For information about the theater or any event, visit kahilutheatre.org or call 885-6868 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. SPECIAL TO WEST HAWAII TODAY ADVERTISING Few entertainers today are as accomplished or versatile as Ben Vereen. His
SPECIAL TO WEST HAWAII TODAY
Few entertainers today are as accomplished or versatile as Ben Vereen. His legendary performances transcend time and have been woven into the fabric of this country’s artistic legacy. Vereen will perform at 8 tonight at the Kahilu Theatre in Waimea.
His first love and passion is and always will be the stage. “The theater was my first training ground. It taught me discipline, dedication, appreciation of hard work and values that will stay with me a lifetime. The stage sharpens the creative instrument and encourages you to go deeper inside and try new things,” Vereen said.
On Broadway, Vereen has appeared in “Wicked,” “Fosse,” “I’m Not Rappaport,” “Hair,” “Jesus Christ Superstar,” “Pippin,” “Grind,” “Jelly’s Last Jam” and “A Christmas Carol.” His role in “Pippin” garnered him both a Tony Award and Drama Desk Award for “Best Actor in a Musical.”
Vereen and his band are currently touring his one-man shows, “Ben Sings a Tribute to Sammy Davis Jr. featuring the music of Sammy Davis Jr.” and “Brooklyn to Broadway” at top performing arts centers. He is also performing with symphonies around the country.
Ticket prices range from $25 to $65. In addition, Vereen’s appearance at the Kahilu Theatre has been sponsored by the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort and Spa.
The Kahilu Theatre Foundation is supported by the State Foundation for Culture and the Arts through appropriations from the state Legislature; by the National Endowment for the Arts; by the grants from various charitable foundations; Hawaii Tourism Authority; Hawaii County Department of Research and Development; and by individual and corporate donations.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid of service for effective communication or a modification of policies and procedures to participate at this event should contact the box office at 885-6868 as soon as possible.
For information about the theater or any event, visit kahilutheatre.org or call 885-6868 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.
