Get In & Get Out | 5-1-15
FRIDAY, MAY 1
KAILUA-KONA
Ponchoman Kuanoni
Daylight Mind Coffee Co./9 AM-noon
Enjoy the ukulele melodies of PonchoMan Kuanoni while looking out over Kailua Bay.
More info: 990-4589
Johnny Shot Band
Laverne’s Sports Bar/6:30-10 PM
With an electrifying mix of high-energy rock &roll, R&B and popular dance music, the versatile Johnny Shot Band gets a crowd up and moving in no time.
More info: johnnyshot.com
APAC presents ‘Our Town’
Aloha Theatre, Kainaliu/7:30 PM
“Our Town” had its world premiere on Broadway at the Henry Miller Theatre on Feb. 4, 1938. Through the next two decades, author Thornton Wilder crafted his definitive version of “Our Town” that has become a mainstay at theaters everywhere and is the version that will be presented by APAC between April 17 and May 3.
More info: 322-9924
George Wit
Huggo’s on the Rocks/3-5 PM
Kona’s George Wit performs at this ocean side venue.
More info: 329-1493
Tomi Isobe with Hula Joy
Huggo’s On the Rocks/6-8 PM
Enjoy a performance by Tomi Isobe accompanied by Hula Joy.
More info: 769-5282
Pacific Fusion
Huggo’s on the Rocks/8:30 PM-midnight
Pacific Fusion plays on the shore of Oneo Bay at this venue.
More info: 329-1493
Bosco:
The Amazing One Man Band
Kona Inn Shopping Village/7-9 PM
Come check out the Bosco: The Amazing One Man Band in Kailua Village.
More info: 322-6604
‘Shrek The Musical Jr.’ performance
Kealakehe Intermediate School cafeteria/7 PM
Presale tickets are available for $5 for students and $8 general and a family pack is available for $20, which includes two student and two adult tickets. Tickets at the door are $6 students and $10 general admission.
Contact: N/A
SOUTH KOHALA
Girls’ Night Out
Blue Dragon Coastal Cuisine &Musiquarium/6:30-10 PM
This Hilo-based cover band plays everything from rock and blues to country, pop, funk, disco and more.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
Dagan Bernstein
Big Island Brewhaus/6-9 PM
Dagan Bernstein performs at this Waimea venue.
More info: 887-1717
CJ Conklin
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
Enjoy the acoustic sounds of CJ Conklin while overlooking Anaehoomalu Bay.
More info: 769-5282
Ninodem with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-7 PM
Enjoy the sounds of Ninodem featuring hula.
More info: 769-5282
John Cruz
Lava Lava Beach Club/7:30-9:30 PM
Musician John Cruz takes the stage at this oceanside venue.
More info: 769-5282
Lee Stewart
The Paniolo Country Inn/5-8 PM
Jazz pianist and vocalist Lee Stewart will take the stage for a weekly performance at the Waimea inn.
More info: 885-4377
Keiki hula
Kings’ Shops/6-7 PM
Keiki (children) take center stage at Kings’ Shop’ for a free hula performance.
More info: 886-8811
Pomai Brown
Kaunaoa Bar &Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Hawaiian slack key guitarist Pomai Brown takes the stage at Kaunaoa Bar &Grill overlooking the Kohala Coast with hula by Kauiki from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars
Kahilu Theatre/7 PM
Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars have risen like a phoenix out of the ashes of war and inflamed the passions of fans across the globe with their uplifting songs of hope, faith and joy. From their humble beginnings in West African refugee camps, Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars have performed on some of the world’s most prestigious stages and matured into one of Africa’s top touring and recording bands. Tickets: $66/$56/$46/$20.
More info: kahilutheatre.org
SATURDAY, MAY 2
KAILUA-KONA
Small Kine Action
Bongo Ben’s Cafe/6:30-9:30 PM
Enjoy the island groove of Small Kine Action at this Alii Drive venue.
More info: 329-9203
Johnny Shot Band
Huggo’s on the Rocks/8:30-11 PM
With an electrifying mix of high-energy rock &roll, R&B and popular dance music, the versatile Johnny Shot Band gets a crowd up and moving in no time.
More info: johnnyshot.com/329-1493
Kimberly June
Huggo’s on the Rocks/3-5 PM
Kimberly June, a singer-songwriter and guitarist, performs.
More info: 329-1493
Kevin Teves and Hula Joy
Huggo’s on the Rocks/6-8 PM
Hawaiian singer-songwriter and guitarist Kevin Teves performs. This performance features Hula Joy.
More info: 329-1493
Pacific Fusion
Huggo’s on the Rocks/ 8:30 PM to midnight
Pacific Fusion plays on the shore of Oneo Bay at this venue.
More info: 329-1493
APAC presents ‘Our Town’
Aloha Theatre, Kainaliu/7:30 PM
“Our Town” had its world premiere on Broadway at the Henry Miller Theatre on Feb. 4, 1938. Through the next two decades, author Thornton Wilder crafted his definitive version of “Our Town” that has become a mainstay at theaters everywhere and is the version that will be presented by APAC between April 17 and May 3.
