This collection focuses on the performing arts legacy that Hawai‘i and its people have nurtured for generations. Because of its multitude of cultures, Hawai‘i has regularly churned out artists and performances that are distinctly its own.
Opening ceremony of the 1992 Festival of Pacific Arts held in Rarotonga. Includes parade of delegation participants.
Kahiko highlights from the 27th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival. The 1990 festival featured hula that honored Kamehameha IV (Alexander Liholiho, his...
B-roll footage of the 17th Annual ʻUkulele Festival at Kapiʻolani Bandstand.
Footage of a live performance by the Honolulu City Ballet of three dances: Grande Pas, Unicorn and Red Pony. It was shot with one camera from the...
This video includes several takes of Eddie Kamae, Manu Kahaialii, and family and friends in two different kanikapila sessions recorded on September...
Features actor-comedian Pat Morita as host of a special that purports to trace the roots of Hawaiian comedy and "explores its uniqueness through...
Comedy that deals with a local boy's fantasies about life after high school, early marriage, peer pressure, job market, etc. Features Frank DeLima,...
Studio performance of a touring stage production, "Rebels in Lace," written for the U.S. Bicentennial, featuring historical characters of the...
CLEAR presents Hole Hole Bushi: Songs of the Cane Field produced in 1984 for the Rice & Roses series; produced by Chris Conybeare in association...
This video includes several takes of Lisa Smith playing instrumental versions of slack key, classical, and flamenco guitar. Recorded on December...
George Helm performs music with Steve Maʻiʻi at Hoʻolauleʻa Heʻeia concert at Windward Community College. Songs performed include Kuʻu Pua I...
Footage of Crater Festival circa 1976, including performance by comedy group Booga Booga, booths selling art and clothing at the Crater, and a...