Honolulu Weekly

Stage

10-Minute Play Festival: Hardcore and Popcorn Twelve short plays. Half are “popcorn” (family-appropriate), half are “hardcore” (mature audiences only). Make sure you get the days and times right. Leeward Community College Lab Theatre, 94-045 Ala Ike Rd., Pearl City: Popcorn: Fri 2/5, 8pm & Sat 2/6, 4pm; Hardcore: Fri 2/5, 4pm & Sat, 8pm. $5 at the door. 455-0385

Black Grace (See Hot Picks.) Visit [blackgrace.co.nz] Leeward Community College Theatre, 96-045 Ale ‘Ike: Sat 2/6, (8pm) $30 adults; $26 students/seniors/military/$20 under 12.

CANCELLED: A Concert of Chinese Theatre Song The program will include the first public performance of Kunqu song in Hawaii in more than 20 years. [hawaii.edu], 956-7655. Kennedy Theatre, UH-Manoa: Mon 2/8, (8pm) $18 advance; $22 regular; $20 seniors/military/UH faculty & staff; $15 students; $5 UHM students w/ID.

House Lights and Prolonged Sunlight A one-act play and six short plays by up-and-coming playwright Eric Yokimori. Get ready for bizarre theater adventures. Kumu Kahua Theatre, 46 Merchant St.: Fri–Sat, 8pm; Sun, 2pm. Through 2/14. $10–$16. [kumukahua.org], 536-4441

The Joy Luck Club See if the production has best-quality cast. Diamond Head Theatre, 520 Makapuu Dr.: Fri 2/5 & Sat 2/6, 8pm; Sun 2/7, 4pm. Through Sun 2/14. $12–$42. 733-0274

On The Spot: Inferno Improvisers are pitted against each other to see who can survive the trials of the devil’s advocate. Audience gets to score the funny results. [otsimprov.com], (800) 838-3006. The ARTS at Marks Garage, 1159 Nuuanu Ave.: Sat 2/6, (8pm) $14 general $10 students w/ID.

The Three Year Swim Club A play set on Maui in the 1930s, see the world premiere of the story of swim coach Soichi Sakamoto. By “The Pidgin Guerilla” Lee Tonouchi. Ages 8 and up. Visit [htyweb.org]. Tenney Theatre, St. Andrew’s Cathedral, Queen Emma Sq.: Fri 2/5, 7:30pm; Sat 2/6, 4:30pm. Runs 2/5–3/6. $8–$16.

The Velveteen Rabbit (See Hot Picks.) Visit [etickethawaii.com] or call the box office. Paliku Theatre, WCC: Fri 2/6 & Fri 2/13, 7pm; Sun 2/7 & 2/14, 2pm. $12 general; $9 student. 235-7433

The White Snake (See Hot Picks.) Call 944-2697 for tickets. Kennedy Theatre, UH-Manoa: Fri 2/5, Sat 2/6, 8pm; Sun 2/7, 2pm. Runs 2/5–2/14. $18 advance super saver; $22 regular; $20 senior/military/UH faculty & staff; $5 UHM students.

Upcoming Stage

Appalachia Hawaii A white military family with Appalachian roots living in Hawaii Kai and a local Pearl City family must cross paths when one family’s daughter is hapai by the other family’s son. Set in the early ’70s. Earle Ernst LAB Theatre, UH-Manoa: Wed 2/24–Sat 2/27, 8pm; Sun 2/28, 2pm. $5–$15. 956-7655

Die Walküre Wagner’s opera that gave birth to “Ride of the Valkyries.” Love him or hate him for it. [ticketmaster.com], (800) 745-3000. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave.: Fri 2/12, (8pm) $10–$120.

La Bohème For the young ’uns–this is the Puccini opera that inspired the storyline of Rent. Visit [ticketmaster.com] or call (800) 745-3000. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave.: Fri 2/26, (8pm) $10–$120.

