HONOLULU (Island News) -- Getting a feel for the Merrie Monarch stage without actually being on Hawaii Island -- O'ahu halau (hula groups) are getting time to rehearse on a replica stage, made special ...
Jayda Lum Lung will dance a traditional hula in honor of Lahaina wildfire victims at Hawaii’s biggest hula competition of the year. Her hand movements will flow gracefully to symbolize the winds, ...
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Merrie Monarch Festival began yesterday, April 20, in Hilo. For those lucky enough to attend festival, it’s more than a hula competition. It’s a powerful lesson in standing firm ...
Behind every performance at the Merrie Monarch Festival is deep research and intention. Judges reveal how costuming and adornments are scored alongside skill and interpretation.