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LINE CIRCLE SPHERE Comes to Honolulu Theatre For Youth
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2026
Honolulu Theatre for Youth will stage LINE CIRCLE SPHERE, a special Valentine's Day performance, showcasing creative storytelling through physical theater. Learn more here!
Review: DIAL M FOR MURDER at Mānoa Valley Theatre
by F.H. Kekoa - January 28, 2026
Dial M will appeal will appeal to both new audiences as well as traditionalists who are fans of the 1954 film. Don’t open the door. Don’t answer the phone.
Kumu Kahua Theatre and Bamboo Ridge Press Reveal Winner Of December Prompt
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2026
Kumu Kahua Theatre, in collaboration with Bamboo Ridge Press, has announced the winner of their December writing prompt contest. The event highlights emerging writers and celebrates local literary talent.
Kumu Kahua Theatre to Showcase New Talent in 2026 Directing Class
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2026
Kumu Kahua Theatre will present its 2026 Directing Class, highlighting emerging directors in a series of innovative productions. Learn more about the class here!
TWO NAILS, ONE LOVE World Premiere Set for Kumu Kahua Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
Family estrangements and a little known history weave through a powerful play as Kumu Kahua Theatre will present Two Nails, One Love by Lee A. Tonouchi, based on the novel by Alden M. Hayashi.
Anthony Pfluke Celebrates New Album KU‘U LEI LOKELANI with Release Event
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2026
Anthony Pfluke will celebrate the release of his new album Kuʻu Lei Lokelani with a live concert at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on January 31. The evening features special guest Kālaʻe Camarillo and supports the Maui Food Bank.
Review: SEVEN GUITARS at TAG
by F.H. Kekoa - January 15, 2026
Though the production overall was a bit hit-or-miss for me, I was nonetheless impressed by the design and some stand-out performances, and am genuinely delighted that this show, one of my personal favorites of the Century Cycle, gets to live again on the TAG stage.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards
by BWW Awards - January 13, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Maui Arts & Cultural Center to Present Free Public Programs In Conjunction With OCEAN OF PEACE
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2026
Maui Arts & Cultural Center will present two free public programs in conjunction with the Schaefer International Gallery exhibition OCEAN OF PEACE, which features six contemporary artists of Micronesian heritage.
Kumu Kahua Theatre And Bamboo Ridge Press Reveal January 2026 GO TRY PLAYWRITE Prompt 
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2026
Kumu Kahua Theatre, in collaboration with Bamboo Ridge Press, has announced the January 2026 prompt for Go Try PlayWrite, its monthly playwriting contest.
Kumu Kahua Theatre and Bamboo Ridge Press Unveil Winners of Fall 2025 Go Try PlayWrite Contests
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2026
Kumu Kahua Theatre and Bamboo Ridge Press have announced the October and November winners of their monthly Go Try PlayWrite playwriting contest, which invites writers to create short works in response to a themed prompt.
Blue Note Hawaii Sets 10 Year Celebration in January with Josh Tatofi, Iam Tongi, & More
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2025
Blue Note Hawaii is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a January lineup that includes Josh and Iam Tatofi, The Carole King & James Taylor Story, and more. Check out the full lineup here.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards; PARADE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
John Craigie Comes to the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in February
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center will present indie folk singer-songwriter John Craigie in concert in the  McCoy Studio Theater, on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 7:30 pm.
MFA/BFA Dance Concert INTERTWINED | UNRAVELED Comes to UHM Kennedy Theatre in January
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2025
The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa's Department of Theatre & Dance and Kennedy Theatre will present Intertwined | Unraveled, 2026 MFA/BFA Dance Concert featuring original choreographic works by graduating MFA and BFA student artists.
Honolulu Theatre For Youth To Present Hawaiʻi Premiere Of AANIKA'S ELEPHANTS
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2025
Honolulu Theatre for Youth will stage the Hawaiʻi premiere of AANIKA'S ELEPHANTS, a family-oriented play written by Sesame Street writer Annie Evans. Performances will take place at Tenney Theatre in downtown Honolulu.
Tickets On Sale This Week for LŌKAHI: A CELEBRATION OF MAUI With Lukas Nelson, Paul Simon, Stephen Wilson Jr., And Lily Meola
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
Lōkahi: A Celebration of Maui will bring Lukas Nelson, Paul Simon, Stephen Wilson Jr., Lily Meola, the Maui Country Band, and additional guests to the A&B Amphitheater/Yokouchi Pavilion for a community-focused benefit event.
Review: CHICAGO at Blaisdell Center
by F.H. Kekoa - December 04, 2025
The Windy City has swept onto Oʻahu in a whirl of sequins, feathers, and enough razzle dazzle to power Honolulu City Lights!
Maui Arts & Cultural Center To Present OCEAN OF PEACE In Schaefer International Gallery
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2025
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center will present OCEAN OF PEACE, a group exhibition featuring six Micronesian artists whose work examines cultural narratives across the Pacific.
Kumu Kahua Theatre Unveils December DARK NIGHT BENEFIT SERIES
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
Kumu Kahua Theatre will present a series of Dark Night programs in December—Improv Superette’s Holiday Extravaganza and The Work—as part of a fundraising initiative benefiting the Honolulu theatre.
Review: PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT at Mānoa Valley Theatre
by F.H. Kekoa - November 25, 2025
What did our critic think of PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT at Mānoa Valley Theatre?
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 15
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 15 performers in both age groups. The Top 15 includes...
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 15 Revealed
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2025
Who will make the Top 15 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, November 21 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out!
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards
by BWW Awards - November 20, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards. The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
World Premiere of LINE CIRCLE SPHERE Comes to Honolulu Theatre For Youth
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2025
Honolulu Theatre for Youth (HTY) and Capitol Modern: The Hawaiʻi State Art Museum have announced a new production specifically designed with and for young people who have developmental differences, are neurodivergent, and/or have high needs.

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