Playing right here She's everywhere! She's everywhere! Just call 2002 the year of Lee Cataluna, who skips from one theater company to another, with three new comedies and musicals debuting late in the 2001-2002 theater season.
There's something for everyone
who wants to add a little
drama to their livesStar-Bulletin
Look for her adaptation of Sandi Takayama's "The Musubi Man," to be staged by Honolulu Theatre for Youth in April; a new comedy, "Super Secret Squad," to be presented by Kumu Kahua in June; and a musical, "You Somebody," to be produced by Diamond Head Theatre in July.
Anther local writer represented at Kumu Kahua is Gary Pak, whose novel "A Ricepaper Airplane" has been adapted for stage.
Look for a lot of blockbuster musicals, including DHT's Hawaii premieres of "Jekyll & Hyde" and "Titanic" and Manoa Valley Theatre's production of "Smokey Joe's Cafe."
A younger generation of theater-goers will be treated to HTY's rap and deejay version of Shakespeare's "Othello" in February.
The Actors Group and Kumu Kahua continue to bring a little edge to the season through productions such as Chay Yew's "A Language of Their Own" and "To the Last Hawaiian Soldier" (Kumu Kahua) and "Equus" (TAG). The University of Hawaii students will stage an ambitious Beijing opera, "Judge Bao and the Case of Qin Xianglian," with guidance from the Jiangsu Province Beijing Opera Company.
TAG reprises last season's favorite, "Harvey," while MVT follows "Sisters Matsumoto" with another Philip Kan Gotanda work, "The Wash."
September
"The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds," TAG -- Daughters of an alcoholic woman develop very different coping mechanisms. Guest-directed by David Schaeffer. At 7:30 p.m. Thursdays to Saturday and 4 p.m. Sundays to Sept. 9. Tickets: $10."My Fair Lady," ACT -- Crotchety professor Henry Higgins, England's leading phoneticist, bets his associate Col. Pickering that he can turn the Cockney "guttersnipe" Eliza Doolittle into a lady simply by improving her diction. Features the timeless music of Frederick Loewe. Sept. 6, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22. Tickets: $12 and $15 for adults, $6 and $8 for kids.
"The Clown of God," UH -- An itinerant street juggler discovers his gift for juggling and joins a traveling troupe, resulting in a profound miracle. At 7:30 p.m. Sept. 7 and 8, 2 p.m. Sept. 8 and 9 at Earle Ernst Lab Theatre. Tickets go on sale Sept. 4 at $9 general; $7 students, seniors, military, UH staff and kids; and $3 UH students with fall ID.
"Smokey Joe's Cafe," MVT -- This "must-see/must-hear" musical by songwriters Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller takes audiences on a journey to a golden age of American culture. Featured will be nearly 40 of the most popular rock 'n' roll songs of the '50s and early '60s. A 1996 Grammy Award winner for best musical. Sept. 5-23.
"A Language of Their Own," Kumu Kahua -- This play by Chay Yew is about two gay Asian-American men who seem made for each other one breaks off the relationship after testing positive for HIV. Although both grieve, neither can find a way to reunite. Yew is director of the Asian Theatre Workshop at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles and artistic director of the Northwest Asian American Theatre/The Black Box in Seattle. Sept. 6 to Oct. 7.
"Winnie the Pooh," HTY -- Music abounds as Pooh, Piglet, Rabbit, Eeyore and the rest of A.A. Milne's characters spring to life in this combination of stories in which Pooh worries about Heffalumps, Kanga and Roo come to the forest, Eeyore loses his tail, Piglet gets a bath and Rabbit learns to apologize. Mark Lutwak directs. For ages 4 and up. At 1:30 and 4:30 p.m. Sept. 8, 15, 23 and 29 at Leeward Community College Theatre."Two on a Torch," TAG -- Allen Gelfius and Ruthann de la Vega ponder the imponderable facets of their lives while singing songs to commit suicide by. Sept. 14-18.
"Woman Far Walking" -- A new play by award-winning Maori author Witi Ihimaera promises a chicken-skin connection with the Hawaiian cultural struggle. Presented by Tim Bostock. At 8 p.m. Sept. 21 and 22 at Leeward Community College Theater. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Performances also will be held at Kauai Community College, Maui Arts & Cultural Center and the Palace Theatre, Hilo.
