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Scoop
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Fashionably Late, But Worth The Wait! New Opening Date Announced For DIVA At Auckland Museum
Press Release – Auckland Museum Exclusive international exhibition brings global icons to Auckland from Saturday 28 June This month, Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum welcomes the spectacular international exhibition DIVA, with a new opening date announced for Saturday 28 June 2025. Exclusive to Auckland, DIVA is a bold celebration of iconic performers who have defined eras, challenged norms and changed the world through the power of performance. Developed by London's Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A), DIVA showcases over 280 objects, including fashion, photography, costumes, music, and design, featuring trailblazing performers who have made their voices heard from the 19th century to today. Through theatrical staging and an immersive musical soundtrack experience, DIVA explores stories of the creativity, ambition, and resilience of some the world's best-known divas, from opera goddesses and silent movie stars to Hollywood legends and today's global megastars. Visitors will encounter legendary names from the worlds of opera, theatre, film, rock and pop music, including Maria Callas, Cher, Madonna, Tina Turner, Marilyn Monroe, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Björk and Billie Eilish and many more. David Reeves, Tumu Whakarae Chief Executive of Auckland Museum, says DIVA promises to be a spectacular experience. 'We had an unexpected delay to DIVA due to our temporary closure in May, but our team has worked incredibly hard to get us back on track, and we're thrilled to now open DIVA on Saturday 28 June. ' DIVA is a tribute to those who've used performance to challenge convention and push boundaries. This is a celebration of the diva identity in all its power and complexity. 'Visitors will be up close with outfits and objects seen in countless iconic movies, pictures, and performances. The costumes are extraordinary in themselves, but they also represent powerful stories of immense talent, resilience, transformation and cultural revolution. 'These divas didn't just perform, they reshaped the stages they stood on and the world watching them,' says Reeves. Curated by V&A's Kate Bailey, DIVA explores the performer, not just as artist, but as an activist and trailblazer. The exhibition shows how divas leverage fame and spectacle to advocate for change, from civil rights to gender equality. Kate Bailey, curator of DIVA, said, 'Today the word diva holds a myriad of meanings. At the heart of this exhibition is a story of iconic performers who with creativity, courage and ambition have challenged the status quo and used their voice and their art to redefine and reclaim the diva. 'It's a privilege to tour DIVA to New Zealand. We are thrilled to be working with Auckland Museum and that this powerful story is being shared around the world. Viva La Diva!' says Bailey. From exquisite couture gowns and showstopping costumes to intimate personal items, visitors will journey through the worlds of some of history's most magnetic performers, and consider how the very idea of 'diva' has been redefined over time. The exhibition is split into two acts, the first traces the origin and legacy of the diva across opera, stage, and screen. The second act explores the construction of the modern diva through fashion, voice, image and political power. Included in the exhibition are over 50 diva looks that have rarely been on public display, including: a stage ensemble worn by Maria Callas as the title role of 'Norma' (1952); the fringed black dress worn by Marilyn Monroe as Sugar 'Kane' Kowalczyk in 'Some Like it Hot' (1959); the only known surviving dress worn by Clara Bow, rarely seen outside of the U.S; iconic costumes designed by fashion designer for the stars Bob Mackie, including looks worn by Tina Turner, P!nk and Cher; a Louis XIV inspired look with towering powdered wig and train worn by Elton John for his 50th birthday celebration, designed by Sandy Powell; and Shirley Bassey 's couture pink gown designed by Julien MacDonald including diamanté-studded wellington boots, worn on stage at Glastonbury (2007). For Auckland Museum's exhibition, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa has lent her millennium coat, worn at the New Year's Day 2000 performance that was broadcast to one billion people around the world. DIVA is on from Saturday 28 June until Sunday 19 October 2025. Tickets are on sale now at Auckland Museum Membership provides unlimited free entry to DIVA, discounted event tickets and exclusive Member-only out more at: DIVA is a V&A exhibition touring the world. DIVA OPEN SAT 28 JUN – SUN 19 OCT 2025 ADULT $25, CHILD 5–15 $15, UNDER 5 FREE FAMILY (2 ADULT, 2 CHILD) $72 CONCESSIONS (ADULTS & SENIORS) $23 FREE FOR MUSEUM MEMBERS DIVA is a dazzling celebration of the artists who have captivated audiences around the world, driven change, and redefined culture. This spectacular international exhibition comes exclusively to Auckland Museum from the V&A in London. Featuring over 280 objects, including show-stopping costumes, fashion, photography, and music, DIVA explores the power, ambition, and artistry of some of the most legendary performers in history. About the V&A The V&A is the world's leading museum of art, design and performance, with collections unrivalled in their scope and diversity. It was established to make works of art available to all and to inspire British designers and manufacturers. Today, the V&A's collections, which span over 5000 years of human creativity in virtually every medium and from many parts of the world, continue to intrigue, inspire and inform.
