Haus of Bears: Bear Week

“Haus of Bears” is a concert and variety showcase that celebrates the creativity, talent, and diversity of LGBTQI+ communities in Tāmaki Makaurau. The project will bring together musicians, dancers, drag performers, choreographers, make-up artists, and technicians to create a professional, inclusive live event during Bear New Zealand Week 2026.

Performers & Artists – Sound and Support

Luke Bird – Mr Bear New Zealand 2025, multimedia personality and community figure.

DC Harding – Mr Bear Congeniality 2025, Los Angeles Music Award Winner (Best Male Pop Artist, 2014).

Ralph Corke – Actor, performance artist, and the one and only “Thunder Bear,” runner-up Mr Bear New Zealand.

Izzy Matela – Modern Asian Dance Fusion artist blending Asian, Filipino, and Bear culture into innovative performance.

Sound by Urge Events – LGBTQI+ owned and operated, leaders of gay dance parties in Auckland and across New Zealand.

Mitch Ganon – Choreographer, stage production manager, costume designer, and makeup artist. Designed the winning costume for Miss World New Zealand 2025 and makeup artist for DC Harding.