"Jekyll & Hyde," DHT -- Just released after a four-year run on Broadway, this musical about Dr. Henry Jekyll and his murderous alter ego, Edward Hyde, presents the classic battle between good and evil. Contains a lush, romantic pop score by Frank Wildhorn with lyrics by Leslie Bricusse. Stars Laurence Paxton, with guest director Jade Stice, who toured nationally with "Jekyll & Hyde." At 8 p.m. Thursdays to Saturdays, 4 p.m. Sundays, Sept. 14-30.
October
"Much Ado About Nothing," UH -- Two of Shakespeare's most endearing and spirited lovers are at the heart of this comedy. Beatrice and Benedick tangle and skirmish in a ferocious game of love. Contrasting them are the sweet and romantic Claudio and Hero. Both couples fall victim to deception but with faith, love and truth rise above all. Directed by Terence Knapp. At 8 p.m. Oct. 5, 6, 11, 13; and 2 p.m. Oct. 14. Tickets on sale Sept. 24, at $12 general; $9 seniors, military, UH staff; $7 non-UH students; $4 UH students with fall ID."Edmond," UH -- In David Mamet's Obie award-winning play, an emotionally drained antihero is seduced by a fortuneteller into believing he is special and drawn by destiny. In a downward spiral of sex and violence, he finds redemption. At 11 p.m. Oct. 6, 12, 13; and 8 p.m. Oct. 7 at Earle Ernst Lab Theatre. Tickets: $7 general; $6 students, seniors, military, UH staff; $3 UH students with fall ID.
"Beauty & the Beast," HTY -- Bret Fetzer's version promises to preserve the romance and deliciously creepy magic of the original while bringing out modern observations about double standards of appearance. For ages 7 and up. At 1:30 and 4:30 p.m. Oct. 13, 20 and 27 at Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter."Equus," TAG -- Peter Shaffer's award-winning "whydunnit" explores a psychiatrist's attempt to understand a young English stable boy who has committed a shocking act of violence. Part detective story, part psychological thriller. Directed by Brad Powell. Oct. 17 to Nov. 11.
"The Flying Fruit Fly Circus" -- Hailing from the Albury Wodonga, Australia, the circus -- comprising performers ages 8 to 18 -- performed in the opening ceremony for the Sydney Olympic Games. They've been described as "dazzling" and "rapid-fire" by the press. Presented by Tim Bostock at Hawaii Theatre, at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 18 and 19, and 2 and 8 p.m. Oct. 20 and 21. Tickets $15 to $45.
November
Marcel Marceau -- One of the greatest living legends of the stage returns at age 78 after a 15-year absence from live theater. The San Francisco Chronicle called him "the essence of theatre and the soul of dance." Presented by Tim Bostock. At 7:30 p.m. Nov. 1 and 2 at the Neal Blaisdell Concert Hall. Marceau will also travel to the Big Island's Kahilu Theater Nov. 4 and Maui Arts & Cultural Center Nov. 8. Tickets $25 to $60."Olo Ka Lau," Kumu Kahua -- Drama by Kimo Armitage tells the story of two Hawaiian brothers, one with an illness with no known cure. Their dilemma is whether to believe in the old ways -- chants and healing rituals -- or the new methods practiced at high-tech hospitals and through over-the-counter drug prescriptions. Winner of the 1997 Kumu Kahua/UH Theatre Department Playwriting Contest, it ultimately is a story about loss. Nov. 8 to Dec. 9.
"James Joyce's The Dead," HPU -- This 2000 Tony Award-winning musical is adapted from the classic James Joyce short story about characters in turn-of-the-20th-century Dublin. It revolves around an annual Christmas party where three generations gather. Nov. 9 to Dec. 9.
"Karmic Slave: Trapped on the Wheel of Reincarnation," UH -- Adolf Hitler. A pot of flowers. A samurai's duel to death. What single thread unites these incarnations in time? "Karmic Slave" explores a soul's trek to Nirvana and obstacles that hold the soul back. At 11 p.m. Nov. 9, 10, 16 and 17 in Earle Ernst Lab Theatre. Tickets: $7 general; $6 students, seniors, military, UH staff; $3 UH students with fall ID."The Wash," MVT -- Torn between what their Japanese upbringing demands of them and the happiness their American sense of self-fulfillment urges them to pursue, a husband and wife married for 40 years struggle to come to terms with a decision to part ways. Nov. 14 to Dec. 2.
