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The Honolulu Advertiser

Posted on: Friday, November 20, 2009

TGIF weekend calendar

Advertiser Staff

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 purchase. Call venue for details.




20 | FRIDAY


CONCERT

GO JIMMY GO, ska; 9:30 p.m.;

Anna Bannana's; 18 and older; $10*; 946-5190.


DANCE

FIGHT OR FLIGHT: DANCING THE INSIDE OUT, with the return of Convergence Dance Theatre and choreography by Jennifer Shannon, Meghen Squires McKinley, Malia Yamamoto, Laura Reichhardt and Roxanne Ingano; 8 p.m.; The ARTS at Marks Garage; repeats 8 p.m. saturday and 2 p.m. sunday; $15; artsat

marks.com, brownpapertickets.com.


STAGE OPENING

'NOVEMBER,' comedy by David Mamet, directed by David Farmer; 7:30 p.m.; The Actors Group; repeats 7:30 p.m. thursdays-saturdays, 2 p.m. sundays through Dec. 13, except Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26; $20*; 722-6941, taghawaii.net.

STAGE

SENIOR SHOWCASE, seniors from drama club Keaka Kamehameha perform songs and monologues from a variety of musicals and plays; 7 p.m.; Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus, Ruth Ke'elikolani Auditorium; repeats 7 p.m. saturday and 2 p.m. sunday; $5*; 534-8143.

'HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 2,' presented by Army Community Theatre; 7:30 p.m.; Richardson Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. fridays and saturdays, through Dec. 12; $12-$20; 438-4480, armytheatre.com.

'ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD,' a tragic comedy based on characters from William Shakespeare's 'Hamlet'; 7:30 p.m.; Punahou School, Dillingham Hall; repeats 7:30 p.m. saturday; $10 adults, $5 seniors and students; 943-3295.

'HONOR AMONGST THIEVES,' a gothic tale of a man whose sins and desire for revenge threaten to make him the thrall of vampiric forces, by local playwright and LCC alumnus Reb Beau Allen; 8 p.m.; Leeward Community College Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. saturday; $18*; 455-0385, eticket

hawaii.com.

'QUIPTEASE,' world premiere of a new comedy by award-winning author Yokanaan Kearns; 8 p.m.; Paul and Vi Loo Theatre, Hawai'i Pacific University; repeats 7:30 p.m. thursdays (except Thanksgiving show, it moved to wednesday Nov. 25, 8 p.m. fridays-saturdays, 4 p.m. sundays, through Dec. 6; $20*; 375-1282.

'THE HOMECOMING,' by Harold Pinter; 8 p.m.; Kennedy Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. saturday and 2 p.m. sunday; $20*; 956-7655, etickethawaii.com.

'VOICES FROM OKINAWA,' story of Kama Hutchins, an American of Okinawan ancestry who teaches English to local Okinawans; 8 p.m.; Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. thursdays-saturdays, 2 p.m. sundays through Dec. 6; $5*-$16*; 536-4441, kumukahua.org.

'WINTER WONDERETTES,' by Roger Bean; 8 p.m.; Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. thursdays, 8 p.m. fridays, 3 and 8 p.m. saturdays (only 8 p.m. show on saturday Dec. 5) and 4 p.m. sundays through Dec. 6; $35*; 988-6131, manoavalleytheatre.com.

'EXPOSED,' double bill, comprised of two acts, 'This is a Play,' directed by Amy Healey and 'The Natalia Gallery,' directed by Rebecca McGarvey; 11 p.m. saturday; UH-Manoa, Earle Ernst Lab Theatre; repeats 11 p.m. saturday; $10*; 956-7655, hawaii.edu/kennedy.


FAIRS & FESTIVALS

NINTH ANNUAL DOLE CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR, with handcrafted items and specialty foods; 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Dole Cannery Ballrooms; free; 626-2141.

31ST ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE, sponsored by a Kailua hui, featuring jewelry, clothing, stained glass, clothes-pin dolls, jellies and more; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; private home, 243 'Aikahi Loop, Kailua; repeats 9 a.m.-2 p.m. saturday; free;

254-3344.

