Maui Arts & Entertainment
Inaugural Kihei 4th Friday & Other Weekend Options
You did it! You (most likely) survived another year! Celebrate your continued existence at one of these fine functions we’ve found for you.
Makana Among Speakers at TEDxMaui 2013
Organizers of TEDxMaui have announced that Hawaii-born and raised musician Makana is among the roster of diverse presenters.
Bill Maher Proposes Eating Newt Gingrich
We discovered the lighthearted side of the acerbic host of HBO’s Real Time with Bill Maher, when we talked to him about elephants, time travel, and bad 80s clothes.
“Whaddaya Mean We’re Still Alive?” Weekend Options
It’s kind of a slow weekend, events-wise, but hey, we weren’t even supposed to be here to have to write this up. Still, here are some of the best options going.
Last-Minute Local Holiday Gift Ideas
Still have gifts to buy and want to support local businesses? You’re in luck! Here are a variety of unique items made here on Maui that (probably) won’t get re-gifted.
Three Films with Oscar Buzz Premiering
There are eleven films playing as part of the First Light Film Festival this week. Three of them are likely Oscar contenders worth checking out.
Maui’s New Movie Reviewer is a Pidgin-Talking Pigeon
In news that is almost too weird to type, a pidgin-talking pigeon that reviews movies here on Maui debuts today.
We Pick Maui’s Weekend Highlights
Don’t run the risk of getting a bunch of ink all over your hands. We’ve wasted hours weighing all the options and here are the best picks for the weekend.
Comedian Gabriel Iglesias Lends His Weight to Maui
Gabriel Iglesias – the “fluffy” comedian known for defining the “Five Levels of Fatness” (and later adding a sixth) – plays the MACC on Thursday night.
Comedienne Rita Rudner Plays the MACC
Rudner has appeared in several television shows, recorded multiple award-winning comedy specials, and authored five books. This Saturday she plays the MACC.
Maui’s Weekend: Nutcracker Sweets, Wailea Food/Wine
Plenty to choose from as First Friday (and Santa) hit Wailuku, the Wailea Food and WIne Festival is in full swing, and ProArts Playhouse presents Smokey Joe’s Cafe.
Hawaiʻi’s Beamer and Kekauoha Among Grammy Nominees
Maui resident Keola Beamer was nominated last night for a Grammy Award for his album Malama Ko Aloha.
James Katina: Missionaries and Music
The Katinas, a contemporary Christian music group originally from American Samoa, will be playing the MACC Thursday night. We talked to bandmate James Katina.
ʻUlupalakua’s Ancient Cypress “Hula Circle” Reinvented
Last March, two ancient Cyprus trees that had once graced the entrance of Maui’s Winery/Tedeschi Vineyards in Ulupalakua fell. Check out their rebirth here.
Maui’s Weekend: Jimi Hendrix to Maui Pops
This weekend Ozomatli takes you all over LA – and the world – with their multicultural sound. Also, groove on hard-thumping bass or check out a reinvented hula circle.
Westin Ka’anapali Offers “Ice” Skating By the Sea
Been waiting to show off your triple lutz? The Westin Ka’anapali Ocean Resort Villas opens their environmentally friendly hybrid-ice skating rink tomorrow.
Keali’I Reichel Plays the MACC Friday
This Friday, see an up close and personal side of Keali‘i Reichel, Hawaii’s award-winning kumu hula, chanter and world-renowned recording artist.
Maui’s Weekend: Spoken Word, Movies Galore
The First Light Film Festival is in full swing this weekend with nine movies available for your viewing pleasure. Also check out Kathy Collins spoken word performance.
Thanksgiving Survival Guide 101
As George Burns once said, “Happiness is having a large, loving, caring, close-knit family in another city.” Here are some tips for surviving the holidays with yours.
“Art with Heart” Benefit at Seabury Hall
Art with Heart, a student-run philanthropy club at Seabury Hall, will hold its third art fundraiser showcase, entitled “Transitions,” on Friday, Nov. 30. to aid third-world countries.
