{"id":203586,"date":"2024-09-13T13:11:31","date_gmt":"2024-09-13T23:11:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/?p=203586"},"modified":"2024-09-13T13:13:44","modified_gmt":"2024-09-13T23:13:44","slug":"leeward-cc-theatre-celebrates-50th-anniversary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/2024\/09\/13\/leeward-cc-theatre-celebrates-50th-anniversary\/","title":{"rendered":"Leeward CC<\/abbr> Theatre celebrates 50th anniversary with free event"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading time: <\/span> < 1<\/span> minute<\/span><\/span>
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In honor of its 50th anniversary, Leeward Theatre<\/a> will welcome community members for an unforgettable free afternoon of performances featuring five decades of talent, including musical, dance, hula and theatre from distinguished alumni, current students and local performers on September 22, at 2 p.m.<\/p>\n

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Starr Kalahiki<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The free event demonstrates Leeward Community College\u2019s continued dedication to making arts and culture accessible to all, while celebrating the rich history of the theatre and its community.<\/p>\n

The event will feature Leeward CC<\/abbr> alumni talents such as Kristian Lei (singing), Starr Kalahiki (singing), Honybal Sosa (guitar), Phillip Kelley-Crawford (dance) and more, alongside community members who have contributed to the theatre\u2019s legacy. This once-in-a-lifetime event will also include video interviews and monologues from notable alumni and staff.<\/p>\n

Although tickets are free, a reservation is required<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Cornerstone of art, education, community<\/h2>\n
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“Leeward Theatre has always been a gathering place for the community, and what better way to celebrate 50 years than by offering this milestone event for free,” said Elisa Olson, theatre manager. “We want to fill our theatre with the energy, appreciation and love from the community that has supported us for half a century.”<\/p>\n

Leeward Theatre has been a cornerstone of performing arts, education, and community engagement in Leeward Oʻahu<\/span> since its inception. The theatre has played a pivotal role in nurturing talent, entertaining audiences, and fostering a love for the arts within the local community. <\/p>\n

It reopened in 2019 after a three-year, $12-million renovation, then had to shut down because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Leeward Theatre welcomed the community back in 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n

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