CRAFT FAIR, with handmade crafts, household items, plants and more; 2-5:30 p.m.; Early Education Center, 1130 Alapai St., on top of the municipal parking lot; free; 533-0004.

MERRYMAKERS' BOUTIQUE, with handcrafted merchandise, including gifts, ornaments, jewelry, pillows and more; 3-8 p.m.; 120 Ku'upua St., Kailua; repeats 8 a.m.-3 p.m. saturday; free; 261-8478.


ETC.

TIE ONE ON FOR SAFETY, MADD Hawai'i annual kickoff, emceed by Lina Girl and Augie T. from KCCN FM100; 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Tamarind Park, Bishop Square; free; madd.org.

GRATITUDE DAY, Thanksgiving Food Drive kickoff for the Hawaii Foodbank; 5:30-8 p.m.; Louis Pohl Gallery; free;

521-1812.

CD RELEASE EVENT, first public listening and album dedication of The Rich Crandall Trio's new CD 'Last Takes with Rory'; 6-8:30 p.m.; Studio 6, Musicians' Association Building, 909 Kapi'olani Blvd; free;

941-3759.

LIVE MUSIC

KELLY VILLAVERDE; 12-3 p.m.; RumFire Diamond Head Terrace, Sheraton Waikiki; 866-952-3473.

PIRANHA BROTHERS; 3:30-6:30 p.m.; Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tropics; 949-4321.

THE GEEZERS, classic country band; 4-6 p.m.; Badass Coffee Company; 524-0888.

TYPICAL HAWAIIANS; 4-7 p.m.; Ala Moana Center, Mai Tai Bar; also BAMBOO CREW; 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.;

947-2900.

KAMUELA KAHOANO; 5-8 p.m.; RumFire, Sheraton Waikiki; 866-952-3473.

MIHANA SOUZA; 5-8 p.m.; Don Ho's Island Grill; 528-0807.

PIRANHA BROTHERS; 5-8 p.m.; Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tropics; 949-4321.

KRISTIE CHING, KIMO ARTIS (UPPER DECK); CHERI NAKAMURA, SEFA TUAI (LOWER DECK); 5:15 p.m.; Navatek I, Pier 6; 973-1311.

ACOUSTIC PLAYGROUND, contemporary; 5:30-9 p.m.; also, KAPENA, contemporary Hawaiian; 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m.; Gordon Biersch, Aloha Tower Marketplace; 599-4877.

KAUKAHI; 6-9 p.m.; Kani Ka Pila Grille, Outrigger Reef on the Beach; 924-4990.

KO'OLAU SERENADERS, Hawaiian; 6-9 p.m.; Honey's at Ko'olau Restaurant; 236-4653.

THE SICK BASTARDS, classic rock and roll; 6-9 p.m.; The Ground Floor; 538-6012.

MAILANI MAKAINAI, contemporary Hawaiian; 7-9 p.m.; Kona Brewing Co., Koko Marina Center; 394-5662.

DUELING PIANOS; 7:30-10 p.m.; Twist at Hanohano, Sheraton Waikiki hotel; 922-4422.

OLOMANA; 8-11 p.m.; Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar; 949-4321.

THE BEDROCKS, jazz, rock and reggae; 8 p.m.-12 a.m.; Da Smoke House; 946-0233.

FLASHBACK friday, featuring Whitelight; 8:30-11:30 p.m.; Ige's Restaurant & 19th Puka; 486-3500.

JOHN HELM DUO; 8:30-11:30 p.m.; The Cheesecake Factory; 924-5001.

TENNYSON STEPHENS AND ROCKY HOLMES; 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.; Halekulani, Lewers Lounge; 923-2311.

KARAOKE JAM NIGHT; 9 p.m.; OnStage Drinks & Grinds; 306-7799.

MISSING DAVE, alternative; 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; Kemo'o Farms, The Pub; 621-1835.

MIX KAUCHA, island reggae; 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; Kemo'o Farms, Lakeside Lanai; 621-1835.

THE SIDEWINDERS, classic rock; 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m.; Margarita's Beach Bar, Discovery Bay Center; 291-3669.

