Maui Entertainment, Arts, Community, May 19-25
Weekly events are separated into Maui regions, such as Wailuku, Kahului, Kīhei, Lahaina, Honokōwai, Nāpili, Māʻalaea, Paia, Makawao, and Wailea-Makena.
KAHULUI
Kula woman, extreme sports film
Hawaiʻi waterwoman Lauren Spalding is among several extraordinary sports people featured in a national film tour about extreme outdoor lifestyles. Spalding, a Kula resident, has been a winner in numerous water races in the world. The film on an 11-city tour will be shown at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Thursday, May 19, at 7 p.m.
She’s a 12-time winner in the 41-mile Molokaʻi-Oʻahu solo female outrigger race, three-time winner of the Molokaʻi Surfski Championship, and first place winner in the K-4 500 meter race at the 2004 Pan American Games.
Spalding also was a semi-finalist in the K-2 and K-4 in the 2004 Olympics summer games. Her Team Bradley, competing in a six-woman canoe over 26-miles of ocean, has won the Molokaʻi-to-Oʻahu race about a dozen times. In the short film “River Pirates,” produced by the sports equipment company YETI Films, Spalding ventures through the wilds of the Guadalupe River in Texas from its source to San Antonio Bay.
The MACC Box Office is not open for window transactions but is open on the night of show for will call pick up. Online orders utilize print-at-home ticketing to facilitate touchless transactions. Tickets may also be downloaded to electronic devices for scanning upon entry into the venue. The Box Office is available for inquiries by email or phone 808-242-7649, Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Starry Night, Friday and Saturday
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center presents two free animated films in its Starry Night Cinemas.
The showing of the Oscar-winning animated feature “Soul” takes place Friday, May 20. The much praised animated feature “Onward” occurs Saturday, May 21.
Screenings take place in the MACC’s A&B Amphitheater with gates opening at 6 p.m. and the film starting at 7:30 pm each night.
There are no COVID-related restrictions for these events.
Film attendees should bring a low-back beach chair and/or a blanket and spread out on the A&B Amphitheater lawn for the film screening. Attendees may arrive early and enjoy live pre-show musical entertainment by singer/songwriter Brad Kahikina plus a free keiki art activity. Food and beverages from local food trucks will be available. If the weather is inclement, the movie will be shown in Castle Theater. No coolers or outside food/beverages allowed.
Swap Meet, Saturday
Maui Swap Meet, with 200 vendors and thousands of customers, takes place from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 21, off Kahului Beach Road, across Wahinepiʻo Road from the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. Vendors sell produce and a variety of goods and crafts. It often serves as an incubator for new businesses. For more information, call 808-244-3100.
Her grandfather’s imprisonment during World War II recalled
Author Gail Y. Okawa is the guest speaker recalling her grandfather’s unjust imprisonment during World War II. The presentation takes place at the Nisei Veterans Memorial Center on Saturday, May 21, at 1:30 p.m. Her book, “Remembering Our Grandfather’s Exile,” describes her journey to research the imprisonment of her Japanese grandfather Tamasaku Watanabe, a Christian minister and others – all legal immigrants excluded by law from citizenship. Since 2002 when she was a visiting scholar at the Smithsonian Institution, she has been exploring the experiences of Japanese immigrants from Hawai‘i, including her maternal grandfather, who were imprisoned during World War II in internment camps on the U.S. mainland. Her project expanded to include the visits of sons in Nisei military units to their interned fathers and stories of internees’ sons who were killed in action, as well as to record memories of the Santa Fe Internment Camp among the city’s present-day residents.To register as a guest, the public is asked to call 808-244-6862 or email [email protected]
Hawaiian artists exhibit
The Schaeffer International Gallery continues exhibiting the art touring show “O Kalani,” featuring Hawaiian artists Sean Browne and Imaikalani Kalahele. The exhibit is open to the public through June 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday. The works are a traveling exhibition through the partnership of the Maui Arts & Cultural Center and the Honolulu Museum of Art presented by textile and fashion curator E. Tory Laitila. It exhibits paintings and sculptures, including the portrayal of legendary figures, using Hawaiian iconography in contemporary ways. Admission is free. For more information, call 808-242-2787.
Sugar Museum tour
Tours are conducted at Alexander & Baldwin’s Sugar Museum Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The museum has exhibits about sugar plantation history during its 168 years on Maui and the waves of immigrant laborers who came to the Hawaiian Islands, including the Chinese, Japanese, Puerto Rican, Portuguese, and Filipino. For more information, go to sugar museum.com or call 808-871-8058.
