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Voting Now Open For The 2018 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards!
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2018
Voting is now open for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Kennedy Theatre Late Night Series Presents MURDER AT THE VICTORIAN ESTATE
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2018
Late Night Theatre Company presents MURDER AT THE VICTORIAN ESTATE!, a murder mystery and improvised comedy, in the Earle Ernst Lab Theatre on November 29-30 and December 1-2, 2018. The Thursday-Saturday performances begin at 9:30 pm with the Sunday "matin-eve" beginning at 7:30pm. Tickets range from $5-10 and are sold at the Kennedy Theatre Box Office one hour prior to the start of the performance.
MVT's 50th Anniversary Season Continues With Moving World Premiere Of SHIPMENT DAY
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2018
Manoa Valley Theatre continues its momentous 50th anniversary play season with the world premiere of Shipment Day, by Hawaii-born playwright, Lorenzo DeStefano. The play, of which an earlier version received the 'Best Play' award in Playbuilders of Hawaii's 2016 New Works Festival, is set in Honolulu between 1934 and 1937, dramatizing the traumatic early life experiences of DeStefano's Portuguese cousin, the well-known leprosy activist Olivia Robello Breitha. It chronicles Olivia's diagnosis with the condition at 18, her two-and-a-half-year confinement at Kalihi Hospital, to the day before her shipment to Kalaupapa, the Hansen's Disease settlement on Molokai. As Hawaii State Department of Health parolee #3306, Olivia would spend the next seventy years of her life, until her death in 2006 at the age of 90, at Kalaupapa.
Paliku Theatre Presents A WALKING SHADOW
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2018
Windward Community College presents A Walking Shadow, written by Taurie Kinoshita and performed by Windward CC Theatre 260 students onstage at Palik? Theatre October 19 through October 27. The performance chronicles the tragic and true story of Myles Fukunaga, a mentally ill 19-year-old, who was executed on Oahu in 1929. This heartbreaking, expressionistic drama recounts Fukunaga's horrifying descent into madness, his unspeakable crime, and the ultimate injustice of his trial and death sentence.
The Hawaii State Theatre Council Announces New Officers
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2018
The Hawaii State Theatre Council Members elected new officers for 2019.  For the first time in the 48 year history of the organization, all four of the elected officers are women.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Comes To Castle Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2018
The Castle Performing Arts Center presents THE ADDAMS FAMILY, running from Nov. 4 to Nov. 11. 
Kennedy Theatre Presents FALL FOOTHOLDS: INTERSECTIONS
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2018
The University of Hawai'i at M?noa's Department of Theatre and Dance and Kennedy Theatre present Fall Footholds: Intersections, a biannual dance concert series featuring student choreography and performance. The program features eight works showcasing the talents of PhD in Performance Studies candidates, Master of Fine Arts in Dance candidates, and undergraduate Dance student artists who explore how multiple aspects of life and society intersect. Performances are November 14, 15, 16, and 17 at 7:30 p.m., and November 18 at 2:00 p.m. in the Earle Ernst Lab Theatre. A free post-show rap will follow the Friday, November 16 performance. Tickets are $8-$18.
Honolulu Theatre For Youth's SHOCKA Will Electrify Hilo
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2018
Honolulu Theatre for Youth's SHOCKA: The Story of Energy & Hawaii is currently touring the neighbor islands and will have one public performance at UH Hilo Performing Arts Center on Friday, November 9 @ 7:00 pm. 
One Week Left To Submit Nominations for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards!
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2018
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
THE OLD STRIPPER To Screen In Hawaii
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2018
The world is opening their eyes to THE OLD STRIPPER. And she's coming to a local movie theater near you in Hawaii.
The ARTS At Marks Garage Announces The Addition Of Reiko Ho To The Team
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2018
The ARTS at Marks Garage is proud to announce the addition of Reiko Ho to its team.  Reiko will serve as the Programming Director for the organization, creating, organizing directing and supporting festivals and performances at the organization's home at 1159 Nu'unau in Downtown/Chinatown Honolulu.
Kumu Kahua Theatre Presents Yilong Liu's JUNE IS THE FIRST FALL
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2018
Kumu Kahua Theatre proudly presents Yilong Liu's June is the First Fall, directed by Lurana Donnels O'Malley, running November 8 - December 9, 2018.
Paliku Theatre Presents A WALKING SHADOW
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2018
Windward Community College presents A Walking Shadow, written by Taurie Kinoshita and performed by Windward CC Theatre 260 students onstage at Palik? Theatre October 19 through October 27. The performance chronicles the tragic and true story of Myles Fukunaga, a mentally ill 19-year-old, who was executed on Oahu in 1929. This heartbreaking, expressionistic drama recounts Fukunaga's horrifying descent into madness, his unspeakable crime, and the ultimate injustice of his trial and death sentence.
PANIOLO Stories And Songs From The Hawaiian Cowboy Rides Into HTY
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2018
PANIOLO Stories and Songs from the Hawaiian Cowboy, opens November 2nd with Hawaiian storyteller Moses Goods returning to Honolulu Theatre for Youth to explore a remarkable period in Hawaii's history. From Ikua Purdy winning the 1908 World Roping Championship to the way traditional Hawaiian values and practice integrated with the Paniolo lifestyle, these stories and songs will unlock a remarkable time in Hawaii's history and will leave you with a grin as big as a rodeo.
