EVENTS

Hawaii’s first ever Spring Festival Gala Concert is coming to Honolulu. Led by China’s preeminent conductor, world-class Maestro Long Yu, the music will bring back fond memories for some and an authentic impression of East Asian culture to others. This unforgettable program combines Western and Eastern classics, starting with the rousing Spring Festival Overture and ending with Puccini’s thrilling Nessun Dorma. The enchanting lineup of musicians, brought together in Hawaii for the first time include tenor Warren Mok, violinist Siqing Lu, pianist Jaya Sun, soprano Bing Bing Wang, cellist Lin Zhu, and tenor Jim Price. Accompanied by the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra, these world-renowned, award-winning artists will bring their own interpretation to these masterpieces. Come enjoy a Spring Festival feast for your ears, and begin the Year of the Rat with a memory that will last a lifetime.

Over the past four decades, Rick Springfield has worn many hats as an entertainer and performer. The creator of some of the finest power-pop of the ’80s, a Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and musician who has sold 25 million albums and scored 17 U.S. Top 40 hits, including “Jessie’s Girl,” “Don’t Talk to Strangers,” “An Affair of the Heart,” "I've Done Everything for You,” “Love Somebody,” and “Human Touch.”

Join the internationally-recognized musicians of 'Ioani's Orchestras 4 and 5 and our concerto competition winners for our annual Concerto Concert at the historic Hawaii Theatre. 'Iolani is one of only two schools statewide to offer senior students the opportunity to audition for the honor of performing as a soloist with one of the top ensembles, and this years' concert features pieces that run the gamut from lush and romantic to fiery and impetuous, to grand and virtuosic. This powerful program includes music by Vivaldi, Bruch, Grieg, Chopin, Saint-Saens, Vieuxtemps and more!

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Two of the most influential artists of the 90's - JOAN OSBORNE & the band CRACKER - will perform at the Historic Hawaii Theatre. You'll hear songs you remember like "If God Was One of Us", and "Low" among newer hits like "Tangled Up In Blue".

"Bach Meets the Beatles" Composer John Bayless Holds West Coast Premiere of New Show, "John Bayless: One Hand, One Heart: My Life & My Music". From the pianist-composer who brought you the gold-selling "Bach Meets the Beatles" and "The Puccini Album" comes a new play with music: John Bayless: One Hand, One Heart:My Life & My Music. In this play, Bayless shares his journey from a Texas youth to world renowned concert performer with music by Bernstein, Gershwin, Puccini, LeGrand, Mancini, Rachmaninoff, Rodgers and Bayless.

VAV will be setting off on an epic tour come February – April 2020 called VAV Grand America Tour! The members will be making stops across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Latin America! The 7 member group consists of St. Van, Baron, ACE, Ayno, Jacob, Lou and Ziu and debuted on November 2, 2015 under A Team Entertainment.

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Tusk covers all the great hits of Fleetwood Mac, which has featured the talents of Mick Fleetwood, Christine and John McVie, Lindsey Buckingham, Stevie Nicks and others over the years. The five seasoned, well-respected musicians comprising Tusk have been making music together in various combinations and styles, in original outfits and in cover bands, for over twenty-five years. It seemed only fitting that they should come together to form the Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute, and pay homage to a group that dominated the charts during the band members’ formative years. Authentic-sounding and always respectful, Tusk leaves no stone unturned in replicating the sounds of one of the world’s best-loved, top-selling bands.

I AM EVIDENCE exposes the alarming number of untested rape kits in the United States through a character–driven narrative, bringing much needed attention to the disturbing pattern of how the criminal justice system has historically treated sexual assault survivors.

May Day is Lei Day in Hawai`i. Grammy winner Kalani Pe`a will headline the Hawaii Theatre Center's May Day Is Lei Day concert with guest artists including Hula Halau O Kamuela, Hoku Zuttermeister, Ho`okena & Maila Gibson, Pomaika`i Lyman, & Starr Kalahiki. `Akahi a ho`omaka, this is the start.

Think Larry David in a dragon suit performing jaw-dropping magic tricks and you’re on the right track. With over 100 million online views, sold-out shows across the US and Canada and a residency at the Flamingo Hotel and Casino on the Las Vegas strip, Piff the Magic Dragon has proved he’s here to stay. Joined by Mr. Piffles, The World’s Only Magic Performing Chihuahua™, the dynamic duo has performed all over the world.

NA LEO PILIMEHANA, which means the voices blending together in warmth, are the most popular, award-winning and biggest selling female Hawaiian group in the World. Na Leo consists of three childhood friends, Nalani Jenkins, Lehua Kalima and Angela Morales. Na Leo has won the most Hoku Awards of any Hawaiian music group, becoming the most recognized music group from the islands, with styles ranging from Hawaiian contemporary to pop ballads. Over the course of their career, Na Leo has released 23 CDs and have been in the top 20 AC charts nationally. The Hawaii Academy of Recording Arts has recognized Na Leo with (22) Hoku Awards, including Song of Year four times, Flying With Angels, Rest of Your Life, Saving Forever and their international hit, I Miss You Hawaii.

People's Choice and Daytime Emmy award-winner Pat Sajak returns to the Historic Hawaii Theatre alongside Hawaii's most watched news anchor Joe Moore, in a new production of Neil Simon’s hilarious and moving comedy The Sunshine Boys.  Joining the dynamic duo on stage in his professional acting debut is Bryce Moore, son of actor Joe Moore!  Bryce co-starred in the made in Hawaii film, Under The Blood Red Sun.

Hawaii Theatre Center members are a dedicated group of supporters who believe in the power of the performing arts to educate, entertain, inspire, and transform. Your generous support allows us to maintain this historic multi-purpose venue, present first-class performing arts, and enrich the lives of Hawaii’s residents and visitors. Become a Member of Hawaii Theatre and enjoy a variety of benefits from discounts on Hawaii Theatre Presents shows, presale ticket purchase opportunities, and much more.