Nathaniel Niemi News

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.  

Due to popular demand for matinee performances, the University of Hawai'i at M?noa's Department of Theatre and Dance and Kennedy Theatre have added a second matinee performance of Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 23. 

The University of Hawai'i at M?noa's Department of Theatre and Dance and Kennedy Theatre are proud to present Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat.  Dr. Seuss's beloved classic comes to the stage in an action-packed, hilarious romp that is sure to delight all ages.  Directed by UHM Theatre alumnus and award-winning director, Nathaniel Niemi, this stage adaptation brings to life the characters readers have come to know and love.  Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat runs on the Kennedy Theatre Mainstage September 14, 15, 21, and 22 at 7:30 p.m. and September 23 at 2:00 p.m.

The University of Hawai'i at M?noa's Department of Theatre and Dance and Kennedy Theatre are proud to present Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat.  Dr. Seuss's beloved classic comes to the stage in an action-packed, hilarious romp that is sure to delight all ages.  Directed by UHM Theatre alumnus and award-winning director, Nathaniel Niemi, this stage adaptation brings to life the characters readers have come to know and love.  Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat runs on the Kennedy Theatre Mainstage September 14, 15, 21, and 22 at 7:30 p.m. and September 23 at 2:00 p.m.

UHM Kennedy Theatre presents its 2018/19 season, Let's Play. >From the playfulness of Thing 1 and Thing 2 and The Cat in the Hat to the pranks pulled by Puck in the forests of India to the fun of dance-theatre, Kennedy Theatre's 2018/2019 season is sure to be a good time. So come and play with us!

Honolulu Theatre for Youth's 64th season "Our Stories" gives voice to the unique and diverse stories of Hawaii's people.  Stories help us understand the past and imagine the future.  The seven stories featured in HTY's 2018-2019 season will nourish audience's hearts and minds. Artistic Director Eric Johnson says, "From true tales of Hawaiian cowboys to a new take on the most read children's book in the world we are telling great stories next season.  Whether the popular stories of Mo Willems or the seldom heard stories of military children, each of these plays celebrates the multiplicity of experiences in Hawaii and how we connect to the world at large."?

Honolulu Theatre for Youth's season finale SHOCKA: The Story of Energy and Hawaii completes a three part series of original musical theatre productions exploring topics important to Hawaii's keiki.  Following the company's exploration of local food and water, SHOCKA focuses on Hawaii's energy future.  From the energy that fuels our bodies to how we power our electrical grid this sci-fi rock musical educates and entertains audiences of all ages.  "One of our most important roles as an organization is to include young people in the conversations that are shaping their future and there is nothing more impactful to our future in Hawaii right now than energy" says HTY's Artistic Director, Eric Johnson. SHOCKA will have audiences dancing in their seats while transforming them into the Energy Stars our future needs!

The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol (806 San Marino Drive, The Villages, FL) opens the third production of its second season with Stephen Sondheim's seven time Tony Award winning musical, Company.

The boundless imagination of a child kindled by loneliness and driven by a desire for adventure can breathe life into anything, even a red balloon. Opening January 12 at Honolulu Theater for Youth, filled with whimsy and charm, internationally acclaimed The Red Balloon will warm your heart while artfully approaching the very serious topic of bullying.

In January, The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol (806 San Marino Drive, The Villages, FL) will open the third production of its second season with Stephen Sondheim's seven time Tony Award winning musical, Company.

Bring the whole 'ohana to HTY and celebrate the holiday season with Extraordinary Stories from an Ordinary 'Ohana.

Manoa Valley Theatre continues its 49th season with the flamboyantly funny comedy and Hawaii premiere of The Legend of Georgia McBride November 9 26, 2017. This is the story of Elvis impersonator, Casey, who's young and broke. His landlord is knocking at the door, and he's just found out his wife is going to have a baby. To make matters even more desperate, Casey is fired from his gig as an Elvis impersonator in a run-down, small-town Florida bar. When the bar owner brings in a B-level drag show to replace his act, Casey finds that he's going to have to adapt to a whole new show business like none he's ever known as he trades one sequined outfit for another and genderbends into a drag show headliner.

The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol has announced its second season, featuring four scripts that share a common theme: Commitment.

OUCH! a heartwarming tale that will delight the little learners in your life. HTY is extremely fortunate to have back our exceptional team of specialists who created this show specifically for your 'ohana. OUCH! by Annie Cusick Wood uses the magic of theatre to teach the precious life lesson of compassion. I believe our preschool performances are a perfect venue for exploring how we interact with one another, says Artistic Director Eric Johnson, building empathy towards others is crucial to our development. Our ability to empathize and to heal ourselves and others may be our greatest super power.

The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol has announced its second season, featuring four scripts that share a common theme: Commitment.

Based on the popular fairytale about a tiny girl born from a flower, the world premiere of Thumbelina, by Y York, is the grand finale production in HTY's 2016-17 season.

Honolulu Theatre for Youth and Australia's Terrapin Puppet Theatre have co-commissioned an inventive work by one of Oz's finest playwrights for children. Finegan Kruckemeyer's You and Me and the SPACE BETWEEN is part play, part picture book and all wondrous fun-a magical story of an adventurous girl who lives on a tiny island that's sinking into the sea. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast below!

Honolulu Theatre for Youth and Australia's Terrapin Puppet Theatre have co-commissioned an inventive work by one of Oz's finest playwrights for children. Finegan Kruckemeyer's You and Me and the SPACE BETWEEN is part play, part picture book and all wondrous fun-a magical story of an adventurous girl who lives on a tiny island that's sinking into the sea. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast below!

Honolulu Theatre for Youth will tour its 2015-16 season finale H20, THE STORY OF WATER AND HAWAII  to Maui County, Kauai and the Big Island in October and November. This sweeping musical by the HTY company will immerse both school and public audiences in a celebration of our islands' most precious resource. Show dates, times and locations are:

Honolulu Theatre for Youth will tour its 2015-16 season finale H20, THE STORY OF WATER AND HAWAII  to Maui County, Kauai and the Big Island in October and November. This sweeping musical by the HTY company will immerse both school and public audiences in a celebration of our islands' most precious resource. Show dates, times and locations are: