"All the World's a Stage" is the theme of this year's Hawai'i Theatre Gala, set for Friday at The Kahala. Kika Matsumoto of Kika Inc. has assembled a sterling roster of troupers: Fanaddicts friend, Kanoe Cazemero Gibson, Christina and Ryan Souza, Danny Couch, Jay Larrin, and the Almost Paradise Band with Rocky Holmes and Dan Del Negro. Billy Sage emcees. Tables are going fast, so call Elaine Evans (791-1302) for availability.

HONOLULU ADVERTISER

THE 2ND ANNUAL WAIKIKI BY MOONLIGHT FEATURES HAWAIIAN ENTERTAINMENT, CULTURAL EXHIBITS, DEMONSTRATIONS, CRAFTS & PRODUCT SALES, AND GREAT FOOD UNDER THE ROMANTIC WAIKIKI MOON!

WAIKIKI BY MOONLIGHT returns for a second year on Friday, June 1st, after an extremely successful debut last year. This year’s event – WAIKIKI BY MOONLIGHT – HANA HOU! – will again showcase the very best of what Waikiki has to offer, and welcomes both kama‘aina and malihini to this very special street festival under the romantic Waikiki moon. Produced by the Waikiki Improvement Association (WIA), WAIKIKI BY MOONLIGHT – HANA HOU! will run from 6:00 p.m.~10:00 p.m., on Kalakaua Avenue, between Lewers Street and Seaside Avenue.

“We’ve created an event for everyone to enjoy what Waikiki has to offer – great music, a variety of wonderful cuisine, unique art, crafts, and fashions...all under our beautiful Waikiki moonlit sky,” said Rick Egged, WIA president. “Last year’s event drew approximately 9,000 people, and this year’s event should be even more popular due to the stellar entertainment line-up, as well as the opportunity for everyone to check out all the new, exciting features of today’s Waikiki – including the revitalization of the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, as well as the new Waikiki Beach Walk complex. Both projects have created a special sense of place which melds Waikiki’s past and present beautifully.”

The WAIKIKI BY MOONLIGHT – HANA HOU! main stage will feature an incredible line-up of entertainment which will reflect Waikiki through the ages...from the sweetly nostalgic, to entertainment by today’s hottest musical acts, including:

• The legendary duo of Nina Kealiiwahamana & Mahi Beamer, providing the nahenahe sounds of Waikiki’s classic golden era;

• Danny Couch, sharing some of his big hits, including the world-renowned “These Islands”;

• An icon of the 80’s, Randy Lorenzo;

• Local heart-throb, and talented, singer-songwriter Justin Young;

• The earthy sounds of Ernie Cruz, Jr., which blend his love of past classics with a modern, soulful interpretation;

• Ukulele virtuoso and international music sensation Jake Shimabukuro;

• The cool vibes of Natural Vibrations - which are sure to get everyone “dancing on the Avenue!”;

• Always a crowd pleaser, Pali and hula halau will also present music and dances of Waikiki’s past and present; and

• Mayor Mufi Hannemann will be our special guest, with a musical tribute to the late, great Don Ho.

• The Waikiki By Moonlight “house band” is Kata Maduli and the Bridge Boys (including DJ Pratt and Gary Poliahu of Kalapana).

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see all of these great artists on the same stage under the stars – and it’s all free! Most of the artists will also be selling and signing their CD’s in our General Store, so this is the perfect time to meet and “talk story” with them.

This year’s presenting sponsor, ROYAL HAWAIIAN SHOPPING CENTER (www.RoyalHawaiianShoppingCenter.com), will be celebrating their exciting revitalization and the opening of great new shops at this year’s event, and will have their own booth featuring information, contests and prizes. And stay tuned for news of the historical unveiling of their much-anticipated Royal Grove!

“As a key component in the Waikiki revitalization, we are pleased to support community events, such as Waikiki by Moonlight, that promotes our Hawaiian culture and local talent,” said Susan Todani, director of special projects of Kamehameha Schools, owner of Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center. “Showcasing the romance and allure of Waikiki by evening is another means to draw both kama‘aina and visitors to Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center to see all the exciting changes that have taken place!”

Joining the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center will be several booths featuring exhibits and items for sale, including the legendary BAILEY’S ANTIQUE STORE – which drew huge crowds at last year’s event! An ‘ono-licious variety of food from several Waikiki restaurants will also be featured, such as SEAFOOD VILLAGE, HYATT REGENCY WAIKIKI RESORT & SPA, the MAC 24-7, and others.

WAIKIKI BY MOONLIGHT – HANA HOU! Is brought to you by the generous contributions of its sponsors: ROYAL HAWAIIAN SHOPPING CENTER (owned by Kamehameha Schools and managed by The Festival Companies), the CITY & COUNTY OF HONOLULU, HAWAII TOURISM AUTHORITY, INTERNATIONAL MARKET PLACE, ABC STORES, HAWAIIAN TELCOM YELLOW PAGES, HILTON WAIKIKI PRINCE KUHIO, HYATT REGENCY WAIKIKI RESORT & SPA, OUTRIGGER RESORTS & HOTELS, and RESORTQUEST HAWAII.