"Annual Dance Concert," UH -- With choreography by UH dance faculty and guest artists and UHM student performances in a multimedia experience accompanied by live camera work, computer-animated characters and video projections that dancers will interact with. The audience may become part of the action as well. Guest artist Ellen Bromberg from the University of Utah will create a piece for the dancers. Performances at 8 p.m. Nov. 16 and 17, and 2 p.m. Nov. 18. Tickets on sale Nov. 5, at $12 general; $9 seniors, military, UH staff; $7 non-UH students; $4 UH students with fall ID.
"Sayonara," ACT -- Maj. Ace Gruver is the pride of West Point, a jet pilot engaged to a general's daughter, but he loses his heart to Hana-ori, star of Japan's all-female Takarazuka Theatre. Their forbidden passion unfolds in Japan during the Korean War. Adapted by William Luce from the novel by James A. Michener. Nov. 16, 17, 18, 22, 24, 25, 30, Dec. 1 and 2.
"Theatrefest 2001," HTY -- Every year, HTY selects the best of the plays written by young playwrights in the Pacific Young Playwrights program to produce. Theatrefest 2001 will also feature the newest play by award-winner Robert Rath. For ages 10 and up. At 7:30 p.m. Nov. 16 and 17 at Tenney Theatre, St. Andrew's Cathedral.
"Master and Margarita," UH -- A mysterious professor, his wisecracking cat and other colorful cronies visit Stalin's Moscow to wreak hilarious surreal havoc on the lives of bureaucrats, writers and critics, while at a Satanic masked ball, a bored housewife named Margarita searches for her lover known as "Master." This play explores the artist's search for free expression in an oppressive society. At 8 p.m. Nov. 28, 29, 30 and Dec. 1; 2 p.m. Dec. 2 at Earle Ernst Lab Theatre. Tickets go on sale Nov. 26, at $9 general; $7 students, seniors, military, UH staff and keiki; $3 UH students with fall ID.
"Annie," DHT -- Based on the comic strip "Little Orphan Annie," Annie is caught in an orphanage run by the formidable Mrs. Hannigan. Annie, convinced that her parents are alive and looking for her, tries to escape only to be captured and returned to Hannigan. Fate intervenes when wealthy Oliver Warbucks discovers Annie. A winner of seven Tony Awards, a Grammy for best cast album and the N.Y. Drama Critic's Circle Award for best musical. Filled with well-known tunes such as "Tomorrow" and "It's the Hard-knock Life." Nov. 30 to Dec. 16.
December
"Christmas Talk Story," HTY -- Last year's production was such a hit that the company is trying to develop it further. This year's "Christmas Talk Story" will be an all-new collection of holiday stories and songs. For ages 6 and up. At 2:30, 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1, 8 and 15 at Tenney Theatre, St. Andrew's Cathedral."Robert Fulgham's Uh Oh, Here Comes Christmas!" UH -- This show covers many silly and heartwarming holiday stories from the best-selling author of "All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten." At 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14 and 15; and 2 p.m. Dec. 15 and 16 at Earle Ernst Lab Theatre. Tickets on sale Dec. 10, at $9 general; $7 students, seniors, military, UH staff and keiki; $3 UH students with fall ID.
"Slava's Snowshow" -- Finally, it will be snowing in Honolulu again with the encore presentation of "Slava's Snowshow." The spectacular clowning Cirque du Soleil-style show from Russia will be at the Hawaii Theatre. Presented by Tim Bostock. At 8 p.m. with 2 p.m. matinees Dec. 20-30. Tickets: $25 to $55.
January
"Over the River and Through the Woods," MVT -- Another comedic work by Joe DiPietro, who created last season's hit "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change." "Over the River" is a family comedy about a single, Italian-American guy from New Jersey who is offered a dream job that would move him far away from his meddling grandparents. Their scheme to keep him around includes using the lovely Caitlin O'Hare as bait. Jan. 9-27."The Insanity Case of Mrs. A. Lincoln," TAG -- Mary Todd Lincoln was devastated by the assassination of her husband and became somewhat eccentric, embarrassing her son, who was concerned about the image of the Lincoln presidency. He commits her to a sanitarium, and this drama shows her effort to escape her predicament. Directed by Brad Powell. Jan. 9-27.
