Hula workshop series offered at Bishop Museum

Advertiser Staff

Three kumu hula each will host a three-day workshop on his approach to the dance when the Bishop Museum launches a Na Kumu Hula series May 19.

Blaine Kamalani Kia will lead the first workshop, set for May 19-21. The second set of classes, June 23-25, will be presented by George Holokai; and Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett will teach the third workshop, July 21-23.

The first two days of each workshop run 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., with a break from noon to 2 p.m. for lunch and free time to explore the museum.

On the third day, participants and their guests are invited to a dinner show, where they will perform chant, mele and dance they learned from their kumu.

Participants receive signed certificates of accomplishment upon completion of the workshop.

Each workshop will cover the essential components in hula, including the storytelling, dance basics and various elements of performance.

The fee is $250 per person.

To learn more, reach Janet Miyake at 847-8291, aloha@bishopmuseum.jp, or visit www.bishopmuseum.org.