Waimea Community Chorus – “Angels We Have Heard”
Saturday & Sunday, December 13 & 14:
Waimea Community Chorus – “Angels We Have Heard”. Celebrate the Christmas season with selections from classical music, traditional carols, and contemporary Christmas favorites. The 60-voice chorus will be accompanied by a 14-piece mini-orchestra. Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela. Saturday, 7 p.m. Sunday, 3 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 885-6868 or visit www.kahilutheatre.org.
Hula Kahiko Informance: Po`o Kumu Huihui Mossman with Ka `Umeke Ka`eo Public Charter School
Saturday, December 13:
Hula Kahiko Informance: Po`o Kumu Huihui Mossman with Ka `Umeke Ka`eo Public Charter School. Hula halau perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, located just a short walking distance from the Volcano Art Gallery. 10:30 a.m. Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mat. The event is free, park fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.
Kailua-Kona Christmas Parade
Saturday, December 13:
Kailua-Kona Christmas Parade. Parade starts at 5 p.m. at the Kona Pool and Gym, just north of Ka`iwi Street on Kuakini Hwy. The parade route goes down Kuakini to Palani and along Ali`i Drive to Walua Road just past Coconut Grove Marketplace. A spectacular event, with lots of kids in the parade, plus beautiful decorations, and many decorated dogs. For information call (808) 345-2108 or visit www.paradesinkona.com.
MAPA’s Nutcracker Sweets
Saturday, December 13:
MAPA’s Nutcracker Sweets. A delightful family-friendly production of the treasured classic featuring 150 MAPA students. With sumptuous costumes and inspired choreography set to the timeless Tchaikovsky score, Nutcracker Sweets is a must-see event for all ages. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. Two shows – 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.
Grammy Legend Thelma Houston
Saturday, December 13:
Grammy Legend Thelma Houston. Ms. Houston will perform seasonal songs as well as her greatest hits from the disco era, such as ‘Don’t Leave Me This Way’ and ‘If It’s The Last Thing That I do.’ Opening for Ms. Houston will be Maui’s own, Shea Derrick. Maui Theatre, 878 Front Street, Lahaina. 7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 446-0549 or visit www.mauipride.org.