The Piano Lesson An August Wilson play about the black experience in the 20th century–set in 1936 Pittsburgh. The Actors’ Group., 1116 Smith St.: Runs Fri 2/12–Sun 3/7. Thu–Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm. $10–$20. [taghawaii.net], 722-6941

Museums

Bishop Museum 1525 Bernice St. Wed–Mon (closed Tuesdays) 9am–5pm. $15.95 adults; $12.95 ages 4–12; under 4 free. [bishopmuseum.org], 847-3511

Hoolaulole: The Joy of Wearable Art Explore the concept of cultural body–what makes it “native” and how is it expressed in these modern times? Through 4/10.

Ka Lei Papale: Hats of Hawaii The museum’s collection of 19th- and 20th-century hats on display, alongside contemporary head gear. Through 4/10.

The Contemporary Museum 2411 Makiki Heights Dr. Tue–Sat, 10am–4pm; Sun, 12–4pm. $8 adults; $6 students/seniors (free third Thursdays). [tcmhi.org], 526-1322

O2 Art 3: Paul Morrison, Gamodeme The British artist, known for his films and bold, black-and-white landscape paintings, created a temporary wall outside the TCM for this artist project series. Morrison’s work draws on imagery of the natural world from sources in popular culture, fine art, film and science.

The Contemporary Cafe 2411 Makiki Heights Dr. Tue–Sat, 11:30am–2:30pm; Sun, noon–2:30pm. 526-1322

My Revolution Begins Reem Basous shows her paintings about her experience in Beirut during the civil war. Exhibit runs through 3/7.

The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center 999 Bishop St. Mon–Thu, 8:30am–4pm; Fri, 8:30am–6pm. 526-1322

Hiroki, Setsuko and Miho Morinoue Through 2/19.

Hawaii State Art Museum 250 S. Hotel St., 2nd Fl. Open Tue–Sat, 10am–4pm. Free. 586-0900

Hoolu: The Inspiration of Hula The exhibit presents hula-inspired and hula-related relocatable and commissioned works in the Art in Public Places collection. Through 7/17.

Honolulu Academy of Arts 900 S. Beretania St. Open Tue–Sat, 10am–4:30pm; Sun, 1–5pm. $10 general, $5 seniors/military/students; free for ages 12 & under and museum members. [www.honoluluacademy.org], 532-8700

Artist-in-Residence Program Photographer Elizabeth R. Curtis’s project, The Visitors, will involve willing museum visitors to become the subjects of her portraits. Through 2/28.

Academy Art Center at Linekona 1111 Victoria St. Tue–Sat, 10am–4:30pm; Sun, 1–5pm. Free admission. [www.honoluluacademy.org], 532-8741

‘Iolani Palace The palace is the only official residence of royalty in the United States. Corner of King & Richards streets.: Guided tours: Tue–Sat, 9–11:15am, $20 adults, $15 kamaaina, $5 children (under 5 years not admitted). Galleries open: Tue–Sat, 9am–4:30pm. $6 adults; $3 kids. Free admission to island residents with ID on Kamaaina Sundays (first Sundays). [iolanipalace.org], 522-0832

Queen Emma Summer Palace Revel in Hawaiian history and American architecture from the Victorian period at the summer retreat. 2913 Pali Hwy.: Daily, 9am–4pm. $1–$6. [daughtersofhawaii.org], 595-6291

Galleries

Opening

The Art and Life of Mei Lanfang An exhibit about Jingju opera’s most famous actor. In conjunction with Kennedy Theater’s production of The White Snake. 2/5 & 2/8–2/12. Commons Art Gallery, UH-Manoa Art Building, 2535 McCarthy Mall, 956-6888

Black History Month Exhibit Sponsored by the African American Cultural Diversity Center. Runs 2/3–2/11. Honolulu Hale Courtyard, 530 S. King St.: 597-1341

Confrontation/Contemplation The work of emerging artists Neale Asato and Joe Bright. Runs 2/5–3/5. Opening reception Fri 2/5, 4–7pm. Gallery ‘Iolani, Windward Community College, 45-720 Keaahala Rd.: 236-9155

Revenge is Only the Beginning Hong Kong-raised, L.A.-based artist Stella Lai reveals her site-specific, manga-inspired mixed-media murals depicting good versus evil. Runs 2/5–5/1. Opening reception Fri 2/5, 6–9pm. thirtyninehotel, 39 N. Hotel St.: 599-2552

