#Historic Iao Theater
Eric Gilliom reprises Frank N. Furter one last time at ʻĪao Theater
From Oct. 17 to Nov. 2, 2025, Maui audiences are invited to experience a high-energy production of “The Rocky Horror Show” live at the Historic ʻĪao Theater. The show stars award-winning musician, actor, and entertainer Eric Gilliom, who has announced that this will be his final reprise of the iconic Dr. Frank N. Furter role.
Maui OnStage holds auditions for ‘The Rocky Horror Show’
Maui OnStage will hold open auditions for “The Rocky Horror Show” on Friday, Aug. 8, from 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 9, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Historic ʻĪao Theater in Wailuku.
Maui OnStage’s ‘Flowers of Hawaiʻi’ premieres Friday
Maui OnStage opens Lee Cataluna’s “Flowers of Hawaiʻi” on Friday, Feb. 14 and runs for three weekends at the Historic ʻĪao Theater.
Maui OnStage presents ‘Saturday with Sondheim’ – a musical celebration of Stephen Sondheim’s work on Jan. 25
Maui OnStage invites the community to experience a spectacular musical celebration of legendary composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim at “Saturday with Sondheim.”
Maui OnStage presents ‘Murder on the Orient Express’
Maui OnStage opens Agatha Christie’s classic mystery “Murder on the Orient Express” on Friday, Nov. 8 at the Historic ʻĪao Theater. The play runs for three weekends.
Adaptations Dance Theater’s ‘Bring it Home’ performance, Aug. 16-18 at ʻĪao Theater
Maui’s contemporary dance company Adaptations Dance Theater (ADT) will present its sixth annual “Bring it Home” dance concert on Aug. 16-18 at the Historic ʻĪao Theater. Showtimes are 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sunday.
“Xanadu!” to Make Maui Premiere
The Tony Award-nominated, roller skating musical adventure will be held on weekends from Feb. 28 to March 15.
40th Annual World Whale Film Festival, Feb. 14
The Pacific Whale Foundation will present a biopic of founder Greg Kaufman, “A Voice for Whales” during its 40th Anniversary World Whale Film Festival on Friday, Feb.14 at the Historic ʻĪao Theater in Wailuku.
Maui Fringe Theater Festival 2020 This Weekend
Maui OnStage and Surf Rents Trucks presents the Maui Fringe Theater Festival 2020, a weekend marathon of the performing arts, from Jan. 23 through 26 at the Historic ʻĪao Theater.
ʻMatildaʻ to Make Maui Premiere
The Tony Award-winning “Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical” revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life.
A Spotlight on the Maui Premiere of “Mamma Mia!”
The timeless classic will light up stages at the historic ‘Īao Theater from July 12 to August 4, 2019, as Maui OnStage presents the musical “Mamma Mia!”
“The Boys Next Door” Play Aims to Open Minds
Maui OnStage shines a light on society with an acclaimed play about four men with mental challenges living together, premiering April 26 at ‘Īao Theater.
Maui Chamber Orchestra Opens 2016-17 Season, Oct. 22
The Maui Chamber Orchestra will kick-off their 2016-2017 season on Oct. 22 at 7:30 p.m. and repeat the concert at 5:30 p.m. in the Historic ʻĪao Theater in Wailuku.
Guys and Dolls at the Historic ʻĪao Theater, March 4-20
Maui OnStage presents the romantic comedy, “Guys and Dolls” at the Historic ʻĪao Theater on select days from March 4-20, 2016.
Weekend Round-Up: St. Damien And MAPA Garden Party
This weekend is a great opportunity to experience a variety of entertainment on Maui. Learn about an important figure in Hawaiian history at the Iao Theater in Wailuku on Saturday where actor Vinnie Linares plays St. Damien and celebrate Broadway at MAPA\\\’s 23rd Annual Garden Party.
IAO THEATER CELEBRATES 80 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
The Historic Iao Theater in Wailuku town celebrates it’s 80th anniversary today with a ribbon cutting ceremony tonight.The structure is the oldest theater on Maui and in the state of Hawaii. Residents used to pay a nickel to watch Saturday morning cartoons at the theater.Today, the facility is host to a variety of groups including […]