More info: 322-9924
‘Shrek The Musical Jr.’ performance
Kealakehe Intermediate School cafeteria/7 PM
Presale tickets are available for $5 for students and $8 general and a family pack is available for $20, which includes two student and two adult tickets. Tickets at the door are $6 students and $10 general admission.
Contact: N/A
Bosco: The Amazing One Man Band
Kona Inn Shopping Village/7-9 PM
Come check out the Bosco: The Amazing One Man Band in Kailua Village.
More info: 322-6604
Lee Stewart
Amici’s Italian Restaurant/5-8 PM
Jazz pianist and vocalist Lee Stewart will take the stage for a twice-weekly performance at Amici’s.
More info: 322-9582
SOUTH KOHALA
Hanau Ke Alii hula drama
Kahilu Theatre/7 PM
Hanau Ke Alii is the life story of the renowned Warrior King Kamehameha the Great, illustrated through ancient storytelling, hula, chant and Hawaiian martial arts. Hanau Ke Alii is a composite of untold and unpublished stories of Kamehameha. These stories were collected from the elders of the Waimea/Kohala district who are lineal descendants of Kamehameha. Tickets: $35/$30/$25/$20.
More info: kahilutheatre.org
Walter Ward
Kaunaoa Bar &Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Guitarist Walter Ward performs at Kaunaoa Bar &Grill with hula by Tani from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
Logan Martin with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
Enjoy a performance by Logan Martin with hula while taking in the views and sunset along the South Kohala coast.
More info: 769-5282
Tomi Isobe Blues Band
Blue Dragon Coastal Cuisine &Musiquarium/6:30-10 PM
Working the blues southern style, this popular band combines shuffle and classic blues for dancing, as well as listening.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
Terry Secor with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Enjoy a performance by Terry Secor accompanied by hula by Miki.
More info: 769-5282
SUNDAY, MAY 3
KAILUA-KONA
LT Smooth
Huggo’s on the Rocks/3-6 PM
Grammy-nominated LT Smooth performs fronting Kailua Bay.
More info: 329-1493
LT Smooth &Bruce Collins
Huggo’s on the Rocks/6:30-10 PM
LT Smooth &Bruce Collins team up for guests.
More info: 329-1493
Konabob and Eke
Daylight Mind Coffee CO./6-8 PM
Konabob and Eke perform for an audience overlooking Kailua Bay in downtown Kailua-Kona.
More info: 345-2627
Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Come down and enjoy live music with the Greg Shirley Duo Sunday through Thursday nights overlooking Kamakahonu Bay.
More info: 331-6388
Ponchoman Kuanoni
Splashers/6-9 PM
Enjoy the ukulele melodies of PonchoMan Kuanoni in downtown Kailua-Kona.
More info: 990-4589
Sean Wilkinson
Don’s Mai Tai Bar at Royal Kona Resort/5-7 PM
After playing back up for big name entertainers for dozens of years, award-winning percussionist Sean Wilkinson ventured to Hawaii some 30 years ago and now brings his smooth, easy listening jazz sounds to Don’s Mai Tai Bar at Royal Kona Resort. Free admission.
More info: 930-3286
APAC presents ‘Our Town’
Aloha Theatre, Kainaliu/2:30 PM
“Our Town” had its world premiere on Broadway at the Henry Miller Theatre on Feb. 4, 1938. Through the next two decades, author Thornton Wilder crafted his definitive version of “Our Town” that has become a mainstay at theaters everywhere and is the version that will be presented by APAC between April 17 and May 3.
More info: 322-9924
SOUTH KOHALA
Gary Washburn
Blue Dragon Coastal Cuisine &Musiquarium/6-6:45 PM
Gary Washburn is a multi-talented and accomplished Jazz pianist whose repertoire includes standards and originals as well as contemporary selections. He is an arranger and published composer who has been renowned for over three decades for his innovative music education programs.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
Olliephonic Horns Big Band
Blue Dragon Coastal Cuisine &Musiquarium/7-9 PM
Created by famed LA studio musician Ollie Mitchell, The Olliephonic Horns is “The Big Island’s Little Big Band.” This 13-piece group performs the great tunes from the swing era, plus jazz favorites and original compositions. Piano music will be played from 6 to 6:45 p.m. followed by the big band from 7 to 9 p.m. $10 entertainment cover charge.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
CJ &TJ with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
CJ and TJ perform with hula.
More info: 769-5282
George Wit
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
Kona’s George Wit performs at this ocean side venue.
More info: 769-5282
Eddie Heaukulani
Kaunaoa Bar &Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Eddie Heaukulani performs at Kaunaoa Bar &Grill. Featuring hula by Hauoli from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
MONDAY, MAY 4
KAILUA-KONA
Melehuane and Keikilani Lindsey
Huggo’s On the Rocks/5-10 PM
Enjoy the smooth rhythms of Meleuhane and Keikilani Lindsey with hula by the keiki (children) overlooking Kailua Bay.
