Maui Arts & Entertainment
Weekend Provides Ample Excuses to Celebrate
It’s the first weekend of September and there is plenty going on to keep you occupied. Want the deets? Click here.
International Hula Competition to be Held on Maui
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center has announced that Kū Mai Ka Hula (“Hula Appears”) will soon return to their theaters for its eighth year of presenting the professional, prestigious hula competition on Maui.
Monsanto Attempts Bold PR Move
WARNING: SATIRE, intended to give you a break from the heave ho that is life. For the most part, if it sounds too good to be true, it isn’t.
Weekend Dominated by Reasons to Eat
Welcome to Labor Day Weekend, and brace yourselves, as most of the action appears to involve chewing.
UB40 Vocalist to Perform at Reggae in the Valley
On Friday, prepare for the biggest “Reggae in the Valley” in its nine-year history. The show starts at 4:30 p.m. and is headlined by Ali Campbell, formerly of UB40.
Frank DeLima To Perform at Benefit
Tomorrow night, comedian Frank DeLima will be performing at a benefit dinner whose proceeds go to a local family who lost their home in a fire last month.
Jackson Browne Joins Crosby/Nash Benefit Concert
This Thursday, Aug. 29 David Crosby and Graham Nash will be performing along with Jackson Browne as a benefit for Ruth’s Ride.
Hale Makua 25th Annual Signature Fundraising Event
The event features an evening under the stars with a traditional lūʻau dinner and silent action. Entertainment will be provided by the hula and fire dancers of Tihati Productions who will be performing Te Au Moana “The Ocean Tide.”
Festivals of Aloha Maui Events, Sept. 6 to 29
The annual Festivals of Aloha event returns for a series of events on Maui, beginning on September 6th. A separate schedule of events is planned in the East Maui town of Hāna in October.
Haleakalā Ranch Celebrates 125th Anniversary
Haleakalā Ranch kicks off its 125th anniversary year with a historical exhibit about Upcountry ranching. The year-long exhibit opens on Tuesday, Sept. 3, at the Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center on Baldwin Avenue in Makawao. Admission is free.
Weekend Offers Chance to Dunk the Mayor
It’s the weekend, yo. You can hit up Kihei Friday, Celebrate Historic Lahaina, help plant a garden, catch some comedy, win prizes at Maui Mall and see a musical.
Les Mis’ Musical Director On Why You Need to See It
We talked to Robert Willis, the show’s musical director about how this gargantuan production – with 80 actors and a 25-piece orchestra – came to be.
Sneak a Peek at MACC’s Newest Art Installation
This Saturday you can meet the MACC’s first artist-in-residence and take an advance peek at the installation he’s currently finishing up.
Celebrate Historic Lahaina This Weekend
This coming weekend, plan to take in “Celebrate Historic Lahaina,” an event featuring a host of cultural activities, presentations and food.
Weekend Filled With Misery, Happiness, and Coffee
It’s Friday again. Take a gander at the best of the best of the best… er… the list of what’s going on this weekend to keep you suitably entertained.
Les Misérables Opens
After months of rehearsals, MAPA’s production of Les Misérables will be opening this Friday, Aug. 16 in the MACC’s Castle Theater.
Marine Life Photo Contest Ends This Week
You know that amazing Hawaiian Monk Seal shot you snapped? It could earn you an annual pass to the Maui Ocean Center and a photo eco tour.
Weekend Rampant With Food, Music and Auctions
Once again, the weekend is upon this. This one is filled with foodie events, music, and a chance to watch the governor put his hands into wet cement.
Kings of Spade to Rock Paia Friday Night
Honolulu-based Kings of Spade will once again be bringing their high-energy, urban funk, soul/blues, and rock sound to Maui. We talk to vocalist Kasi Nunes.