Continuing

2010 Aloha ‘Aina, Malama ‘Aina Art Poetry Exhibit Through 2/11. Hawaii State Library, 478 S. King St.: 587-0690

Canon Employee Photo Contest Through 2/25. Canon Photo Gallery, Canon U.S.A., 210 Ward Ave.: 522-5930

Cham: Syncretic Islamic Communities in Vietnam and Cambodia Through 3/28. East-West Center Gallery, 1601 East-West Rd.: 944-7584

Corrine Gallardo & Friends 2010 Show Through 2/26. Cafe Che Pasta, 1001 Bishop St.: 271-1344

Delicacy Through 3/5. Hawaii Pacific University Art Gallery, 45-045 Kamehameha Hwy.: 259-3112

Fiber Hawaii Exhibition: Crossing Boundaries Through 2/20. The ARTS at Marks Garage, 1159 Nuuanu Ave.: 521-3282

Fun-Fantasy-Function Through 2/12. Louis Pohl Gallery, 1111 Nuuanu Ave.: 521-1812

Hawaii National Bank’s Chinese New Year’s Display Through 2/26. Tours also available. Call to reserve a spot. Hawaii National Bank Main Branch, 45 N. King St.: 528-7768

Imaginary World Paintings by Rafal Cholodzinsky. Through 2/20. Pauhi Tower Gallery, 1001 Bishop St.: 625-7317

KCC Faculty Art 2010 Biennial Through 2/5. Koa Art Gallery, 4303 Diamond Head Rd.: 734-9374

Marina Crawford Through 2/13. Bambu 2.0, 1144 Bethel St.: 528-1144

Moving Histories: Type in Motion Through 3/31. [www.interislandterminal.org]

Nagano on Bali Through 2/7. Baik Designs, Gentry Pacific Design Center, 560 N. Nimitz Hwy.: 524-2290

New Moon Through 3/8. Reception Fri 2/5, 5:30–9pm. Louis Pohl Gallery, 1111 Nuuanu Ave.: 521-1812

Recent Works by John Koga and Lawrence Seward Through 2/28. Cedar Street Galleries, 817 Cedar St.: 589-1580

Suzy Annick Landscapes and ocean sunsets. The Thomrado Art Gallery, 66-145 Kamehameha Hwy.: 637-8010

Two Men: Recent Work by Satoru Abe & Hamilton Kobyashi Through 3/26. Tours Sat 2/6 & 2/13, 11am. Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii, 2454 S. Beretania St.: 945-7633

UH Graduate Exhibition Through 2/5. University of Hawaii Art Gallery, 2535 McCarthy Hall: 956-6888

Call To Artists

Command-Option-Escape Theme: “Tough Times vs. Transcendence.” Show runs 3/2–3/27. Prospectus at [artsatmarks.com]. The ARTS at Marks Garage, 1159 Nuuanu Ave.: Deadline is Mon 2/22.

Competition for New Community Architecture Early and mid-career architects (including students) are invited to design a transportable kiosk for Ballet Hawaii. Visit [interislandterminal.org] for more information. Deadline: Tue 3/30 $45.

Honolulu Printmakers 82nd Annual Exhibition Submit prints for jurying for the annual exhibition. Call 536-5507 or check [honoluluprintmakers.com] for info. Academy Art Center, 1111 Victoria St.: Framed prints accepted on Fri 2/19, (2–6pm)

Windward Artists Guild 50th Anniversary Juried Exhibition Visit [hawaiiwag.org] or call 261-0041 for info on the show. Show runs 2/22–3/19 at Pauahi Tower. 233-7323

Zippy’s 2010 Drug-Free Drawing Contest Students in grades K–12: what does being all drug-free mean to you? Visit [zippys.com] for contest rules. Deadline is Wed 3/17.

Literary

Adult Literacy Tutor Program Orientation Learn to be a one-on-one tutor. Call 537-6706 to register. Waipahu Civic Center, 94-275 Mokuola St.: Sat 2/6, (12pm)

Children’s Book Writing So you think writing children’s books is easy? Put yourself to the test. Visit [outreach.hawaii.edu]. UH-Manoa. Tue 2/9, (6–9pm) $65.

