Cast of MTV’s ‘Are You the One?’ experiences Kona for the reality television show’s 7th season
KAILUA-KONA — The Kona coast is filled with a dramatic landscape of mountains and the Pacific Ocean — the perfect backdrop for a television show set in paradise.
Six new plays to take the stage at 25th annual Original Play Festival
KAILUA-KONA — For aspiring playwrights, finding a theater to produce their play is the most difficult hurdle to a successful career. Next weekend, six writers will have that opportunity to get their foot in the door.
There and back again: Waimea Community Theatre brings ‘The Hobbit’ to Kona
WAIMEA — The Waimea Community Theatre is leaving its hobbit hole in Kohala for an adventure around the Big Island.
Kona Dance and Performing Arts begins a new season with more space, annual kickoff
KAILUA-KONA — This year, Kona Dance and Performing Arts’ annual season kickoff is celebrating not just a new season, but a new space as well.
West Hawaii County Band’s strong past, traditions continue today
KAILUA-KONA — You’ve seen them at the Fourth of July and King Kamehameha Day parades. If there’s a community event, chances are they’ll be there. Like next week, when they’ll help open Kona’s famous, annual Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament.
On location: Hawaii Island the star of new film ‘Running for Grace’
KAILUA-KONA — Sometimes forgotten by the film industry in favor of the more populous Oahu or scenic Kauai, Hawaii Island is about to have its moment in the spotlight.
Annual festival offers high-level connections for aspiring songwriters
WAIMEA — The Hawaii Songwriting Festival is back on the Big Island, bringing in songwriters from around the world along with local talent.
Gold star: Award-winning musician Stef Mariani performing, showing short film at Gertrude’s Jazz Bar
KAILUA-KONA — Stef Mariani’s optimistic outlook on life shines through her music, and now through film.
Moving the earth: Kalani Pe’a performing at Aloha Puna benefit concert for Kilauea eruption victims
KAILUA-KONA — Hawaii Island musician Kalani Pe’a has many memories growing up on the east side of the island, an area that has been affected by the ongoing Kilauea volcanic eruption.
Flying into orbit: Casablanca Jazz Quartet’s ‘Moon Jazz’ a tribute to the space race
KAILUA-KONA — Going to the moon might not be a tangible dream for most people on Earth, but they can still celebrate the achievements of those that did decades ago.
Donation page, benefit concert set up as Keikilani Lindsey still in critical condition after car crash
KAILUA-KONA — Hawaii Island musician Keikilani Lindsey was seriously injured in a car crash on June 28, and is currently still in critical condition at a mainland hospital.
Giving student-athletes a boost
KAILUA-KONA — A former running back at Vanderbilt, Paul Morgan, traded in his football helmet and pads to sell insurance when he arrived in Kailua-Kona. While he is currently an agent with State Farm, Morgan’s love for football and helping student-athletes hasn’t diminished.
Tattoo artist Rockwood displays the other side of his art in Kailua-Kona gallery
KAILUA-KONA — A longtime Big Island resident, tattoo artist Rockwood is known more for working with ink than paint and canvas.
Laughter from life: Stand up comic Craig Shoemaker performing in Kailua-Kona
KAILUA-KONA — Even while on a family vacation, comedian and actor Craig Shoemaker can’t resist finding a way to work.
Curiouser and curiouser: Aloha Theatre brings ‘Wonderland’ to the stage with exclusive play
KAINALIU — Aloha Theatre has put its own spin on the classic story of Alice in Wonderland.
‘Spring Awakening’ musical turns dark topics into performance art
WAIMEA — While many people go to the theater to escape their problems, the Kahilu Theatre Youth Troupe wants audience members to confront those issues head on.
Pa’u queen, princesses present long-standing tradition at King Kamehameha Day parade
KAILUA-KONA — An established tradition of the annual King Kamehameha Day Celebration Parade, the equestrian units march down Alii Drive every year displaying their intricate and colorful pa’u and lei that they’ve spent weeks making.
Behind the lens: Photographer G. Brad Lewis captures wrath, beauty of Kilauea
KAILUA-KONA — When Kilauea comes alive with all its power, photographer G. Brad Lewis is there to capture it.
Lifetime achievement: Johnny Valentine continues performing music after decades of experience
KAILUA-KONA — Johnny Valentine had a natural talent for performing, even before he ever set foot on a stage.
Perfecting their craft: West Hawaii Dance Theatre dancers star in ballet ‘Cinderella’
KAILUA-KONA — Countless hours of behind-the-scenes prep work, dancing and rehearsals are at the heart of West Hawaii Dance Theatre’s latest production.
