The Buzz
Youngsters to show their hula stuff
Hula Halau 'O Kamuela, first-place winners in kahiko and 'auana at last year's Queen Lili'uokalani Keiki Hula Competition. |
The sounds of India
Vocalist Mala Ganguly performs at "Rhythms of India II." |
More laughs at All Star Hawaii
Sharkey's Comedy Club at All Star Hawaii continues reeling in the laughs with the award-winning comedy of Maryellen Hooper. Her whimsical humor and amusing stories garnered her stand-up's highest honor with Best Female Stand-Up at the 12th annual American Comedy Awards. Born in Long Island but now calling Los Angeles home, Hooper's television appearances include "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," Lifetime's "Girl's Night Out" and A&E's "Evening at the Improv." Showtimes are 8 p.m. Wednesday-July 31 and 10 p.m. July 30-31. Cover is $12, with a two-drink minimum. Open-mike shows follow the show on Wednesday and Thursday, with a $5 cover and one-drink minimum. 531-4242.
A celebration of the piano
Student Kylie Wagatsuma and teacher Kristin Kimura prepare for this year's edition of "Pianomania." |
A new season with 'Endgame'
Tim Dyke (Clov) and Ed Pickard (Nagg) rehearse for "Endgame," a production of The Actors' Group, beginning Wednesday. |
A musical 'Dream'
Prepare to experience the dream as the Summer Arts Experience Players presents the musical "Dream City." The cast features 53 youths ranging in age from 8 to 18, who are also students at the Pacific School of the Performing Arts. The production follows 16-year-old Patrick as he prepares to rescue his virtues, Hope and Faith, in order to restore his hopes and dreams. The play was written and choreographed by Jamie Fox. Showtimes are 7 p.m. today and Saturday at the Kaimuki High School Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $7 general and $5 children ages 5-12 and seniors; they can be pre-ordered at 394-6547 or purchased at the door.
Family day in Kane'ohe
Celebrate families, friends and fun at the fifth annual Kane'ohe Day on the Bay Saturday. Head over to the Kokokahi YWCA on Kane'ohe Bay Drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to enjoy the festivities, including sailing, kayaking, interactive keiki activities, contests, games, prizes, food booths, community resource information area, craft fair, Xtreme Fun rides, petting zoo and pony rides. Entertainment includes 7 Simple Pieces, Ed Chevy and Na Kupuna O Ko'olau. Cutty from "Cooking with Cutty" hosts. Admission is free. 235-7747.
Sunset is in Pearl Harbor
The city's popular outdoor movie fest Sunset on the Beach heads for Pearl Harbor this weekend for Sunset in the Park. The two-day extravaganza features entertainment, children's activity center, vehicle displays, marketplace with crafts and art and restaurants from the Pearl Harbor area. After sunset, Saturday's film will be "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King"; Sunday's will be "Master & Commander: The Far Side of the World." It all happens noon-10 p.m. Saturday-Sunday at Richardson Field across from Aloha Stadium. Free parking will be available at the stadium. Admission is free. 523-2489.