Zimbabwe’s unofficial musical ambassador is Oliver Mtukudzi & The Black Spirits. Gracing the Castle Theater stage with his deep voice, Mtukudzi–otherwise known as Tuku–typically captures the attention of audiences by singing in his native Shona tongue. Tuku fuses mbaqanga, Zimbabwean pop styles and the traditional kateke drumming, which creates a unique cultural experience … [Read more...] about This Saturday, Jan 25: Oliver Mtukudzi & The Black Spirits @MauiArtsCulture
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“Godfather of British Blues” John Mayall at MACC, Nov 20
Saturday (November 20), 7:30pm, Castle Theater, MACC, $45/$50/$55 A Friendly Note to Readers: As with any story where the subject being interviewed has an accent, I recommend reading the story with an accent. In this case, please use a British accent. After all, I am (in my head) typing this account with an accent, so it seems only fair that -- to get the full effect -- you … [Read more...] about “Godfather of British Blues” John Mayall at MACC, Nov 20
Complexions Contemporary Ballet at the Castle Theater, Oct 15
Friday (October 15), 7:30pm, Castle Theater, MACC, $12/$28/$35 Sveltly barely more than bones, ballerinas (ballerinos or danseurs, for men), exemplify the potential of the human form. Dance is the secondary color that emerges when art and athleticism meld, and the balletomanes behind Complexions Contemporary Ballet are a rainbow of world-class innovators; wielding the skills … [Read more...] about Complexions Contemporary Ballet at the Castle Theater, Oct 15
2010 “Ku Mai Ka Hula” International Hula Competition Winners Announced
(Ms. Hula Maui 2010, Ashley Tamanaha. Photo By: Richard Marks Photo) During its fifth annual installment held on September 11, 2010,the Ku Mai Ka Hula International Hula Competition awarded Halau I Ka Wekiu -- under the direction of Kumu Hula Karl Veto Baker and Michael Lanakila Casupang -- with the Leianaikaroselaniomaui Award for excellence in dancing. Additionally, the … [Read more...] about 2010 “Ku Mai Ka Hula” International Hula Competition Winners Announced
Uluwehi Guerrero and Halau Hula Kauluokala at the MACC
Saturday (September 4), 7:30pm, Castle Theater, MACC, Kahului, $25/$30/$40 Over 100 dedicated hula dancers will take to the stage for a concert titled Na Mele O Ku‘u Pu‘uwai - Songs of my Heart, from kumu hula and recording artist Uluwehi Guerrero’s Halau Hula Kauluokala. Of course, Guerrero himself will put his powerful pipes to masterful use, performing selections from all … [Read more...] about Uluwehi Guerrero and Halau Hula Kauluokala at the MACC