LifeSongs concerts will support North Shore flood relief
Kauai is a place for transitions. People come from all over the world to see spectacular beauty and realize the island’s ancient lessons moving in their lives. Locals are quick to recognize this tectonic shift, communing in acknowledgment that all are part of a larger, subtler transformation, even when those evolutions are involuntary.
Kupaoa’s music magic
It’s Wednesday evening at the Waimea Public Library, and the quiet space practically hums with felicitous anticipation. The internationally-recognized musical duo, Kupaoa, is preparing to present a 45-minute set in honor of the Waimea branch’s summer reading program, Libraries Rock.
‘Into the Woods’ we go
It wasn’t that long ago that Erin Gaines was Mary Poppins. Now, she’s a witch. And she’s having a ball.
Heiva I Kauai returns
Heiva l Kauai is celebrating the 17th anniversary of its colorful Tahitian dance and drumming at their annual event Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 4 and 5, at Kapaa Beach Park.
Crusaders Quartet to perform
“Springs of Living Water” is one of the Rev. Ed Terui’s favorite gospel songs. “I was in a barren land of sin and shame but God came in and filled me with his water of life.” Those words speak to him because that’s what he said God did for him.
Children’s theater brings enchantment to Kauai
For weeks, a group of children has been working diligently to bring a little magic to Kauai. “I’m so excited to play the lead this year. It’s one of my first leads that I’ve been,” said Rayna Shafter, 13, who is playing the title role of Belle in Hawaii Children’s Theatre’s production of “Beauty and the Beast Jr.”
HCT announces its 2018 season
Hawaii Children’s Theatre announced the events scheduled for 2018, beginning with their acclaimed performing arts education program Summer Stars.
Koloa Landing launches luau
The smiles of Naiome Cadije, Liliana Erichsen, Natalie Cadije and Natalie Boyer were as warm as the golden hues of sunset as the quartet planted aromatic lei on guests coming through the entrance line at the Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu.
‘Crimes’ cries for crowds
No matter where life takes individual family members, family ties can remain strong despite a dysfunctional environment, says Director Nell Foster in describing Women in Theatre’s upcoming production of the play “Crimes of the Heart.”
Celebrating ‘Makana’
Since winning the Best Hip Hop Album category for his album, “Makana,” at the 41st Na Hoku Hanohano Awards last month, it’s been exciting times for Thomas “Illtalian” Iannucci.
Cynthia Lin bringing hot show to Kauai
Ukulele lovers, listen up. And if you’re not an ukulele lover, listen up anyway, because you don’t want to miss this one.
Kauai Voices ROCKS!
They will, they will, rock you. Sing it. They will, they will, rock you. That’s what Kauai Voices plans to do next week for their three concerts at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church in Lihue.
Strumming strings
The ukulele is one of Hawaii’s most beloved instruments. Along with the ipu — a percussion instrument made from gourds that has provided beats for hula dancing since the 18th century — the four-stringed instrument has had a lasting impact on Hawaii’s music.
Singing for scholarships
Kauai’s best voices will be singing timeless classics this weekend to raise funds for education.
Mele Mei Kauai brings live local talent, hula
A month-long celebration of Hawaii’s music culture is underway with an exciting lineup of Hawaii music performances and concerts statewide.
Time for slacking
Slack key is one of Hawaii’s greatest musical traditions. The finger-picking guitar style called ki ho’alu literally means “loosen the key.”
Lois, this one’s for you
After nearly 30 years directing Kauai Chorale, it’s down to two performances for Lois Ricciardi: tonight and Saturday, both at the Kauai Aqua Beach Resort. These shows are not to be missed, said Wes Cronk, Kauai Chorale president who is also leaving the group after 14 years.
Modern piano concert set
A star pianist will perform at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church in Lihue Sunday.
Singers Showcase is free in Kapaa Saturday
Kauai Island Singers Showcase will present a Latin and blues concert at 7 p.m. Saturday at All Saints Church gym, 1065 Kuhio Highway in Kapaa.
The Wailing Souls on Kauai
Reggae superstars from the island nation of Jamaica are not only helping Kauai recover from recent floods by sharing their uplifting message but also by donating a portion of concert proceeds to support flood relief.