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Kumu Kahua Theatre and Bamboo Ridge Press Announce the June 2025 Prompt
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2025
Kumu Kahua Theatre, in collaboration with Bamboo Ridge Press announce the June prompt for their monthly play writing contest, Go Try PlayWrite. Learn more here!
Kumu Kahua Theatre Presents The World Premiere Of Ryan Okinaka's THE GOLDEN GAYS
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2025
Kumu Kahua Theatre will wrap its 54th season with the world premiere of RYAN OKINAKA'S THE GOLDEN GAYS—a play celebrating found family, friendships, and new self-discoveries regardless of age.
Kumu Kahua Theatre Reveals New 55th Season 
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2025
Keeping it local since 1971, Kumu Kahua Theatre is kicking off its 55th Season of plays by and for the people of Hawaiʻi with a focus on strong female characters.
Previews: SUMMER THEATRE PREVIEW ROUNDUP
by F.H. Kekoa - May 26, 2025
Don't miss these great theatre offerings this summer!
Review: KIM'S CONVENIENCE at Mānoa Valley Theatre
by F.H. Kekoa - May 22, 2025
A perfect night out for AANHPI Month, now extended through June 8. Kim's Convenience is a particularly good choice of show to offer during AANHPI Month,
Kumu Kahua Theatre Will Host Improvisation Class Taught By Michael Donato
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2025
Kumu Kahua Theatre STAGES (Supporting Theatre Arts - Guidance and Education Series) announces a new class for local improvisation students. Learn more here!
MAN OF LA MANCHA Begins At Diamond Head Theatre Next Week
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2025
Diamond Head Theatre will present the Tony Award-winning musical Man of La Mancha from May 23 through June 8 (may extend). The musical tells the story of Cervantes-imprisoned during the Spanish Inquisition-who defends his life and honor through a powerful tale of a man who dares to dream an impossible dream.
Kumu Kahua Theatre Will Host Playwriting Class Taught By Victoria Nalani Kneubuhl
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2025
Kumu Kahua Theatre will host an all new free playwriting class taught by Victoria Nalani Kneubuhl.  This class will take place online, via Zoom
6 Consecutive Saturdays.
Victoria Nālani Kneubuhl Will Teach Virtual Class at Kumu Kahua Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2025
Award-winning playwright, Victoria Nālani Kneubuhl, will teach via the Kumu Kahua Theatre virtual classroom. Learn more about the upcoming class and how to attend here!
Kumu Kahua Theatre and Bamboo Ridge Press Announce The May 2025 Prompt
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
​​​​​​​Kumu Kahua Theatre, in collaboration with Bamboo Ridge Press have announced the May prompt for their monthly play writing contest, Go Try PlayWrite.
Asia Pacific Dance Festival 2025 Returns to Honolulu
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2025
The Asia Pacific Dance Festival (APDF) is set to return to the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. This immersive two-week event offers attendees a unique opportunity to experience the rich dance traditions of Asia and the Pacific.
Review: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Blaisdell Center
by F.H. Kekoa - April 24, 2025
The curtain rises on Tina Turner (Jayna Elise) in her iconic red leather minidress and lioness mane about to ascend a set of stairs to a stadium of eager fans. She panics, steps back down the stairs, sits cross-legged on the floor, and begins chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, a Buddhist chant invoking inner strength and transformation of suffering.
Pat Sajak Will Star in PRESCRIPTION: MURDER in Hawaii
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Television icon Pat Sajak, known for his long-standing role as the host of 'Wheel of Fortune,' will return to the stage in a special theatrical performance this summer in Hawaii.
Honolulu Theatre For Youth Reveals 71st Season
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2025
Honolulu Theatre for Youth has announced its 71st season with nine (9) productions slated for the 2025-2026 season. Learn more about the upcoming lineup here!
​Kumu Kahua Theatre Hosts Special Workshop Held at Key Project
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2025
Kumu Kahua Theatre is offering newcomers to the craft of playwriting the opportunity to attend a free limited-space workshop, held at the Kualoa-Heʻeia Ecumenical Youth (KEY) Project creative spaces in Kaneohe.
Review: PARADE at Mānoa Valley Theatre
by F.H. Kekoa - March 31, 2025
“Bring tissues,” said absolutely everyone when I told them I was seeing Parade at Mānoa Valley Theatre. I waved off their warnings, as I was already familiar with the show, as well as the true story of the contentious 1913 trial of Leo Frank on which the show is based. My hubris, however, was no match for this stunningly beautiful production, but my watery eyes were not the result of the tragedy of the protagonists, nor of the cruelty and bigotry at the forefront of the story.
Review: Cirque du Soleil AUANA at OUTRIGGER Waikīkī Beachcomber Hotel
by F.H. Kekoa - March 21, 2025
E ola ka lāhui!
Kumu Kahua Theatre And Bamboo Ridge Press Announce The Winner Of The February 2025 Go Try PlayWrite
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2025
The February Go Try PlayWrite winner is Bella Poynton for her piece GIRLAXY WARS! -or- Hell For Dude-Bros and Other Misogynist Jerks. Bella Poynton is a playwright, actor, and theatre historian.
THE MAGIC OF POLLY AMNESIA Comes To Kumu Kahua Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2025
Kumu Kahua Theatre will present the world premiere of THE MAGIC OF POLLY AMNESIA, written and directed by Tony Pisculli. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
Review: GREASE at Diamond Head Theatre
by F.H. Kekoa - March 19, 2025
What did our critic think of GREASE at Diamond Head Theatre? Leave 2025 behind, put your gladrags on, and lace up your saddle shoes, because Grease has arrived at Diamond Head Theatre, and tonight everybody's gonna party like it’s 1959!
World Premiere Musical and More Set for UHM Kennedy Theatre 62nd Season
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2025
UHM Department of Theatre & Dance and Kennedy Theatre will present the 2025-2026 Production Season. See the lineup and learn more!
Mānoa Valley Theatre Unveils 2025-2026 Season Lineup
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2025
Mānoa Valley Theatre has revealed its highly anticipated 2025-2026 season which includes Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Dial M for Murder, Spring Awakening, Yellow Face, and more.
Matthew Singer Comes To Kumu Kahua Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2025
Kumu Kahua Theatre will host acclaimed magician Matthew Singer with a two-evening engagement, showcasing some of the world's finest magic in its intimate setting. Learn more here!
Honolulu Theatre For Youth and The Hawai'i State Foundation on Culture and The Arts Reveal Poetry Out Loud Finals
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2025
Honolulu Theatre for Youth (HTY) and the Hawai'i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts have announced the winner of the 2025 Poetry Out Loud Hawai'i Final. Learn more here!
Review: RENT at Kennedy Theatre At UH Mānoa
by F.H. Kekoa - March 10, 2025
RENT is as relevant as ever, and UHM did it justice.

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