Honolulu Events Calendar


Stage

A Chorus Line Can you do that? Call 438-4480 or visit [armytheatre.com]. Army Community Theatre, Ft. Shafter: Fri & Sat 7:30pm through 3/20. $20 general; $15 children. [armytheatre.com], 438-4480

From the Horse’s Mouth Hawaii (See Hot Picks.) Kennedy Theatre, UH-Manoa: Fri 3/19 & Sat 3/20, (8pm) $15–$30. [etickethawaii.com], 483-7123

Hair You’ll be inspired to iron your mane after this rockin‘ mod musical gets you going. Even if you’re not big, blonde and beautiful. Manoa Valley Theatre, 2833 East Manoa Rd.: Extended through 4/4. Thu 7:30pm; Fri 8pm; Sat 3pm & 8pm; Sun 4pm. $20–$35. [manoavalleytheatre.com]

Holomua Ka Noeau (See Cover Story.) Mapuana de Silva and Halau Mohala Ilima present the 30th annual concert of traditional hula and Hawaiian music. Hawaii Theatre, 1130 Bethel St.: Sat 3/20, (6pm) $22–$32. [hawaiitheatre.com], 528-0506

Keiko & Louie A play about the ups and downs of friendship. Cue the “awww” sounds here. Recommended for ages 3 and up. Visit [htyweb.org]. St. Andrew’s Cathedral, Queen Emma Square: Saturdays through 3/27, (11:30am) $16 general; $8 youth 18 and under. 533-6313

Maui the Demi-God (See Hot Picks.) Visit [kumukahua.org] or call 536-4441. Kumu Kahua Theatre, 46 Merchant St.: Runs 3/18–4/18. Thu–Sat, 8pm; Sun 2pm. $16 general; $13 seniors 62+; $10 students w/ID. [kumukahua.org], 536-4441

Mauritius (See Hot Picks.) Written by Theresa Rebeck, who has extensive experience in criminal drama television series writing, presents a tense family drama revolving around a stamp collection. Who knew small pictures could be so deadly? Directed by Brian Lee Sackett. Kawananakoa Backstage Theatre, near the corner of Pauoa Rd. and Funchal St.: Runs 3/19–3/28. Fri & Sat, 7:30pm; Sun, 3:30pm. $30 general; $25 seniors 62+; $20 students. [hawaiireptheatre.org], 545-7170

Shout! The Mod Musical Twist and…fill in the blank. Or you can go “Downtown.” Diamond Head Theatre, 520 Makapuu Dr.: Fri & Sat, 8pm; Sun, 4pm. Runs Fri 3/19–Sun 4/4. $12–$32. 733-0274

The Shape of Things The budding theater group, All the World’s a Stage, presents its second production: Neil LaBute’s play that focuses on psychopathy and love. Great combo. The ARTS at Marks Garage, 1159 Nuuanu Ave.: Fri & Sat, 7:30pm; Sun 4pm. Through 3/21. [artsatmarks.com], 521-2903

Auditions

Audtions for Hawaii “Shakes” The annual Hawaii Shakespeare Festival takes place from July 9 to August 22. If Julius Caesar, Measure for Measure or Henry VI scratch your thespian itch, then nothing can you lose. Well, except for a role. Visit [hawaiishakes.org]. Sat 4/10, 2–5pm, The ARTS at Marks Garage, 1159 Nuuanu Ave.; Mon 4/12, 2–5pm, Leeward Community College Lab Theatre; Tue 4/13, 6–9pm, Paul and Vi Loo Theatre; Sat 4/17, 2–5pm, The ARTS at Marks Garage.

Upcoming Stage

13 This teen rock musical has talent from all over the island. Castle Performing Arts Center is the first Hawaii institution to get the rights to the show. [showtix4U.com], 233-5626 for tickets. Castle High School Auditorium, 45-386 Kaneohe Bay Dr.: Runs 3/26–4/3. $10–$15.