FRIENDS OF ADAM, with Clayton Campania, Justin on drums, Ernie on bass; 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; Jazz Minds Art & Cafe; 945-0800.

ROOTIKAL RIDDIM AND MOST HIGH, reggae; 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; Tropics Cafe Bar & Lounge; 18 and older; 591-8009.

ISLAND MAGIC BAND, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.; Chez, Westridge Shopping Center; 488-2439.

HIGHER GROUND; 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m.; Kailua Town Pub and Grill; 21 and older; $5; 230-8444.

THE LATE SHOW, with Santino, Ikaika Tecson, Steve Jones and Sal Di Amore; 10 p.m.; The Dragon Upstairs; 526-1411.




21 | SATURDAY


CONCERTS

'AN EVENING WITH THE QUEEN,' Hawai'i Youth Opera Chorus fall fundraiser; 5:30 p.m.; Washington Place; $150; 521-2982, hyoc.org.

ONE LOVE, featuring Natural Vibes, Ooklah the Moc, Rebel Souljahz, Hot Rain and All Natro, hosted by Phat Joe; 6:30 p.m.; The Waterfront at Aloha Tower Marketplace; $20; 550-8457, honoluluboxoffice.com.

THE BEAT, featuring Soulz and Powerhouse; 7 p.m.-12 a.m.; Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa; $45 pre-sale, $55 at the door; 864-7718.

MILLICENT CUMMINGS, joined by Darby Slick, Rick Smith Steve Bazo, Joe Lohmeier and Rogerio Araujo; 7:30 p.m.; Atherton Performing Arts Studio; $25*; 955-8821.

RICHARD THOMPSON; 8 p.m.; Paliku Theatre, Windward Community College; $35; 235-2310, etickethawaii.com.

SMOOTH JAZZ NIGHTS IX, featuring Brian Culbertson with special guest Jessy J; 8 p.m.; Royal Hawaiian Theater; $45, $85, $125; 550-8457, hono

luluboxoffice.com.

ONCE-A-MONTH PUNK!, featuring the latest skate videos, giveaways and music by Conseedz, False Crack, MistermeaneR, Old Habits Die Hard and Pimpbot; 10 p.m.-4 a.m.; 21 and older; $10, $5 for kama'aina; 923-3597.


DANCE

FIGHT OR FLIGHT: DANCING THE INSIDE OUT, with the return of Convergence Dance Theatre and choreography by Jennifer Shannon, Meghen Squires McKinley, Malia Yamamoto, Laura Reichhardt and Roxanne Ingano; 8 p.m.; The ARTS at Marks Garage; repeats 2 p.m. sunday; $15; artsat

marks.com, brownpapertickets

.com.

STAGE

'WINTER WONDERETTES,' by Roger Bean; 3 and 8 p.m.; Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. thursdays, 8 p.m. fridays, 3 and 8 p.m. saturdays (only 8 p.m. show on saturday Dec. 5) and 4 p.m. sundays through Dec. 6; $35*; 988-6131, manoavalleytheatre.com.

ROCK THE BEAT, musical revue featuring song and dance presentations to pop hits from the past and present and Broadway, presented by the Nanakuli High and Intermediate School Performing Arts Center; 7 p.m.; Pearl City Cultural Center Auditorium; repeats 2 p.m. sunday; $25*; 668-5823, ext. 256.

SENIOR SHOWCASE, seniors from drama club Keaka Kamehameha perform songs and monologues from a variety of musicals and plays; 7 p.m.; Kamehameha Schools Kapalama campus, Ruth Ke'elikolani Auditorium repeats 2 p.m. sunday; $5*; 534-8143.

'HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 2,' musical, presented by Army Community Theatre; 7:30 p.m.; Richardson Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. fridays and saturdays, through Dec. 12; $12-$20; 438-4480, armytheatre

.com.

'NOVEMBER,' comedy by David Mamet, directed by David Farmer; 7:30 p.m.; The Actors Group; repeats 7:30 p.m. thursdays-saturdays, 2 p.m. sundays through Dec. 13, except Thanksgiving Day Nov. 26; $20*; 722-6941, taghawaii

.net.