WAILUKU
Gilliom, Esquire perform Saturday
Na Hoku Hanohano winners Eric Gilliom and Vince Esquire perform at the Maui Coffee Attic Saturday, May 21, at 6 p.m.
Gilliom plays with Mick Fleetwood’s House of Rumours, and Esquire as the lead ukulele player in Kanekoa. For more information including tickets, go to mauicoffeeattic.com or call John, 808-250-9555.
Oz takes a detour, continues
Maui Onstage continues a youth production of “The Wizard Of Oz: The Deleted Scene” at Iao Theatre Saturday, May 21, at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m., and Sunday May 22, at 3 p.m. Written by Eddie McPherson and directed by Tina Kailiponi, the show takes a detour when Dorothy is sidetracked away from the yellow brick road. For tickets, go to MauiOnstage.com Queries may also be sent to [email protected]
Free morning music, Friday & Saturday
Chance Tancayo performs island music at the Maui Coffee Attic Friday, May 20, at 8:30 a.m. The Wind Monkeys playing Elvis and Beatles and original music perform Saturday, May 21, at 8:30 a.m. The performances are free. For more information, go to mauicoffeeattic.com or call John, 808-250-9555.
Tepora, Valdriz perform Monday
Jason Tepora plays jazzy tunes at the Maui Coffee Attic Monday, May 23, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., then the band Kikakila with lap steel guitarist Geri Valdriz performs at 11 a.m. Valdriz plays traditional Hawaiian music. The performances are free. For more information, go to mauicoffeeattic.com or call John, 808-250-9555.
Fraser performs Wednesday
Keyboards/singer David Fraser with sometimes surprise guests performs covers and original songs at the Maui Coffee Attic Wednesday, May 25, at 8:30 a.m. The show is free. Fraser sings some covers and original music. For more information, go to mauicoffeeattic.com or call John, 808-250-9555.
Onstage youth camp, workshop
Applications are being accepted to participate in Maui Onstage’s youth camp and separate workshops. The Camp Onstage, available to children ages 6 to 12, takes place at the IMUA Discovery Garden from June 13 through July 1. Maui Onstage is also offering a Teen Summer Ensemble Workshop, ages 13 to 18, at its studio at Queen Ka’ahumanu Center. For more information, go to mauionstage.com/camp-onstage or mauionstage.com/teen-summer-ensemble-workshop or call 808-633-5165.
KĪHEI
Craig, Thursday
Steve Craig sings at the South Shore Tiki Lounge Thursday, May 19, from 4 to 6 p.m. From 10 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. DJ Kamikaze hosts dancing. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 808-875-6444.
Gilliom, Esquire at Nalu’s
Guitarists and singers Vince Esquire and Eric Gilliom entertain at Nalu’s Thursday, May 19, 7 to 9 p.m. Gilliom is the lead singer of Mick Fleetwood’s House of Rumours Band, and Esquire is the lead ukulele player for the group Kanekoa and has played with the Allman’s Brothers Band and toured with Derek Trucks Band and Little Feat. Both are Nā Hōkū Hanohano winners. To check on Nalu’s schedule, call 808-891-8650 or go to naluskihei.com.
Premiere, Murder In the Nth Degree
The new play “Murder In the Nth Degree” is having its premiere at the ProArts Playhouse Friday, May 20, at 7:30 p.m.
The play, winner of the First ProArts Playwriting Competition, is a comedy mystery thriller, written by Maui writer and musician James Nevius. The play, with shades of Agatha Christie and Groundhog Day, is directed by Mark Beltzman. The cast includes Machayla Culver
Sebastian, Matt Fennelly, Hillary Watt,
Doug Self, Tom McNamara, Carlos Dantes, and Lexi Justus. Special Kamaʻāina rates will be available for the showing Saturday, May 21, at 7:30 p.m. Shows will continue through June 5. For more information including tickets, go proartsmaui.com or call 808-463-6550.
Pfluke at Nalu’s
Singer/song writer Anthony Pfluke, sometimes with guest performers, entertains at Nalu’s Friday, May 20, from 7 to 9 p.m. Pfluke’s album “We Will Rise” has been reviewed well and was a finalist in the Nā Hōkū Hanohano awards. His music at mauianthony.com is regularly played on KPOA and Q103 radio stations and he was also featured at the first “Drive In Concert ” at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center that included a livestream from Castle Theatre. He has also partnered with Grammy slack key artist George Kahumoku in songs. Pfluke’s website is MauiAnthony.com. To check on Nalu’s schedule, call 808-891-8650 or go to naluskihei.com
Country music, Friday
Tyler Lewis performs country music at the South Shore Tiki Lounge Friday, May 20, during happy hour from 4 to 6 p.m. Catch his performance “Tyler Lewis Maui” on YouTube. Later, there’s DJ and dancing from 10 p.m. to 2 .m. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 874-6444.
