Briefs - Close Encounters
Fabulous. Brilliant. Vibrant. Fun. A whole lot of “colossal” brought into one!
Fez Fa’anana, creative director of Breifs - Close encounters, has brought the magic to Auckland. A variety show that encompasses circus, drag, burlesque and comedy all through the art of theatre.
“It’s theatre in a bent, upside down world”. He chuckles.
A New Zealand born Samoan, raised in Australia, Fez felt responsible in portraying strong messages through his new show as an expression of protest and peace.
“For this show in particular, I wanted to address some of the crazy stuff that’s going on at the moment. Cars are being used as weapons, we’ve been questioned about equality and marriage; in Australia there’s uncertainty and un-rest in public spaces… …I just wanted to make a show to demonstrate how extraordinary we humans are.”
Being a Samoan bearded lady brings elements of uniqueness to a show such as this one.
“The Samoan culture is about reflecting your habitat and reflecting your lifestyle. My lifestyle is being an Australian Samoan, born in New Zealand and I feel responsible in representing that contemporary angle.”
A little more of what we need and a little less of what we don’t, Briefs is a show that will have you at the edge of your seat with excitement.
“One thing that will always survive in times of turmoil is creativity and it doesn’t cost anything.”
After a successful tour through Europe, Briefs is now showcasing their show ‘Close Encounters’ at Q theatre from November 21st to December 9th.
Don’t miss out on your ‘close encounter’. If you haven’t already, grab your tickets here!