'QUIPTEASE,' world premiere of a new comedy by award-winning author Yokanaan Kearns; 8 p.m.; Paul and Vi Loo Theatre, Hawai'i Pacific University; repeats 7:30 p.m. thursdays (except Thanksgiving show, it moved to wednesday Nov. 25, 8 p.m. fridays-saturdays, 4 p.m. sundays, through Dec. 6; $20*; 375-1282.

'THE HOMECOMING,' by Harold Pinter; 8 p.m.; Kennedy Theatre; repeats 2 p.m. sunday; $20*; 956-7655, eticket

hawaii.com.

'VOICES FROM OKINAWA,' story of Kama Hutchins, an American of Okinawan ancestry who teaches English to Okinawans; 8 p.m.; Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. thursdays-saturdays, 2 p.m. sundays through Dec. 6; $5*-$16*; 536-4441, kumukahua

.org.


STAGE CLOSINGS

'ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD,' a tragic-comedy based on characters from William Shakespeare's 'Hamlet'; 7:30 p.m.; Punahou School, Dillingham Hall; $10 adults, $5 seniors and students; 943-3295.

'HONOR AMONGST THIEVES,' a gothic tale of a man whose sins and desire for revenge threaten to make him the thrall of vampiric forces, written by local playwright and LCC alumnus Reb Beau Allen; 8 p.m.; Leeward Community College Theatre; $18*; 455-0385, etickethawaii.com.

'EXPOSED,' double bill, 'This is a Play,' directed by Amy Healey and 'The Natalia Gallery,' directed by Rebecca McGarvey; 11 p.m. saturday; UH-Manoa, Earle Ernst Lab Theatre; $10*; 956-7655, hawaii.edu/kennedy.


NATURE

POUHALA MARSH CLEAN-UP AND RESTORATION, volunteer work day to help with the cleanup and restoration; 8:30-11:30 a.m.; Pouhala Marsh, Waipahu; free; call for meeting place: 955-0100, ext. 18.


FAIRS & FESTIVALS

SEASON'S BEST 'AIEA CRAFT & GIFT FAIR, with more than 150 vendors, gifts and food items; 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; 'Aiea Elementary School; free; 683-6064.

MAYOR'S ANNUAL CRAFT & COUNTRY FAIR, presented by the Department of Parks & Recreation; 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; free; 591-2211.

MERRYMAKERS' BOUTIQUE, with handcrafted merchandise, including gifts, ornaments, jewelry, pillows and more; 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; 120 Ku'upua St., Kailua; free;

261-8478.

WAIPAHU UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST FALL BAZAAR, with BBQ chicken (pre-sale available), food, country store, white elephant items, crafts, clothing, toys, books, plants and more; 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; Waipahu United Church of Christ; free; 677-3317.

CANE HAUL ROAD CRAFT FAIR, with Cane Haul products, ceramics by The Potter's Guild, jams, jellies, clothing, jewelry and more; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Kuhio Elementary School cafeteria; free; 947-8466.

NA LEI MAEOLE, hosted by Friends of the EPIC Foundation, in support of educational services for foster children; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; McKinley High School cafeteria; free; 941-7070.

31ST ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE, sponsored by a Kailua hui, featuring jewelry, clothing, stained glass, clothes-pin dolls, jellies and more; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; private home, 243 'Aikahi Loop, Kailua; free; 254-3344.

FALL FEST 2009, craft and family fair, with entertainment, keiki games and inflatables, food, crafts and more; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Hope Chapel Kane'ohe Bay; free; 235-5814.

WILSON SCHOOL FUN FAIR, with games, prizes, food, inflatables, dunking booth, entertainment, crafts and more; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Wilson Elementary School; free; 733-4740.

HANDCRAFTERS AND ARTISANS ALLIANCE ARTFEST, with artwork, wood products, ceramics, jewelry, clothing, stained glass, candles and soap; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Kapi'olani Park; repeats 9 a.m.-4 p.m. sunday; free; 696-6717.

SODALITY OF OUR BLESSED LADY ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE, with handcrafted ornaments and decorations, holiday gifts, bake sale, jams, chutney, pickled onions and more; 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; St. John Vianney Church, Kailua; repeats 8 a.m.-2 p.m. sunday; free; 262-8317.