Conway, dancing at Tiki
Singer and gifted guitarist Tom Conway who has toured with Willie Nelson performs a variety of songs, including rock, blues and jazz at the South Shore Tiki Lounge Saturday, May 21, from 4 to 6 p.m. Later, DJ and dancing takes place from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 808-874-6444.
Jazz trio, Sunday
The Gordon S jazz trio performs at Diamonds Ice Bar & Grill Saturday and Sunday, May 21 and 22, during brunch from 10 a.m. to noon. The trio includes Gordon S at saxophone, with a keyboardist Joel G and drummer Pete A. For more information, call 808-874-9299.
Pfluke, Sunday
Anthony Pfluke whose album “We Will Rise” was reviewed well performs at Nalu’s at the Azeka Place Shopping Center Sunday, May 22, from 7 to 9 p.m. Pfluke’s website is MauiAnthony.com. To check on Nalu’s schedule, call 808-891-8650 or go to naluskihei.com
Boothe, Sunday
Aaron Boothe performs at the South Shore Tiki Lounge Sunday, May 22, during happy hour from 4 to 6 p.m. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 808-874-6444.
Mana’o anniversary party, Sunday
Listener-supported Mana’o Radio is holding a free concert to celebrate its 20th anniversary. The concert will be held at Maui Brewing company in its expansive outdoor beer garden Sunday, May 22, starting 4:20 to 8:30 p.m.
The host for the 91.7 FM radio station party will be Kathy Collins with music by Gail Swanson, Dorothy Betz & Vince Esquire, The Hula Honeys, Steve Grimes, Justin Morris, Randall Respond, and Sweet Mama Dee.
Kualaʻau at Nalu’s Monday
Hawaiian entertainer Ron Kuala’au performs at Nalu’s Monday, May 23, from 7 to 9 p.m. He’s performed with Brother Noland and Amy Hanai’alii and was a member of the duo Hapa. For more information, call 808-891-8650 or go to naluskihei.com.
Rospond, poetic folk
Songwriter Randall Rospond delivers “funky, groovin’ poetic folk” Monday, May 23, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the South Shore Tiki Louge. He has opened concerts for Leon Russell, John Prine, and Jackson Brown. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 808-874-6444.
Gilliom, Esquire, Wednesday
Vince Esquire and Eric Gilliom perform on the lawn at Maui Sunset Wednesday, May 25, from 4 to 6 p.m. Gilliom is the lead singer for Mick Fleetwood’s House of Rumours band and Esquire has toured with Derek Trucks band and Little Feat. For more information, go to ericgilliom.com
John Cruz at ProArts
Grammy Award-Winning singer John Cruz appears at ProArts Playhouse Wednesday, May 25, at 7:30 p.m. Cruz is known for his popular “Island Style” song and also “All Along The Watchtower” on youtube.com for Playing For Change. Best to check with [email protected] or by calling 808-463-6550.
Gallo at Tiki, Wednesday
Rock ’n roll and blues singer and guitarist Jamie Gallo entertains at the South Shore Tiki Lounge Wednesday, May 25, from 4 to 6 p.m. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 808-875-6444.
LAHAINA
Pohai Trio at Fleetwood’s
The Pohai Trio take to the rooftop stage at Fleetwood’s Thursday, May 19, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., as The House Shakers perform at Fleetwood’s main stage, also from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. For more information go to fleetwoodsonfrontst.com or call 808-669-MICK.
Uncle Benny at Kimo’s
Nā Hōkū Hanohano winner Benny Uyetake performs at Kimo’s Maui on Thursday, May 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. He also plays at Kimo’s on Tuesday, May 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. Uyetake has performed in shows that featured Boz Scaggs, Diana Ross, Judy Collins, Kealiʻi Reichel, and Henry Kapono. For more information, call Kimo’s, 808-661-4811.
Coconut weaving at Cannery
A free coconut weaving workshop takes place at the stage inside the Lahaina Cannery Mall Thursday, May 19, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Bring your friends and family. Materials provided. Parking is free to the public. For more information, call 808-661-0111.
McLaughlin & Friends, Thursday
Shawn McLaughlin & Friends sing a variety of contemporary rock ’n roll songs at Down The Hatch Thursday, May 19, from 3 to 5 p.m. For more information, go to dthmaui.com or call 808-661-4900.
Late night dancing, Thursday-Saturday
DJ Dancing occurs at Down The Hatch and Breakwall Shave Ice Co. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights, May 19, 20, 21 from 10 to 11:55 p.m. For more information, go to dthmaui.com or call 808-661-4900.
