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July Events Announced at Blue Note Hawaii
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2017
The good times continue this month at Blue Note Hawaii with an eclectic lineup of local talent, national artists and side-splitting comedians. The Henry Kapono Artist to Artist Series continues with Malani Bilyeu of Kalapana, promising chicken-skin moments for all in attendance. Mike Lewis & Friends will share tributes to B.B. King, Etta James and contemporary soul singer Sade. Island Rhythm 98.5FM co-presents an unplugged pop-up show with Anuhea & Friends, followed by local greats Patrick Landeza & Kawika Kahiapo, a show with Duncan Kamakana & the Osorio 'Ohana, the Keauhou Band and of course the incomparable Willie K. The Blue Note Hawaii Comedy Series continues this month with Ahmed Ahmed and Rita Rudner, presented by Hawaii's Natural High. Donavon Frankenreiter is back by popular demand and new to the Blue Note are GRAMMY nominated jazz artists The Rippingtons. There won't be a dry eye in the house when an all-star lineup of local artists pay tribute to legendary jazz crooner Jimmy Borges.
Collaborative Theater presents MASTERS OF THE CURRENTS
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2017
Masters of the Currents is a collaborative theater sharing and community celebration created with the participation of the local Micronesian community. The event addresses the current tension in Hawaii surrounding its newest immigrants from Micronesia combining community-based story collection, social justice practices and devised theater techniques that will result in a world premiere professional theatre production in Hawaii. 
Funnyman James Mane Headlines Stand Up Comedy Show
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2017
James Mane of Hawaii's 'Guys With Issues' Comedy Podcast and Adult Swim Channel's TV hit show Decker will be performing on July 14th, Friday, at Hawaiian Brian's located at 1680 Kapiolani Boulevard.
Awards Stack Up for Blue Note Hawaii
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2017
Blue Note Hawaii is honored to be recognized by two of Honolulu's most prestigious publications in Honolulu Magazine's Best of 2017 and the Honolulu Star Advertiser's Best Awards in June. The legendary jazz club was named the Best Live Music Venue by Honolulu Magazine and was Best of the Best Live Music in the June 18th edition of the Honolulu Star Advertiser..
Two New Summer Playwriting Workshops from Kumu Kahua Theatre Starting This Saturday
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2017
After the success of Tali Ariav's playwriting class in 2016, Kumu Kahua Theatre is proud to announce they will be producing two new summer playwriting courses, both taught by Tali. 
Manoa Valley Theatre's Local Kine Season Finale HAPPILY EVA AFTA
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2017
Manoa Valley Theatre caps off an amazing season with a Hawaii-kine pidgin musical comedy by Lisa Matsumoto & Roslyn Catracchia from the library of Hawaii favorites. This final segment in the original "Once Upon One Time" musical comedy trilogy continues the delightful adaptation of the traditional fairy tales we all know and love. A comedic, local fantasy full of energetic songs and colorful characters, you'll meet Da Six Menehune, Da Tree Fairies, Hauna and Tantaran, Da Wicked Queen and many other local-style and traditional fairy tale characters as they go on a fun and crazy adventure.
Blue Note Hawaii Announces A TRIBUTE TO ISRAEL KAMAKAWIWO'OLE by Willie K
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2017
Blue Note Hawaii, the state's premier venue for the world's most celebrated artists, announces a special one-night only tribute to Israel Kamakawiwo'ole by Willie K on Wednesday, June 14, 2017. There will be two shows at 6:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. and ticket prices range from $27 - $47.
June Line-Up at Blue Note Hawaii Announced
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2017
June is swinging at Blue Note Hawaii, the state's premier venue for the world's most celebrated artists, kicking off with the Squirrel Nut Zippers, George Kuo, Henry Kapono, Keller Williams, Livingston Taylor, Capleton & The Prophecy Band and multi GRAMMY Award-winners Manhattan Transfer, back by popular demand.
A New Lee Cataluna Show Comes to Kumu Kahua Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017
A new comedy by local favorite, Lee Cataluna, runs through July at Kumu Kahua Theatre.
Kumu Kahua Theatre Announces 47th Season
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2017
Kumu Kahua Theatre is proud to announce their 47th season, which will run from August 2017 through June 2018.
Hawaii Symphony Announces Season Finale with Andre Watts
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2017
The Hawaii Symphony Orchestra (HSO) concludes its 2016-17 Halekulani Masterworks season with a stellar evening of keyboard fireworks starring world-renowned pianist Andre Watts in performance of Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor on Saturday, June 10 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, June 11 at 4 pm at Honolulu's Blaisdell Concert Hall. Regarded as one of the greatest works in the piano repertoire, Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 embodies the composer's signature style with its unabashed Romanticism and the virtuosity demanded of the soloist. Watts, who chose to perform the Concerto for the New York Philharmonic's 100th anniversary, is described by The Huffington Post as having "a generosity and opulence that we associate with times of the past," and who "plays unstintingly, every little passage crafted with love and attention," will hold the audience spellbound.  
Diamond Head Theatre presents ALL SHOOK UP
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2017
Diamond Head Theatre (DHT) is excited to announce, All Shook Up, opening on May 19, 2017.
BWW Review: Maunalua Thrills Locals and Visitors at NA MELE NO NA PUA SUNDAY SHOWCASE
by Anton Anderssen - May 09, 2017
On Sunday, Maunalua performed as special talent at NA MELE NO NA PUA SUNDAY SHOWCASE.  Held Sundays at the Waikiki Beachwalk lawn stage, the event showcases the best of Hawaiian musicians and vocalists.
