington
Hugo Grrrl is a Wellington-based drag king, fulltime performer, MC, producer, and writer. In 2017 he became national champion of the King of all Kings NZ drag king pageant, and in 2018 he won season one of NZ's drag race House of Drag — making him the first drag king ever to both feature in and win a televised drag reality competition. His events are known for being inventive and sparkly, working across all manner of social spaces. Beyond performing, Hugo Grrrl is a creator of work for the next generation. He took home the 2020 Playmarket New Zealand Plays for the Young Award for *The Glitter Garden*, billed as the world's first drag musical for kids, and has since developed a TV show for tamariki called *Mr Hugo's Little Library*, bringing stories to life through song, performance, and vibrant costumes.
High glamour, high voltage and full-spectrum brilliance. Five of Aotearoa's most iconic drag performers in two show rounds, with Kita Mean taking the decks between sets and after the final performances. Presented by Squealing Pig. R18.
The greatest show on earth — a full-scale, high-camp spectacle of glamour, comedy, and pure entertainment.
A Halloween drag spectacular — abominations unto gender, creatures of illusion, the horror, the glamour, the gore! Hosted by Hugo Grrrl.
Hugo answers incredibly complex meteorological questions at Hugo's Rainbow Show during Wellington Pride. Two shows only.
Hugo's Rainbow Show - last show in Auckland for the year. Kids love drag!
Hugo's Rainbow Show at The Court Theatre. One show only. A full circle moment for Hugo, a Cantabrian who grew up watching shows at the theatre.
A star-studded cast of powerhouse professionals unite for this strip-show spectacular with an all-queer and all-bare lineup. Hosted by Hugo Grrrl.
The hottest up-and-coming strippers, titillators and rule-breakers feature in this stacked lineup of exciting newcomers in the Tāmaki burlesque scene — 13 cabaret acts celebrating emerging stars, hosted by drag king Hugo Grrrl.
A glittering and gay drag extravaganza featuring twenty fabulous local drag queens lighting up the TAPAC stage. Support local drag at this queer and fearless drag spectacular during Auckland Pride.
Aotearoa's biggest free rainbow festival, hosted by Kita Mean and Anita Wigl'it. The Big Gay Out mainstage features a line-up of exceptional performers from Aotearoa and around the world. Drag and dance performances throughout the day plus the Thirst Trap Ball ballroom event.
Drag superstar Hugo Grrrl hosts a musical, magical adventure exploring the science of the skies — meteorology, the sun, clouds, and rainbows. Designed for kids two to ten years old, and neurodivergent whānau.
Auckland Pride Festival comedy celebration in MOTAT's Aviation Hall featuring a sparkling array of LGBTQI+ comedians. Aviator cocktails available; doors open 6pm, show starts 7pm.
"It's enormous. It's throbbing. It's positively engorged. It's the Drag King Megashow!" A camp and cocky cabaret featuring over twenty drag kings — seasoned professionals and brand-new boys alike — with an extra special boyband finale number. Part of Auckland Pride Festival 2026.
