Volcano Art Center’s Hula Arts at Kilauea performance series continues Saturday, Oct. 19, with a presentation of hula kahiko by Akaunu under the direction of kumu hula Manaiakalani Kalua.
The free performance begins at 10:30 a.m., and takes place in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. National Park entrance fees may apply.
Born and raised in Keaukaha, Kalua graduated from Kamehameha School in 1996 and received a bachelor of arts degree in Hawaiian studies in 2002 from Ka Haka ʻUla ʻo Keʻelikolani at the University of Hawaii at Hilo. Akaunu opened in 2012 and is closely tied to the traditions of UNUKUPUKUPU and Halau O Kekuhi.
This performance is part of a year-round series sponsored by Volcano Art Center. Hula groups from throughout Hawaii are invited to perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) in the national park. Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mats.
In conjunction with the performance, join cultural practitioner Loke Kamanu and ohana as they share “Na Mea Hula” (“All Things Hula”).
Learn a hula, use various hula implements or try your hand at lei making. Experience the different aspects that play an integral role in the life of the hula dancer.
These free cultural demonstrations are hands-on and family friendly and occur from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on the VAC Gallery porch.
For more information, visit www.volcanoartcenter.org or call 967-8222.
Other upcoming events at VAC
Pastel On-Site Landscape Painting
Enjoy the outdoors and take your painting beyond the four walls of a classroom. Receive step-by-step instruction in a proven rotational method for success, starting with form and fill, moving to value of black and white, then color. Students will complete one 9-by-12-inch project. Weather permitting, the workshop will take place outdoors. Beginner and intermediate artists welcome.
When: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano Village
Cost: $50, or $45 for VAC members, plus $15 fee per person, inclusive of supplies.
Registration: Visit www.volcanoartcenter.org or call 967-8222.
Zentangle Inspired Art: Milagros
The classic heart shape Mexican Milagro will be the focus for creating tiles. Mix this traditional heart shape with Zentangle art skills to create unique Milagros. Class open to all levels; no Zentangle or artistic experience required. Bring a snack to share.
When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano Village
Cost: $35, or $30 for VAC members, plus a $15 fee, inclusive of supplies.
Registration: Visit www.volcanoartcenter.org or call 967-8222.