Celebrity Project Not quite [selleckwaterfallsandwich.tumblr.com], but Monkey Waterfall, with LCC, presents a site-specific work that explores Andy Warhol’s prediction of everyone eventually achieving their 15 minutes of fame. [monkeywaterfall.org]. Leeward Community College, 96-045 Ala ‘Ike: Thu–Sat, 4/1–4/10, (8pm) $15 general; $10 students/seniors/military; $8 under 12. 455-0011

On the Spot: Hush Silent film is so hot right now! This improv production captures the drama and nostalgia of the silent movie era, with strong characters, physical comedy and live musical accompaniment. Visit [otsimprov.com]. The ARTS at Marks Garage, 1159 Nuuanu Ave.: Sat 4/3, (8pm) $14 general; $10 in 1920s costume/students. [artsatmarks.com], 521-2903

Youth Slam and Men Dancing Tau Dance Theater presents a two-part performance involving hula, ballet, guest dancers from abroad and themes ranging from Bollywood to Hawaiian mythology. Hawaii Theatre, 1130 Bethel St.: Fri 3/26, (7:30pm) $7–$22. [hawaiitheatre.com], 528-0506

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

Circus: Science Under the Big Top A traveling exhibit that uses science to explore the circus. Through 5/2.

Ka Lei Papale: Hats of Hawaii The museum’s collection of 19th- and 20th-century hats on display. 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

Fay Ku: Face All Eyes, Eyes All Hands Psychological narratives of young female protagonists engaged in alluring, yet disturbing, situations. Through 5/23.

Allison Schulnik: Hobo Clown and Forest Experimental animated 16mm films. Through 5/23.

Judy Fox: Legendary Beings Sculptures in hand-painted terra cotta that explore the convention of the modernist nude against that of heroic statuary to present icons. Through 5/23.

Elizabeth Berdann: Wonders, Curiousities and Conundrums Highly finished drawings and paintings that are miniature in scale, incorporated with found objects. Through 5/23.

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

Ray Yoshida A memorial tribute to the Kauai-born artist, who passed away in January. Yoshida, who taught at the School of Art Institute of Chicago for decades, was known for his comical and semi-abstract paintings and collages. Through 6/18.

Hawaii State Art MuseumS. Hotel St. Open Tue–Sat, 10am–4pm. Free. 586-0900

Honolulu Academy of Arts900 S. Beretania St. 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: Steve Coy UH-Manoa alum, who now resides in Detroit, returns to create an Urban Futurescape, circa 2050. Runs 3/20–4/20.

From Whistler to Warhol: Modernism on Paper Unpublished and rarely seen modernist works. Through 5/2.

Masterpieces from the Richard Lane Collection More than 30 masterpieces of East Asian paintings and a select group of Japanese woodblock prints from this collection, which the Academy acquired in 2003. Through 6/27.

Academy Art Center at Linekona1111 Victoria St. Tue–Sat, 10am–4:30pm; Sun, 1–5pm. Free. 532-8741

Honolulu Printmakers 82nd Annual Exhibition The annual show exhibiting juried pieces of print artists from all over the state. Through 3/19.

‘Iolani Palace The only official residence of royalty in the United States. Corner of King & Richards streets.: Guided tours: Mon–Sat, 9–11:15am; tours in Japanese Mon–Sat, 11:30am, $20 adults, $15 kamaaina, $5 ages 5–12 (under 5 not admitted). Audio tours 11:45am–3:30pm, $13 adults; $5 ages 5–12. Galleries open: Mon–Sat, 9am–5pm. $6 adults; $3 ages 5–12, under 5 free. Free admission to kamaaina 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

3Rs: Reduce-Reuse-Recycle This is the first stop of the island-wide touring exhibit. Through 3/31. “Upcycling: Reimagining Waste,” by local crafter Evelyn Nakamura on Sat 3/20, 10:30am. Kapolei Public Library, 1020 Manawai St.: 693-7050

