Experience the profound cultural significance of sacred Hawaiian spaces through an enchanting evening of Mo'olelo (stories), Mele (songs), Oli (chants), and Hula at the Hawaiian Mission Houses.

This captivating journey will be brought to life by the renowned musicians and dancers of Hālau Mele, led by Kumu Sam ʻOhu Gon III and Kumu Mahealani Wong, alongside Hālau Hula Kamamolikolehua under the direction of Kumu Pohai Souza.

🌋 EXPLORING THE SACRED AND FORBIDDEN 🌋
Discover the concept of "kapu" – prohibited, forbidden, sacred, or devoted to specific purposes – which has shaped Hawaiian cultural practices for centuries. The performance will illuminate historically sacred places like Kīlauea and Pohukaina, as well as modern restricted areas like Niʻihau and Kahoʻolawe.

📍 Location: Kahua Hoʿokipa Stage at Hawaiian Mission Houses, 553 S. King St., Honolulu
📅 Date: May 17, 2025
⏰ Doors open: 5:30 PM | Performance begins: 6:30 PM
💰 Tickets: $40 per person (www.missionhouses.org)
🍷 Cash bar available from 5:30 PM through intermission
🧀 Food available for purchase from Da 'Cuterie Cart (5-7 PM)
🚗 Parking: Civic Center Municipal Parking at 346 Alapaʻi Street or metered street parking nearby

Don't miss this extraordinary cultural experience that weaves together traditional and contemporary understandings of "wahi kapu" through authentic performances!