Live Music
Based in Honolulu and New York City, Pua Ali’i ‘Ilima returns to the Henry J. Leir Stage for the first time since 2012. The mission of this school for Hawaiian dance is to preserve and perpetuate Native Hawaiian arts and cultural traditions for future generations. At the core of this mission is the sharing of hula, which has been instrumental in the preservation and perpetuation of Native Hawaiian language, art, and cultural practices.
The hālau provides training for children, teens, and adults, as well as introductory hula workshops and classes. Company founder and kumu hula (master teacher) Vicky Holt Takamine is recognized as a native Hawaiian leader for her artistry and advocacy on social justice issues, the protection of native Hawaiian rights, and the natural and cultural resources of Hawaii. She is the recipient of the 2024 Gish Prize.
Andy Wang will accompany with live music, honoring the deep traditions of Native Hawaiian storytelling through hula and song.
