At the turn of the 18th century, a Hawaiian boy on the island of Hawai‘i was orphaned by kanaka warriors embroiled in a power struggle. They killed his parents and infant brother, but spared him. At 10 years old, he wasn’t a threat. Later, after studying under his uncle, a priest, he took to the seas. Though he never returned to his ancestral homeland, his legacy lives on in … [Read more...] about My Name is ʻŌpūkahaʻia: Actor and playwright Moses Goods tells the story of the first Hawaiian Christian, a figure both hailed and decried for bringing Christianity to Hawai‘i
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‘Duke’ By Moses Goods at Maui Arts and Cultural Center
You'll want to see Duke by Moses Goods at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center this Friday, Nov. 25. Goods is an award-winning writer, storyteller and actor, and he'll portray Duke Paoa Kahanamoku in this one-man stage show. Duke remains a legend in Hawaii sports history, and this show will take attendees on a journey through some of his biggest life achievements. $28. 6pm. Maui … [Read more...] about ‘Duke’ By Moses Goods at Maui Arts and Cultural Center