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Scoop
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Dracula's Second-Ever New Zealand Tour Comes To Palmerston North This Week With Four Shows At The Regent On Broadway
Australia's iconic vaudevillian variety extravaganza Dracula's is in the midst of a seven-city nationwide tour in New Zealand, and is coming to Palmerston North on the 17th, 18th and 19th of July. After selling out their debut New Zealand tour in 2023, Dracula's wild, weird and wonderful cast is back with a brand-new show, Sanctuary, a high-energy, adults-only production that's bursting with thrills, chills and outrageous fun. The tour started in Auckland before heading to Rotorua and Wellington, and following Palmerston North will show in Christchurch, Invercargill and New Plymouth. Initial ticket releases sold out in record time, with extra shows being added in every city to keep up with demand. Dracula's: Sanctuary is part cabaret, part comedy and all chaos delivered with Dracula's signature risqué edge. Musical tributes to icons like Guns N' Roses, Elton John and No Doubt will leave audiences wanting more, with an encore promised for those who cheer the loudest. Dracula's steward and Newman Entertainment CEO Luke Newman says they can't wait to bring the mayhem back to New Zealand stages. 'We were blown away by the response in 2023, and this time, it's even bigger. Sanctuary is next-level Dracula's, and we're so pumped to kick things off in Auckland next week. Get ready for a bloody good time,' he says. New Zealand Tour Dates: Tickets and more information available at
Scoop
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Dracula's Second-Ever New Zealand Tour Kicks Off In Auckland This Week With Three Shows At The Civic
Australia's iconic vaudevillian variety extravaganza Dracula's opens their all-new show at The Civic in Auckland this Thursday 26 June, marking the start of a seven-city nationwide tour. After selling out their debut New Zealand tour in 2023, Dracula's wild, weird and wonderful cast is back with a brand-new show, Sanctuary, a high-energy, adults-only production that's bursting with thrills, chills and outrageous fun. The tour starts in Auckland and goes to Rotorua, Wellington, Palmerston North, Christchurch, Invercargill and New Plymouth. Initial ticket releases sold out in record time, with extra shows being added in every city to keep up with demand. With just days to go until Auckland's opening night, final seats are disappearing fast. Dracula's: Sanctuary is part cabaret, part comedy and all chaos delivered with Dracula's signature risqué edge. Musical tributes to icons like Guns N' Roses, Elton John and No Doubt will leave audiences wanting more, with an encore promised for those who cheer the loudest. Dracula's steward and Newman Entertainment CEO Luke Newman says they can't wait to bring the mayhem back to New Zealand stages. 'We were blown away by the response in 2023, and this time, it's even bigger. Sanctuary is next-level Dracula's, and we're so pumped to kick things off in Auckland next week. Get ready for a bloody good time,' he says. New Zealand Tour Dates: Tickets and more information available at
RNZ News
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- RNZ News
Dracula's Cabaret : A feast for audiences
life and society arts 29 minutes ago "Thrill with excitement and scream with fear!" The man behind Dracula's Cabaret promises their latest show will scare and delight audiences. Luke Newman is a third generation Dracula, he told Jesse what makes their performances stand out from the rest.
BBC News
14-05-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Potton man 'proud' his men's support group is expanding
A man who set up a peer support group to help men deal with anxiety, depression and grief said expanding the service made him feel "proud". Luke Newman, from Potton in Bedfordshire, created For Men to Talk in 2019 following his own struggle with depression. New monthly meetings are to take place in Ampthill, Shefford and Flitwick after the group received funding from the Community Trust Fund - a partnership between the Bedfordshire and Luton Community Foundation (BLCF) and London Luton said it "reflects both a growing demand and a growing awareness that talking openly about mental health is vital to recovery and wellbeing". The community interest company has grown steadily since it started nearly six years ago. It now holds peer support services across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire, including in Biggleswade, Potton, Sandy, Gamlingay, Hitchin and St have also been set up in Aldershot, Hampshire and Stockport, afternoon and evening meetings will be held at The Wingfield Club in Ampthill and The Cornerstone in Shefford, while Chic Celebrations in Flitwick will hold morning and evening sessions. The money will also support existing Biggleswade Newman said the group offered "a safe, non-judgemental environment where men experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and other mental health challenges can share and connect with others who understand". They are held in person, at walking and fishing meetings, and online. He said its mission was "to reduce the stigma around men's mental health by offering spaces where men feel encouraged to talk"."The expansion reflects both a growing demand and a growing awareness that talking openly about mental health is vital to recovery and wellbeing."We're incredibly proud to be expanding our reach across Bedfordshire. It means we can connect with more men who may be struggling in silence."He said the sessions were about "community, understanding and giving men the chance to open up without judgement". Follow Beds, Herts and Bucks news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Bears 2025 draft pick profile: OG Luke Newman
The Chicago Bears continued to shore up the offensive line with the selection of Michigan State guard Luke Newman with the 195th overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft. Newman is a versatile offensive lineman with a ton of potential. He won't be called upon as a starter as a rookie -- with the Bears committing resources to overhauling the entire interior -- but he could develop into a contributor down the line. Whether that's at tackle, guard or even center remains to be seen. Advertisement Here's a quick rundown on Newman: The Basics Height: 6-foot-3 Weight: 312 pounds Age: 23 From: Bloomfield Township, Oakland County, Michigan Breakdown "Newman is a competitive zone-scheme guard with below-average power by NFL standards. He plays with adequate foot quickness to mirror his gaps but his lunging and wide hands need to be corrected. Holes in his technique will be exploited by NFL talent and he might not have enough runway to get them corrected with more coaching." -- Lance Zierlein Dane Brugler's Scouting Report Luke Newman grew up in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., with his parents (John and Tinney). He prepped at Brother Rice High, an all-boys Catholic school, and earned all-league honors at left tackle and defensive tackle. Weighing just 250 pounds, he received only FCS recruiting interest and committed to Holy Cross over Lafayette. He earned the starting left tackle job in his second season and ripped off 37 straight starts. After the 2023 season, he considered going pro but instead jumped into the portal and transferred back home (his parents are both Michigan State alums). Looking to showcase his versatility, he moved to left guard and started every game there in 2024. Advertisement Newman is quick in his pass sets to shuffle, slide and mirror while also tracking blitzers. He has the upper-body torque to dump rushers but doesn't show the same power as a drive blocker to displace in the run game. Overall, Newman will have a tough time controlling the point of attack against long-armed defensive linemen, but his movement skills, demeanor and durability should give him a chance to stand out in an NFL training camp. They Said It "He was one of those guys that as you went through the process, he slowly checked every box and did everything right. And you get to the end of the process and he's clean, bring him on a top 30 [visit], coaches liked him, and it kind of married up." -- Bears director of college scouting Brett Ackley RAS card Luke Newman RAS Grade: C This feels like the Doug Kramer pick from three years ago if Kramer showed promise of playing multiple positions in college and was a little bigger. Having that type of versatility on the offensive line is key, and it's fair to wonder where the Bears might want to put Newman. -- Brendan Sugrue Highlights Follow Bears Wire on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram This article originally appeared on Bears Wire: Bears 2025 draft pick profile: OG Luke Newman