First Thursdays Slam poet Kealoha hosts this monthly spoken word showcase, featuring both local and national talent. This week features Issil (Ishle Yi Park), HBO Def Poet who has toured internationally and opened for the likes of Saul Williams and KRS-One. Visit [hawaiislam.com]. Fresh Café, 831 Queen St.: Thu 2/4, (7:30pm doors; 8:30pm show) $3 before 8:30pm; $5 after.

Romance Writers Workshop The Romance Writers of America show you the way to steamy atmospheres. Registration required. Kapolei Library, 1020 Manawai St.: Sat 2/6, (10:30am) 693-7050

Sacred Writing Workshop With Ray McGinnis, author of Sacred Writing. RSVP to [email: cathedralwritingworkshop] or 524-2822, ext. 508. St. Andrew’s Cathedral, Queen Emma Square: Mon 2/8, (6:30–9pm) Calabash offerings accepted.

Call to Authors

Celebration of Young Writers Students in grades K–12 are invited to submit their writings for prizes. Visit [www.poeticpower.com] for details. Essay deadline is 2/17; poetry deadline is 4/13.

My Hawaii Story Project The middle school environmental writing contest welcomes poems, essays and stories. Visit http://[hawaiiconservation.org] Deadline is 3/11. 955-1435

Learning

An Introduction to Ancient Cham Sculpture and Architecture A visual presentation by Paul Lavy, assistant professor in the UH-Manoa art department. East-West Center Gallery, UH–Manoa, 1601 East-West Rd.: Sun 2/7, (2–3pm) Free. 944-7177

Clark Little Surf photographer Clark Little gives a slideshow presentation as well as a book signing. 956-8244. Art Building Auditorium, UH-Manoa: Fri 2/5, (7pm) Free.

Clever Ways to Quit Smoking The Clean Air Team explains its Autosuggestion method and some special “mind games” for individuals ready to kick the habit. Liliha Library, 1515 Liliha St.: First Thursdays; 2/4, (6pm) Free. 587-7577

Experts at the Palace 2010 The talks this year will focus on the topics of the Kalakaua Monarchy and the Hawaiian Kingdom. 2/4 features Neil Dukas on “The Military Forces of King Kalakaua’s Reign.” Old Archives Building, ‘Iolani Palace: Thursdays through 2/18, (12–1pm) Free. [iolanipalace.org], 522-0832

Gay Discussion Group A discussion and support group for the GLBT community and supportive people. Call 955-3488. Waikiki Community Center, 310 Paoakalani Ave.: Tuesdays, (7:30pm) 923-1802

Graywater Harvesting Be a pirate of graywater. Learn how to re-use water from showers, washing machines and sinks to reduce your water bill and help the environment. Register in advance. The Green House, 224 Pakohana St.: Sat 2/6, (1:30–3pm) $20. [thegreenhousehawaii.com], 524-8427

Hawaii Opera Theatre Preview Lecture: Die Wakürie Get a preview of the first production of the season. This includes music selections. Doris Duke Theatre, Honolulu Academy of Arts, 900 S. Beretania St.: Thu 2/4, 10am; Sat 2/6, 4pm. $3 general; HOT & HAA members free with ID. 532-8768

Introduction to Home Composting Everyone generates food waste at home. Learn to make it eco-friendly in a manageable way. Visit [outreach.hawaii.edu] Olomana Gardens, 41-1140 Waikupanaha St.: Sun 2/7, (3–4:30pm) $20. 259-0162

Israeli Circle Dancing Dance for Israel. Fun necessary; proper pronunciation not. Call 373-2561. Ala Wai Golf Course Ballroom, 404 Kapahulu Ave.: Sun 2/7, (1–2:30pm)

Lei Making Workshops Brian Choy, repeat winner annually at the Lei Day Celebration, shows you some of his tricks of the trade in this demonstration workshop. Limited to 40 people. Call 768-3041. Wahiawa Botanical Garden, 1396 California Ave.: Sat 2/6, (9:30am–12pm) Free.

