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The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted on: Friday, March 18, 2005

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, children and/or advance purchases. Call the venue for details.

BIG ISLAND

Al Pacino, right, is Shylock in a film version of Shakespeare's drama "The Merchant of Venice," being shown as part of the Maui Film Festival.

Steve Braun

"The Incredibles," screening of the superhero animated film, 6 p.m. today, Parker School, Waimea; free. (808) 885-8709.

"Dance Vision," live performance by dance artist Eva Lee and local halau and dancers with two short digital films from the Dance Films Association, 7:30 p.m. today, UH-Hilo Theatre; $15*. (808) 974-7310.

2005 Na Mea Hawai'i Hula Kahiko, with traditional hula and chant presented by Hula Halau O Kou Lim Nani E, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, hula platform, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park; also, craft demonstrations and sale, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Volcano Art Center; free, park admission fee may apply. (808) 967-8222.

19th annual Magic Spectacular, presented by the Kona Magic Club and featuring magician Michael Ammar, 2:30 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Aloha Theatre, Kainaliu, Kona; $12*. (808) 322-2122.

"Cultural Journey of Mauna O Wakea," Kahalelaukoa Ell shares her experience on Mauna Kea, 6 p.m. Saturday, Onizuka Center for International Astronomy, Visitor Information Station, Mauna Kea; free. (808) 961-2180.

Handel's "Messiah," performance of Parts 2 and 3 by the Kona Symphony Chorus, with organ and chamber orchestra, 2 p.m. Sunday, St. Michael's Church, Kona; $20. (808) 334-9880.

Movies Under the Stars, 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.

MAUI

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

Leilani's on the Beach, Whalers Village, Ka'anapali, entertainment: JD & friends, classic rock 'n' roll, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; Kilohana, Hawaiian favorites, 3:30-6 p.m. Sundays; Jarret Robak, 4-6 p.m. Wednesdays; Crazy Fingers, 4-6 p.m. Thursdays; no cover charge. (808) 661-4495.

Hula Grill, Ka'anapali, Hawaiian entertainment: Ernest Pua'a, 3-5 p.m., and Ernest Pua'a and Kawika Lum, 6-9 p.m. Fridays; Kawika Lum, 3-5 p.m., and Da 'Ukulele Boyz, 6-9 p.m. Saturdays; Kawika Lum, 3-5 p.m., and Ryan Tanaka and Friends, 6-9 p.m. Sundays; Kawika Lum, 3-5 p.m., and Albert & Billy, 6-9 p.m. Mondays; Jarret Roback, 3-5 p.m., and Albert & Billy, 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays; and Ernest Pua'a, 3-5 p.m., and Roy & Brian, 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays; Ernest Pua'a, 3-5 p.m., and Bradah Brian & Roy, 6-9 p.m. Thursdays; no cover charge. (808) 667-6636.

"Kupanaha: Maui Magic for All Ages," dinner show with magic by Jody and Kathleen Baran and daughters, seating begins 4:30 p.m. Fridays, dinner at 5:15 and show at 8 p.m., Kanahele Room Theater, Ka'anapali Beach Hotel; repeats Saturdays and Tuesdays through Thursdays; premium seating $79, general seating $69* and kama'aina rate $29. Reservations required: (808) 667-0128.

Lehua Lounge, Kapalua Bay Hotel, Hawaiian entertainment: Cody Pueo Pata, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Fridays, Mondays and Wednesdays; no cover charge. (808) 665-4552.

Kimo's, Lahaina, Hawaiian entertainment: Sam Ahia, 7-8:30 p.m. Fridays through Sundays and Wednesdays and Thursdays; no cover charge. (808) 661-4811.

"Broadway: Alive & Well!" Dennis and Mona Jones sing songs of Gershwin, Berlin, Sondheim, Webber and more, 7:30 p.m. today, Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; $25, $20. (808) 242-7469.

Supernatural, hip-hop MC with DJ Jrama, 10 p.m.-2 a.m. today, Paradice Bluz, Lahaina. (808) 667-5299.

Keiki Hula, rotating performances by local halau, 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Lahaina Cannery; free. (808) 661-5304.

"Texas Meets Hawai'i," Chris Duarte and Vince Esquire in a blues guitar concert with emcee Kathy "Tita" Collins, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, McCoy Studio Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; $18 advance, $23 day of show. (808) 242-7469.

"The Legend of Kaulula'au," Moses Goods III in a one-man play that tells the Hawaiian myth, 4 and 6:30 p.m. Sundays (check-in half hour before play times), The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua; $30 general, $27 kama'aina. (888) 808-1055.

"Assassin," Margaret Cho in a comedy show for mature audiences, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; $45, $35, $25. (808) 242-7469.

Willie K, performance by the Grammy-nominated singer, 8-10 p.m. Sundays, Paradice Bluz, Lahaina; $5 cover. (808) 667-5299.

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

"Battle of the Pianists," Ebb & Flow's North South East West festival continues with a program of piano music featuring Robert Pollock with soprano Judith Kellock, pianists Sayaka Ueda and Lorenzo Sanchez and performance poet Ayin Adams, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Makawao Union Church; $5 general, free for students and seniors. (808) 876-1854.

" 'Ulalena," a theatrical production, 6 p.m. Wednesdays through Mondays, Maui Myth & Magic Theatre, Lahaina; Producer's Package with VIP seating and backstage tour $75*, premium seating $58*, general admission $48*. Reservations required: (808) 661-9913, 1-877-688-4800.

"Merchant of Venice," R-rated film starring Al Pacino, Jeremy Irons, Joseph Fiennes and Lynn Collins in the classic Shakespeare tale, 5 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; part of the Maui Film Festival; $10*. (808) 242-7469, (808) 572-3456.

Hula Honey's, vintage and contemporary Hawaiian music, 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, the Moana Cafe, Pa'ia; no cover charge. (808) 579-9999.

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.

Nalu Sunset Bar and Sushi entertainment: Merv Oana and Duane Feig of Kilohana, contemporary Hawaiian, reggae and R&B, 8:30-11 p.m. Wednesdays; no cover charge. (808) 667-1200.

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.

Paul Galbraith, classical guitar concert, 7 p.m. Saturday, Kaua'i Community College's Performing Arts Center; $20*. (808) 245-7464.

Supernatural, hip-hop MC, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturday, Aloha Beach Resort's Kuhio Lounge, Kapa'a; $15 advance, $20 at the door. (808) 823-6000.

E Kanikapila Kakou, annual community musical events sponsored by the Garden Isle Arts Council, this week featuring Mama Ane Kanahele and Hokuau Ka'ohelauli'i, 6-8 p.m. Monday, Island School, Puhi; free, donations accepted. (808) 245-2733.