Scoop
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Fashionably Late, But Worth The Wait! New Opening Date Announced For DIVA At Auckland Museum
Exclusive international exhibition brings global icons to Auckland from Saturday 28 June This month, Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum welcomes the spectacular international exhibition DIVA, with a new opening date announced for Saturday 28 June 2025. Exclusive to Auckland, DIVA is a bold celebration of iconic performers who have defined eras, challenged norms and changed the world through the power of performance. Developed by London's Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A), DIVA showcases over 280 objects, including fashion, photography, costumes, music, and design, featuring trailblazing performers who have made their voices heard from the 19th century to today. Through theatrical staging and an immersive musical soundtrack experience, DIVA explores stories of the creativity, ambition, and resilience of some the world's best-known divas, from opera goddesses and silent movie stars to Hollywood legends and today's global megastars. Visitors will encounter legendary names from the worlds of opera, theatre, film, rock and pop music, including Maria Callas, Cher, Madonna, Tina Turner, Marilyn Monroe, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Björk and Billie Eilish and many more. David Reeves, Tumu Whakarae Chief Executive of Auckland Museum, says DIVA promises to be a spectacular experience. 'We had an unexpected delay to DIVA due to our temporary closure in May, but our team has worked incredibly hard to get us back on track, and we're thrilled to now open DIVA on Saturday 28 June. ' DIVA is a tribute to those who've used performance to challenge convention and push boundaries. This is a celebration of the diva identity in all its power and complexity. 'Visitors will be up close with outfits and objects seen in countless iconic movies, pictures, and performances. The costumes are extraordinary in themselves, but they also represent powerful stories of immense talent, resilience, transformation and cultural revolution. 'These divas didn't just perform, they reshaped the stages they stood on and the world watching them,' says Reeves. Curated by V&A's Kate Bailey, DIVA explores the performer, not just as artist, but as an activist and trailblazer. The exhibition shows how divas leverage fame and spectacle to advocate for change, from civil rights to gender equality. Kate Bailey, curator of DIVA, said, 'Today the word diva holds a myriad of meanings. At the heart of this exhibition is a story of iconic performers who with creativity, courage and ambition have challenged the status quo and used their voice and their art to redefine and reclaim the diva. 'It's a privilege to tour DIVA to New Zealand. We are thrilled to be working with Auckland Museum and that this powerful story is being shared around the world. Viva La Diva!' says Bailey. From exquisite couture gowns and showstopping costumes to intimate personal items, visitors will journey through the worlds of some of history's most magnetic performers, and consider how the very idea of 'diva' has been redefined over time. The exhibition is split into two acts, the first traces the origin and legacy of the diva across opera, stage, and screen. The second act explores the construction of the modern diva through fashion, voice, image and political power. Included in the exhibition are over 50 diva looks that have rarely been on public display, including: a stage ensemble worn by Maria Callas as the title role of 'Norma' (1952); the fringed black dress worn by Marilyn Monroe as Sugar "Kane" Kowalczyk in 'Some Like it Hot' (1959); the only known surviving dress worn by Clara Bow, rarely seen outside of the U.S; iconic costumes designed by fashion designer for the stars Bob Mackie, including looks worn by Tina Turner, P!nk and Cher; a Louis XIV inspired look with towering powdered wig and train worn by Elton John for his 50th birthday celebration, designed by Sandy Powell; and Shirley Bassey 's couture pink gown designed by Julien MacDonald including diamanté-studded wellington boots, worn on stage at Glastonbury (2007). For Auckland Museum's exhibition, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa has lent her millennium coat, worn at the New Year's Day 2000 performance that was broadcast to one billion people around the world. DIVA is on from Saturday 28 June until Sunday 19 October 2025. Tickets are on sale now at Auckland Museum Membership provides unlimited free entry to DIVA, discounted event tickets and exclusive Member-only out more at: