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Hawaii’s best halau, groups and soloists, shine on stage at Waikoloa Bowl at Queens’ Gardens competing for top honors in ancient hula kahiko and modern hula ‘auana.

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MEDIA RELEASE Moku O Keawe International Festival returns Nov. 4-7 with cultural workshops, international hula halau, and the opportunity to see Kumu Hula O’Brian Eselu and the men of Ke Kai O Kahiki on the big stage at Waikoloa Bowl. The fifth annual comprehensive, colorful and creative celebration of hula takes place Nov. 4-7 at […]

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Enjoy an evening of Hawaiian hula and music with Haunani’s Aloha Expressions at the Kilauea Visitor Center in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park.

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MEDIA RELEASE The Moku O Keawe Foundation is pleased to announce Advisory Board Member Kuhao Zane has won the 2010 Na Hoku Hanohano Award for Graphics, for his work on the album “Polinahe,” by Lorna Lim (Palm Records). The title track from Lim’s CD also won Song of the Year, at the Awards presentation by […]

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Kumu O’Brian Eselu wins Lokalia Montgomery Perpetual Trophy for second straight year; says he’ll be back next year

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The Royal Court watches the 2010 Merrie Monarch Royal Parade in Hilo, Hawaii Saturday (April 10). Photographs of the parade.

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Hula skills centerstage at the world’s premier hula showcase in Hilo

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Karin Stanton | Hawaii 24/7 Contributing Editor Mahealani Mika Hirao-Solem was crowned Miss Aloha Hula 2010 on Thursday at the Merrie Monarch Festival. With 1,082 points, she was recognized for her confidence and comfortable manner on stage. Hirao-Solem, 24, of Oahu’s Hula Halau O Kamuela, also was praised for her immaculate costumes and bright smile. […]

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MEDIA RELEASE The world’s premier festival celebrating hula – the Merrie Monarch Festival – now has a world-class Web site showcasing its culture, people and artistry for fans of hula worldwide. The Merrie Monarch Festival begins this week with the legendary, sold-out hula competition taking place April 8-10 at Edith Kanakaole Tennis Stadium in Hilo. […]

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The Merrie Monarch Festival runs from April 4-10 in Hilo, Hawaii. The schedule includes a Hoolaulea, arts & crafts, a parade and of course dancing.

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Members of Beamer-Solomon Halau O Poohala perform during kahiko competition for the 2009 Moku O Keawe International Hula Festival at Waikoloa Bowl Thursday (Nov 5).

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MEDIA RELEASE For the fourth year in a row, the Moku O Keawe International Festival presents an immersive celebration of hula and related arts at the Waikoloa Beach Resort.  The cultural and educational festival offers kamaaina, visitors and international participants four days of entertainment and experiences embracing Hawaii’s best-loved art form — in competition, concerts […]

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In a special appearance under the stars, Ms. Amy Hānaiali‘i performs her special blend of Hawaiian music Sunday, November 8 in the Waikoloa Bowl at Queens’ Gardens, as part of the Moku O Keawe International Festival. Her concert caps off the celebration of hula and related arts during “Hō‘ike,” a traditional presentation, where the Festival’s […]

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MEDIA RELEASE KOHALA COAST— Queens’ MarketPlace celebrates the time-honored tradition of May Day, Lei Day in Hawaii, on Friday, May 1, 2009. Keiki to kupuna, visitors and residents alike can enjoy the world of lei-making, watch keiki hula and ukulele performances, admire professional lei contest entries, experience various lei demonstrations. You can even shop for […]

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