STUDENT EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR BENEFIT CRAFT FAIR AND SILENT AUCTION, with 30 vendors of snacks, crafts, handmade items, Christmas decorations and more; 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; University of Hawai'i-Manoa, Queen Liliu'okalani Center for Student Services; free; 956-3722.

KAELEPULU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CRAFT, GIFT AND FOOD FAIR; 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Kaelepulu Elementary School, Kailua; free; 383-6041.

HOLIDAY ARTS AND CRAFT FAIR, sponsored by The Friends of the Library Kahuku; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Kahuku Public & School Library; free; 293-7554.

PARKER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH CRAFT FAIR; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Parker United Methodist Church, Kane'ohe; free; 247-3250.

ASSETS SCHOOL BOOKFAIR, get your picture taken with Darth Vader, Tuscan Raider or Storm Trooper; 2-4 p.m.; Barnes and Noble, Kahala Mall; free; 223-7007.


ETC.

GIVE THANKS, early Thanksgiving celebration with games, inflatables, music, giveaways, food and more; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Lighthouse Outreach Center, Waipahu; free; 542-1001.

8TH ANNUAL UKULELE EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE, display of custom 'ukulele handcrafted by members of the Ukulele Guild of Hawai'i and seminar; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Princess Kaiulani Hotel; continues 9 a.m.-4 p.m. sunday; $25 for two-day seminar pass, free for exhibition; ukuleleguild.org.

EDUCATION DAY, with presentations, discussions and workshops for artists, art students and art educators; 10 a.m.; The Contemporary Museum; $8*, free for students, faculty and staff with school ID; 526-1322.

BOB HOGUE will sign copies of his book 'Sands of Lanikai'; 2 p.m.; Borders Books and Music, Ward Centre; free; 591-8995.

WAIMEA POI SUPPER, backyard pa'ina with authentic Hawaiian menu and entertainment by 'Ohana 3; 6-9 p.m.; Waimea Valley; $60; 638-7766.

C.O.O.L. JAYCEES ENTERTAINMENT PARTY, video game party; 6 p.m.-12 a.m.; Atherton YMCA, multi-purpose building, 1810 University Ave.; $10; 358-2317, 954-0994.

LIVE MUSIC

LAWRENCE KIDDER; 12-3 p.m.; RumFire Diamond Head Terrace, Sheraton Waikiki; 866-952-3473.

ZAYSHA; 4-7 p.m.; Ala Moana Center, Mai Tai Bar; also ONE DROP; 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.; 947-2900.

ALIKA SOUZA; 5-8 p.m.; Don Ho's Island Grill; 528-0807.

ELLSWORTH SIMEONA; 5-8 p.m.; RumFire, Sheraton Waikiki; 866-952-3473.

KRISTIE CHING, ALBERT MALIGMAT (UPPER DECK); CHERI NAKAMURA, ROCKWELL FUKINO (LOWER DECK); 5:15 p.m.; Navatek I, Pier 6; 973-1311.

HI'IKUA (PILIOHA); 6-9 p.m.; Kani Ka Pila Grille, Outrigger Reef on the Beach; 924-4992.

TAHITI REY; 6-9 p.m.; Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive; 923-1234.

BOOGIE, Hawaiian, blues, jazz; 7-9 p.m.; Kona Brewing Co., Koko Marina; 394-5662.

DANNY COUCH; 7-9 p.m.; Chai's Island Bistro, Aloha Tower Marketplace; 585-0011.

AUGIE REY; 7-10 p.m.; The Elks Club; 923-5722.

KAINALU BUSQUE, acoustic, folk, soul; 7-10 p.m.; Mulvadi Cafe; 626-5087.

JOHNNY HELM, 7:30-9:30 p.m.; Tiki's Grill & Bar; 923-8454.

TAIMANE; 7:30-10:30 p.m.; Twist at Hanohano, Sheraton Waikiki hotel; 922-4422.

OLOMANA; 8-11 p.m.; Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar; 949-4321.

