At Hawai’i Performing Arts Festival, we recognize that for too long the performing arts world has limited the opportunities available for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. We acknowledge that systemic racism, casual racism, and implicit bias have all contributed to minimizing the voices, contributions, and achievements of BIPOC artists. We pledge to do our […]
Festival News
2020 Festival moves virtual
Dear Friends: Since early last month, HPAF’s executive leadership has been monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation closely, continuing work to ensure the safety, health, and wellness of our student artists, faculty, staff, volunteers, and patrons. HPAF has been regularly reviewing the changing guidelines set forth by the State of Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) and […]
HPAF Earns Nine BroadwayWorld Hawaii Award Nominations
EXCITING NEWS: We are thrilled to share that our recent production of Sweeney Todd has received NINE nominations in the 2018 BroadwayWorld Hawaii Awards. Congratulations to all of this year’s nominees! Best Actress in a Musical (professional): Rhealee Fernandez, Amy Maude Helfer, Sara Law, Gracie Wipfli Best Actor in a Musical (professional): Jesse Malgieri, Jack […]
HPAF Brings Razor-Sharp Dark Comedy to the Big Island
Opera on the Rocks
Metropolitan Opera Baritone to Perform on Big Island
Metropolitan Opera Baritone to Perform on Big Island Kamuela, HI. Hawaii Performing Arts Festival (HPAF) announced today that it will present Tim Willson of the Metropolitan Opera in two appearances on Hawaii Island. Willson, who has performed with internationally acclaimed opera stars around the world, will present “Center Stage: My Life at the Met”, on Thursday, […]
