Calendar
by Anu Yagi calendar@mauitime.com
Da Kine Calendar BIG SHOWS SLACK KEY MASTERS WITH GEORGE KAHUMOKU & OWANA SALAZAR - Thu, Oct 21. Each month, George Kahumoku Jr’s Slack Key Show comes to Central Maui, with Uncle George hosting the show’s music talents. This new series begins in October, featuring Owana Salazar — the only wahine steel guitar player in the 808 and one of only a few female slack key players. $25 / $45 VIP. 7:30pm. McCoy Studio Theater, MACC, One Cameron Way, Kahului; 808-242-7469; mauiarts.org THE DEAD KENNEDYS - Fri, Oct 22. Woo hoo. This longawaited show dawns. See This Week’s Picks for more. $35. 9pm. The Hard Rock Cafe, 900 Front St., Lahaina; 808-667-7400; groovetickets.com / hardrock.com THE GREEN WITH ANUHEA AND ONE INITY - Sat, Oct 23. It’s always a wild, well-attended night at Mulligan’s — so you’ve gotta both hustle to get your tickets and hustle to get in line. This show’s been dubbed the official “loyalty launch party,” (brought to you by Budlight and Native 92.5) and tickets are available at Mulligans, 808 Deli, Maui Mana, our friends and neighbors at Requests, Solid Clothing, and West Side Vibes. $25 Presale. 6pm. Mulligan’s on the Blue, 100 Kaukahi St., Wailea; 808-874-1131; mulligansontheblue.com CALL OF LOVE: A LIVE CONCERT AND PAINTING DUET - Sat, Oct 23. Enjoy an exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist Spar Street and a concert by Grammy-nominated pianist Peter Kate, closing with a “duet of live art” with Kater at keys and Street working on canvass. Tickets available at Alive & Well and Hawaiian Moons. $30 show only / $60 VIP. 8-10pm. Spar Street Studio/Gallery, 150 Hana Hwy., Kahului; 808-269-2460 MARK FARINA - Sat, Oct. 23. Farina’s got a huge following who all dig his jazz-meets-urban beats. This self-described “modern day traveling minstrel,” touts 100 shows per year since the end of his Mushrroom Jazz club night in San Francisco. $25. 9pm-2am. Timba, 5050 Front St., Lahaina; 808-661-9873; timbamaui.com HAL SPARKS LIVE - Sat, Oct 23. The Maui Celebrity Series presents “Queer As Folk” and “E! Talk Soup” star Hal Sparks. An evening of stand-up comedy, following the success of his recent one hour special on Showtime. Jenelle LeBlanc hosts with special guests Curtis “Chino” LaForge and DJ Aggressive Cane Spider. $20 / $25. 9-11pm. Maui Theatre, 878 Front St. (Old Lahaina Center), Lahaina; 808-8567973; themauicelebrityseries.com
STAGE CHICKEN SKIN TALES WITH KATHY COLLINS Sat & Sun, Oct 23 & 24. Who bettah fo’ tell da kine chicken skin tales, den ‘Tita’ herself, Kathy Collins?! She going bus’ some heebiejeebie stuffs — so not fo’ scaredy cats or keiki undah 10 yeahs ol’, eh! An’ remembah, only stay fo’ one weekend, so you bettah get your tickets fas’ kine. $15. Sat, 7:30pm. Sun, 5pm. Steppingstone Playhouse, Queen Kaahumanu Center, 275 W. Kaahumanu Ave., Kahului; 808-244-8760 ARSENIC AND OLD LACE - Every Sun, Fri & Sat through Oct 24. Last chance! By popular demand, Maui OnStage presents this classic comedy of errors by Joseph Keserling. Directed by Steven Dascoulias. Remember to ask about special dinner packages with Café o’ Lei — a great way to impress your date with your culinary and performance arts taste. Fri & Sat, 7:30 pm. Sun, 3 pm matinee. $40 VIP / $18 General / $15 Matinee. Iao Theater, 68 N. Market St., Wailuku; 808-242-6969; mauionstage.com THE EMPEROR’S NEW CLOTHES - Every Sun, Fri & Sat through Oct 31. Jonathan Lehman adapts Hans Christian Andersen’s original story about the vain Emperor