DIVA is a V&A exhibition touring the world. DIVA OPEN SAT 28 JUN – SUN 19 OCT 2025 ADULT $25, CHILD 5–15 $15, UNDER 5 FREE FAMILY (2 ADULT, 2 CHILD) $72 CONCESSIONS (ADULTS & SENIORS) $23 FREE FOR MUSEUM MEMBERS DIVA is a dazzling celebration of the artists who have captivated audiences around the world, driven change, and redefined culture. This spectacular international exhibition comes exclusively to Auckland Museum from the V&A in London. Featuring over 280 objects, including show-stopping costumes, fashion, photography, and music, DIVA explores the power, ambition, and artistry of some of the most legendary performers in history. About the V&A The V&A is the world's leading museum of art, design and performance, with collections unrivalled in their scope and diversity. It was established to make works of art available to all and to inspire British designers and manufacturers. Today, the V&A's collections, which span over 5000 years of human creativity in virtually every medium and from many parts of the world, continue to intrigue, inspire and
Daily Mail
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Mariah Carey confuses fans with 'bizarre' interview as the disinterested diva gives robotic answers - leaving some questioning if the clip is AI
Mariah Carey left some of her Australian fans confused after appearing disinterested as she sat down for an interview with The Project on Thursday. The pop diva gave a series of short answers, sometimes uttering single word reposes in a bored monotone while speaking with host Georgie Tunny. When asked how she handles criticism, Mariah replied simply: 'By not coping is what I do.' After a pause she continued: 'I mean, just don't pay attention to it, you know? And everybody else goes through it, so... whatever'. The 56-year-old was also asked what she'd like on her tour rider for her upcoming Aussie tour, to which Mariah oddly replied in deadpan: 'A kangaroo'. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Mariah was likewise asked about her notorious love of good lighting, to which she said dismissively: 'Good lighting is everything. I don't know why people even have rooms that are poorly lit.' The interview plodded along at painful length, with some viewers branding it 'bizarre' and some even asking if the clip was AI. 'Was that an AI version of MC? That poor lady. I feel sorry for you. You did your best. She hasn't been called a DIVA for no reason.. ..Maybe in the shadow sooner then she likes' wrote one person. 'Sure she wasn't an AI version of Carey? Weird smile, no eye contact. Bot for sure' someone else asked. 'That was the most bizarre interview!!' yet another chimed in. The interview comes on the back of news that Mariah is returning to Australia in 2025 to headline Fridayz Live, marking her first tour Down Under in over a decade. Daily Mail Australia exclusively revealed on Tuesday that the pop star will play shows in Sydney and Melbourne later this year. And this October, Fridayz Live hits the road for a massive Australian tour after a year off, bringing a string of major artists to Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth. Five-time Grammy winner Mariah, who is currently on tour in Asia for the 20th anniversary of her album The Emancipation of Mimi, will perform alongside US rapper Wiz Khalifa and Pitbull. 'I missed you terribly, certainly the fans and the people, the beautiful land and the animals, you know, it's Australia, c'mon!' she said. Carey is bringing her dazzling glamour and a setlist stacked with chart-topping tracks to Fridayz Live including Fantasy, Always Be My Baby and We Belong Together. Mariah is also set to bring her Celebration of Mimi tour, commemorating the 20th anniversary of her acclaimed 2005 album The Emancipation of Mimi, to international audiences, with Australian dates expected to be announced soon. 'Mariah has been eager to reconnect with her Australian fans,' an entertainment promoter told Daily Mail Australia on Tuesday. 'The Celebration of Mimi tour is the perfect opportunity to do so, and plans are underway to include Australia in the tour itinerary later this year.' Mariah recently teased fans with an Instagram video featuring an Australian flag and kangaroos marked on a calendar, hinting at upcoming tour dates in the country. This follows the cancellation of her planned 2018 Australian tour due to a 'scheduling conflict'. While official dates and venues are yet to be confirmed, fans are encouraged to stay tuned for announcements. Tickets are expected to sell quickly once released, given Carey's enduring popularity and the anticipation surrounding her return to Australian stages.
