MEDIA RELEASE

The Honolulu Theatre for Youth is currently presenting a special performance of “Keiko and Louie: Best Best Friends (Mostly),” a play created by Daniel A. Kelin, II, through March 25 at selected public libraries statewide, including five Big Island libraries. Admission is free.

“Keiko and Louie,” a story about the trials and tribulations of friendship, was recently performed at Maui public libraries, and is also scheduled for performances at public libraries on Kauai and Oahu.

In the storyline, Louie needs a friend. Keiko loves to make friends. When Louie and Keiko find each other, they also discover the ups and downs, the fun and trouble of friendship.

The “Keiko and Louie” performances are sponsored by a major grant from the Friends of the Library of Hawaii, Marriott Resorts Hawaii, Ko Olina Resort & Marina, HMS Host, Meadow Gold Dairies, and Hawaiian Telcom, with additional funding provided by the National Endowment for the Arts. In addition, the City and County of Honolulu is providing funding support for Oahu library performances.

The 30-minute interactive play combines humor, movement and participation to engage young audiences directly in the performance. It is recommended for ages 3 and older. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

See “Keiko and Louie: Best Best Friends (Mostly),” from February 2 – 12 at the following five Big Island public libraries:

• February 2, noon at Hilo Public Library (300 Waianuenue Avenue; telephone 933-8888)
• February 4, 1:15 p.m. at Laupahoehoe Public & School Library (35-2065 Old Mamalahoa Highway; telephone: 962-2229)
• February 9, 3 p.m. at Kealakekua Public Library (81-6300 Mamalahoa Highway; telephone: 323-7585)
• February 11, 12:30 p.m. at Kailua-Kona Public Library (75-138 Hualalai Road; telephone: 327-4327)
• February 12, 10 a.m. at Bond Memorial Public Library (54-3903 Akoni Pule Highway; telephone: 889-6655)

Visit the HSPLS website: www.librarieshawaii.org for a complete listing of performances. Call the hosting Big Island library as soon as possible if a sign language interpreter or other special accommodation is needed, or for more information. Program schedules are subject to change.