"To the Last Hawaiian Soldier," Kumu Kahua -- This drama by Sean T.C. O'Malley juxtaposes the 19th-century tale of Robert Wilcox, King David Kalakaua and his sister Queen Lili'uokalani in the days before the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy with a contemporary story about a young Hawaiian man, frustrated by a lack of progress in the sovereignty movement, who is driven to an act of terrorism, bringing to question the use of violence as a means of achieving idealistic ends. Jan. 10 through Feb. 10.
"Blithe Spirit," DHT -- A smash comedy hit on both Broadway and London stages, this ghostly tale of love and the supernatural starts with a lady medium, a seance and a mischievous spirit. "Blithe Spirit" shows playwright Noel Coward at his best. Jan. 25 to Feb. 10.
February
"La Traviata," HOT -- In 1850s Paris, the courtesan Violetta falls in love with the well-bred Alfredo. They begin a quiet life together in the countryside, but Alfredo's father, Giorgio, calls on Violetta while his son is away. With questionable motives, he convinces Violetta that for the sake of Alfredo's reputation, she must leave him. By the time the truth comes out in this Verdi classic, it is too late for the lovers. Feb. 1, 3 and 5."Judge Bao and the Case of Qin Xianglian," UH -- In ancient China a young man excels in the examinations for national office and wins the hand of the emperor's younger sister in marriage. But he's already married to the country woman Qin Xianglian, and they are the parents of two. When news of their existence threatens his imperial position, he decides the best solution would be murder. At 8 p.m. Feb. 8, 9, 13, 14, 15 and 16; and 2 p.m. Feb. 17. Tickets go on sale Jan. 28, at $15 general; $12 seniors, military, UH staff; $9 non-UH students; $4 UH students with spring ID.
"Othello," HTY -- Y York was commissioned to work with local DJ Jedi to develop a new version of Shakespeare's classic tale of jealousy and intrigue that uses three rapping actors, a deejay and turntables. This hip-hop version of Othello promises to bring Shakespeare's tragedy to today's youth as living, vital important poetry and drama. Recommended for 10 and up. At 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 9, 16 and 23 at Tenney Theatre, St. Andrew's Cathedral.
"Salome," HOT -- In 1903, Richard Strauss produced "Salome," his first operatic hit, in which the local ruler, Herod, is hosting a wild party. His stepdaughter, Salome, escapes for a breath of air and discovers the imprisoned John the Baptist. She falls in love with the tortured John and is stunned when he rejects her advances. When she is ordered to perform the erotic Dance of the Seven Veils, Salome will only do so in exchange for John's head on a platter. Feb. 15, 17 and 19.
"Flower Drum Song," ACT -- In San Francisco's Chinatown of the late '50s, nightclub owner Sammy Fong's traditional family has ordered him a picture bride from China, hoping to end his pursuit of a dancer. When the demure Mei Li arrives, it's clear that she's the wrong gal for the assimilated Sammy, in this age-old conflict between generations and between tradition and modern ways. Music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. Feb. 28 and March 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 and 16.
March
"Carmen," HOT -- The gypsy Carmen works in a cigarette factory in Seville of the early 1800s. In the town square she spies Don Jose and decides to win his heart. After being arrested for instigating a fight, she uses her charms to persuade Don Jose to let her escape, an act that lands him in jail. Don Jose falls under the gypsy's spell, leaving everything else behind. As Jose's life crumbles, Carmen tires of him and turns her attention toward toreador Escamillo. In the end there is a bullfight, rage and murder. March 1, 3, 5 and 7."Wondrous Tales of Old Japan," HTY -- Fantastic kabuki costumes, props and sets are used to present "The Story of Urashimataro," a Rip Van Winkle tale of a fisherman who befriends a turtle and falls in love with the Dragon King's Daughter; "Yuki Onna, the Snow Woman," a scary story of a snow and ice demon; and "Momotaro, the Peach Boy," about a boy and his animal friends who defeat a band of ogres. Playwright David Furumoto is a former HTY company member who is an award-winning actor, director and playwright recognized as one of the foremost American experts on kabuki and other forms of Asian drama. For ages 7 and up. At 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. March 2, 9, 16 and 23 at a location to be announced.