Hawaii Symphony Announces Michael Titterton as President
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2017
As the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra approaches the conclusion of its fifth season, the organization is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Titterton as President. Titterton is the former President and General Manager of Hawaii Public Radio, a position he held from 1999 until his retirement in 2016. During his tenure at HPR he significantly increased listenership and expanded service to the entire state with two streams of programming. He joined the board of the HSO in October, 2016.
Opening: MELE MEI FESTIVAL Through June 18
by Anton Anderssen - May 06, 2017
Outrigger Hotel Group opens its Mele Mei Festival today, where they honor the best of Hawaii's music, hula and culture. Celebrations will be held in 3 separate venues across Outrigger Waikiki, Outrigger Reef and Waikiki Beach Walk.  
Opening: THE NATIVES ARE RESTLESS returns to Hawaii Theatre thru May 6
by Anton Anderssen - May 05, 2017
They're back! Kumu Hula Patrick Makuakane and his award-winning dance troupe, Na Lei Hulu I Ka Wekiu, are returning to the Hawaii Theatre for two performances only (May 5 and 6) of THE NATIVES ARE RESTLESS, a thrilling new reiteration of the troupe's iconic show that originally premiered in 1998.
Hawaii Symphony Holds Free Community Concert in Pearl City
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2017
The Hawaii Symphony Orchestra will travel to Pearl City and entertain audiences of all ages with concert that brings light, dance, and sweetness to the stage. This will be the Orchestra's first performance in Pearl City's jewel of a venue, the Pearl City Cultural Center at the very top of Waimano Road. 
Na Lei Hulu I Ka Wekiu THE NATIVES ARE RESTLESS Opens This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2017
Kumu Hula Patrick Makuakne and his award-winning dance troupe, N Lei Hulu I Ka Wkiu, return to the Hawaii Theatre this weekend for two performances only (May 5 and 6) of The Natives Are Restless, a thrilling new reiteration of the troupe's iconic show that originally premiered in 1998.
Manoa Valley Theatre Thrills with WAIT UNTIL DARK
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2017
Manoa Valley Theatre will captivate audiences with the mystery thriller from Frederick Knott, from the 1966 and 1998 Broadway seasons. It's the story of a sinister con man and two ex-convicts who are about to meet their match when they deploy a cleverly constructed deception on a blind woman whom they think unknowingly possesses a doll of particular interest to them. Seemingly disadvantaged, it is only when darkness falls and she turns off all the lights leaving the perpetrators to maneuver in the dark that the real cat-and-mouse game ramps up. You'll be on the edge of your seat as this thriller masterfully moves from one moment of suspense to another and builds toward an electrifying, breath-stopping final scene.
Jon Nakamatsu Fabio Bidini Headline 2017 ALOHA INTERNATIONAL PIANO FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2017
The Aloha International Piano Festival (AIPF) today announced that celebrated pianists Jon Nakamatsu and Fabio Bidini will headline the 12th annual music festival, which runs from June 17 to 25, 2017 in Honolulu, Hawaii. Nakamatsu and Bidini will join forces for one special afternoon at the University of Hawai?i at M?noa's Orvis Auditorium, in a program featuring beautiful masterworks by Schumann and Brahms, at 4 pm on Sunday, June 25. Joining Nakamatsu and Bidini are cellist Mark Votapek, violinists Sabrina-Vivian Hoepker and Ignace 'Iggy' Jang, and violist Emma Votapek. Tickets are $30 and are on sale now at aipf.ticketleap.com.
KULEANA to Premiere at Maui Film Festival at Wailea
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2017
"Kuleana," a Hawaiian produced mystery-thriller set on Maui in the early 70's, will premiere at the Maui Film Festival at Wailea. Written and directed by Brian Kohne and produced by Stefan Schaefer, "Kuleana" will have its Hawaii premiere at the festival's Celestial Cinema in the coveted 8 p.m. Friday slot June 23. The Maui Film Festival at Wailea runs from June 21, to June 25, 2017.
Hawaii Student Places 2nd in Poetry Out Loud National Finals, Washington DC
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2017
High school students from across the nation competed in the national finals of 12th Poetry Out Loud: National Recitation Contest in Washington D.C.
Big Stars Mark This May at Blue Note Hawaii
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2017
May has major stars lining up at Blue Note Hawaii, the state's premier venue for the world's most celebrated artists, kicking off with two local favorites DeAndre Brackensick and Robert Cazimero, followed up by seminal reggae artists Black Uhuru, soul songstress Meleana Brown and American Idol star Taylor Hicks.
Blue Note Hawaii Announces Kenny G 2017 New Year's Residency
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2017
In what's becoming a New Year's tradition, Blue Note Hawaii, the state's premier venue for the world's most celebrated artists, welcomes back jazz superstar Kenny G for five nights December 27 - 31, 2017. Tickets go on sale on April 14 at 10:00 a.m.
BWW Review: EVITA Thrills Audiences on Nights of a Thousand Stars at Diamond Head Theatre
by Anton Anderssen - April 15, 2017
Evita used United Airlines' tactics when it came to getting what she wanted. She had no problem sending thugs with badges to rough up anyone who disobeyed her. Yet, at the same time, she had immeasurable compassion for the poor. Her marriage to dictator Juan Peron is one of the great romances of the 20th century. Whenever I can see EVITA, whether it be in London, Broadway or thousands of miles across the ocean, I make every effort to pay homage to this fascinating woman.

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