May 22, 2013

Island Mele: ‘Carmen Takes the...

Island Mele: ‘Carmen Takes the Lead’

Carmen U‘ilani Haugen has always had a beautiful voice whether she was singing lead or harmonizing.

May 16, 2013

Island Mele: Ohtas celebrate ‘...

Island Mele: Ohtas celebrate ‘Legacy’

With Ohta-san and Ohta Jr., the purity of the ‘ukulele wins out.

May 15, 2013

Review: Beatles ‘Experience...

Review: Beatles ‘Experience’ entertains

“Experience the Beatles with RAIN” becomes ever more convincing as the show progresses

May 15, 2013

Island Mele: Ohta partners with Conj...

Island Mele: Ohta partners with Conjugacion, Yamasato

Reviews of new albums by Herb Ohta, Jr. with Tony Conjugacion and Jon Yamasato.

May 10, 2013

Pau Hana Patrol: Catch up with Ryan&...

Pau Hana Patrol: Catch up with Ryan’s

Heading to Ryan’s Grill for happy hour is like catching up with an old friend.

May 10, 2013

Island Mele: The Dukes of Surf

Island Mele: The Dukes of Surf

The Dukes of Surf evoke memories of ’60s surf rock with their new album.

May 4, 2013

Review: Nas at The Repbulik

Review: Nas at The Repbulik

It’s an encouraging and inspiring sight to hear Nas still youthful, fiery and relevant as ever.

May 4, 2013

Review: ‘Murder’ is seri...

Review: ‘Murder’ is serious comedy

MVT’s “Bloody Murder” is a riddle, wrapped in a mystery, inside an enigma.

May 2, 2013

Review: Circa Survive at The Republi...

Review: Circa Survive at The Republik

It was a night of danger at The Republik, and not just because of the crowd surfers.

May 1, 2013

Grind Time: Fork in the Road Pop-Up ...

Grind Time: Fork in the Road Pop-Up Dinner

A quartet of talented local chefs teamed up last week to launch Oahu’s latest pop-up dining experience.

Apr 28, 2013

Review: ‘Tosca’ a crowd-...

Review: ‘Tosca’ a crowd-pleaser

Hawaii Opera Theatre’s production begins slowly, but the pace picks up when soprano Jill Garner sweeps in.

Apr 26, 2013

Review: ‘Graceland’ expo...

Review: ‘Graceland’ exposes Filipino society

“Graceland” may devastate or puzzle you, but it is unlikely to leave you unmoved.

Apr 24, 2013

Review: ‘Belle’s Stratagem’ at TAG...

Review: ‘Belle’s Stratagem’ at TAG

“The Belle’s Stratagem” is simply a delightful costume comedy of early feminism.

Apr 23, 2013

Review: ‘Storm Surfers 3D̵...

Review: ‘Storm Surfers 3D’

“Storm Surfers 3D” provides a human element to big-wave adventures of pro surfers Tom Carroll and Ross Clarke-Jones.

Apr 22, 2013

Island Mele: Fernandez shows versati...

Island Mele: Fernandez shows versatility

Troy Fernandez reminds listeners of his musical abilities on “Strumming My Ukulele.”

Apr 18, 2013

Review: ‘Live’ shows pro...

Review: ‘Live’ shows promise

Three world-class specialty acts and Hawaii’s own Vili “Vili the Warrior” Fehoko are the attractions in “Aloha Live.”

Apr 18, 2013

Social Encore: ‘Obilivon’...

Social Encore: ‘Obilivon’ a fun ride

If you love action, suspense and futuristic gadgets, then you’ll really enjoy Tom Cruise’s new project.

Apr 14, 2013

Review: Taylor marvelous at Blaisdel...

Review: Taylor marvelous at Blaisdell

James Taylor performed for nearly two hours at Blaisdell Arena on Saturday, April 13, nearly 42 years after his first Hawaii concert.

Apr 14, 2013

Review: Metric measures up

Review: Metric measures up

Led by frontwoman Emily Haines, Metric made its Hawaii debut a day after playing at Coachella.

Apr 13, 2013

Review: ‘Thread’ challen...

Review: ‘Thread’ challenges at UH

Written by Kishida Rio, “Thread Hell” is a tale of death, revenge and the exploitation/manipulation of women by men.