Community Calendar

A provocative multimedia dance performance exploring our culture of consumption and its environmental consequences.

Through powerful movement, evocative music, and striking visual media, Disposable Nation invites audiences to reflect on how our pursuit of “progress” has shaped the world we live in and challenges us to imagine a different path forward.

Urgent. Thought-provoking. Visually compelling.

This is more than a performance—it’s a question:
What kind of world do we want to live in?

Experience powerful storytelling through movement, performed by the talented students of Prince Dance Institute.

Don’t miss this striking and unforgettable performance by Prince Dance Institute students!

Step into a world where mystery meets mischief in THE REAL INSPECTOR HOUND by Tom Stoppard, presented by the Hilo Community Players. This brilliantly witty parody of classic whodunits turns the genre on its head, blending suspense, satire, and laugh-out-loud comedy into one delightfully unpredictable evening of theatre.

Directed by Sean Douglas, this fast-paced production follows two critics who find themselves swept into the very murder mystery they’re meant to review. As the line between fiction and reality blurs, secrets unravel, identities twist, and nothing is quite what it seems.

Featuring a dynamic local all-star cast— Theon Weber as Birdboot, Casey Simpson as Moon, David Greene as Simon Gascoyne, Sarah Elliott as Felicity Cunningham, Miriam Hoenig as Lady Cynthia Muldoon, Ray Ryan as Major Magnus Muldoon, Rachel Klein as Mrs. Drudge, and Mark Lewis as Inspector Hound— this production brings sharp comedic timing and theatricality to every twist and turn.

Perfect for fans of clever humor and theatrical surprises, The Real Inspector Hound is a side-splitting romp that will keep you guessing and laughing until the very end.

This incredible comedy mystery runs from April 24th - May 10th, with shows on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Sunday matinees starting at 2:30pm. Doors open half an hour before showtime. The beautiful new Keawe Theater is air conditioned, offering classic theater concessions with a full bar.

Tickets are available now and seating is limited! Advanced reservations are recommended. Tickets are $20 in advance at hiloplayers.org and $5 more on the day of show, with any remaining tickets available at the door.

THE REAL INSPECTOR HOUND is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Dramatists Play Service. www.concordtheatricals.com

The 39 Steps is a parody play adapted from the 1935 film by Alfred Hitchcock, which is itself adapted from the 1915 novel by John Buchan. The original concept and production of a four-actor version of the story was written by Simon Corble and Nobby Dimon, and premiered in 1996. Patrick Barlow rewrote this adaptation in 2005. The play's concept calls for the entirety of the 1935 adventure film The 39 Steps to be performed with a cast of only four. One actor plays the hero, Richard Hannay; an actress (or sometimes actor) plays the three women with whom he has romantic entanglements; and two other actors play every other character in the show, each occasionally playing multiple characters at once. Thus the film's serious spy story is given a comedic twist.
Don't miss your chance to see it at Kona's historic Aloha Theatre.

Join the Kona Aloha Singers for an unforgettable afternoon of cinematic music at the historic Aloha Theatre on May 3, 2026.

"Musical Blockbuster: A Spring Mixtape" is a choral celebration of the iconic soundtracks that have defined generations of film and television. From soaring orchestral themes to pop-culture anthems, our local community chorus will perform a curated "mixtape" of hits that bring the magic of the silver screen to life through harmony.

If you're a fan of classic Hollywood scores or modern musical masterpieces, this concert offers a nostalgic and high-energy experience for all ages. Come support local arts in West Hawaii and enjoy a spring afternoon filled with the songs you know and love.

Step into a world where mystery meets mischief in THE REAL INSPECTOR HOUND by Tom Stoppard, presented by the Hilo Community Players. This brilliantly witty parody of classic whodunits turns the genre on its head, blending suspense, satire, and laugh-out-loud comedy into one delightfully unpredictable evening of theatre.

Directed by Sean Douglas, this fast-paced production follows two critics who find themselves swept into the very murder mystery they’re meant to review. As the line between fiction and reality blurs, secrets unravel, identities twist, and nothing is quite what it seems.