JUGULAR JAZZ, featuring Phil Bennett, Aron Nelson, Todd Yukumoto, Ikaika Tecson and Arex Ikehara; 8-11 p.m.; The Ground Floor Restaurant; 538-6012.

2 POINT 0, featuring Tito Berinobis and Billy Beimes; 8 p.m.-12 a.m.; Chart House; 941-6660.

TEN FEET; 8:30-11:30 p.m.; Ige's Restaurant & 19th Puka; 486-3500.

HILLBILLY HELLCATS, rockabilly; 9 p.m.; Anna Bannana's; 21 and over; 946-5190.

JEFF SAID NO!; 9 p.m.; OnStage Drinks & Grinds; 306-7799.

LATIN NIGHT, DJ spinning Latin beats; 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; Kemo'o Farms, The Pub; 621-1835.

LOVECHILE, R&B band with Eric Lagrimas, Jamin Aquino, Ryan Yee and Rich Walker; 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; Jazz Minds Art & Cafe; 945-0800.




22 | SUNDAY


CONCERTS

LEEWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE GUITAR CONCERT, directed by Peter Kun Frary; 4 p.m.; Leeward Community College Theatre; $5; 455-0380.

CANTORES HEMOLELE, chamber-sized vocal group; 5:30 p.m.; St. Andrew's Cathedral; free, donations accepted; 524-2822, ext. 217.


DANCE

FIGHT OR FLIGHT: DANCING THE INSIDE OUT, with the return of Convergence Dance Theatre and choreography by Jennifer Shannon, Meghen Squires McKinley, Malia Yamamoto, Laura Reichhardt and Roxanne Ingano; 2 p.m.; The ARTS at Marks Garage; $15; artsatmarks.com, brownpaper

tickets.com.

STAGE

'NOVEMBER,' comedy by David Mamet, directed by David Farmer; 2 p.m.; The Actors Group; repeats 7:30 p.m. thursdays-saturdays, 2 p.m. sundays through Dec. 13, except Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26; $20*; 722-6941, taghawaii.net.

'VOICES FROM OKINAWA,' story of Kama Hutchins, an American of Okinawan ancestry who teaches English to Okinawans; 2 p.m.; Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. thursdays-saturdays, 2 p.m. sundays through Dec. 6; $5*-$16*; 536-4441, kumukahua

.org.

'WINTER WONDERETTES,' by Roger Bean; 4 p.m.; Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. thursdays, 8 p.m. fridays, 3 and 8 p.m. saturdays (only 8 p.m. show on saturday, Dec. 5) and 4 p.m. sundays through Dec. 6; $35*; 988-6131, manoavalleytheatre.com.

'QUIPTEASE,' world premiere of a new comedy by award-winning author Yokanaan Kearns; 8 p.m.; Paul and Vi Loo Theatre, Hawai'i Pacific University; repeats 7:30 p.m. thursdays (except Thanksgiving show, which moves to wednesday Nov. 25), 8 p.m. fridays-saturdays, 4 p.m. sundays, through Dec. 6; $20*; 375-1282.


STAGE CLOSINGS

'THE HOMECOMING,' by Harold Pinter; 2 p.m.; Kennedy Theatre; $20*; 956-7655, etick

ethawaii.com.

ROCK THE BEAT, musical revue featuring song and dance presentations to pop hits from the past and present and Broadway, presented by the Nanakuli High and Intermediate School Performing Arts Center; 2 p.m.; Pearl City Cultural Center auditorium; $25*; 668-5823, ext. 256.

SENIOR SHOWCASE, seniors from drama club Keaka Kamehameha perform songs and monologues from a variety of musicals and plays; 2 p.m.; Kamehameha Schools, Kapalama campus, Ruth Ke'elikolani Auditorium; $5*; 534-8143.


FAIRS & FESTIVALS

SODALITY OF OUR BLESSED LADY ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE, with handcrafted ornaments and decorations, holiday gifts, bake sale, jams, chutney, pickled onions and more; 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; St. John Vianney Church, Kailua; free; 262-8317.

PEARL CITY HIGH SCHOOL CRAFT FAIR, a benefit for the Pearl City High School Special Education Program, with more than 100 vendors; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Pearl City High School cafeteria; free; 454-5666.