"Harvey," TAG -- Honolulu audiences loved Mary Chase's Pulitzer Prize-winning play so much this year that the company is bringing it back. The gentle comedy is about Elwood P. Dowd, whose best friend is a 6-foot rabbit, Harvey, whom no one else can see. Elwood's sister, Veta Louise the socialite, wants to put him away in a sanitarium, but they wind up committing her instead, and lots of wackiness ensues. March 6 to 24.
"Song of Singapore," MVT -- Demolishing the imaginary fourth wall with comedy, this production brings environmental theater to a new level. This daft parody of movies like "Casablanca" weaves a web of stolen jewels, a torch singer whose lost memory holds the key to a great mystery, a sinister dragon lady, corrupt police and nonstop funny business, accompanied by a swing-era score. March 6 to 24.
"A Ricepaper Airplane," Kumu Kahua -- In Gary Pak's story, adapted for the stage by John Wat and Keith Kashiwada, Kim Sung Wha is a dying man piecing together the story of his life for his nephew. As the old man drifts in and out of consciousness, he tells of his days working on a sugar plantation, his Korean homeland and his dream of building an airplane with a broken-down bicycle, bamboo and rice paper which he would use to fly home. March 14 to April 14.
"Crimes of the Heart," UH -- Set in a small Mississippi town, this Pulitzer Prize and New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards winner examines the plight of three sisters in their 20s who are betrayed by their passions. Playwright Beth Henley probes her characters to provide laughs in the face of adversity, but ultimately it is a story of how the young women escape the past and seize the future. At 8 p.m. March 15, 16, 21, 22 and 23; and 2 p.m. March 17. Tickets go on sale March 4, at $12 general; $9 seniors, military, UH staff; $7 non-UH students; $4 UH students with spring ID.
"Mame," DHT -- The life-loving, indomitable Mame ministers to her orphaned nephew, Patrick, with mixed results in this high-spirited musical that follows her adventures from riches to rags and back. March 22 to April 7.
April
"You Can't Take It With You," HPU -- The eccentric Sycamore family prepares to meet the stuffy Mr. and Mrs. Kirby, parents of their youngest daughter's fiance. What would happen if the Kirbys show up on the wrong night? April 5 to May 5."Eco Circus," UH -- Three children travel to a magical land where a circus is performed by endangered animals. Through their interaction with the animals, the children learn that everyone can make a difference in saving our planet and its vanishing inhabitants. Presented in celebration of Earth Day, this is geared for families with keiki ages 4 to 14. At 7:30 p.m. April 26, 27 and May 4; and 2 p.m. May 5. Tickets on sale April 15, at $10 general; $9 seniors, military, UH staff; $7 non-UH students and children; $4 UH students with spring ID.
"Musubi Man," HTY -- "Run, run, fast as you can! You no can catch me, I'm one musubi man!" Like the gingerbread man in the classic tale, the musubi man is determined not to be eaten. He leads his pursuers on a merry chase until he reaches the ocean and has to match wits with a surfer. Adapted by Lee Cataluna from the book by Sandi Takayama. For ages 3 and up. At 10:30 and 1:30 p.m. April 27, May 4 and 11 at McCoy Pavilion, Ala Moana Park.
"Runny Noses, Tiny Tails," HTY -- Four folk and fairy tales from Japan, the Philippines, Malaysia and the Pacific Northwest have been updated by Dance Aoki, Daniel A. Kelin II, Sean T.C. O'Malley and Susan Lee St. John. "Runny Nose Boy" is about a greedy mother and child who meet a boy with a strange talent. "Da Bugga Like Eat" tells of a selfish cockroach and his simple-minded turtle friend. "No Tigers in Borneo" is an old story about how Kancil the mouse-deer and his friends outwit the tigers from Java. And "The Frog Dance" is a play set in Hawaii, based on a Tlingit story about learning to respect your family. For ages 4 and up. At 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. April 27, May 4, May 11 and 18 at McCoy Pavilion, Ala Moana Park.
May
"Rain," TAG -- A steamy South Pacific drama based on W. Somerset Maughm's "Miss Thompson." Guest-directed by David Starr. May 8 to 26."Oliver Twist," ACT -- Orphan Oliver Twist is befriended by the Artful Dodger, ringleader of a group of pickpockets. The boys have been organized by crook Fagin, who provides instruction and food in return for the wallets, watches and other loot the boys lift. May 9, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25.