Featuring a dynamic local all-star cast— Theon Weber as Birdboot, Casey Simpson as Moon, David Greene as Simon Gascoyne, Sarah Elliott as Felicity Cunningham, Miriam Hoenig as Lady Cynthia Muldoon, Ray Ryan as Major Magnus Muldoon, Rachel Klein as Mrs. Drudge, and Mark Lewis as Inspector Hound— this production brings sharp comedic timing and theatricality to every twist and turn.

Perfect for fans of clever humor and theatrical surprises, The Real Inspector Hound is a side-splitting romp that will keep you guessing and laughing until the very end.

This incredible comedy mystery runs from April 24th - May 10th, with shows on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Sunday matinees starting at 2:30pm. Doors open half an hour before showtime. The beautiful new Keawe Theater is air conditioned, offering classic theater concessions with a full bar.

Tickets are available now and seating is limited! Advanced reservations are recommended. Tickets are $20 in advance at hiloplayers.org and $5 more on the day of show, with any remaining tickets available at the door.

THE REAL INSPECTOR HOUND is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Dramatists Play Service. www.concordtheatricals.com

Our Spring 2026 theme musically celebrates the vast and diverse qualities of the human condition. The repertoire is gorgeous…full of beautiful harmonies, melodic lines, and thoughtful lyrics. Choral styles range from modern to madrigal, jazz to spiritual.

We also have a few sacred songs, such as a brilliant version of “Ezekiel Saw De Wheel,” a breath-taking “Ave Maria,” and a wonderful arrangement of the folk song, “Down in the River to Pray.”

Concerts will be held in three venues: two in Hilo and one in Keaau/Hawaiian Paradise Park. All are under the baton of conductor Doug Albertson.

A provocative multimedia dance performance exploring our culture of consumption and its environmental consequences.

Through powerful movement, evocative music, and striking visual media, Disposable Nation invites audiences to reflect on how our pursuit of “progress” has shaped the world we live in and challenges us to imagine a different path forward.

Urgent. Thought-provoking. Visually compelling.

This is more than a performance—it’s a question:
What kind of world do we want to live in?

Experience powerful storytelling through movement, performed by the talented students of Prince Dance Institute.

Don’t miss this striking and unforgettable performance by Prince Dance Institute students!

Our Hāmākua Homestead series is back, and it’s more exciting than ever! Get ready for inspiring sessions on permaculture design, unlocking the secrets to building a powerful brand, and diving deep into the beautiful art of cacao farming—plus, we’ve got a few surprises that will surely delight you, including a special offsite garden tour on Saturday, April 25th.

Join us at the library Mondays at 5:30 pm as we come together to celebrate community, craftsmanship, and possibility. This amazing experience is proudly sponsored by the Honeybee Education Program and the Laupāhoehoe Train Museum— don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and grow!

– Monday, May 4: Introduction to Permaculture, presented by Jacqueline Edmiston Come connect with the holistic permaculture design principles and ethics for creating resilient and regenerative human habitats and agricultural systems by mimicking nature.

– Monday, May 11: Building Your Brand from the Ground Up, presented by Rose Navalta An introduction to how homesteads and agricultural producers can build a brand from the ground up by expressing their values, vision, and story through thoughtful visual identity and presentation, creating a more recognizable and cohesive presence in their community.

– Monday, May 18: Tiny Batch Chocolate- Learn to Process Cacao Tree to Treat at Home, presented by Raven Hanna

Join us every Wednesday at 10:00am for a fun-filled story time! We’ll read a few simple stories, then make a craft or do an activity. Great fun for 2 – 5 year-olds and their parents or caregivers.

Her Voice, Her Power: Reclaiming Personal Sovereignty in Conflict

Shelby K. Morrison presents “Her Voice, Her Power: Reclaiming Personal Sovereignty in Conflict” on Thursday, May 7, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo. This is an empowerment workshop for women ready to stop shrinking and start speaking their truth personally and professionally—especially when conflict strikes. Key takeaways from this training include: a deep understanding of why women hold back and what it’s costing them, practical tools to help women express boundaries and needs, a felt sense of personal agency, and the value of sisterhood on this journey of reclamation. For registration, tuition, and scholarship information for the May 7 training “Her Voice, Her Power: Reclaiming Personal Sovereignty in Conflict,” contact Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center at (808) 935-7844 or visit hawaiimediation.org.

Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.