The Buzz

A new spin on fairy tales

Head for a land far, far away and see your favorite fairy tales come alive during the 24-VII Danceforce concert "Once Upon A .... " The creative-dance showcase uses jazz, lyrical, hip-hop and gymnastic moves to feature familiar storybook characters such as Cinderella, Peter Pan, Sleeping Beauty and Willy Wonka. Castle HIgh School Danceforce and the University of Hawai'i drum line also perform. Proceeds benefit the Castle High School dance program.

• 8 p.m. today-Saturday and 4 p.m. Sunday / Castle High School, Ronald E. Bright Theatre / $12 / 235-5141

In harmony on stage

"Erin Go Brah" takes the Hawai'i Theatre stage today and Saturday.

The wee people come alive in "Erin Go Brah," an original production featuring the Sounds of Aloha Chorus. In this a cappella harmony show, Liam Leprechaun and his friends visit Hawai'i in search of help from cousin Manny O'Hune to find the legendary pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Irish and local songs are featured, along with the Perfect Gentlemen, Tropichords and Pacific Trades. John McCreary plays the Robert Morton Theatre organ at 7 p.m.

• 7:35 p.m. today-Saturday / Hawai'i Theatre / $14, $20, $27, with $5 discounts for seniors, students, military and groups of 10 or more / 528-0506

Stepping into 'Spring'

From front, Nicole Pouliot, Kelly Del Rosario, Jacqueline Nii, Arturo Mariano and Elizabeth Merida in "Spring Footholds."

• 8 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday and May 6-7, and 2 p.m. May 8 / UH-Manoa, Earl Ernst Lab Theatre / $10 general, $8 seniors, military, UH faculty/staff, students, $3 UH-Manoa students / 956-7655

A day at Kailua Bay

Advetiser library photo

The arrival of the Hokule'a voyaging canoe in Kailua Bay kicks off a day full of fun at the Malama Kailua Festival. After the canoe anchors, the all-day festivities include cultural and educational stations, environmental and historical displays, interactive games, food booths and craft vendors. Entertainment includes Sean Na'auao, Pa'ahana and two hula halau. The event honors the achievements of Windward school students who are working to increase public awareness of environmental issues affecting the bay with the Web site savekailuabay.com. The site is to launch in June.

• 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday / Kailua Beach Park / free / 261-0707, ext. 233

The Wailers are coming to town

College students can celebrate the last day of classes and kick off into summer during the Aloha Bash at the newly renovated Andrews Amphitheater. This reggae concert features the renowned group The Wailers, along with local stars B.E.T., Ho'onu'a, Kapena, Natural Vibrations and Ooklah the Moc. Doors open at 3:30 p.m.

• 4 p.m. Wednesday / UH-Manoa, Andrews Amphitheater / $16 general, $12 UH students / 956-4491

The Wailers also jam at Aloha Tower for a fiesta on Cinco de Mayo. The reggae group's lineup includes Aston "Familyman" Barrett, Junior Marvin, Glen DaCosta, Keith Sterling, Vin Gordon and Gary "Nesta" Pine.

• 9:30 p.m. Thursday / Don Ho's Island Grill / $20 advance, $25 at the door, for 21 and older / 528-0807

A serving of 'Tiramisu on the Beach'

The Actors' Group launches its Dark Night series with "Tiramisu on the Beach." Written by Eric Nemoto and Jon Brekke, this drama brings sex and food to center stage as a male and female attorney wage verbal warfare in an attempt to win the battle of the sexes over a fine meal. With adult themes and language, the play is recommended only for mature audiences. Dorothy Stamp is Tara, Eric Nemoto is Wren and James McCarthy is Paul, the chef. Brekke directs.

• 7 p.m. today-Sunday, Thursday and May 7-8 / Yellow Brick Studio / $10 / 550-8457

Children's Day, Japanese style

Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i

• 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday / Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i, Teruya Courtyard / Free / 945-7633

Jacob London comes to town

Nitelite invites you to the Living Room for a house party celebrating its second anniversary, with the two-man crew that goes by the name Jacob London. The DJ/production duo of Bob Hansen and Dave Pezzner drops by for some tech-house grooves and electronic beats. Nitelite DJs Eugene, Reid and Kawika also get in the mix.

• 10 p.m.-4 a.m. Saturday / The Living Room, Fisherman's Wharf / $10 / www.jacoblondon.com

Flash back to the '80s at ARTafterDARK

Addicted to reruns of VH1's "I Love the '80s"? Can't wear your Cavariccis often enough? Racking up frequent-flier miles on endless bottles of hairspray? Then you can't miss the monthly ARTafterDARK, because tonight's theme is '80s Nite. The evening's goodies include a local DJ spinning retro tunes, a movie-star impersonator and all galleries open for view.

• 6-9 p.m. today / Honolulu Academy of Arts / $7 general, free for Academy members / 532-8715

Spam, Spam, Spam, Spam!

It's sure to be a Spam-tacular day as the third annual Waikiki Spam Jam fries up some fun. This yummy affair serves up Spam menu items, craft booths, Spam memorabilia and the Mr. or Ms. Spam contest. Entertainment will be dished out on two stages, in front of the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center and the Outrigger Waikiki. Appearing on the Royal Hawaiian stage will be Inoa'ole, hula halau Na Maka O Pu'uwai Aloha, Ho'onu'a and Sudden Rush. At the Outrigger, entertainment includes Maunalua and Sean Na'auao.

• 4-10 p.m. Saturday / Kalakaua Avenue / Free / 255-5927

First Thursdays finals

The monthly poetry competition First Thursdays looks for a home run with its Grand Slam Finals. Twelve poets will compete to determine this year's four-member HawaiiSlam team. Painters, massages and the Mega Supras are also part of the mix. Proceeds benefit the team's trip to the National Poetry Slam in New Mexico. Doors open at 7:45 p.m.

• 8:30 p.m. Thursday / Hawaiian Hut / $10 first 300 tickets, $15 after / 387-9664, www.hawaiislam.com