Maui Arts & Entertainment
2021 Nā Kamehameha Commemorative Virtual Pā‘ū Parade and Ho‘olaule‘a Releases June 19
The 2021 Nā Kamehameha Commemorative Pā‘ū Parade and Ho‘olaule‘a is going virtual this year, and will be available for release next Saturday, June 19, 2021.
MACC Accepting Artist Applications for Schaefer Portrait Challenge 2022
Maui Arts & Cultural Center is accepting applications from artists for its signature triennial exhibition: Schaefer Portrait Challenge 2022. The exhibition, with new dates of Jan. 11 – March 20, 2022, will be held at Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Schaefer International Gallery.
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40th Annual Kapalua Wine & Food Festival Special Events This Week
The 40th Annual Kapalua Wine & Food Festival is underway this week in a modified format with intimate events throughout the resort. There are still some seats available for two memorable events at Montage Kapalua Bay this week, both featuring premium champagnes from the house of Laurent-Perrier.
Plaque Honoring Promoter Tom Moffatt Installed at Waikīkī Shell
Mayor Rick Blangiardi held a ceremony to dedicate a plaque at the Tom Moffatt Waikīkī Shell honoring legendary concert promoter and entrepreneur, Tom Moffatt. Moffatt passed away in 2016 after a six-decade career promoting events in the islands.
Introducing the “The Morning KISS with Ed Kanoi & Brandee” on Maui
KJKS FM – 99.9 KISS FM on Maui welcomes Brandee as the station’s new morning show co-host. She joins longtime on-air personality Ed Kanoi, during the morning drive, weekdays from 6-10 a.m.
Mayor Proclaims “Willie K Month” in June
The month of June 2021 has been proclaimed “Willie K Month” in the County of Maui. Maui Mayor Michael Victorino issued the proclamation on Friday, May 28, 2021 during a press briefing, recognizing the legendary musician.
MACC’s Drive-in Concerts Feature Henry Kapono, Makana & Ho‘okena, June 4-6
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center’ Live @ the MACC series presents three free outdoor, drive-in concerts Friday, June 4 through Sunday, June 6 in the A&B Amphitheater. Each concert will also be livestreamed.
Small Town * Big Art Presents Latest Public Artwork by Jaclynn Sabado-Eitel
Small Town * Big Art presents Wailuku’s latest work of public art, Makai to Mauka by local artist Jaclynn Sabado-Eitel.
Live @ the MACC to Feature Johnny Helm with Special Guest John Cruz, May 29
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center presents singer-songwriter and three-time Nā Hōkū Hanohano nominee Johnny Helm and special guest, John Cruz to its schedule of free Live @ the MACC concerts taking place on the Castle Theater stage at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 29. The show will be streamed on the MACC website, its Facebook and YouTube pages – and on Akaku Channel 55.
Two Maui Women Create an Animated Series for Young Children
Two Maui women, Geri Emata and Cyndi Mayo-Akeo, have incorporated their musical backgrounds to create educational entertainment for young children.
Live @ The MACC Presents Johnny Helm with John Cruz on May 29
Honolulu-based singer/songwriter Johnny Helm, with special guest John Cruz, have been added to the schedule of free streamed Saturday night Live @ the MACC concerts. They will play May 29 at 7:30 pm on the Castle Theater stage at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
AARP Presents Free Jake Shimabukuro Concert May 27 during AAPI Heritage Month
To celebrate Asian-American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, AARP is presenting a free live stream concert with Hawaiʻi’s Jake Shimabukuro will be held Thursday, May 27 at 2 pm.
The MACC Announces Selection of Hawai‘i’s First-Ever Youth Poet Laureate
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center has announced that Hawai‘i’s first-ever youth poet laureate designation has been presented to Lua Bowman, a junior at O‘ahu’s Punahou School.
Hui No‘eau Art Installation on Maui Honors Lives Lost to COVID-19 in Hawai‘i
Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center presents Rose River Memorial, an art installation in collaboration with Artist Marcos Lutyens and the Rose River Memorial project honoring the lives lost to COVID-19 in the State of Hawai‘i.
Lahaina Galleries to Celebrate 45 Years with Anniversary Event at The Shops at Wailea, May 22
Lahaina Galleries is celebrating its 45 years of fine art sales at all of its three US locations – Wailea, Kohala and Newport Beach – from 4 p.m. through 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 22. The galleries will adhere to state guidelines for its in-person events and live social media events for those who cannot attend.
Celebration of Life Planned for the Late Willie K
The Kahaialiʻi ʻOhana will hold a Celebration of Life for William Awihilima Kahaialiʻi on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at Wahikuli Wayside State park in West Maui from 2-4 p.m.
Live @ the MACC to Stream Brown Chicken Brown Cow Concert, May 15
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center added the Brown Chicken Brown Cow String Band to its schedule of free Live @ the MACC concerts taking place on the Castle Theater stage at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 15. The concert will be streamed on the MACC website as well as its Facebook, YouTube pages and on Akaku Channel 55.
Adaptations Dance Theater Presents ADT ON DEMAND: A Fundraiser and Video Streaming Experience
ADT ON DEMAND provides a way for audiences to enjoy the company’s past and present concert dance productions from the comfort of their own homes and on their own schedules – at a time when live performances are still on hold.
Maui’s Island Rock Musician Hananoʻeau Nominated for Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards
Island Rock musician Ka’imi Hanano’eau has been nominated to the final ballot for the 44th
Annual Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards in the Alternative Album of the Year category for “Pohaku
Motu.”
Cast Announced for ABC’s “The Ultimate Surfer” Competition Summer Series
The World Surf League announced the cast for ABC’s upcoming summer series “The Ultimate Surfer,” where up-and-coming surfers train and live together as they battle it out at WSL’s Surf Ranch in Lemoore, California.