Math Power Workshop for Girls A parent-daughter workshop led by Dr. Joseph Zilliox, mathematics professor at UH-Manoa. For girls ages 4 to grade 4. Call 734-5058, ext. 262 or e-mail [email: rortogero]. Sacred Hearts Academy, 3253 Waialae Ave.: Sat 2/6, (8–10am)

Organic Gardening Workshop Learn about gardening stress away, pest management and choosing plants for health. Lyon Arboretum, 3860 Manoa Rd.: Sat 2/6, (9:30–11:30am) $20; $18 members. 988-0456

Rain Barrel Catchment Workshop Help conserve by collecting rain water to irrigate your garden, for whatever goods you may be growing. Advanced registration required. E-mail [email: tours] or call 748-5363. The Green House, 224 Pakohana St.: Sat 2/6, (10:30am–12pm) $20. [thegreenhousehawaii.com], 524-8427

Social Media Classes for Business Whether you’re still resisting cell phones or your 3-year-old niece already has an illegally acquired iPad, learn ways in which utilizing social media can help your business. Visit [smohawaii.org] to register. Coffee Talk, 3601 Waialae Ave.: Tuesdays & Thursdays through 2/18, (6–9pm) $100/class; $350 whole course.

Traditions of the Pacific 2010 Lecture & Workshop Series “First Steps in Lauahala Weaving.” E-mail [email: trey.dodge] or call 847-8296. Bishop Museum, 1525 Bernice St.: Sat 2/6, (9–11am) $25 general; $20 museum members. 847-3511

World Wetlands Day Engage in hands-on activities to learn more about Hawaii’s wetlands and how they can be an answer for climate change. Live music by Hawaii Loa. Guided tours by Chuck “Doc” Burrows and Dr. Paul Brennan of the marsh complex. At the Kailua Longs. Call 586-0915 or e-mail [email: Nicole.Galase]. Sat 2/6, (8:30am–2pm) Free. 263-9397

Upcoming Classes

China’s Burgeoning Internet: What Internet Business Can Do to Protect Human Rights A public forum on the relevant issue of reconciling Chinese rule of law with user freedom. Think Google. Call 956-6433. Campus Center, UH-Manoa: Wed 2/10, (1:30–2:30pm)

Designing Your Landscape with Native Plants, Edibles and Ornamentals Shape your garden any way you want. Lyon Arboretum, 3860 Manoa Rd.: Wed 2/10 & 2/17, (9:30–11:30am) $40; $37 members. 988-0456

Make Your Own News Where Social and Traditional Media Intersect Learn how to leverage traditional and social media to maximize news for companies at this luncheon. Register at [www.iabchawaii.com]. Bonsai, 500 Ala Moana Blvd.: Wed 2/10, (11am–1pm) $25 general; $15 IABC members.

‘Ohana

Creepy Crawlies Share in the delights of nature discovery and play by exploring up close and personal. Ages 3-5. Hawaii Nature Center, Honolulu, 2131 Makiki Heights Dr.: Sun 2/7, (1–3pm) $20 nonmember parent/child team. 955-0100

Furlough Friday Dance Classes Wacking, street dance, lyrical hip-hop and jazz by guest choreographers who have worked with the likes of Lil Mama. Call 888-9858 or visit [www.DancersUnlimitedHi.com] for more info. Furlough Fridays; 2/5, (11am–4pm; early drop-off and late pick-up options available)

Festivals & Fairs

Breaking Winter: Celebrating the Coming of Spring Celebrate the various ethnic New Year’s celebrations in this spring festival, which will also observe Malassadas Day, Lent and the ending of the Makahiki season. Performances, mochi poundings, games, food and more. E-mail [email: hpv.waipahu]. Hawaii Plantation Village, 94-695 Waipahu St.: Sat 2/6, (10am–2pm) Free. 677-0110

Night in Chinatown and More The community comes together and welcomes everyone the weekend before Lunar New Year. Food, festivities, Miss Chinatown contestants, keiki games and more. E-mail [email: hawaiichinatown]. Chinatown. Fri 2/5, lion dances 6–9pm; Sat 2/6, 9am–10pm Night in Chinatown.

Outside

Barack Obama’s Local Neighborhood Presents biographic facts and points out sites in the everyday environment during the teenage years of this now world famous personage. Starts under the monkeypod trees on the corner of Beretania and Punahou streets. Call The Clean Air Team at 948-3299. First Fridays & First Saturdays & First Sundays; 2/5 & 2/6 & 2/7, (1–3:30pm) $10.