I-Drive at Fleetwood’s, Friday
The band “I-Drive” perform on the main stage at Fleetwood’s Friday, May 20, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., as Levi Poasi performs on the rooftop stage, also from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Paul West performs on the rooftop stage during happy hour from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. West performs a variety of rock ’n roll, country and blues and some original songs. For more information go to fleetwoodsonfrontst.com or call 808-669-MICK.
Arts Society fair, Friday & Saturday
Lahaina Arts Society members display their artistic works ranging from gift items such a jewelry to original paintings. The event takes place outdoors at the Lahaina Cannery Mall lawn near Starbucks Friday and Saturday, May 20 and 21, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The fair includes exhibits of jewelry, glass art, ceramics, wood carving, and photography by professional artists. The Society uses some of the funds to conduct educational art classes for children. For more information, call 808-661-0111.
Craft fair, Sunday
Lahaina Gateway Center hosts a Maui Gift & Craft Fair Sunday, May 22, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission and parking is free to the public. For more information, call 425-418-4310.
Free hula, Sunday & Tuesday
A free hula show takes place on the stage at the Lahaina Cannery Mall Sunday, May 22, from 1 to 2 p.m., and a free hula lesson for all ages occurs Tuesday, May 24, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Admission and parking is free to the public. For more information, call 808-661-5304.
Quick at Down The Hatch
Brandt Quick performs a variety of songs including folk rock and country at Down The Hatch Monday, May 23, during happy hour from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, go to dthmaui.com or call 661-4900.
Esquire, Gilliom, Tuesday
Na Hoku Hanohano winners Eric Gilliom and Vince Esquire perform at Frida’s Beach House Tuesday, May 24, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Gilliom is the lead singer in Mick Fleetwood’s House Of Rumours band, and Esquire is the ukulele virtuoso in the group Kanekoa. For more information, go to ericgilliom.com or call Frida’s 808-661-1287
Hartz, Tuesday
Will Hartz entertains at Down The Hatch Tuesday, May 24, from 3 to 5 p.m. For more information, go to dthmaui.com or call 808-661-4900.
Tepora, Down The Hatch
Jason Tepora performs solo with a variety of songs including contemporary rock ’n roll during happy hour at Down The Hatch Wednesday, May 25, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, go to dthmaui.com or call 808-661-4900.
HONOKŌWAI
Walls at Java Jazz Friday
Violinist Andrea Walls plays original songs along with jazz and gypsy music with Josh Emmanuel at Java Jazz, Friday, May 20, and on Monday, May 23, with Margie Heart and Seanna Daise, from 7 to 10 p.m. She’ll be playing on Tuesday, May 24, with Dayan Kai from 7 to 10 p.m. Kai is the former musical director for the tribute to Elvis Presley called “Burnin’ Love.” For more information, go to javajazzmaui.com or call 808-667-0787.
NĀPILI
Maui Prep Arts Night
Maui Preparatory Academy invites the community to a showcase of its visual, performing, and STEM arts program on Friday, May 20 from 5 to 8:30 p.m. The annual Arts Night event is presented in a relaxed open house format throughout the Maui Prep campus in Nāpili.
Max Angel joins Kahumoku
Guest musician Max Angel joins Grammy winner George Kahumoku and his ohana at a slack key concert at the Napilikai Beach Resort Saturday, May 21, at 6:30 p.m. Kahumoku has received four Grammys. For more information including ticket information, go to slackkeyshow.com
Kahumoku and Ohana, Wednesday
Grammy winner George Kahumoku and his Ohana perform a slack key concert at the Napilikai Beach Resort Wednesday, May 25, at 6:30 p.m. Kahumoku has received four Grammys. For more information including ticket information, go to slackkeyshow.com
MAKAWAO
Seabury Hall Presents “Side Shows”
Seabury Hall’s Performing Arts program presents “Side Shows,” a series of one-act performances on May 20 and 21 at the school’s ʻAʻaliʻikūhonua Creative Arts Center. Side Shows includes six short plays – three of which are student-written. “The show is fast and fun – a rollercoaster ride for the audience,” Festival Director Todd Van Amburgh said. “The plays are only 10 minutes long and showcase over two dozen student actors.” Showtimes for “Side Shows” are at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 20, and Saturday, May 21.
Hui Noeaʻu art classes
Hui Noeaʻu offers art classes for adults and sells works created by artists. Its gift shop and main house are open Wednesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, go to huinoeau.com or call 808-572-6560.
