Hot 8 Brass Band

Wednesday, September 16 at 9am/10:30am
This ten member jazz band from New Orleans brings elements of modern, traditional & urban music together to create a unique, new class of brass music. Events in their past led the band to become a part of anti-violence campaigns and to use their vibrant, energetic music to spread the message. This band’s music will keep the feet moving and the bodies’ wiggling long after the show is finished.

Drummers from Bangladesh-HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR MAY 12, 2010 AT 9AM AND 1030AM.

Wednesday, May 12 at 9am/10:30am
An ensemble of performers from the Bangladesh Institute of Theatre Arts will present a variety of dance and music styles, including the impressive “Baul” (gypsy) singing. The performers hail from Chittagong, Bangladesh’s second main city.

Dervish – Irish band

Wednesday, October 21 at 9am/10:30am
This traditional Irish band delights audiences with their high energy tunes and their charming lyrics of life and love. Cathy Jordan’s stories along with the songs draws people into the music in a way few performers can achieve. Together for over 18 years, with four of the original members still at the helm, Dervish will enchant with their sad, soulful tunes to their lively, foot tapping songs.

`Ukulele/Slack Key Guitar Masters

Thursday, November 5 at 9am/10:30am
The 8th annual `Ukulele and Slack Key Guitar Institute showcases local artists. With the spirit of cooperation and nurturing always in the forefront, our youth show will surely educate and entertain with some of the best talent this genre has to offer.

American Bluegrass Masters

Thursday, November 12 at 9am/10:30am
Transport yourself to the good ole days of the Grand Ole Opry, with legend Bobby Osborne heading up this vibrant group of country’s hottest bluegrass singers and pickers. Feel the American spirit listening to the youthful energy in a concert of vibrant front-porch twang that defies anyone to keep their feet still!

Aga-Boom

Wednesday, November 18 at 10:30am only
Thursday, November 19 at 10:30am only
Rooted in the unique European theatrical style and universal language of clowning, Aga-Boom cuts through the barriers of language and culture with the art of slapstick, the humor of physical comedy, and the delighted excitement of childhood.

Aga-Boom is an interactive mayhem that carries audiences to the other side of the funhouse mirror, with outrageous zaniness and unrestrained laughter. This is high energy family fun.

Alpin Hong – pianist

Thursday, January 28 at 9am/10:30am
Opening the ears, eyes, and imaginations of hundreds of thousands of Americans, pianist Alpin Hong’s combination of stunning technique, emotional range, and rare humor continues to bring audiences young and old to their feet. A trained classical musician, he is equally comfortable riding a skateboard, snowboarding, or practicing the martial arts. His youthful vivacity and boundless energy are sure to keep audiences entertained.

Black Grace – Maori contemporary dance co.

Tuesday, February 16 at 9am/10:30am
New Zealand’s leading contemporary dance company for over 10 years, the men of Black Grace once again return to the Kahilu Theatre stage. Fusing Pacific and contemporary dance in an extraordinary and dynamic form, Black Grace is renowned for its artistry, creative excellence and innovation. This all male dance troupe dishes up a heady combination of half forward thinking and half respect for ancestors.

Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano

Monday, March 1 at 9am/10:30am
These traditional musicians, consisting of ten mariachi’s will be playing traditional mariachi instruments: violin, vihuela, guitar, guitarron, and trumpet. The ensemble has performed on many of Linda Ronstadt’s albums and has been featured on the Tonight Show. A study guide is available online at http://www.ums.org/assets/pdf/studyguide/mariachi-sg.pdf.

Ko`olau – puppet theatre

Thursday, March 11 at 1030am only
This intimate and inventive puppet performance is based on a now-legendary story of Hawai`i in the 1890s. Ko`olau hides with his wife and son in the Kalalau Valley of Kauai as he tries to elude the sheriff’s men and escape deportation to a leper colony. The story captures the fundamental struggle for personal freedom and the triumph of unconditional love in the most difficult circumstances. This production utilizes hand carved puppets in the kuruma ningyo style (wheeled puppet theatre of Japan) and live shadow and video projection inspired by Hawaiian woodcut carving.

Fijian Dancers

Tuesday, April 6 at 9am/10:30am
Fiji is famous in the Pacific for its sublime choral singing and vigorous ensemble dancing. The East-West Center and the Kahilu Theatre are collaborating in presenting an ensemble of sixteen university-based performers. This fun & indigenous performance should not to be missed.

Water-ver May-be – an Angel Prince production

Monday, April 26 at 9am/10:30am
A surreal world of liquid in which the ideas of clean sustainable water are put forth through a multimedia extravaganza.