Art Work: A National Conversation About Art, Labor and Economics A newspaper written by artists, activitsts and academics on the topic of working amidst depressed economies and how that impacts artistic process, compensation and artistic property. Runs 3/21–4/2. Commons Art Gallery, UH-Manoa: [hawaii.edu]

Keauhou: New Beginnings Paintings by Mapuana Schneider. Runs 3/18–4/25. Reception Thu 3/18, 5:30–8pm. Second Floor @ Cedar Street Galleries, 817 Cedar St.: 589-1580

Island Light: Through Lens and Brush Painting and photographs by Ann and Peter Gommers. Through 4/9. Opening reception Sat 3/20, 4:30–6:30pm. Gallery on the Pali, First Unitarian Church of Honolulu, 2500 Pali Hwy.: 595-4047

Mystic Wonders New paintings by Russell M. Davidson. Through 4/18. Reception Fri 3/19, 6pm. Louis Pohl Gallery, 1111 Nuuanu Ave.: 521-1812

Splendors of Ikebana 2010 Runs 3/22–3/26. Demonstrations Wed 3/22 & Thu 3/23, 10–11am. Honolulu Hale Courtyard, 530 S. King St.: 768-6622

Turning: Ron Kent See the work of this internationally renowned woodturner. Runs 3/17–4/14. Gallery talk by Kent on Wed 4/7, 6:30pm. Koa Art Gallery, Kapiolani Community College, 4303 Diamond Head Rd.: 734-9374

Continuing

Aloha Shirt Exhibit An online exhibit of pieces from UH-Manoa’s Historic Costume Collection. Ongoing. Visit [www.museum.hawaii.edu].

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

Claymates II Through 3/25. The Gallery at Ward Centre, 1200 Ala Moana Blvd.: 597-8034

Command-Option-Escape: Tough Times vs. Transcendence Through 3/27. The ARTS at Marks Garage, 1159 Nuuanu Ave.: 521-2903

Eternal Blinking: Contemporary Art of Korea Through 4/9. University of Hawaii Art Gallery, 2535 McCarthy Mall, UH-Manoa: 956-6888

Film-Based Images Through 3/30. Canon Photo Gallery, Ward Plaza, 210 Ward Ave.: 522-5930

An Exhibition of Painting in the Cosmos Through 3/31. Morning Brew Cafe, 600 Kailua Rd.: 754-1274

HPU Annual Exhibition Through 3/23. Hawaii Pacific University Art Gallery, Hawaii Loa campus, 45-045 Kamehameha Hwy.: 236-5853

KTUH: A History in Progress Through 5/21. Hamilton Library Bridge Gallery, UH-Manoa, 2550 McCarthy Mall: 956-8688

Mark Kadota Solo Show Through 4/13. Bethel Street Gallery, 1140 Bethel St.: 524-3552

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

Pegge Hopper, Roy Venters, Mamoru Sato Through 3/31. Pegge Hopper Gallery, 1164 Nuuanu Ave.: 521-1160

Revenge is Only the Beginning Through 5/1. thirtyninehotel, 39 N. Hotel St.: 599-2552

Snowden Hodges’ Suite of Nudes Through 4/20. Louis Pohl Gallery, 1111 Nuuanu Ave.: 521-1812

Todd Hideyoshi Oumi Through 4/1. Manifest, 32 N. Hotel St.: [manifesthawaii.com].

Toward the Horizon Through 4/13. Bethel Street Gallery, 1140 Bethel St.: 524-3552

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

Windward Artists Guild 50th Anniversary Juried ExhibitionThrough 3/19. Pauahi Tower Gallery, 1001 Bishop St.: 261-0041

Call To Artists

41st Annual Aloha Show The Association of Hawaii Artists presents its membership show. 262-8306, [email: warsten.art]. Honolulu Hale, 530 S. King St.: Entries received Mon 4/5, (10–11:30am)

Black Box Black Blocks: Choreography Proposals The experimental Earle Earnst Lab Theatre needs proposals for the upcoming festival. Visit [blackboxblackblocks.wordpress.com]. Deadline is 4/1.

