Upcoming Events
A Living History Performance: The Hawai‘i Sojourn
Step into old Hawai‘i through the vivid perspectives of adventurer Isabella Bird and Kahuku native Hannah Pi‘ilani Jones in this captivating living history performance, The Hawai‘i Sojourn. Directed by Jackie Pualani Johnson and presented by Hilo Community Players, this production explores Hawai‘i’s landscapes, traditions, and people through historical letters and first-person accounts adapted by Victoria Nālani Kneubuhl and Jackie Pualani Johnson.
Experience the stunning portrayal of Isabella Bird by Karen Anne Moore, a seasoned actress whose global experiences and theatrical depth bring Bird’s 1873 Kona adventures to life. Walk with Bird as she rides horseback through Ka‘anahā and Kealapuali, marvels at Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea, and explores lava caves in the misty uplands of Kona Mauka.
In a compelling dual narrative, Alya-Joy Kanehailua embodies Hannah Pi‘ilani Jones, a cultural advocate and educator whose voice enriches the story with deeply rooted Native Hawaiian perspectives. Kanehailua’s performance—hailed as “a magnificent preservation of significant history”—honors Jones’ legacy and the enduring spirit of Hawaiian culture.
📅 June 6 at 7:30pm & June 8 at 2:30pm
📍 The Keawe Theater, 280 Keawe St., Hilo
Get ready, Hilo! The Hilo Community Players proudly present “Palehua’s Playhouse”, a dazzling drag show hosted by the fabulous Palehua herself! Join us on June 7th at 8PM at the Keawe Theater (280 Keawe St, Hilo, HI) for a mega show featuring the talents of multiple guest queens!
Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of glam, glitter, and good vibes! Drinks and snacks available. Tickets $5 more at the door.
Proceeds benefit the Hawai’i Island Pride Festival.
Get ready to shout “BINGO!” with Pride! 🎉🌈 Join us for PRIDE BINGO at the Keawe Theater on Tuesday, June 10th at 6PM — an unforgettable evening of glitter, games, and glamour hosted by the dazzling drag duo Palehua and Sa’hntayizha!
🎟️ Tickets are just $10
✨ Additional boards only $5 each
📍 280 Keawe St., Hilo, HI
Celebrate Pride Month with laughs, prizes, and fierce fabulousness — all while supporting the Hilo Community Players. Don’t miss out on this sparkling good time!
TREADING THE BOARDS: EXPLORATIONS INTO THE CRAFT OF ACTING
For those who missed our TREADING THE BOARDS performance, please enjoy one of the monologues entitiled Suddenly Last Summer, featuring Dayva Summer Escobar
⚠️ Accessibility Note: The Keawe Theater requires ascending one large flight of stairs. Those needing special accommodations should contact Hilo Community Players (hilocommunityplayers@gmail.com) at least five days in advance of the event.