FRIDAY, DEC. 18
'REVEALING CHRISTMAS'
Maui OnStage presents "Revealing Christmas," a holiday celebration of music and dance featuring some of Maui's top performers, beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Historic Iao Theater. Holiday spirit and cheer will fill the theater will traditional songs and stories, contemporary music and uplifting, magical dance numbers directed and choreographed by Alexander Cardinalli. Tickets are $10. For tickets or details, call 242-6969 or visit www.mauionstage.com.
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Come see what all the noise is about as the Na Leo Lani O Maui Hawaiian choir grants “A Christmas Wish” Saturday at the Historic Iao Theater.
'THE CHRISTMAS STORY'
King's Cathedral will present its annual Christmas production featuring "The Christmas Story, The Musical" beginning at 7 p.m. at the church, 777 Mokulele Highway in Kahului. With a cast of more than 100 Maui performers, this annual Christmas event centers on the traditional story of Mary and Joseph and the events leading up to the birth of their first child. With the child being hailed as the future "King of Kings" and with all the attention that he is getting from kings of far-off lands, they must protect him from the diabolical King Herod, who seeks to kill him. The show will also be precluded by a Hawaiian Christmas greeting of new and old, as well as '50s-style music, Santa's sleigh and more. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 3 to 12. Children ages 3 and younger are free. For tickets or details, call 871-7311.
FIRSTLIGHT SCREENINGS
The annual FirstLight Academy Screenings will present a collection of films during the Christmas season and New Year's holidays. More than 30 films will screen as part of this annual presentation of the most award-worthy films of 2009. "That Evening Sun" will show at 5 p.m. and "The Loss of a Teardrop Diamond" at 7:30 p.m. at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center's Castle Theater. Tickets are $12 for each film, or $40 for a four-film pass; available at the MACC box office. See movie pages.
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SATURDAY, DEC. 19
WILLIE K
Charismatic island performer Willie Kahaiali'i, aka Willie K, will share his love of opera, his huge voice and his outstanding guitar and ukulele talents with audiences beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center's Castle Theater. Joining him onstage will be the Maui Pops Orchestra under music director James Durham. Willie K's passion, creativity, humor and musical virtuosity combine in exceptional complexity that often brings audiences to their feet. Tickets are $12, $35, $45 and $55, plus applicable fees; available at the MACC box office, 242-7469 or www.mauiarts.org.
'A CHRISTMAS WISH'
The Na Leo Lani O Maui Hawaiian choir will present its "A Christmas Wish" concert from 7:30 to 10 p.m. at the Historic Iao Theater. Under the direction of kumu hula Uluwehi Guerrero and Gale Wisehart, the choir will sing classic Hawaiian tunes and Christmas favorites. There will also be a special segment devoted to Saint Damien. Special guests include Halau Hula Kauluokala, Ahumanu, Alaka'i Paleka, Uncle Poki and Jason Sadang. Tickets are $20, available by calling 280-8557.
'THE CHRISTMAS STORY'
King's Cathedral will present "The Christmas Story, The Musical" at 7 p.m. at the church. See Friday's listing.
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SUNDAY, DEC. 20
SING-IT-YOURSELF MESSIAH Maui Choral Arts brings back its "musical gift to the community" with the ninth annual Sing-It-Yourself Messiah at 3 p.m. in the Monarchy Ballroom at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa. This year features the largest chamber ensemble yet, with 12 players from Maui, Molokai and Oahu, including players from the Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra. The three Maui soloists are Robert E. Wills, Leighanna Locke and Karyn Sarring. The first half features Part I of Handel's "Messiah," and the second half will be familiar Christmas carols. The Maui Concert Chorus and Maui Community College Chorus will also perform "A Musicological Journey Through the 12 Days of Christmas." This year for the first time, MCA will include a "Charitable Gift-Giving Fair" with tables for local nonprofits to raise community awareness.Advance tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for youth 18 and younger; tickets at the door are $15 for adults, $13 for seniors, $8 for youths. For tickets or details, call 870-5560.
'HOLIDAY ENCHANTMENT'
Celebrate this season of hope and giving with a special silent auction in support of the American Cancer Society, during "Holiday Enchantment" from 6 to 8 p.m. at Spa Helani at The Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villas. Three-time Grammy winner Peter deAquino will entertain, while guests enjoy sparkling wine, spa discounts and prize drawings. The first 50 guests will receive a holiday gift bag valued at $40. Admission is $15. RSVP by calling 662-2644.
'TIBETAN CHRISTMAS MASQUERADE BENEFIT'
The Maui Tibetan Buddhist Center will present its "A Tibetan Christmas Masquerade Benefit Party" fundraiser at Moana Cafe & Bakery in Paia. Festivities will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a welcome and pupu, followed by a gourmet buffet of Indian and Tibetan cuisine at 7 p.m. Get into the Christmas spirit and don your favorite mask and formal attire for a chance to win prizes for best dressed. There will also be musical entertainment throughout the evening. Admission is $40 per person. Seating is limited and reservations are required. To purchase a ticket or for details, call 579-8076 or e-mail mauidharma@earthlink.net.
'REVEALING CHRISTMAS'
Maui OnStage presents "Revealing Christmas" at 3 p.m. at the Historic Iao Theater. See Friday's listing.
'THE CHRISTMAS STORY'
King's Cathedral will present "The Christmas Story, The Musical" at 7 p.m. at the church. See Friday's listing.
MAKAWAO TOWN JAMBOREE
The Makawao Town Jamboree, a free live music jam, is happening from 5 to 8 p.m. every Sunday at the Kirsten Bunny Art Center Courtyard, 3660 Baldwin Ave. For the love of music and Makawao, some of Maui's finest musicians will show up to play music outdoors under the stars. Mike Carroll's Community Service Band will perform with any other musicians who want to join in. For details, call 357-4943.
FIRSTLIGHT SCREENINGS
FirstLight Academy Screenings will present "Brothers" at 2 p.m., "Youssou N'Dour: I Bring What I Love" at 5 p.m. and "Nine" at 7:30 p.m. at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center's Castle Theater. See Friday's listing.
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MONDAY, DEC. 21
'THE CHRISTMAS STORY'
King's Cathedral will present "The Christmas Story, The Musical" at 7 p.m. at the church. See Friday's listing.
FIRSTLIGHT SCREENINGS
FirstLight Academy Screenings will present "Youssou N'Dour: I Bring What I Love" at 5 p.m. and "The Messenger" at 7:30 p.m. at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center's Castle Theater. See Friday's listing.
FIRSTLIGHT SCREENINGS
FirstLight Academy Screenings will present "Amreeka" at 5 p.m. and "Oh My God" at 7:30 p.m. at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center's Castle Theater. See Friday's listing.
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WEDNESDAY, DEC. 23
FIRSTLIGHT SCREENINGS
FirstLight Academy Screenings will present "Good Hair" at 2 p.m., "The Hurt Locker" at 5 p.m. and "Sherlock Holmes" at 7:30 p.m. at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center's Castle Theater. See Friday's listing.