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.

Justice, Equality and Haaheo! The LGBT Pride Parade of 2010’s theme will be “Justice, Equality and Haaheo!” Now you design the logo to match that. E-mail [email: honoluluprideparade] for info. Submission deadline Fri 4/9.

Literary

Youth Speaks Hawaii Teens learn slam poetry writing and performance in these workshops. E-mail [email: darron]. The ARTS at Marks Garage, 1159 Nuuanu Ave.: Wednesdays, (4–6pm)

Call to Authors

2010 Young Play Writers Competition and TAG Young Playwrights Festival Middle and high school students are invited to examine how disabilities affect their lives and those around them. Visit [taghawaii.net] or call 781-9647 or 741-4699. Submissions must be received by 4/1.

Biennial Lorin Tarr Gill Writing Competition Accepting submissions in fiction, non-fiction and poetry. [www.nlapwhonolulu.org], 373-2925. Deadline: Sun 3/21.

Black Box Black Blocks: Short Plays UH-Manoa’s Earle Earnst Lab Theatre needs new short plays for the upcoming festival. Visit [blackboxblackblocks.wordpress.com] for contest details. Deadline is 4/1.

Learning

Art in the Zoo Let the sights and sounds (maybe even smells) of the zoo inspire your inner animal-loving artist. Visit [honoluluzoo.org] or call 926-3191. Honolulu Zoo, 151 Kapahulu Ave.: Mon 3/22, beginner (ages 6–12); Tue 3/23, beginner (adult); Thu 3/25 & Fri 3/26, advanced, (8am–12pm) $45 general beginner ($40 zoo Tiger members); $90 general advanced ($80 members).

Barbara Nechis Watercolor Workshop Sponsored by the Hawaii Watercolor Society. Nechis is nationally known for her masterful balance of spontaneity and control of the watercolor brush. Learn from the master. Visit [barbaranechis.com]. Runs Mon 3/22–Fri 3/26, (9am–4pm) $395 members; $495 non-members.

Enjoy Flower Arranging! MOA Hawaii teaches you how to about beauty through flowers . Kaimuki Library, 1041 Koko Head Ave.: Sun 3/21, (2–4pm) 733-8422

Exchange Club Luncheon Lecture Punky Pletan-Cross, president of Hale Kipa (a Hawaii nonprofit that provides services for at-risk and high-risk youth), will give an overview of the organization. Call 225-2965. Thu 3/18, (12–1:30pm) $20.

Free ‘Ukulele Lessons Learn from virtuoso Gordon Mark. Kamaaina and tourists alike can borrow ‘ukes from the Hawaiian Ukulele Company. Call 223-6040. Aloha Tower Marketplace, 1 Aloha Tower Dr.: Thu 3/18, (12:30–1:30pm)

Grass in a Basket You’ll need one of these for Easter to hide your eggs in the real thing. Foster Botanical Garden, 180 N. Vineyard Blvd.: Tue 3/23, (9:30–10:30am) $5 plus garden admission. 522-7064

Hawaiian Quilting Workshops Quilters are invited to attend these informal workshops. Registration deadline is the Thursday before each workshop. Mission Houses Museum, 553 S. King St.: First & third Sat; 3/20, (10am–2pm) $35 initial fee; $6 thereafter. 531-0481

Holy Art Workshop As one draws, one is drawn into a relaxing alpha state that is akin to meditation. Unity Church of Hawaii, 3608 Diamond Head Cir.: Sat 3/20, (10am–1pm) $45. [unityhawaii.org], 735-4436

How to Start a Home Business A volunteer counselor from the Corps of Retired Entrepreneurs will point to your resources and more to get your home business started. ‘Aina Haina Library, 5246 Kalanianaole Hwy.: Sat 3/20, (3:30pm) Free. 377-2456

Lauhala Turtles What time is it? Three turtles. Make that lauhala ones. Weave a six-inch turtle using. Bring lunch and enjoy the garden. Reservations required. Wed 3/17 & Thu 18, (9:30am–1pm) $10 plus garden admission for two days. 522-7066

Portable Organic Gardening Organic gardening doesn’t have to be hard. Call 956-7221 or visit [www.outreach.hawaii.edu] to reserve your spot. Olomana Gardens, 41-1140 Waikupanaha St.: Sun 3/21, (3–4:30pm) $20.

