Kumu Kahua is a theater that celebrates and examines life in Hawaii, showcasing some of the state's most talented actors, directors, playwrights and technicians. The theater stages plays about life in Hawaii, plays by Hawaiian playwrights, and plays for Hawaii's people. The 100-seat playhouse is an intimate affair, the perfect setting to watch world premieres by local playwrights such as Dennis Carroll, Lee Cataluna, Victoria Nalani Kneubuhl, Edward Sakamoto and Lee A. Tonouchi. Performances have included notable favorites such as "Ghosts in the Plague Year," "The Great Kaua'i Train Robbery" and "It's All Relative." Another unique aspect of the theater is that it encourages actors to use their natural local dialect or accent. Many of the plays are written in Hawaii Creole English. The theater promotes local talent by offering classes in acting and writing, as well as sponsoring an annual playwriting contest. Located in Honolulu, Kumu Kahua Theatre was founded in 1971.
Learn about the culture that encompasses the Hawaiian Islands as you explore the Polynesian Cultural Center. Enjoy a tour of gorgeous Oahu, experience an authentic luau, and see a breathtaking show of Polynesian dance, music, and storytelling. The Polynesian Cultural Center gives you the opportunity to discover the history and beauty of Hawaii.
Aloha! Enjoy the beauty of paradise in any of the State Parks of Hawaii. Choose to relax on the beautiful beaches, listening to the calmin ocean waves, or jump into the water and have fun sailing, swimming, or surfing. Take in gorgeous scenery and get in some exercise while hiking. You won't experience this scenery anywhere else. Your fun doesn't have to end when the sun sets. Spend the night underneath the stars listening to the ocean while camping. Discover hidden treasures one island at a time, Hawai'i, Kaua'k, Maui, Moloka'i, and O'ahu.