Calling all lovers of live entertainment!
Join Manoa Valley Theatre for an evening full of talent, creativity, and good vibes. Whether you’re going to relax, support local artists, or just enjoy the show, everyone’s welcome.

Experience music, poetry, comedy, dance, monologues, and more—all performed by incredible local talent. The bar will be open with drinks and snacks available for purchase (cash and cards accepted).

Step into a magical evening at the 2025 Midsummer Night's Gleam, happening Saturday, July 19, at Foster Botanical Garden in Honolulu. From 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., guests can enjoy a variety of fun, hands-on activities including giant bubbles, communal art projects, and other interactive experiences designed for all ages. As the sun begins to set, the garden transforms into a radiant wonderland, illuminated by thousands of glowing luminaries and artistic light displays spread across the lush, 14-acre landscape.

The evening continues with live music, cultural performances, and food vendors offering local and global favorites, creating a festive and relaxing atmosphere under the stars. The powerful African drumming ensemble Sewa Fare kicks off the event, energizing the garden with rhythm and celebration. On the Lower Stage, keiki will be delighted by a series of whimsical and engaging performances featuring theatrics and classical music by Allegro Keiki and more. The Mendoza Philippine Dance Group and Dragon Beat Hawaii add vibrant cultural flair with traditional dance and taiko drumming, while audiences throughout the evening can enjoy an eclectic mix of entertainment, from the graceful melodies of a harpist to the dynamic finale by MEDAH, the Middle Eastern Dance Artists of Hawaii.

The Hanayagi Dancing Academy Hawaiʻi Foundationʻs 25th Classical Japanese Dance Grand Recital will commemorate 78 years since the founding of the Academy, within which time will have produced twenty-five Grand Recitals featuring unabridged dance performances in traditional costume from a variety of traditional music genres and role types.

Blaisdell subscribers pre-sale starts Thursday, January 23 at 11:00 A.M. HST
Pre-sale is online only and is exclusive to Hawaiʻi residents – Pre-Sale Code: ADVICE
Get tickets before they go on sale to the mainland 
Friday, January 24 at 1:00 P.M. HST.Experience a night of electrifying magic as global K-POP sensation Taemin delivers his chart-topping hits with signature dance prowess, magnetic vocals, and breathtaking choreography. Renowned for his seductive charisma and captivating stage presence, Taemin has redefined performance in K-POP. His solo career is groundbreaking, beginning with the chart-topping EP ACE (2014) and followed by hits like Press It (2016) and the cultural phenomenon Move (2017), which transformed K-POP choreography with its genre-defying sound.

Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana has commissioned Patricia Guerrero, internationally acclaimed flamenco dancer-choreographer and winner of the 2021 Spain National Dance Award, to create QUINTO ELEMENTO (Fifth Element), a new evening-length work set to an original score of live music by Francis Gomez. Flamenco Vivo will develop this major new work by Guerrero, an innovative talent hailed as a flamenco artist “of supernatural force, with an incredible interpretive capacity” (DeFlamenco), and present it to US audiences next season.

Kuana Torres Kahele Band presents Christmas in Tahiti, with very special guest dancers, Theresa and Iokia Ramento!

Vincent Rodriguez III is a Los Angeles-based entertainer, with talents in acting, singing, dance/choreography, magic, and martial arts. Prior to moving to Los Angeles, he was a stage actor in New York City for 11 years, performing internationally in first national tours, regional theater, and Off-Broadway.

Throughout his career, Vincent has taken time in-between performances to teach at dance studios, high schools, colleges, and performing arts programs. His classes range from workshops to masterclasses, covering audition technique, song interpretation, Broadway dance repertoire, on-camera auditions, mock auditions (singing, dancing, or acting), specific choreography, and more. He is a passionate, enthusiastic, nurturing, and motivating teacher; focused on empowering his students and leaving them with the tools and techniques for them to reach their personal best and compete in the competitive job market of show business.

Vincent Rodriguez III is a Los Angeles-based entertainer, with talents in acting, singing, dance/choreography, magic, and martial arts. Prior to moving to Los Angeles, he was a stage actor in New York City for 11 years, performing internationally in first national tours, regional theater, and Off-Broadway.

Throughout his career, Vincent has taken time in-between performances to teach at dance studios, high schools, colleges, and performing arts programs. His classes range from workshops to masterclasses, covering audition technique, song interpretation, Broadway dance repertoire, on-camera auditions, mock auditions (singing, dancing, or acting), specific choreography, and more. He is a passionate, enthusiastic, nurturing, and motivating teacher; focused on empowering his students and leaving them with the tools and techniques for them to reach their personal best and compete in the competitive job market of show business.

Vincent Rodriguez III is a Filipino-American actor known for his roles on The CW’s Emmy Award-winning CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND, Netflix's INSATIABLE and Prime Video’s WITH LOVE. He most recently starred in CHRISTMAS ON CHERRY LANE for The Hallmark Channel, with a sequel in production. He is the voice of "Raiden" in the MK1 video game and singing Filipino dad “Val” in Disney Junior’s KINDERGARDEN: THE MUSICAL this fall. Stage credits include the “DJ" in HERE LIES LOVE Off-Broadway at The Public Theatre during his 11 years in New York. Rodriguez is also a magician, martial artist, speaker, mentor, and teaching artist.

A colorful procession of Hawaiian culture through Waikīkī

Intricate floats decorated with a rainbow of fresh flowers and men and women on horseback showcasing the traditional art of pāʻū riding. Participants from marching bands to hālau hula to civic leaders display the unique aloha spirit that unites Hawai‘i’s community.

An unforgettable evening of performances spanning five decades of talent, including musical, dance, hula, and theatre showcases from distinguished alumni, current students, and celebrated local performers. This exciting shift to a free event was made possible as part of the college’s continued dedication to making arts and culture accessible to all while celebrating the rich history of the theatre and its community.