Sustainable Landscape Design Whether you have an apartment lanai or a sprawling backyard, figure out how to use nature’s patterns to design home environments. Lyon Arboretum, 3860 Manoa Rd.: Sat 3/20, (9am–2pm) $40; $37 members. 988-0456

Uses of Herbs Learn the use of herbs outside of the kitchen: for insect repellents, medicine and more. 522-7064 for reservations. Foster Botanical Garden, 180 N. Vineyard Blvd.: Sat 3/20, (10–11am) $5 non-resident; $3 kamaaina. 522-7064

Willliam S. Richardson School of Law Lecture Series In honor of China law scholar Jerome A. Cohen’s 80th birthday, attend a series of talks focusing on everything from censorship in China to Chinese women artists. Visit [law.hawaii.edu] for infomation. Through Thu 3/18.

Writing Women Back Into History It’s Women’s History Month. Celebrate the last lecture in a month-long learning series. Today’s topic is “Women in Archaeoastronomy,” presented by Nancy Alima Ali, WCC Imaginarium manager and lecturer in Archaeoastronomy. Call 236-9223 or visit [windward.hawaii.edu] Windward Community College, 45-720 Keahala Rd.: Thu 3/18, (12:40–1:20pm)

Yoga Classes at Hula’s Learn from Matt Meko in a fun environment. Bring a mat, towel and water. Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, 134 Kapahulu Ave.: Tue & Sun, (9–10am) $10. $1 goes to a local charity. 923-0669

Upcoming Classes

‘Olelo Palolo Video Production Classes The course provides you with the skills necessary to organize, create, shoot and creatively edit your program that will air on Olelo Community Television. Call 737-8803. Jarrett Middle School Cafeteria, 1903 Palolo Ave.: Tuesdays & Thursdays 3/25–4/7. $150 or 30 volunteer hours.

The Actors’ ‘Ohana Audition Clinic Don’t let those embarrassing sweat rings under your arms ruin your chances of landing a part. Learn to overcome common problems facing actors in auditions. Visit [americanfilmactor.com] Academy of Film & Television, 1174 Waimanu St., Suite A: Thursdays 3/25–4/15, (7–9pm) $225 general; $150 current academy students. [americanfilmactor.com], 596-8300

‘Ohana

Family Sunday Entertainment and activities suitable for all ages, with an emphasis on providing new and interesting ways to explore the Academy’s galleries through scavenger hunts, art activities, demonstrations and film screenings. This month’s theme is “Paper Trail,” inspired by the current exhibit, From Whistler to Warhol: Modernism on Paper. Honolulu Academy of Arts, 900 S. Beretania St.: Sun 3/21, (11am–3pm) Free. 532-8700

Magician Bradley Choy Magic, comedy and…rabbits! Waipahu Library, 94-275 Mokuola Rd.: Wed 3/17, (6pm) Free. 675-0358

‘Ohana Night Sponsored by the Hawaii Ballroom Dance Association. Ala Wai Golf Course Palladium, 404 Kapahulu: Third Fridays; 3/19, (6:30–9:45pm) $3. 838-0900

Outside

Kunia Orchid Show Breathtaking floral displays, lectures, food and prizes. Leilehua High School, 1515 California Ave.: Fri 3/19–Sun 3/21. $2 donation. 622-6554

Manoa Cliff Restoration Meet at the trailhead on Round Top Drive to help nurture native plants and remove invasives. E-mail [email: manoacliffnatives]. First and third Sundays; 3/21, (9am)

Wailupe Loop Climb the Koolau Summit and hang on during the steep descent on this 6-mile, intermediate-level hike. 234-9069. Sun 3/21, (8am) $3 nonmembers.

