November 4 - E aha ‘ia ana ‘o Mauna Kea (What is being done Mauna Kea?)
brings together Hawaiian mo‘ōlelo, contemporary dance, and music through the lens of māhū. The story of the snow goddess Poli‘ahu reflects themes such as the protect Mauna Kea and Aloha ‘Āina movements. This premier is made possible by the Leeward Theatre, the MAP fund, and the Native Arts & Cultures Foundation.
Poli'ahu, T'L Ku'uleiho'oheno'okeko'olau Tario
Kükahau'ula, Täne Aiu
Creative Director & Composer, T.J. Keanu Tario
Co-Creative Director, Choreography, Mareva Minerbi
Hula Dancer, Precious McInturff
Singer, Relle Reavis, and Jazzlyn Young
Kumu Hula, Ardis Gomes
Kumu Oli, Patrick Choy
Costume, Rocket Ahuna