HANDCRAFTERS AND ARTISANS ALLIANCE ARTFEST, with artwork, wood products, ceramics, jewelry, clothing, stained glass, candles and soap; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Kapi'olani Park; free; 696-6717.

MAKAHIKI MAOLI FESTIVAL 2009, cultural celebration, with games, activities, exhibits, food, hula, entertainment and more, presented by Komike Makua Punana Leo o Honolulu; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free; 841-6655.


ETC.

OPEN HOUSE, with displays on prisons and prisoners in the U.S., testimonies and showing of the film 'Rebellion in Attica'; 3-6 p.m.; Revolution Books; free; 944-3106.

LOOK UP!, International Year of Astronomy 2009 star party, with hot chocolate and a peppermint candy cane; 6-8 p.m.; UH-Manoa Hamilton Library lawn; free; 956-8688.

8TH ANNUAL UKULELE EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE, display of custom 'ukulele handcrafted by members of the 'Ukulele Guild of Hawai'i and seminar; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Princess Kaiulani Hotel; $25 for 2-day seminar pass, free for exhibition; ukuleleguild.org.

LIVE MUSIC

MELVEEN LEED; 5-8 p.m.; The Elks Club, Waikiki; 923-5722.

JULIE OKUMURA, ALBERT MALIGMAT (UPPER DECK) AND KRISTIE CHING, SEFA TUAI (LOWER DECK); 5:15 p.m.; Navatek I, Pier 6; 973-1311.

DEAN & DEAN; 6-9 p.m.; Chart House; 941-6660.

JOHNNY KAMAI; 6-9 p.m.; Ala Moana Center, Mai Tai Bar; also DJ AUDISSEY; 9 p.m.-12 a.m.; 947-2900.

MAILANI MAKAINAI; 6-9 p.m.; Kani Ka Pila Grille, Outrigger Reef on the Beach; 924-4992.

HOT CLUB OF HULAVILLE; 7:30-10 p.m.; Twist at Hanohano, Sheraton Waikiki; 922-4422.




23 | MONDAY


CONCERT

5TH ANNUAL JUBILEE WOMEN'S CHOIR CONCERT; 7:30 p.m.; Orvis Auditorium, UH-Manoa; free; 343-2587.

LIVE MUSIC

MELEANA BROWN, KIMO ARTIS (UPPER DECK) KRISTIE CHING, BOBBY KINI (LOWER DECK); 5:15 p.m.; Navatek I, Pier 6; 973-1311.

PAU HANA BLUES BAND; 6 p.m.; OnStage Drinks & Grinds; 306-7799.

SEAN NA'AUAO; 6-9 p.m.; Kani Ka Pila Grille, Outrigger Reef on the Beach; 924-4990.

KAUKOE; 6:30-9:30 p.m.; Chart House; 941-6660.

ROBONICK, local jazz collaborations, R&B and improv with Nick Reichard, Bob Hernandez, Jerry Wilson and Robert Fazzari; 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; Jazz Minds Art & Cafe; 945-0800.

CONSCIOUS ROOTS; 9:30 p.m.-1230 a.m.; Ala Moana Center, Mai Tai Bar; 947-2900.




24 | TUESDAY

FAMILY

TODDLER STORYTIME, listen to stories, sing songs and participate in fingerplays and matching games; 10-11 a.m.; McCully-Mo'ili'ili Public Library; ages 1Ý-3, with parent; free; 973-1099.


ETC.

'A PERSONAL JOURNEY VERSUS TRA-LA-LA TOURISM,' lecture by 'Uncle Jack' Christensen; 6 p.m.; Liliha Public Library; free; 587-7577.

LIVE MUSIC

DAYTON WATANABE; 4-7 p.m.; Ala Moana Center, Mai Tai Bar; also, OOKLA DA MOK; 10:45p.m.-12:15 a.m.; 947-2900.

JOHNNY HELM; 5-8 p.m.; RumFire, Sheraton Waikiki; 866-952-3473.

