Shows &events
Hawaiian Sunset Saturday returns
Residents, visitors and families of all ages are invited to Hawaiian Sunset Saturday, happening at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday on the lawn at Coconut Grove Marketplace.
This once-a-month free community event celebrates Kona’s sunsets with live Hawaiian music and hula performed by the dancers of Halau Kaeaikahelelani, under the direction of kumu hula Yuki Kaea Lyons and Lily Kahelelani Lyons Dudoit.
All are invited to bring lawn chairs or beach mats and enjoy the evening. Parking is available; coolers are not permitted.
Info: www.historickailuavillage.com.
Up Country Faire set
Christ Church Episcopal will hold its annual Up Country Faire from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Sept. 4 at the church in Kealakekua.
The event will feature pony rides, games, a fire truck, a magic show, balloon man, petting zoo, Advocats, and KARES, a huge rummage sale, silent auction, food, vendors and fun.
Proceeds will benefit “Family Support Hawaii” as well as help pay for the renovations to the 150-year-old historic church and for Wallace Hall, which houses the Punana Leo school.
Info: Contact Janet Britt at 769-4343 or email Janetbritt50@gmail.com.
Maluhia performs Saturday
Maluhia headlines a Hui Kakoo Benefit Concert Series performance Saturday at Keauhou Shopping Center.
The concert, a benefit for The Food Basket, starts at 5 p.m. Admission is two cans of food to be donated to the organization, which is Hawaii Island’s lone food bank. Each can beyond the minimum two for admission provides entry to win a prize from one of the series’ sponsors: Jam’s World, Kenichi Pacific, Paradise Found Boutique and Kona Stories.
Hui Kakoo is a monthly concert series held at Keauhou Shopping Center. Hui Kakoo means “Coming Together in Support.”
Info: http://www.keauhouvillageshops.com.
Film screenings
Movies Under the Stars featuring ‘The Jungle Book’
Queens’ MarketPlace will host its monthly Movies Under the Stars on Saturday with a showing of “The Jungle Book.”
Attendees should bring a beach chair or blanket for the free outdoor movie that gets underway at dusk, about 6 p.m., at the Coronation Pavilion.
The PG film tells the story of Mowgli, a man-cub. After a threat from the tiger Shere Khan forces him to flee the jungle, a Mowgli embarks on a journey of self discovery with the help of panther, Bagheera, and free spirited bear, Baloo.
Info: www.queensmarketplace.net.
Library to screen ‘Beauty and the Beast’
Kailua-Kona Public Library will host a free screening of Disney’s live-action film, “Beauty and the Beast” at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
Following the film, a craft program suitable for ages 7 and up get underway at 6 p.m. The movie requires no reservation but the craft program, creating a special vase for your own enchanting rose, is limited to the first 25 patrons with reservations closing Aug. 28.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by Friends of the Libraries, Kona this program is free to the public.
Info: 327-4327.
Announcements
2018 Waimea Ocean Film Festival set
The annual Waimea Ocean Film Festival returns to the Big Island in January 2018.
Another exciting line-up of films, speakers, exhibits, presentations and Breakfast Talks are slated during the Jan. 1-9 festival held in Waimea and at Mauna Kea Resort, the Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, and Four Seasons Resort Hualalai.
Films and programs run across seven venues Jan. 1-4 in Waimea (Kahilu Theatre, HPA Gates Theatre, Parker Theatre, Anna Ranch), at the Mauna Kea Resort and at the Fairmont Orchid, before moving to Four Seasons Resort Hualalai for the remainder of the festival.
Early purchase/kamaaina pass rates are available throgh Sept. 15. Contact the festival office at passes@waimeaoceanfilm.org, or visit www.waimeaoceanfilm.org.
The festival is also seeking volunteers. Volunteers receive a Waimea Four-Day Film Pass for themselves, as well as a Waimea Six-Punch Pass to give to a friend or family member. Download the Volunteer Form to join the team, or contact the festival office at 854-6095 or by email to info@waimeaoceanfilm.org.
The Waimea Ocean Film Festival is a 501(c)3 organization. The festival is made possible through the contributions of patrons and sponsors.
Info: www.waimeaoceanfilm.org.
Classes &workshops
Prince Dance Institute announces fall classes
Prince Dance Institute is offering more than 25 performing arts classes at Kahilu Theatre and Hawaii Preparatory Academy this fall in Waimea, and the Honokaa Hongwanji Mission.
Enrollment is open and classes begin Sept. 6 and run weekly through Dec. 15. Represented in the offerings are the disciplines of dance, theatre, music, and acrobatics, with classes available for all ages and skill levels. Performance opportunities will be available for interested students.
Prince Dance Institute faculty includes Alexis Gaines, Angel Prince, Amanda Trusty, Candie Duggan, Chris “Mana” Hoopai, Elizabeth Brawner, Kalena Zindric, Kat Reuss, Kendyll Howard, Leia Lawrence and Lynn Barre.
Classes at Kahilu Theatre are conducted on the Kahilu Theatre Main Stage and in the Mike Luce Studio, and are held Monday through Thursday, between 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. They include Acting Technique, Aerial Silks, Ballet, Breakdancing, Contemporary Dance, Glee, Hip Hop, Hula, Keiki Dance, Musical Theatre: Dance and Drama, Performance and Choreography, Tap, Trapeze, and Theatre Games.
