This special event brings to life the stories of four visionary women who made significant contributions to Hawaii's history through authentic actor portrayals. Food and cocktails will be served beginning at 5:00 PM, with performances starting at 6:00 PM. Tickets are $45 per person, including a bento box and one beverage of choice.

Featured Historical Portrayals

Edna Allyn (1861-1927) – Born in Ohio and educated at multiple prestigious institutions, Edna Allyn became Head Librarian for the Hawaii Library and Reading Room Association in 1907. Her vision established Hawaii's free public library system and county library systems, creating the foundation for what is now the only statewide library system in the nation. Portrayed by Eden Lee Murray.

Striking Sugar Worker from the 1920 Plantation Strike – The 1920 Sugar Strike marked a pivotal moment in Hawaii's labor history as the first multi-ethnic strike in the sugar industry. Filipino plantation workers initiated the strike, joined by the Japanese Federation of Labor. This six-month action ultimately improved wages and living conditions for plantation workers across Hawaii. Portrayed by Aiko Chinen.

Emma Nakuina (1847-1929) – A Honolulu native, Emma Nakuina served as Curatrix of the Hawaiian National Museum (1882-1887) and water rights commissioner (1892-1907). Her dedication to cultural preservation established her as a respected expert in Hawaiian folklore and traditional water rights, with published works that remain valuable cultural resources. Portrayed by Kahana Ho.

Cherilla Lillian Lowrey (1861-1917) – As founder and first president of The Outdoor Circle, Cherilla Lowrey established an organization dedicated to "Keep Hawaii clean, green and beautiful." Under her leadership, the organization began with the planting of twenty-two Monkeypod trees in A'ala Park in Honolulu and continues its environmental stewardship today. Portrayed by Karen Valasek.