"Wit," MVT -- Vivian Bearing, Ph.D., is an English professor renowned for her aggressively probing, intensely rational studies and teachings of poet John Donne. But when she is diagnosed with terminal ovarian cancer, her concept of reality lurches in new and unfamiliar directions, which has her reassessing her life and her work with humor that is transformative. Winner of the 1999 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Lucille Lortel Award for best play, by Margaret Edson. May 15 to June 2.
"Super Secret Squad," Kumu Kahua -- Yet another comedy from Lee Cataluna, this one, commissioned by Kumu Kahua, focuses on five University of Hawaii undergraduates who question the deeds of bureaucrats who banish the name "Rainbows" from UH athletics and turn the Duke Kahanamoku statue in Waikiki away from the ocean. In trying to make things right again, the students find their pranks get them into serious trouble. May 16 to June 16.
"Titanic," DHT -- "Titanic" by Peter Stone, with music and lyrics by Maury Yeston, follows the tales of passengers and crew, from the furnace stoker who signed on to get away from the coal mines, to the Irish immigrants looking for a better life in America, to the inevitable. Winner of five Tony Awards in 1997, including best musical. May 24 to June 9.
July
"The Cripple of Inishmaan," MVT -- Young, crippled Billy Claven lives on an island off Ireland's coast, where he is subject to ridicule. When famed Hollywood director Robert Flaherty plans to film nearby, no one wants to be in the movie more than Billy, if only to break away from the tedium of his daily life. This funny, tender black comedy by Martin McDonagh is delivered in the tradition of Irish storytelling. July 10 to 28."You Somebody," DHT -- This work by local playwright Lee Cataluna is a fun-filled musical about an unusual local family and their arch rivals who struggle to outdo one another in a unique contest. What prize would make people so lolo? July 19 to Aug. 4.
"Anna," TAG -- World premiere of an original play by former Iolani teacher Nancy Moss. Dates to be announced.
Army Community Theatre Here's where to
catch these productionsPerformances at Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter. Call 438-4480 or 438-5230. For Readers Theatre offerings, visit the Web site alaike.lcc.hawaii.edu/openstudio/act/ or keep checking our weekly listings
Diamond Head Theatre
Performances at 520 Makapuu Ave. Season tickets: $45 to $180. Individual tickets: $10 to $40. Call 733-0277 or go online at www.diamondheadtheatre.com/tickets.html, print out order form and mail in.
Hawaii Opera Theatre
Performances at the Blaisdell Concert Hall. Subscription orders accepted through Feb. 1, 2002. Season tickets are $75 to $270. Single tickets are $39 to $95 and go on sale in October. The HOT box office is at 985 Waimanu St., or call 596-7858.
Hawaii Pacific University
Performances in the HPU Theatre, located on the university's Hawaii Loa campus, 45-045 Kamehameha Hwy., Kaneohe. Call 254-0853 or 236-7919.
Honolulu Theatre for Youth
Performance sites vary. Tickets for family performances are $5 for children 3-12, $7.50 for teens and $10 for adults. Children under 2 are admitted free, but a ticket is required. Call 839-9885.
Kumu Kahua
Performances at 46 Merchant St. Show times: 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. Season tickets: $50 for renewals, $60 for new subscribers. Single tickets: $15 ($10 for students); $10 for unemployed on Thursdays. Call 536-4222.
Manoa Valley Theatre
Performances at 2833 East Manoa Rd. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $25 for plays and $30 for musicals. A buffet dinner by the Eclectic Chef will be offered on the MVT lanai starting 90 minutes before curtain, Wednesdays through Saturdays. Call 988-6131 for tickets and information.
The Actors Group
Performances at the Yellow Brick Studio, 625 Keawe St. Call 591-7999.
Tim Bostock productions
Various locations and ticket prices. Call 521-9699.
University of Hawaii 'Mainstage'
Performances at Kennedy Theatre, University of Hawaii at Manoa, 1770 East-West Rd. Ticket prices vary. Season tickets for the five "Mainstage" subscription events are available for $42. The deadline for purchase of season tickets is Sept. 1. Call 956-7655.
University of Hawaii Earle Ernst Lab Theatre
Performances at Earle Ernst Lab Theatre, University of Hawaii at Manoa, 1770 East-West Rd. Ticket prices vary. Call 956-7655. Post-show raps will take place after Friday performances of "Primetime" and "Late Night" performances in the Earle Ernst Lab Theatre. Meet the director, actors, dancers and designers, ask questions and share your thoughts.
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