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The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted on: Friday, December 31, 2004

Neighbor Islands

The indicates admission is $5 or less, or free. Full-price admission is listed; the * denotes discounts (or free) for students, seniors, military, members and/or children and advance purchases. Call the venue for details.

The New Shanghai Circus performs on the Big Island, Maui and Kaua'i. The troupe will be on O'ahu Jan. 7-9 at the Hawai'i Theatre.
BIG ISLAND

Tower of Power, performance by the band, dancing, gourmet dinner and drinks, with champagne and New Year's favors at midnight, 8 p.m.-1 a.m. today, Hilton Waikoloa Village, Kohala; $275* for gold seating, $200* for silver. (808) 886-1234.

"Kickin' It Live Into 2005," reggae band Big Island Groove and funk and R&B band Moment's Notice, 8 p.m. today, Aloha Theatre, Kainaliu, Kona; $30. (Also, dinner available prior to the show at the Aloha Cafe; call for prices and availability). (808) 322-2122.

Azure McCall, jazz vocals, 9 p.m.-midnight today-Monday, Malolo Lounge, Hilton Waikoloa Village, Kohala; no cover charge. (808) 886-1234, ext. 2869.

"Tying the Knot," documentary on civil unions and gay marriage, 5 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aloha Theatre, Kainaliu, Kona; $6*. (808) 322-2122.

Gemini Northern 8m Telescope, lecture in "The Universe Tonight" series, 6 p.m. Saturday, Visitor Information Station, Mauna Kea; free. (808) 961-2180.

"Movies Under the Stars," adventure films screened at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Kings' Keaka at the Waikoloa Kings' Shops, Kohala Coast; $5*, bring blankets and lawn chairs. (808) 886-8811.

The New Shanghai Circus, acrobats, jugglers and contortionists from China, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Hilo Civic Auditorium; $17.50*. (808) 961-8720.

Hawaii Electronic Music Festival, with Ryel K, Derek Hena and Digital Dan from San Francisco, Dub Pscience Laboratory from Los Angeles and Hawai'i performers, 7 p.m. Thursday, Lava Zone, Pahoa; for 21 and older; $5. (808) 965-2222.

MAUI

"Lahaina's Whaling Days & Whales Today," historical artifacts and interactive exhibits, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily through April 30, Old Lahaina Courthouse; free. (808) 661-1959.

FirstLight Maui Film Festival continues 2 p.m. today and at various times and days through Sunday, Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; $10*. (808) 242-7469, (808) 572-3456, www.mauifilmfestival.com.

The New Shanghai Circus, acrobats, jugglers and contortionists from China, 7 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; $22*, $16* and $10*. (808) 242-7469.

Willie K, traditional Hawaiian songs and katchi-katchi music, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Mondays, Hapa's Night Club, Kihei; $7 cover charge. (808) 879-9001.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Concert, show hosted by George Kahumoku Jr. with guest Ledward Ka'apana, 6 and 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua indoor amphitheater; repeats each Tuesday with different guest artists; $35 general, $25 kama'aina. (808) 669-3858.

Polynesian Dancing, rotating performances by local halau, 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Lahaina Cannery; free. (808) 661-5304.

"Lightning in a Bottle," PG-13 concert documentary includes blues performances by B.B. King, Bonnie Raitt, the Neville Brothers, Natalie Cole and others, 5 and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; part of the Maui Film Festival; $10*. (808) 242-7469, (808) 572-3456.

WOW (Wailea on Wednesdays), an evening of art and refreshments, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, The Shops at Wailea; free. (808) 891-6770.

"Stomp!" music and rhythm created from everyday objects, 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Jan. 7, 2 and 7:20 p.m. Jan. 8, Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; $55*, $45*, $32* and $10*. (808) 242-7469.

KAUA'I

Duke's Canoe Club Kauai entertainment: 4-6 p.m. Fridays, Berto & Company and 9-11 p.m. Aloha Breeze, Kauai Marriott Resort; no cover charge. (808) 246-9599.

Happy Talk Lounge entertainment: Darryl Gonzales and Norman Solomon, 4:30-6:30 p.m. and Kirby Keough, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fridays; Cindy Combs, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturdays; "Sunday Jazz Jam," 4-7 p.m. Sundays; Hanalei Bay Resort; free. (808) 826-6522.

The New Shanghai Circus, acrobats, jugglers and contortionists from China, 1:30 and 4 p.m. Sunday, Kaua'i War Memorial convention hall; $30 preferred seating, $20* general. (808) 241-6623.