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MERRIE MONARCH
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The selection of hula attire and adornments are part of the hula competition. Keolalaulani Halau ‘Olapa O Laka of Kaneohe, directed by Aloha Dalire, performed in flowing cream-colored outfits during the kahiko competition in 2005. Dalire was the first Miss Aloha Hula. The history of the Merrie Monarch Festival | 3
Kane in motion | 15
2013 FESTIVAL
Q& A with kumu hula Robert Cazimero | 16
Miss Aloha Hula | 6 Flowers bring performances to life | 7
Behind the lens: Photographer Dennis Oda picks his favorite shots | 18-19
Wahine in motion | 8
Superfans | 21
Stadium upgrades | 10
Merrie Memories | 23
The rise of men | 13
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