Whispering Walls of Waimea A monthly walking tour lead by local folklore veteran Lopaka Kapanui. Reservations: [www.mysteriesofhonolulu.com]. Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy.: Sat 3/20, (1–3:30pm) $50 general; $40 kama’aina/military; $35 keiki. 638-7766

Wiliwilinui This 4-mile hike, an alternate route to the Koolau summit, is easier than most. But the final ascent to the crest now has a trench that must be crossed with a rope. 373-1492. ‘Iolani Palace Grounds. Sat 3/20, (8am) $3 non-members. 373-1492

Volunteer

Heeia Stream Restoration Sponsored by Papahana Kuaola and partnered with Hui o Koolaupoko and Hui Ku Maoli Ola. Call 450-1985 or e-mail [email: heeiastreamrestoration]. Sat 3/20, (8am–12pm)

Honu Race Three-thousand rubber “honu” will available for adoption for the Boys & Girls Club of race. Visit [bgch.com]. Wet ‘N’ Wild Hawaii, 400 Farrington Hwy.: Sat 3/20, (9:30am) $23. $5 additional honu.

Pouhala Marsh Wetland Restoration Remove pickle weed and other alien flora. Visit [hawaiianaturecenter.org]. Hawaii Nature Center, Honolulu, 2131 Makiki Heights Dr.: Sa 3/20, (8:30–11:30am) 955-0100

Spring Cleaning Recycling Event Bring glossy mags, fliers, phonebooks and junk mail for recycling. Kokua and Hagadone Recycling will give you a coupon for an oatcake and coffee, as well as 10 percent off your purchase at Kokua. Kokua Market, 2643 S. King St.: Sun 3/21, (8am–1pm) 941-1922

Sports

Kailua Canoe Club Paddling season begins. [kailuacanoeclub.com]. Register Sat 3/20 & Sun 3/21, (10am–2pm)

Kickstand Cycle Manoa helps you with flat tires, loose brakes, skipping derailers and other repairs. For free. E-mail [email: danielal]. Sustainability Courtyard, UH-Manoa: Thursdays, (11am–1pm)

Oahu Inline Hockey League It’s time to whip out those sticks. Youth and adult leagues. 372-9270, [oihi.org]. Kamiloiki Community Park Inline Hockey Rink, 7750 Hawaii Kai Dr.: Sat through 5/8.

Walk to End Polio Sponsored by several Oahu rotary clubs. Visit [walktoendpolio.com]. Magic Island, Ala Moana Beach Park: Sat 3/20, (7am check-in; 8am walk)

Airwaves

Alma Latina Show The 30-plus -year-old show has changed its bat time. But it’s still on the same bat channel. With host Nancy Ortiz. Call 524-1040 or 285-0072. KWAI, 1080 AM: Sundays, (10am–1pm)

Call the Coach Rainbow Warrior men’s volleyball coach Charlie Wade banters with Bobby Curran on the ESPN 1420 show. [email: nancy.daniels]. Kani Ka Pila Grille, 2169 Kalia Rd.: Wed 3/17, (6pm)

Whatevas

Great Hawaiian Rubber Duckie Race (See Hot Picks.) [ucpahi.org]. McCully Shopping Center: Sat 3/20, (9am)

Gun Show Take a gander at firearms, knives and more. Don’t forget to ask for directions to the gun show. 591-2211. Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Ave.: Sat 3/20, 10am–6pm; Sun 3/21, 10am–5pm. $6.

Slow Art Friday Miss the way First Friday used to be? Participate in the new Slow Art Fridays. [artsatmarks.com]. East Chinatown: Third Fridays; 3/19, (5–9pm).

Hawaii Meth Project Community Meeting Learn about the scope of Hawaii’s meth problem. “Not Even Once” will become your mantra, especially after seeing Darren Aronofsky’s anti-meth commercials online. [hawaiimethproject.org], 529-6254. Waimanalo Health Center, Thu 3/18, (6:30pm)