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Through poetic language, vivid theatricality, and sharp political insight, the play examines a pivotal moment in Hawaiian history when the kingdom faced the pressures of colonization, religious conversion, and cultural upheaval.

This Saturday, Maui OnStage invites movie lovers to a special big-screen showing of the 1939 classic, The Wizard of Oz. The magic starts before the movie begins. Moviegoers who arrive one hour early can enjoy the “Oz Festival” in the theater lobby. Perfect for families, this pre-show event features character meet-and-greets and fun “Oz Skip” dance lessons to […]

Maui OnStage will present its inaugural Ghost Light Awards next month to recognize the artists, volunteers and productions that brought theatrical magic to 2025 stage season.

Maui OnStage is delighted to announce its holiday production of “A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol,” running Nov. 21 through Dec. 7 at the historic ʻĪao Theater.

The Sewing Hui, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to sewing for the Maui community, continues to make its mark on the island’s arts scene with its latest collaboration: the Maui OnStage production of “Come From Away.”

The real-life inspiration behind the character “Kevin T.” in the Broadway hit “Come From Away” is heading to Wailuku’s historic ʻĪao Theater for a special appearance at Maui OnStage’s local production of the musical.

Noalani Helela’s play Aloha Kaua will be showing at the historic ʻĪao Theater, March 8 and 9. Aloha Kaua is a historical drama about the  period in King Kamehameha III’s rule known as “the time of Kaomi” (ka wa  ia Kaomi).

Momentum Dance Maui and Maui OnStage open the festive and family-friendly holiday favorite “Nutcracker Sweets” on Saturday, Dec. 14 for six performances only. 

For entertainment this week on Maui, there’s the Maui Veterans Day Invitational Kayak Clash, the 21st Annual Falsetto Contest, a free performance by The Voice contestant Jason Arcilla, debuts of Makana’s song “Lahainalalo,” and a recital by classical pianist Mahana Teave as part of a Wildfire Benefit Concert Series.