What to stream: ‘Drag Race’ world tour and other Pride Month picks
June is Pride Month, a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community, and remembrance of the fight for civil rights that started back at the Stonewall Inn on a June night in 1969 and continues to this day. While Pride is often about celebrating with community, there’s no reason why it can’t reflect in your streaming movie and TV choices as well, so here are a few suggestions for streaming options timed to Pride.
‘Suffocated’: Art becomes form of protest against Olympics
TOKYO — Miwako Sakauchi stands in her studio and brushes spinning swirls on torn cardboard and drawing paper, using the five colors designated as symbols of the modern Olympiad.
The unanswered ‘Jeopardy!’ question: Who’s the new host?
LOS ANGELES — “Jeopardy!” needed a host, and Lucille Ball had an enthusiastic suggestion for creator Merv Griffin: The smooth-voiced, debonair emcee of the “High Rollers” game show.
Kahilu Theatre presents Kapena June 19
The iconic band Kapena — featuring Kelly Boy, Kapena, Kalena, and Lilo — will perform from the Luau Grounds of the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel next weekend.
In brief: June 11, 2021
Exploring the Big Island through art
Signature art chosen for Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival has selected critically acclaimed New York Times best-selling picture book illustrator and artist Jing Jing Tsong to create its signature 2021 artwork.
Vinyl records surge during pandemic, keeping sales spinning
PORTLAND, Maine — Vinyl record sales surged during the pandemic as music lovers fattened their collections, and audio cassettes began a comeback as well, keeping business spinning at record stores.
Unplugged: Something new for Bottle of Blue
Since 2013, Bottle of Blue has been faithfully paying their musical dues on Kona’s club circuit. And one highly important element has remained constant in the band: they offer some of the best classic rock and blues played on the island.
A heartfelt tribute: Waimea Community Chorus celebrates music icon Elton John
Last spring, the Waimea Community Chorus had plans to perform an Elton John tribute concert at the Kahilu Theatre, but the pandemic put the show on pause.
Kalani Pe‘a releases new album
Two-time Grammy Award winner, singer/songwriter Kalani Pe’a recently released his junior album “Kau Ka Pe’a.”
Waimea Community Chorus concert honors Elton John
Kahilu Theatre presents the Waimea Community Chorus Tribute to Elton John this Sunday.
Hawaiian Style Band shines at shoreline concert
“It’s so great to be around human beings again!” quipped guitarist Bryan Kessler at the beginning of Hawaiian Style Band’s 90-minute performance at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel last Saturday. “It’s so cool, I forgot what’s it’s like!”
Kona Dance and Performing Arts marks five years
Kona Dance and Performing Arts is celebrating its fifth anniversary this spring.
Honoka‘a Western Week rides again: Celebration of paniolo heritage kicks off May 22
What started in the 1940s as “Rodeo Days” has grown into a weeklong celebration of paniolo heritage, during Honoka‘a Western Week, set for May 22 to 31. And, although the large gatherings won’t be happening due to public health restrictions, the 70-plus year tradition is alive and well.
Robert Cazimero revives Kahilu concert tradition
It’s official! The Kahilu Theatre made its comeback last Saturday with two concerts by Hawaiian music legend Robert Cazimero. Concertgoers who held onto their tickets from last year’s canceled Cazimero show were the first allowed to re-enter the popular Waimea venue. Some told me that they drove from as far away as Hilo and Kona just to be part of this historic event.
‘Antique Roadshow’ flips the script with celebrity editions
NEW YORK — Chef, cookbook author and TV host Carla Hall has always wondered about an antique wooden highchair her family has long cherished.
Students learn about local history, culture by creating mural at Pahoa High School
Students at Pahoa High School have created a mural that will brighten up the school with a design dedicated to the history of Puna.
