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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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!
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!
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.
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!
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!
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.
by F.H. Kekoa - March 10, 2025
RENT is as relevant as ever, and UHM did it justice.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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