STACIE TANIGUCHI, STAN ALBRECHT (UPPER DECK); CHERI NAKAMURA, BOBBY KINI (LOWER DECK); 5:15 p.m.; Navatek I, Pier 6; 973-1311.

KIMO OPIANA; 5:30-8:30 p.m.; Oceans 808, Restaurant Row; 587-5838.

WELDON KEKAUOHA; 6-9 p.m.; Kani Ka Pila Grille, Outrigger Reef on the Beach; 924-4990.

ERIC HO AND JACK UFOIA; 6:30-9:30 p.m.; Chart House; 941-6660.

tuesday JAM, sponsored by Innovative Concepts; 8-11 p.m.; Don Ho's Island Grill; interested entertainers call 294-7021.




25 | WEDNESDAY


CONCERT

PSALMFEST, Thanksgiving Choral Celebration with performances by the Kawaiaha'o Church Choir, Kawaiolaonapukanileo Vocal Ensemble, Honolulu Chamber Choir, Hawai'i Youth Opera Chorus and more; 7 p.m.; Kawaiaha'o Church; free; 532-1260.

STAGE

'QUIPTEASE,' world premiere of a new comedy by award-winning author Yokanaan Kearns; 7:30 p.m.; Paul and Vi Loo Theatre, Hawai'i Pacific University; repeats 7:30 p.m. thursdays, 8 p.m. fridays-saturdays, 4 p.m. sundays, through Dec. 6, except Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26; $20*;

375-1282.

LIVE MUSIC

DARRELL AQUINO; 4-7 p.m.; Ala Moana Center, Mai Tai Bar; also GUIDANCE; 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.; 947-2900.

KRISTIE CHING, STAN ALBRECHT (UPPER DECK) AND MELEANA BROWN, BOBBY KINI (LOWER DECK); 5:15 p.m.; Navatek I, Pier 6; 973-1311.

CYRIL PAHINUI; 6-9 p.m.; Kani Ka Pila Grille, Outrigger Reef on the Beach; 924-4992.

2 POINT 0, featuring Tito Berinobis and Billy Beimes; 6:30-9:30 p.m.; Chart House; 941-6660.

JAZZ wednesdayS, with Gabe Baltazar, Noel Okimoto, David Choy Jr., Dean Taba and Robert Shinoda; 6:30-9:30 p.m.; Gordon Biersch; 599-4877.

GUY CRUZ; 9 p.m.; OnStage Drinks & Grinds; 306-7799.

ONE DROP; 9 p.m.-12 a.m.; Oceans 808, Restaurant Row; 587-5838.

THE DEADBEATS, with Harumi the Hymn on vocals, Ethan on keys, Brad on bass, Micah on drums and Matty Wong on saxophone; 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; Jazz Minds Art & Cafe; 945-0800.

MASTER OF OZ; 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m.; Kailua Town Pub and Grill; 21 and older; 230-8444.




26 | THURSDAY

Thanksgiving Day

STAGE

'WINTER WONDERETTES,' by Roger Bean; 7:30 p.m.; Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. thursdays, 8 p.m. fridays, 3 and 8 p.m. saturdays (only 8 p.m. show on saturday Dec. 5) and 4 p.m. sundays through Dec. 6; $35*; 988-6131, manoavalleytheatre.com.

LIVE MUSIC

STACIE TANIGUCHI, STAN ALBRECHT (UPPER DECK) AND JULIE OKUMURA, BOBBY KINI (LOWER DECK); 5:15 p.m.; Navatek I, Pier 6; 973-1311.

KAWIKA KAHIAPO & MARTIN PAHINUI; 6-9 p.m.; Kani Ka Pila Grille, Outrigger Reef on the Beach; 924-4990.

TITO BERINOBIS; 6:30-9:30 p.m.; Chart House; 941-6669.

HOT CLUB OF HULAVILLE; 7:30-10 p.m.; Twist at Hano-hano, Sheraton Waikiki; 922-4422.

THE BENTOS, with Santino Sgambelluri, Eldred Ahlo, Ethan Capone, Joshua Kaye, Henry Roberson III, Mark Lindberg, Jason Gay and Trevor Shifflet; 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; Jazz Minds Art & Cafe; 945-0800.