‘One ballad opera ‘bout dat famous kine guy’
Auditions for the 2019 Shakespeare in the Park festival are today through Monday at the East Hawai’i Cultural Center at 141 Kalakaua St. in Hilo.
“Hamlet” auditions: 9 a.m. to noon today and 3-6 p.m. Sunday. “Hamajang Hamlet” (Kid-Shakes) auditions: 4-7 p.m. today and 5-9 p.m. Monday.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the stated start time of the audition. All ages and experience levels welcome. Auditions will consist of cold scene readings, improvisation, and movement activities. Info: Cathy McPherson-Tampos at 936-7961.
Billed as “one ballad opera ‘bout dat famous kine guy,” the Summer 2019’s Kid Shakes production in Kalakaua Park will be a Pidgin English version of Hamlet. The spoof is designed with a local-style flair, including songs sung by surfers, tourists from L.A., and an array of sea creatures who like living “under the sea.”
Summer swimming lessons open
Summer registration for swimming lesons is now open! Be sure to register early as classes may fill quickly due to Kona Pool being shut down for the summer. Info: https://www.hawaiiswimming.org.