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of Boondoggle who squanders his kingdom’s money on extravagant clothes. Directed by Doug Kendrick. Musical Direction by Marti Kluth. Fri & Sat 7:30pm; Sat 4pm; Sun 1 & 4pm (No performances on Dec 17). $15 Reserved / $10 Floor. ProArts Playhouse, 1280 S. Kihei Rd, Kihei; 808-463-6520; proartspacific.com CIRQUE POLYNESIA - Mon-Sat. It’s Circue du Soleil meets Polynesian hula with amazing high-wire acts, aerial acrobatics and illusions, and mind-boggling contortionist and balancing-acts. Call for their Kama’aina special. Starting at $62; Deals for kids. 6pm. Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Kaanapali; 808-667-4540; maui.hyatt.com
FOODIE HEALTHY KEIKI - Thu, Oct 21. Join Whole Foods Market for a special class focused on healthy recipes perfect for school lunches, with hands-on demonstrations, food identification and a tour of the store’s produce department. Keiki between the ages of 5-12 welcome. Please e-mail Chandler, Whole Foods Market’s Healthy Eating specialist, to sign up for this class: Chandler.Morphew-Tarbuck@wholefoods.com. 6pm. Whole Foods Market, 70 Kaahumanu Ave #B,, Kahului; 808-872-3310; wholefoodsmarket.com/maui LOCAL FUN ON ALOHA FRIDAY - Fri, Oct 22. Celebrate seasonal produce grown locally at this demonstration highlighting the juiciest, local produce in the store! “Health Starts Here” recipes and samples will be available to customers. Vegetarian and vegan-friendly recipes will also be available. 4pm. Whole Foods Market, 70 Kaahumanu Ave #B,, Kahului; 808-872-3310; wholefoodsmarket.com/maui SLOW FOOD MAUI CONVIVIUM PRESENTS TASTE EDUCATION: FALL HARVEST - Sat, Oct 23. Locavores know why locally-grown foods taste best — and are best for our communities. Indulge in the pleasures of what you already know, or get hip to this chic, conscious lifestyle by attending this tasting event. Compare mainland imports to items like made on Maui jams and jellies, Maui Cattle Co. beef, Ha’iku tomatoes, Keana’e bananas, Maui Gold pineapple, Moloka’i sweet potato, and Huelo coconut, and let your taste buds decide. $5. 9am-2pm. Ali’i Kula Lavender Farm, 1100 Waipoli Rd., Kula; 808-878-3004; aliikulalavender.com BBQ FUNDRAISER FOR THE UPCOUNTRY FAIR Sat, Oct 23. Whole Foods Market will be serving up Paniolo-style plates with all the fixings. One hundred percent of the proceeds will benefit the Maui 4H Club’s ongoing efforts to promote pride in workmanship and accomplishments, personal interaction with peers, and respect for the environment. 11am-2pm. Whole Foods Market, 70 Kaahumanu Ave #B,, Kahului; 808872-3310; wholefoodsmarket.com/maui WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS - Wed, Oct 27. Whole Foods Market believes in promoting the health and wellness of their customers, team members, and the community at large. So, they sponsor “Healthy Eating” demonstrations, providing a samples of “Health Starts Here” recipes that highlight plant-strong, raw combinations, healthy fats and nutrient-dense ingredients. 12pm. Whole Foods Market, 70 Kaahumanu Ave #B,, Kahului; 808-8723310; wholefoodsmarket.com/maui “FOOD IN THE RAW”: HEALTH STARTS WITH RAW FOOD - Daily. Eating raw foods is an excellent way to absorb nutrients, and support a balanced digestive system. This class will demonstrate inventive ways to create your favorite dishes using nothing but the freshest, raw ingredients. Please -mail to sign up for this class: Chandler.Morphew-Tarbuck@wholefoods.com. Whole Foods Market, 70 Kaahumanu Ave #B,, Kahului; 808-72-3310; wholefoodsmarket.com/maui