Paliku Theatre Presents A WALKING SHADOW
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2018
Windward Community College presents A Walking Shadow, written by Taurie Kinoshita and performed by Windward CC Theatre 260 students onstage at Palik? Theatre October 19 through October 27. The performance chronicles the tragic and true story of Myles Fukunaga, a mentally ill 19-year-old, who was executed on Oahu in 1929. This heartbreaking, expressionistic drama recounts Fukunaga's horrifying descent into madness, his unspeakable crime, and the ultimate injustice of his trial and death sentence.
Media Kennedy Theatre Presents THE GOOD PERSON OF SETZUAN
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2018
The University of Hawai'i at M?noa's Department of Theatre and Dance is proud to present Tony Kushner's adaptation of Bertolt Brecht's The Good Person of Setzuan directed by MFA Directing candidate and Po'okela award-winning music director, Ike Webster.  This play, originally written by one of theatre's most influential theorists and practitioners, questions how can any person be good while desperately struggling to make ends meet.  Performances run October 10, 11, 12, and 13 at 7:30 p.m., and October 14 at 2:00 p.m. in the Earle Ernst Lab Theatre.  A free post-show rap will follow the Friday, October 12 performance.  Tickets are $8-$18.
UHM's Theatre And Dance Association Presents WAR OF THE WORLD- A Staged Reading
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2018
UHM's Theatre and Dance Association is proud to present a staged reading of War of the Worlds: The 1938 Radio Script, by Howard E. Koch, based on the 1897 science fiction novel by H.G. Wells. This radio play about a cataclysmic invasion of aliens from Mars, which became known for the confusion and panic it caused when it initially aired on October 30, 1938, arrives at the Kennedy Theatre Main Stage in time for Halloween. It also arrives during a year when, particularly after the January 13th false missile alert, who we trust for information and how we respond to fear are eerily relevant questions. The staged reading, produced by UHM Theatre and Dance Department students, runs at 7:30pm on October 26 and 27, and on October 30, the 80th anniversary of the original broadcast.
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Launches 2019 Broadway In Hawaii Season
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2018
Cameron Mackintosh's spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA will make its highly anticipated premiere in Honolulu at the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall August 7th - September 1, 2019 as part of the 2019 Broadway in Hawaii season. With newly reinvented staging and stunning scenic design, this new version of PHANTOM is performed by a cast and orchestra of 52, making this one of the largest productions on tour in North America. This blockbuster production is part of a three-show series presented by Broadway in Hawaii beginning in the fall of 2019 that also includes The Illusionists - Live From Broadway and RENT - The 20th Anniversary Tour. The only way to secure your tickets now is by purchasing the three-show package or by ordering a group of 10+.  Visit www.BroadwayinHawaii.com for details.
The ARTS At Marks Garage Announces THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW 2018 Screening Dates
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2018
Once again this year, The ARTS at Marks Garage is the home of THE Rocky Horror Picture Show, hosted by the one and only Tita Titsling and her band of provocative players.
Nominations Now Open for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards!
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2018
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
Paliku Theatre Presents A WALKING SHADOW
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2018
Windward Community College presents A Walking Shadow, written by Taurie Kinoshita and performed by Windward CC Theatre 260 students onstage at Palik? Theatre October 19 through October 27. The performance chronicles the tragic and true story of Myles Fukunaga, a mentally ill 19-year-old, who was executed on Oahu in 1929. This heartbreaking, expressionistic drama recounts Fukunaga's horrifying descent into madness, his unspeakable crime, and the ultimate injustice of his trial and death sentence.
The ARTS At Marks Garage Announces A Spoken Dance Work In Progress
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2018
A preview performance of  The Good Manners of Colonized Subjects, a spoken dance performance by Shebana Coelho, will be held Wednesday, October 10 at 7:00 pm at The ARTS at Marks Garage (1159 Nu'uanu Avenue ).  Coelho is a writer and director originally from India, now based in New Mexico.
Kumu Kahua Theatre Announces Playwriting Contest Winners
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2018
The judges have come to a consensus on the prizewinners for THE 2017 KUMU KAHUA/UHM THEATRE DEPARTMENT PLAYWRITING CONTEST. The winner of the $600 Hawai'i Prize is Lee A. Tonouchi of Aiea, Hawai'i for his comedy, Old Futs.  John Mazur of Kailua, Hawai'i is the winner of the $250 Resident Prize for his play Topsy-Turvy.  No Pacific/Rim Prize was awarded this year.
Kumu Kahua Theatre Present IMPROVAGANZA
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2018
 Improvaganza: Hawaii Festival of Improv presents its 13th Annual celebration of Improv in all its diverse expression from Thursday, October 4 - 7 at Kumu Kahua Theatre. 
SPARKLE Shines Bright At HTY
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2018
HTY continues its 2018-2019 season with a world premiere play created for our youngest audiences.  Sparkle tells the story of a young boy venturing into his first social circle, making friends, standing up to a bully and discovering the glory of being unique.  The poignant and humorous story models powerful lessons about believing in yourself and knowing that no one has the right to take your Sparkle away.  Filed with music, puppets and a transforming tent the short production is a perfect introduction to those new to theatre and a fun piece of whimsy for those more theatrically savvy.  

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