Celebrating 50 Years of Nā Pualei O Likolehua
A Hawaiian cultural school is marking its 50th anniversary with a reunion concert honoring its founder's legacy, good news for anyone who loves hula and wants to see it passed down.
- Four hula schools, all founded by students of the late kumu hula who started the organization, are reuniting to perform together after 50 years.
- Each school spent a year studying one of four royal Hawaiian siblings, including King Kalākaua and Queen Liliʻuokalani, learning their chants, songs, and dances.
- The event revives a playful rivalry tradition from decades ago, when the siblings' own groups would compete in chant and dance.
- It's a fundraiser for a Native Hawaiian nonprofit, with vendors, shopping, and a live band alongside the performances.
Outlook: The concert takes place Sunday, November 8th at McKinley High School, with doors at 2:30pm and donations welcome from those who can't attend.