Maui Arts & Entertainment
‘Sharks After Dark’ goes green on March 16
The St. Patrick’s Day edition of “Sharks After Dark,” Maui Ocean Center’s 21-and-older nights, will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 16.
Stories of Place panel discussion at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center, March 16
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center hosts a panel discussion on Saturday, March 16 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Morgado Hall, marking the close of the Sense of Place/Place of Sense exhibit.
Ke Kauā o Ka Lāhui: The Life of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Pi‘ikoi, March 15 on Maui
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center presents “Ke Kauā o Ka Lāhui: The Life of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole Piʻikoi,” a play by Victoria Nalani Kneubuhl in the McCoy Studio Theater on Friday, March 15, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.
Maui Public Art program to launch in Makawao
Maui Public Art Corps, in partnership with the County of Maui and Hale Hō‘ike‘ike at the Bailey House/ Maui Historical Society, is announcing a new public art project in development for the town of Makawao. Sculptor Matthias Neumann has been selected to create a piece fronting the Makawao Public Library, which will be unveiled on April 20, 2024.
Baldwin High School wins Honolulu Festival Maui Mikoshi design contest
The Honolulu Festival Foundation announced today that H.P. Baldwin High School of Wailuku is the winner of the 28th Annual Honolulu Festival Maui Mikoshi design contest.
MAPA receives $1,000,000 donation for new theatre in Wailuku
Maui Academy of Performing Arts has received a $1,000,000 donation for its new black box theatre in Wailuku from philanthropist Susan Naylor Moulton. Currently under construction, the Naylor Family Theatre will open in spring 2025.
Maui Preparatory Academy premiers ‘Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley’ this Friday
Based on the best-selling book series by Jeff Brown, the “Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley” brings the legend of two-dimensional hero Stanley Lambchop to the Bozich Center at Maui Prep in four shows March 8 through March 10. Two main casts will dance and sing their way through the 60-minute show.
The Shops at Wailea announces Easter and March entertainment lineup
The Shops at Wailea has an exciting lineup of events for March, featuring live jazz and Hawaiian music, art showcases and an Easter celebration, all of which are open to visitors and locals.
Top 20 things to do on Maui, March 7-17: the Musical Kinky Boots, Gutsy Women Tribute, Maui Pops Roaring ‘20s, African American dance fusion, and a play about Hawaiian Prince Kūhiō
This week on Maui, a musical tribute to Gutsy Women honors Women’s History Month, An African American dance company shares its drumming roots, and Maui Arts & Cultural Center has its annual gala fundraiser. Coming up fast are the Tony Award winning musical Kinky Boots, Maui Pops Orchestra’s music of the Roaring ’20s, and a historic play reviving the memory of Hawaiʻi’s Prince Kūhiō.
Maui’s Kamalei Kawaʻa shines light on Hawaiian heritage, joins Team Chance on NBC’s ‘The Voice’
Maui musician Kamalei Kawaʻa secured a spot on Team Chance during the Blind Auditions of NBC’s “The Voice” by singing “Redemption Song” by Bob Marley and the Wailers. Just seconds into his audition, Chance the Rapper turned his chair in the hopes of securing Kawaʻa for his team.
‘Aladdin Jr.’ musical hits the stage at St. Anthony Trojan Café this Wednesday
The St. Anthony School has announced a 60-minute musical rendition of Disney’s 1992 film “Aladdin” at the St. Anthony Trojan Café from Wednesday, March 6 through Friday, March 15.
Emmy-winning comedian Wanda Sykes to entertain at Castle Theater on April 5
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Castle Theater will welcome Wanda Sykes for a night of entertainment on her “Please and Thank You Tour” on Friday, April 5, starting at 7:30 p.m.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui hosts 32nd annual Celebration of the Arts, March 29-30
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua has announced the 32nd annual Celebration of the Arts – an opportunity for residents and visitors to embrace Hawaiian culture and traditions – taking place over Easter weekend, from March 29 through March 30.
Rosy Simas Danse returns to Maui to present new dance performance, March 21
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center will present a return to Maui for Rosy Simas Danse and an all-new dance performance entitled “she who lives on the road to war” at the MACC’s Castle Theater at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 21.
Electric production of ‘Grease’ premiers tonight at Baldwin Auditorium
Baldwin High School’s Performing Arts Learning Center will raise the curtain on their rendition of the iconic musical “Grease” at the Baldwin Auditorium tonight, Friday, March 1, 2024 at 7 p.m.
‘Shining Star Showcase’ spotlights talents of individuals with disabilities at ProArts Playhouse
Seventeen talented individuals with disabilities were spotlighted in a “Shining Star Showcase” at the ProArts Playhouse held Thursday in Kīhei.
Silent auction bidding launches Maui Calls, the MACC’s signature fundraising gala
Entertainment, auctions, gourmet food and fine wine tasting will highlight “Maui Calls,” the Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s signature fundraising gala, beginning with a silent auction Monday, via https://mauiarts.ejoinme.org/MauiCalls. The 26th anniversary Maui Calls event will take place 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 9.
Top 20 Things to Do on Maui, Feb. 29-March 10: Free performance Brigham Young jazz orchestra, Billboard hitmaker Iration , Nāpili Farmers Market reopens after wildfires
This week on Maui, there are free performances by the Brigham Young university jazz orchestra, Brother Noland and renown pianist June Choi Oh, Billboard hitmaker Iration performs at the MAAC, Mantoku Mission holds its annual bazaar, and the Nāpili Farmers Market reopens after the Aug. 8 Lahaina wildfire.
MACC hosts an evening with James Taylor and his All-Star Band on May 5
Music legend James Taylor has announced his return to Maui with his All-Star Band for a special outdoor concert under the stars at Alexander & Baldwin Amphitheater on Sunday, May 5.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui presents Brother Noland in concert, March 1
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua will welcome Brother Noland for a special concert on Friday, March 1 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. He will headline the resort’s Kapalua Concert Series, taking place at Alaloa Lounge, located in the lobby overlooking Kapalua and Honokahua Bay.
