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I AM MULAN Will Have World Premiere at UHM Kennedy Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2025
The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa's Department of Theatre & Dance and Kennedy Theatre will present I AM MULAN, a world-premiere existential dramedy written and directed by MFA candidate Elizabeth Ung.
2025 Poetry Out Loud State Finals Reveals Winner
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2025
Honolulu Theatre for Youth and the Hawai’i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts have revealed the winner of the 2025 Poetry Out Loud Hawai’i Final. Learn more!
WEST SIDE STORY, FUNNY GIRL, And More Announced for Diamond Head 2025-2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
Diamond Head Theatre has unveiled its 2025-2026 season lineup today in a showcase attended by subscribers. This season features six shows featuring contemporary sensations, beloved family favorites and timeless classic crowd-pleasers.
Kumu Kahua Theatre and Bamboo Ridge Press Reveal March 2025 Prompt
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2025
Kumu Kahua Theatre, in collaboration with Bamboo Ridge Press announced the March prompt for their monthly play writing contest, Go Try PlayWrite. Learn more here!
Mānoa Valley Theatre to Present Jason Robert Brown's PARADE
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2025
Mānoa Valley Theatre will present the poignant and powerful musical, Parade, by Alfred Uhry, running March 20th – April 6th. Learn how to purchase tickets.
I AM MULAN to Close Season at UHM Kennedy Theater
by Emmy Rice - March 02, 2025
This is a multi-lingual production featuring English, Mandarin, and Cantonese languages. Performances in the Earle Ernst Lab Theatre run Wednesday, April 9 through Saturday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday April 13, 2025 at 2 p.m.
Hawaii Spring Preview Theatre Roundup
by F.H. Kekoa - February 26, 2025
Explore Hawai'i's vibrant theatre scene with upcoming shows like 'Escape to Margaritaville' on Hawai'i Island, 'Aloha Kaua' in Maui, and 'Grease' on O'ahu, running through May 2025. Discover show dates, venues, and captivating stories in this spring preview.
Review: THE IMPROV SUPERETTE at Kumu Kahua Theatre
by F.H. Kekoa - February 25, 2025
A bright new addition has set up “shop” at Kumu Kahua: The Improv Superette, the newest improv group on O’ahu, featuring a large cast of talented Poly improvisers playing classic improv games, served with two scoops of local flavor.
​Kumu Kahua Theatre Awarded $57,000 Grant From Hawai'i Community Foundation's Equitable Access Arts & Culture Program
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2025
Keeping it local since 1971, Kumu Kahua Theatre has been named a grantee of Hawai‘i Community Foundation’s Equitable Access Arts & Culture program. Kumu Kahua has been awarded $57,000 from the program’s two-year* general operating support funding, with a focus on nonprofit organizations that are actively assessing and addressing access to Arts & Culture through programs and strategies.
Late Night Theatre Company Presents COME PLAY WITH US! New Plays Festival
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa's Department of Theatre & Dance and Kennedy Theatre will present Late Night Theatre Company's new playwriting showcase, Come Play with Us! New Plays Festival.
2025 Poetry Out Loud Hawai’i Final to Take Place This Month
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2025
Honolulu Theatre for Youth and the Hawai’i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts will present the 2025 Poetry Out Loud Hawai’i State Final. The event will take place at Tenney Theatre at the Cathedral of St. Andrew in downtown Honolulu. Learn more.
Kumu Kahua Theatre and Bamboo Ridge Press Reveal the February 2025 Prompt
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2025
Kumu Kahua Theatre, in collaboration with Bamboo Ridge Press have announced the February prompt for their monthly play writing contest, Go Try PlayWrite. Learn more here!
Review: MASTER CLASS at Diamond Head Theatre
by F.H. Kekoa - January 28, 2025
There is magic afoot at Diamond Head Theatre with the Tony-winning American classic Master Class, penned by the late great Terrence McNally. With beautiful set design (and cameos!) by Randy Tandal, deft direction by Bryce Chaddick, and an incomparable performance by leading lady Amy K. Sullivan, this one is not to be missed.
LOCAL SPOTLIGHT: EZEKIEL KEKUNA
by F.H. Kekoa - January 25, 2025
From Kāne'ohe to The Lion King on Broadway, Ezekiel talks about hard work, dedication, inspiration, and what it takes to make it to the Great White Way.
Honolulu Theatre For Youth Receives 2025 National Endowment For The Arts Grant
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2025
The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) has announced the Grant Recipients for 2025. Honolulu Theatre for Youth (HTY) will receive $50,000 for the development and creation of the original play, Joseph Kekuku and the Voice of the Steel Guitar.
Kumu Kahua Theatre and Bamboo Ridge Press Reveal Winner of the December 2024 Go Try PlayWrite Contest
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2025
The December Go Try PlayWrite winner is Sean Gref for his piece The Burger and the Duck. Sean Gref (he/him) is an early-career playwright from San Diego, CA. Learn more here!
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards
by BWW Awards - January 14, 2025
Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
Kumu Kahua Theatre Launches 2025 Directors Workshop
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2025
Kumu Kahua Theatre has announced a new STAGES educational course for production directors on Oʻahu. Harry Wong III will teach theatre direction via script study and critical analysis of productions on Oʻahu.
Kumu Kahua Theatre And Bamboo Ridge Press Announce The January 2025 Prompt
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2025
Kumu Kahua Theatre, in collaboration with Bamboo Ridge Press has announced the January prompt for their monthly play writing contest, Go Try PlayWrite.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards; LITTLE WOMEN at Hawaii Performing Arts Festival Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards; Hawaii Performing Arts Festival Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa’s MFA/BFA Dance Concert Set For Next Month
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2024
The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa’s Department of Theatre & Dance and Kennedy Theatre will present the MFA/BFA Dance Concert: Introspection, a dynamic showcase of new works by senior dance students.
Kumu Kahua Theatre and Bamboo Ridge Press Reveal Winners For October and November Go Try PlayWrite Contest
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2024
 The October Go Try PlayWrite winner is Randy Otaka for his piece I'll Shoyu!! Randy Otaka is in his third year of teaching at Wheeler Middle School, now as an Innovations (Intro to Computer Science) teacher.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards; LITTLE WOMEN at Hawaii Performing Arts Festival Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Diamond Head Theatre
by F.H. Kekoa - December 12, 2024
Released in 1954, ten years after D-Day, the movie White Christmas was a bonafide blockbuster. It was the first Paramount movie shot in the widescreen VistaVision format, and featured rich and vivid Technicolor, which the costumers and set designers used to their full advantage.

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Diamond Head Theatre (11/21 - 12/13)
Rocky Mountain High Experience® John Denver Christmas Starring Rick Schuler in Hawaii Rocky Mountain High Experience® John Denver Christmas Starring Rick Schuler
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