The Diamond Head Story Tells about the geology and military period of this famous volanic formation. Call The Clean Air Team at 948-3299. Honolulu Zoo, 151 Kapahulu Ave.: First Sat; 2/6, (9am) $10.

The Heart of Honolulu Less than one mile includes all the major historic sties in The Capitol District and Civic Center. Presented by The Clean Air Team. Meet at Damien statue, State Capitol: First Fridays; 2/5, (9–11:30am) $10. 948-3299

Manoa Cliff Restoration Meet at the trailhead on Round Top Drive to help nurture native plants and remove invasives on around the popular trail site. E-mail [email: manoacliffnatives] for details. First and third Sundays; 2/7, (9am)

Moo Kapu O Haloa Circuit Take an 8-mile intermediate-level hike through Kaa‘awa Valley and the filming site of many movies including Jurassic Park. Call 384-2221 or 735-2220. ‘Iolani Palace Grounds. Sat 2/6, (8am) $3 non-Hawaiian Trail & Mountain Club 377-5442

Pauoa Woods Hike through the woods with the Hawaiian Trail & Mountain Club on this 6-mile, intermediate-level trail. Call 371-1492. ‘Iolani Palace Grounds. Sun 2/7, (8am) $3 nonmembers. 263-8330

Stroll to Diamond Head Lighthouse Features scenic and historic sites of Kapiolani Park and The Gold Coast. Starts at the Mahatma Gandhi Statue. Call The Clean Air Team at 948-3299. Honolulu Zoo, 151 Kapahulu Ave.: First Sundays; 2/7, (1–3pm) $10.

Volunteer

Water Quality Snapshot Day Monitor the water in your area and then compare the findings to other regions worldwide through an online database. At Kualoa Beach Park. Register: 381-7202 or visit the Hui o Koolaupoko site at [huihawaii.org]. Sat 2/6, (9–11am)

Sports

Stand Up World Tour (See Hot Picks.) Visit [www.watermanleague.com]. Sunset Beach, 59-104 Kamehameha Hwy.: Sun 2/14

Neighbors

Bob Fest International reggae artists, local Hawaiian bands, sustainable products, organic farming booths and more. Call (808) 216-7372 or e-mail [email: bobfestagfair]. Mooheau Bandstand, Downtown Hilo: Sun 2/7, (12–6pm)

Airwaves

A Prairie Home Companion For the first time, see a live performance of A Prairie Home Companion at the Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul, Minn., will be broadcast across the U.S. and Canada. Dole Cannery Theaters, 735 Iwilei Rd.: Thu 2/4, (8pm) $20.

Aloha Shorts Live Taping (See Hot Picks.) Atherton Performing Arts Studio, 738 Kaheka St.: Sun 2/7, (6:45pm) Free. 955-8821

Bytemarks Cafe A high tech radio magazine. KIPO 89.3. Wednesdays, (5pm) [hawaiipublicradio.org], 941-3689

The Met: Live in HD See an encore broadcast of Carmen on the big screen. [fathomevents.com]. Dole Cannery Theaters, 735 Iwilei Rd.: Wed 2/3, (6:30pm) $18. 955-8821

Whatevas

Cat Show Meow! Get Veronica Corningstone on the scene right away! 531-4891. Ala Wai Golf Course Clubhouse, 404 Kapahulu Ave.: Sat 2/6, (10am–3pm) $3–$4.

First Friday Get art at the downtown walking tour of more than 30 galleries and museums with music, food and surprises everywhere. Check out the Weekly’s map. First Fridays; 2/5, (5–9pm)

Sounds of Aloha Singing Valentines An barbershop quartet croons to your sweetheart. [HawaiiSingingValentines.com], 262-SONG. Fri 2/12–Sun 2/14. $60–$75.

Civics

Obama, Tea Party Populists and the Progressive Response Hear Chip Berlet from Political Research Associates. Call 988-6266 for info. Honolulu Friends Meeting House, 2426 Oahu Ave.: Fri 2/5, (6:30–8pm)

Signholding World Can’t Wait Hawaii will gather at the Corner of Bethel and Hotel streets to protest sending troops to Haiti over doctors. [email: worldcantwaithawaii]. Fri 2/5, (6:30–8:30pm)