The National
15-05-2025
- Politics
- The National
Trans Westminster staff call for clarity over Supreme Court decision
Last month, the UK's highest court ruled that the terms 'woman' and 'sex' refer to biological women and biological sex in the Equality Act 2010. The ruling has led the Scottish Parliament to ban trans women from female toilets, while trans women have also found themselves barred from female football teams. A cross-party group of trans staffers at Westminster have now written to Speaker Lindsay Hoyle expressing concerns about the impact of legal and policy developments on transgender employees working within the Parliamentary estate, according to DIVA magazine. READ MORE: Glasgow Pride bans political parties from event amid Supreme Court fallout The staff group letter was penned by employees affiliated with Labour, the Conservatives, LibDems, Greens, the SNP, Plaid Cymru, and non-partisan House of Commons staff. Theo Shaw, a trans staffer and named point of contact for the letter's return, said: 'This letter is a request for clarity, and it's a plea for visibility and respect. "Trans people in Parliament, like anyone else, deserve clarity, safety, and dignity at work. As a trade union representative in my workplace I think the issue of dignity at work in particular is of fundament importance.' Labour MP Mike Reader (below), Shaw's employer, has also pushed for clarity to be provided to trans employees. (Image: Roger Harris) 'I'm really proud of Theo and the many other staff who've come together to produce this letter," he said. "It's not easy to speak up, especially in a place like Parliament, but they've done it with honesty and strength. "They're asking for clarity and fairness, and in my view that's the least anyone should expect from their workplace. READ MORE: Analysis: What does Anas Sarwar actually think about immigration? "I fully support Theo and I'm sure that the Speaker will take the concerns raised by him and others, very seriously.' Labour MP Emily Darlington, who delivered the letter, added: 'As the heart of the UK's democracy, our job is to ensure that all our staff are welcome, valued and safe. "It's really important that as the Houses of Parliament works through this, that the voices of those affected are heard." The letter seeks guidance on which facilities transgender employees will be permitted to access going forward and whether restrictions on access to single-sex spaces are planned. It also asks how constituency offices are expected to approach these policies and questions the current lack of gender-neutral facilities and the implications for both trans and disabled individuals if accessible toilets are expected to be shared. The group has also called for initiatives to support transgender and LGBT+ employees at a time of heightened tension across the UK. The Scottish Parliament's decision on the use of toilets was informed by interim guidance issued by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), which has told employers which provide single-sex spaces such as toilets and changing rooms to base access on biological sex rather than gender identity. There are around 600 members of staff in the Parliament and 1% of them are said to be transgender.
New York Post
13-05-2025
- Health
- New York Post
Get the DIVA Cup to make periods easier, cleaner and cheaper
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. There are certain milestones in a woman's life when she realizes she's resilient, a master multitasker, and, well… leaks blood. Like, a lot. It's called a period, that magical time of the month when we binge on blueberry muffins and burst into tears at the sight of a puppy. There are signs. And although we've progressed a long way since being placed in solitary confinement over shredding our ovaries. There are more sophisticated ways of handling bloodshed over tampons and pads. Both smell bad, and neither is very hygienic. Let's talk about the DIVA Cup, a simple yet effective way to catch blood flow and dispense easily. It's like the Rolls-Royce of period products, except you park it inside yourself. Not to mention, it's more sustainable because it's reusable. You also won't get TSS (toxic shock syndrome) from using a cup, but you can get it using a tampon. Why risk it when you don't have to? Advertisement Plus, DIVA offers cleaning solutions, lubricants, and even underwear to pair with your new go-to cup. No more walks of shame past your co-worker's desks, slipping tampons up your sleeves like you're smuggling cigs into prison. The cup is made of 100% medical-grade silicone, which is super bendable and can be inserted inside you with ease. No leaks. No pad. No plastic. It is just mindless bliss for 12 hours until you need to empty and rinse. Well, maybe not bliss since it can't remove cramping, but it sure does relieve some stress. DIVA Cup Like anything new, it takes some getting used to. But many women say they love how easy and clean it is. No more smell of dried blood in the trash or that constant anxiety about leaks. Sure, the first try might require a few whispered motivational quotes ('You're a warrior goddess' is a good one to start with), but once you get the hang of it, there's no going back to endless tampon purchases or frantic dashes to the bathroom. The DIVA Cup really can make your life a lot easier and cheaper. Are you ready to give it a try? Learn more about DivaCups here. For over 200 years, the New York Post has been America's go-to source for bold news, engaging stories, in-depth reporting, and now, insightful shopping guidance. We're not just thorough reporters – we sift through mountains of information, test and compare products, and consult experts on any topics we aren't already schooled specialists in to deliver useful, realistic product recommendations based on our extensive and hands-on analysis. Here at The Post, we're known for being brutally honest – we clearly label partnership content, and whether we receive anything from affiliate links, so you always know where we stand. We routinely update content to reflect current research and expert advice, provide context (and wit) and ensure our links work. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change. Looking for a headline-worthy haul? Keep shopping Post Wanted.