TICKETS ON SALE “AN EVENING FOR SINATRA” WITH BRIAN EVANS LIVE IN CONCERT - Thu, Oct 28. Crooner Brian Evans performs Sinatra classics with a full big band. Evans’s versions of the standards are heard on shows ranging from “Law & Order” to “So You Think You Can Dance,” and his next album features a duet with Kelly Osbourne. $20 / $30 / $40 VIP. 7-9:30pm. The Maui Theatre, 878 Front St., Lahaina; 808856-7973; themauicelebrityseries.com AMY HANAIALI’I WITH JEFF PETERSON - Fri & Sat, Oct 29 & 30. The Supper Club gets sultry with these celebrated Mauians. Hanaiali’i’s golden pipes paired with Peterson’s super slack key fingers is sure to delight. $60 Four Course Dinner / $30 Show Only. 6pm. Stella Blues Cafe, 1279 South Kihei Rd., # 201, Kihei; 808-874-3779; stellablues.com CELTIC HARPER & STORYTELLER, PATRICK BALL - Fri, Oct 29. This premier Celtic harp player and captivating spoken word artist takes to the McCoy stage, playing the legendary brass-strung harp of Ireland. With his bell-like voice and tales of wit and enchantment from the Emerald Isle, he’s sure to delight. $25. 7:30pm. McCoy Studio Theater, MACC, One Cameron Way, Kahului; 808-242-7469; mauiarts.org FIFTH ANNUAL BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF MAUI BENEFIT GOLF TOURNAMENT - Sat, Oct 30. Four man scramble format. Features “one of the best goodie bags of any tournament on Maui,” and delicious lunch with prizes and awards to round out the day. Early bird discounts now available (save $20 single player / $100 foursome by purchasing before September 30). $180 single player / $700 foursome. Makena North Golf Course, 5415 Makena Rd., Kihei; 808-242-4363 ext. 322; bgcmaui.org REGGAE MONSTAH MASH WITH BARRINGTON LEVY - Sat, Oct 30. Known as the “Mellow Canary” for his sweet vocal styling, reggae legend Barrington Levy will share what makes him one of the most requested songsters in reggae music history. It’s a trick-or-treat concert just in time for Halloween, with local favorites Inna Vision opening. $30 / $35. 6pm. Events Lawn, MACC, One Cameron Way, Kahului; 808-242-7469; mauiarts.org “THE MAGIC OF FRIENDSHIP” - Sun, Oct 31. The only public performances of Maui Academy of Performing Arts’ fall educational theatre tour, starring Derek Nakagawa and Francis Tau’a. Especially for keiki 2-10 years old, the play uses music and humor to tell a story of a wannabe wizard who learns about the value of friendship. Come in your Halloween costume!. $4. 2pm. Steppingstone Playhouse, Queen Kaahumanu Center, 275 W. Kaahumanu Ave., Kahului; 808-244-8760 BU! THE MAGICALLY ENCHANTED FOREST - Sun, Oct 31. Gather in the apparition of Bu!, for the go-to Halloween event for Maui’s GLBT community. An ambient environment and primary dance floor will be created by DJ Joe King, and the night’s otherworldly theme will be mastered by local favorite DJ Michale Fong. Plus, hip hop beats will boom from the Schaefer International Gallery (?!) with a simultaneous dance ffloor manned by DJ Teknyq and DJ AstroRaph. $35 General Admission / $95 VIP Package. 9pm. Pavillion, MACC, One Cameron Way, Kahului; 808-242-7469; mauiarts.org / mauigayinfo.com LOL@MACC COMEDY NIGHT WITH BRET ERNST - Thu, Nov 4. The second installment of this new series. Ernst has had a TV specials on Comedy Central, BET and Showtime, headlines at top comedy clubs across the country, and will next appear as the host of the new Oxygen TV network series, “Love Games: Bad Girls Need Love, Too.” Sponsored by MauiTime and KAOI Radio. $25 / $45. 7:30pm. McCoy Studio Theater, MACC, One Cameron Way, Kahului; 808-242-7469; mauiarts.org