More info: 329-1493
Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Come down and enjoy live music with the Greg Shirley Duo Sunday through Thursday nights overlooking Kamakahonu Bay.
More info: 331-6388
SOUTH KOHALA
Kevin Teves with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Hawaiian singer-songwriter and guitarist Kevin Teves performs. Featuring hula.
More info: 769-5282
Pomai Brown
Kaunaoa Bar &Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Hawaiian slack key guitarist Pomai Brown takes the stage at Kaunaoa Bar &Grill overlooking the Kohala Coast with hula by Kauiki from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
TUESDAY, MAY 5
KAILUA-KONA
Kevin Teves
Huggo’s On the Rocks/5-9 PM
Hawaiian singer-songwriter and guitarist Kevin Teves performs with hula by Hula Ianeki.
More info: 329-1493
Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Come down and enjoy live music with the Greg Shirley Duo Sunday through Thursday nights overlooking Kamakahonu Bay.
More info: 331-6388
Halau Na Kupuna o Kona Alii
Kona Coast Shopping Center/ 10:30 AM-noon
Enjoy a free hula performance by Halau Na Kupuna o Kona Alii.
More info: krystal@colliershawaii.com
Royal Ballet of London Live
in HD “La Fille Mal Gardee”
Makalapua Stadium Cinemas/7 PM
Frederick Ashton’s choreography brings to life the story of “The Wayward Daughter” who doesn’t want to marry the suitor her mother has picked out for her. This ballet brings to a close the Royal Ballet’s Live in HD season 2014-2015. Tickets can be purchased in advance from the box office.
More info: 329-7133
SOUTH KOHALA
John Keawe
Kings’ Shops/7-8:45 PM
Grammy and multiple Na Hoku Hanohano award-winning slack key guitarist, composer and recording artist John Keawe takes the stage.
More info: 886-8811
Pomai Nephi Brown
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Hawaiian slack key guitarist Pomai Brown takes the stage with hula.
More info: 769-5282
Marcus Wong Yuen
Kaunaoa Bar &Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Marcus Wong Yuen takes the stage at Kaunaoa Bar &Grill. Featuring hula by Hauoli from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
Leche de Tigre
Big Island Brewhaus/6-9 PM
Leche de Tigre performs at this Waimea venue.
More info: 887-1717
WEDNESDAY, MAY 6
KAILUA-KONA
Brian Piikea Vasquez
Huggo’s on the Rocks/5-10 PM
Check out Brian Piikea Vasquez rockin’ da uke. Featuring Hula Joy.
More info: 329-1493
Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Come down and enjoy live music with the Greg Shirley Duo Sunday through Thursday nights overlooking Kamakahonu Bay.
More info: 331-6388
Lee Stewart
Amici’s Italian Restaurant/5-8 PM
Jazz pianist and vocalist Lee Stewart will take the stage for a twice-weekly performance at Amici’s.
More info: 322-9582
Eke Kekauoha
Kona Sunset Farmers Market (Kmart parking lot)/2:30-5:30 PM
Onolicious music by Eke Kekauoha for everyone, young and old. Enjoy a sunset view, violin, ukelele, and vocals in the same place at the same time.
More info: Zarin 895-8665
SOUTH KOHALA
Logan Martin with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Enjoy a performance by Logan Martin with hula while taking in the views and sunset along the South Kohala coast.
More info: 769-5282
Pomai Brown
Kaunaoa Bar &Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Hawaiian slack key guitarist Pomai Brown takes the stage at Kaunaoa Bar &Grill overlooking the Kohala Coast with hula by Kauiki from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
Kahualanui — The kings’ of Hawaiian swing
Kings’ Shops/7-8:45 PM
Groove to the best of Hawaiian swing music by this Grammy-nominated group.
More info: 886-8811
THURSDAY, MAY 7
KAILUA-KONA
Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Come down and enjoy live music with the Greg Shirley Duo Sunday through Thursday nights overlooking Kamakahonu Bay.
More info: 331-6388
Small Kine Action
Bongo Ben’s Cafe/6:30-9:30 PM
Enjoy the island groove of Small Kine Action at this Alii Drive venue.
More info: 329-9203
Brian Piikea Vasquez
Huggo’s on the Rocks/5-10 PM
Check out Brian Piikea Vasquez rockin’ da uke. Featuring Hula Joy.
More info: 329-1493
SOUTH KOHALA
Open Mic Night at Big Island Brewhaus
Big Island Brewhaus/6-9
Open mic night at this Waimea venue.
More info: 887-1717
Kai Hoopii
Blue Dragon Coastal Cuisine &Musiquarium/6-9:30 PM
A rare treat, this award-winning performer sings leo kiekie style (falsetto), continuing his musical family’s heritage.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
Kevin Teves with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Hawaiian singer-songwriter and guitarist Kevin Teves performs. Featuring hula.
More info: 769-5282
Uncle Uke
Kings’ Shops/7-8:45 PM
Listen to the beautiful sounds by Robert Yates, local musician and author.
More info: 886-8811
Ken Lara
Kaunaoa Bar &Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Ken Lara performs guitar with hula by Kawai from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