Classes at the Honokaa Hongwanji Mission are held Thursday through Friday, between 2:30 and 5 p.m. They include Ballet, Jazz, Parent-Child Creative Movement.
Hawaii Preparatory Academy will hold classes in acrobatics and tumbling on Mondays between 5 and 7:30 p.m.
Info/register: Call Angel Prince at 217-3008 or visit www.princedanceinstitute.com.
Stained glass workshop returns
Glass artist Lois Pollock will share her expertise and knowledge, teaching students the skills involved in working safely with stained glass, and creating a beautiful, sturdy piece of art during an upcomping workshop at Volcano Art Center.
“Stained Glass – An Introductory Class” will be held at from 9 a.m. to noon at Volcano Art Center on Sept. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17. The six-session workshop for beginners will cover all of the basic techniques, from glass cutting, foiling, soldering, and completing with patina and polishing compound.
Cost is $135 for VAC members and $150 for nonmembers, in addition to a $15 supply fee. Attendees are asked to wear long pants, snug fitting gloves, covered shoes and safety glasses. Advance registration is required and this workshop will be limited to 6six adults.
Info/register: Call Volcano Art Center at 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.
You will complete this 6-session workshop with a finished light-catcher, and the knowledge and experience of the basic skills involved to continue working with stained glass.
The Volcano Art Center is a non-profit educational organization created in 1974 to promote, develop, and perpetuate the artistic and cultural heritage of Hawai‘i’s people and environment through activities in the visual, literary, and performing arts. Please visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.
Leaf contour drawing workshop offered
Susan O’Malley will lead a leaf contour drawing workshops from 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. on Sept. 9 at the Society for Kona’s Education and Art in Honaunau.
Contour drawing is an artistic technique in which the artist uses only lines to sketch the outline of an object. Students begin by tracing the outline of a lau’ae leaf and trace over the pencil lines yet again with a fine-tipped black marker, then partially color their leaves, spores and veins with crayons. These crayon markings will resist the water color washes painted on the leaf’s interior. After the watercolors on the leaf’s interior have dried, a contrasting watercolor wash background will complete their masterpiece.
Tuition is $25 for nonmembers with an early bird discount offered through Sept. 5 and $20 for SKEA members. All materials are included. The workshop is geared for all ages; youngsters are welcome with supervision.
Info/register: Call 328-9392 or email skea@hawaii.rr.com.
Announcements
UH-Hilo Performing Arts Center unveils 2017-18 schedule
The University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center has unveiled its schedule of performances for the 2017-18 season, which begins on Oct. 4 at 7:30 p.m. with the Yara Arts Group’s production of Shank’s Mare.
“This beautiful and very detailed production combines Japanese traditional puppetry, live video projection of miniature sets and an original score performed live on hammered dulcimer, Japanese shamisen and flute,” said PAC Manager Lee Dombroski.
The Okareka Dance Company from New Zealand will present Mana Wahine at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 24. The all-female work utilizes dance, theatre and film to honor the essence of being a woman.
Abe Lagrimas Jr. will serve up his blend of jazz stylings on ukulele, vibes and drums accompanied by Dean Taba on bass and Noel Okimoto on drums and vibes at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 15.
Holiday Card to Hilo: Welcome to the season, will be presented at 2 p.m. on Nov. 19. Performers include the UH Hilo Kapili Choir and University Chorus under the direction of Amy Horst, the Orchid Isle Orchestra directed by Cathy Young and the Hilo Community Chorus under the direction of Tom McAlexander.
Closing out the fall portion of the season will be the son of the late, legendary Frank Zappa, and Grammy Award-winning artist Dweezil Zappa. Zappa will perform with the UH Hilo Jazz Orchestra under the direction of Trever Veilleux at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 8 and 9.
The PAC is also presenting a special event in the fall. The second annual Dance Collective, directed and produced by Dori Yamada, will feature performances by various Hawaii Island choreographers and dancers at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 29.
The spring season begins Feb. 15 with a 7:30 p.m. traditional Japanese arts concert by Shamisen Master Goshiro Kineya, featuring melodies and the theatrical music of Kabuki traditions performed on traditional instruments by more than 60 artists from Japan.
Lead artists Ova Saopeng and Leilani Chan will explore the plight and challengesof immigrants and refugees and open a dialog to promote healing when TeAda Productions presents Masters of the Currents on March 8.
The Alt., comprised of renowned guitarist and songwriter John Doyle; noted flautist, singer and songwriter Nuala Kennedy and Eamon O’Leary, who is one half of the critically acclaimed Murphy Beds will perform Irish ballads and freshly discovered songs of the rich Irish tradition on March 22.
The season closes with the “local style” comedy Aloha Las Vegas, directed by newly appointed UH Hilo Drama Assistant Professor Justina Mattos. Performance dates are April 12-14.
Season subscription packages ranging in price from $70 to $156 will be available beginning Tuesday by calling the PAC Box Office at 932-7490 or online at www.artscenter.uhh.hawaii.edu. Single tickets for all events will be available beginning Sept. 19. ■