PĀʻIA
Johnstone, Sunday
Pianist and singer Mark Johnstone performs at the Pāʻia Bay Coffee and Bar Sunday, May 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Johnstone is joined by a couple of Maui’s top jazz musicians. No cover charges.
MĀʻALAEA
Country Night, Thursday
Justin Morris and Matt Del Olmo play on “Country Night” at da Playground Maui Thursday, May 19, at 8:30 p.m. Adults 21 and older are welcome. Parking is free after 5 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. For more information including tickets, go to daplaygroundmaui.com or call 808-727-2571.
Comedian Dye, Friday
Comedian Jeff Dye performs at da Playground Maui Friday, May 20, at 7 p.m. He’s appeared on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Doors open at 6 p.m. Parking is free after 5 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. For more information including tickets, go to daplaygroundmaui.com or call 808-727-2571.
Beats Antique DJ Set, Saturday
Maui Euphonics presents “Beats Antique DJ Set” with Lobster, Raeya, Dabo and live dance performances and Hawaiian floral art at da Playground Maui Saturday, May 21, at 8 p.m. Parking is free after 5 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. For more information including tickets, go to daplaygroundmaui.com or call 808-727-2571.
Rowdy Love, Sunday
Rowdy Love with Masha Tretiakova perform at da Playground Maui Sunday, May 22, at 7 p.m. Check out his youtube video “Massively Vast,” kind of a grunge, folk blues song. Parking is free after 5 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. For more information including tickets, go to daplaygroundmaui.com or call 808-727-2571.
WAILEA-MĀKENA
Frond weaving, Thursday
A coconut frond weaving workshop is scheduled in the performance area at The Shops at Wailea Thursday, May 19, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. The Hawaiians used their weaving skills to make baskets, mats, jewelry, and toys. Learn how to make your own keepsake. For more information, go to theshopsatwailea.com or call 808-891-6770.
Classical Music weekend
The Maui Classical Music Festival continues at Keawala’i Congregational Church Friday, May 20, at 7:30 p.m. The fourth in a series of islandwide performances takes listeners on “Romantic Excursions.” The program includes Schumann’s “Three Romances for Clarinet and Piano, Opus 94 performed by Yoonah Kim and Yaron Kohlberg; Brahms’ Sonata for Violin and Piano #2 in A, Opus 100 played by Fabiola Kim and Yaron Kohlberg; and Benny Kim, Sarah Oates, Yzhak Schotten, Amir Eldan, and Kurt Muroki performing Dvorak’s Bass Quintet in G, Opus 77.
The finale of the 40th festival also takes place at Keawala’i church, this on Sunday, May 22, at 3 p.m. The program begins with Bassi’s “Fantasy on Themes from Verdi’s Rigoletto for Clarinet and Piano performed by Yoonah Kim and Catherine Collier; “Piano Solos” by Mozart, Chopin, Grieg, and St. Saens performed by Yaron Kohlberg; and Schubert’s “Quintet for Strings and Piano” in A, opus 114 “The Trout” performed by Fabiola Kim, Yizhak Schotten, Amir Eldan, Kurt Muroki, and Yaron Kohlberg. For more information including tickets, go to MauiClassicalMusicFestival.org or call 808-280-5662.
Quintana at Mulligans, Friday
Singer and guitarist Cody Quintana performs at Mulligans On The Blue Friday, May 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. For more information, go to mulligansontheblue.com, or call 808-874-1131.
Free hula workshop, Friday
A complimentary Hawaiian “Papa Hula” workshop takes place Friday, May 20, from 4 to 5 p.m. at the performance area at the lower level at The Shops at Wailea. Learn about the instruments, the traditional dress, accessories, and dance movements and their meaning. For more information, go to theshopsatwailea.com or call 808-891-6770.
Tempa & Naor Project, Saturday
Tempa Singer and Naor Nave perform soulful folk music with Willy Wainwright at Mulligan On The Blue Saturday, May 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. For more information, go to mulligansontheblue.com, or call 808-874-1131.
Natalie Nicole, Luana Lounge
Singer/guitarist Natalie Nicole performs at Fairmont Kea Lani’s Luana Lounge Saturday, May 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. She sings soulful acoustic music.
Jazz Benoits, Sunday
Well known Maui jazz performers Angela and Phil Benoit perform at Pita Paradise in Makena Sunday, May 22, at 6 p.m. They play original works and jazz standards, boss nova, pop, and Hawaiian swing. For more information, go to benoitjazzworks.com .
Island Soul, Mulligans
Island Soul regularly entertains at Mulligans On The Blue on Sunset Sunday, May 22, with dancing from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. The five-piece band features a soulful, rock, funky flair. Check by going to mulligansontheblue.com or call 808-874-1131.
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