Friday, Sunday, and Tuesday, January 27, 29 & 31:
Hawai`i Opera Theatre (HOT) Presents Previn’s A Streetcar Named Desire.  Set in New Orleans in the 1940s, Blanche DuBois arrives at the home of her sister, Stella, and husband, Stanley Kowalski after suffering the loss of her ancestral home and job. Skeptical of the story, Stanley grows infuriated by Blanche losing his wife’s birthright, and sets out to reveal the truth behind the circumstance. The conflict between the two unfolds with tragic and violent consequences. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. Friday, 8 p.m.; Sunday 4 p.m.; Tuesday, 7 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 596-7858 or visit http://www.hawaiiopera.org/.

Friday – Sunday, January 27 – 29:
The Fabulous Music of Cole Porter.  Kaua`i Voices, the island’s highly popular 40+-member auditioned choral ensemble, presents an evening of songs by the incomparable Cole Porter. Ranging from swing to Broadway and spiritual to jazz, the concert repertoire features some of Porter’s well-known favorites, including Anything Goes, Too Darn Hot, You’re The Top, It’s De-Lovely, Begin the Beguine, Well, Did You Evah,  and many, many more.  St. Michael’s Church, 4364 Hardy St., Lihue.  Friday & Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 3 p.m.  For tickets and information call (800) 838-3006 or visit http://www.kauaivoices.org/.

Friday & Saturday, January 27 & 28:
He Lei Hiwa No `Iolani Luahine 2017 – Hula Festival and Educational Challenge.  The festival was established in 2003 with a vision to perpetuate the hula, and it also serves as a way to honor the memory of `Iolani Luahine and her contributions to the preservation of hula and Hawaiian culture. The event will include hula workshops by renowned Hawaiian Kumu Hula, Ni`ihau shell jewelry-making workshops, and more. Admission is free. Donations will be gratefully accepted to support the festival.  Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa at Keauhou Bay, 77-, 78-128 Ehukai St, Kailua-Kona.  For registration, schedule and information visit www.iolaniluahinefestival.org. For more info, email administrator@nawaiiwiola.org.

Thursday, January 27: 
Hawaiian Music Series.  Relax under the stars and enjoy a free concert featuring local musicians. Chairs are limited and blankets, mats, and low beach chairs are welcome. The Baldwin Home Museum is located in the heart of Lahaina, on the corner of Front and Dickenson Streets, Lahaina. 6 to 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 661-3262 or visit http://lahainarestoration.org/.