Maui Arts & Entertainment
Hālau o ka Hanu Lehua soloists named overall winners of Hula o Nā Keiki 2024
Hula O Nā Keiki – a solo competition for young hula practitioners – returned to the Outrigger Kāʻanapali Beach Resort this past weekend. All eight contestants represented their hālau and hula lineages. The two overall winners were Khandi-Pearl Holi and Luke Hilinaʻi Aquino – both students of Hālau o ka Hanu Lehua, under the direction of Kumu Hula Carlson Kamaka Kukona III.
‘WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY’ improv tour returns to the MACC on Dec. 1
The current cast members of the Emmy-nominated TV show “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” present their new improv tour, “Whose Live Anyway?” in a return visit to Maui on Sunday, Dec. 1.
Mākaha Sons set to perform Dec. 6 at the McCoy Studio Theater
The Mākaha Sons, one of Hawaiʻi’s most beloved musical groups, will perform a special holiday concert 7 p.m. Dec. 6 at the McCoy Studio Theater, the Maui Arts & Cultural Center announced.
Holiday cheer meets island vibes at The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali
This holiday season, The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali invites guests and locals alike to experience a series of festive events and activities for all ages. From Christmas carols, to a holiday pop-up bar and special performances, guests will find numerous ways to celebrate the season, Maui-style. For the full details on holiday happenings at The […]
Anuhea set to perform Dec. 28 at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua
Anuhea, one of Hawai’i’s most popular recording artists, will perform during a special holiday concert Dec. 28 at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua.
‘Uncle Bully’s Surf Skool’ documentary screens at Kāʻanapali Beach Resort on Nov. 20
Surfrider Foundation Maui Chapter will host a free screening of Inflatable Film’s award-winning, 40-minute documentary, “Uncle Bully’s Surf Skool” on Wednesday, Nov. 20 at 6 p.m. The documentary follows local Maui surf instructor Robert “Bully” Kotter and his mentorship of Lahaina’s under-served youth during the pandemic.
Upcoming Hawaiian Music Series features Kamehameha Maui Hawaiian Ensemble in a new venue
The Hawaiian Music Series for November will take place Thursday, Nov. 21 at 6 p.m. on the beautiful Ocean Lawn of the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa in Kāʻanapali.
MACC presents Daniel Tosh Live comedy show on Black Friday
A comedy show at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center brings one of the sharpest, most unapologetic comedians around.
The Shops at Wailea presents November entertainment lineup
The Shops at Wailea presents a lineup of lively and meaningful events for November, bringing together the spirit of the season with local talent, music, and community support. Highlights are listed here.
Maui’s Kalani Peʻa nominated for his 4th GRAMMY
Maui musician Kalani Peʻa has been nominated for yet another GRAMMY.
MACC presents Paths of Ink art exhibit through Dec. 28
A new exhibit will be on display at the Schaefer International Gallery from Nov. 12 through Dec. 28, 2024.
Hawai‘i Sea Grant annual sci-art exhibit opens merging science, art
A new exhibit brings attention to the urgent issue of marine debris impacting Hawaiʻi’s coastlines and ecosystems.
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.
Hawai‘i hires on ‘Rescue: HI-Surf’ made $31M in wages; workforce training provided to local interns
A pulse-pounding new drama set on Oahu’s North Shore is contributing to the state’s economy in a big way. “Rescue: HI-Surf,” a co-production of John Wells Productions, Warner Bros. Television and FOX Entertainment, hired over 2,100 local cast and crew to be part of the first season. Collectively, the hires earned more than $31.75 million in wages.
Willie Nelson’s critically praised new studio album, ‘Last Leaf on the Tree,’ out today
Legacy Records, the catalog division of Sony Music Entertainment, released Willie Nelson’s anticipated new studio album, “Last Leaf on the Tree,” on Friday. His 76th solo studio album and 153rd album overall, “Last Leaf on the Tree” was produced by his son Micah and finds Nelson covering an eclectic collection of songs by rock legends, idiosyncratic singer songwriters, alt-rock heroes, and indie folk artists, as well as a new recording of Willie’s 1967 song, “The Ghost,” and a new composition by Willie and Micah Nelson together.
New horror novel features ‘The Nightmarchers’
Storytellers from Hawaiʻi discuss the significance of the iconic nightmarchers, which are spectral bands of ancient warriors seen by locals and tourists alike.
Wailuku First Friday welcomes season of giving, Nov. 1
The next Wailuku First Friday town party is set for Nov. 1, from 6 to 9 p.m., on Market Street. In celebration of community generosity, several Wailuku town merchants and event vendors have announced that proceeds from their sales will be donated to local organizations.
Halloween contest winners at The Shops at Wailea announced
The Shops at Wailea welcomed families and keiki for a Halloween celebration packed with excitement, imaginative costumes, and festive surprises on Sunday, Oct. 27. Nearly 1,000 guests attended the event with 180 contestants taking part in this year’s costume contest.
Leimana Kaleinamanu Purdy wins 3rd Carmen Hulu Lindsey Leo Ha‘iha‘i Falsetto Contest
The 3rd Annual Carmen Hulu Lindsey Leo Ha‘iha‘i Falsetto Contest took center stage on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, at the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, celebrating the unique Hawaiian tradition of leo ha‘iha‘i and crowned its third Falsetto Champion Leimana Kaleinamanu Purdy of Kula, Maui.
Roots Reborn celebrates Día de los Muertos, Nov. 2 in Wailuku
Roots Reborn, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and uplifting Maui’s migrant and immigrant community, announced its 2nd annual Díaia de los Muertos celebration. In preparation for this special event, Roots Reborn collaborated with Coca Farms, an immigrant owned and operated farm, to plant, grow and harvest over 2,000 cempazúchil (marigold) flowers, which are believed to guide spirits back to their loved ones for the night. This family-friendly event will take place on Saturday, Nov. 2 from 4 to 9 p.m. at the JW Cameron Center in Wailuku.