Hawaii Performing Arts Festival

Hawaii Performing Arts Festival A world-class training & performance festival on The Big Island. 2026 Festival: A Season of Dreams 💫 (6/21-7/19)
www.hawaiiperformingartsfestival.org

Created in 2005 with a stated mission of forming a world class training program in the beautiful environs of Hawai'i, HPAF has over the years brought over 1,000 young artists from around the world to the Big Island, contributing over $3 million to the local economy. Additionally, the organization has awarded scholarships to over 100 young artists from Hawaii. Please Visit us at: http://www.hawaiiperformingartsfestival.org

Or buy tickets here: http://www.shop.hawaiiperformingartsfestival.org/

01/31/2026

✨ This could be YOU. ✨

Onstage in Hawai‘i, performing with a professional orchestra as part of the Hawai‘i Performing Arts Festival’s 2026 season 🌺🎶

⏰ Application deadline: TOMORROW (2/1)
Don’t miss your chance—apply via YapTracker (link in bio).

🎥 Video: 2024 production of Little Women starring as Jo March, conducted by and directed by

Your next big moment might be one audition away. 🌊🎭

01/25/2026

Only 7 days left to apply for a summer in Hawaii. Applications for all programs are live via YAP Tracker, and singers are encouraged to apply by February 1 to be considered for scholarships and professional fellowships.

This season features fully staged productions of A.E. Reverie and Rise by Kamala Sankaram (composer in residence), Carousel, and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, all performed with a professional orchestra made up of leading musicians from top symphonies and opera houses around the world.

Start your application today through the link in bio and join us for a true summer in paradise.

Video: HAIR (2022) directed by and conducted by

🚨 APPLICATION DEADLINE — 2/1 🚨 1. Applications for all programs are live via YAP Tracker. Singers are strongly encourage...
01/20/2026

🚨 APPLICATION DEADLINE — 2/1 🚨

1. Applications for all programs are live via YAP Tracker. Singers are strongly encouraged to submit by February 1 to receive consideration for scholarships and professional fellowships. 💫

2. This season, we are producing fully-staged productions of Kamala Sankaram’s operatic double bill, A.E. Reverie and Rise (with the composer in residence), Carousel, and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. All productions are accompanied by a professional orchestra comprised of leading musicians from some of the top symphonies and opera houses across the globe. 🌍

3. No application fee! Save your money for Mai Tais and apply for free. Come join us next ! Start your application today at link in bio. 🌴

🌺 FACULTY, ORCHESTRA, & PRODUCTION OPPORTUNITIES 🎶Hawai‘i Performing Arts Festival is building its roster of exceptional...
08/30/2025

🌺 FACULTY, ORCHESTRA, & PRODUCTION OPPORTUNITIES 🎶

Hawai‘i Performing Arts Festival is building its roster of exceptional faculty artists, orchestral musicians, and production personnel for upcoming seasons (and last-minute opportunities!).

✨ By joining our roster, you’ll help us continue to deliver world-class performances and training each summer on beautiful Hawai‘i Island.

👉 Dedicated professionals are invited to share their information via our website— https://www.hawaiiperformingartsfestival.org/employment/

Mahalo for helping us keep the music alive in paradise! 🌴💫

Hawaii Performing Arts FestivalSeason 21: A Summer of Love•••A Little Night MusicMusic and Lyrics by Stephen SondheimBoo...
07/20/2025

Hawaii Performing Arts Festival
Season 21: A Summer of Love
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A Little Night Music
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by Hugh Wheeler
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Stage Manager: Robert Pierce
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Tickets available at link in bio or by visiting KahiluTheatre.org. 💫

It’s time! We are ecstatic to announce our 2026 Festival, A Season Dreams. Hawai’i Performing Arts Festival’s bold and e...
07/13/2025

It’s time! We are ecstatic to announce our 2026 Festival, A Season Dreams. Hawai’i Performing Arts Festival’s bold and evocative lineup explores the landscapes of the imagination—where memories echo, identities shift, and hope soars. From surreal opera to heartwarming comedy and timeless musical theatre, each production invites audiences to see the world—and themselves—anew. Join us on the Big Island for an unforgettable season where music and storytelling awaken the dreamer in us all.

Artist applications open 10/1 via YapTracker. More information coming soon! 💭

Hawaii Performing Arts FestivalSeason 21: A Summer of Love•••The Marriage of FigaroMusic by W.A. MozartLibretto by Loren...
07/13/2025

Hawaii Performing Arts Festival
Season 21: A Summer of Love
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The Marriage of Figaro
Music by W.A. Mozart
Libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte
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Music Director/Conductor: Paul Floyd
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🎭 Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro📅 Saturday, July 12 & Sunday, July 13 at 3 PMLove, laughter, and a little mischief—Moza...
07/10/2025

🎭 Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro
📅 Saturday, July 12 & Sunday, July 13 at 3 PM

Love, laughter, and a little mischief—Mozart’s timeless comedy comes to life with a full orchestra and English supertitles!

🎟️ Special Offer: Use code HPAFOHANA for $10 off tickets!
⏳ Hurry—offer ends Friday at 11:59 PM!

✨ Arrive early at 2 PM for Behind the Curtain—a free pre-show talk you can add during checkout for a peek into the magic behind the scenes.

Don’t miss your chance to experience this operatic gem! 🎶

SUNDAY • HPAF’s Keiki Concert invites children of all ages on a musical adventure filled with imagination and fun! Sing ...
07/05/2025

SUNDAY • HPAF’s Keiki Concert invites children of all ages on a musical adventure filled with imagination and fun! Sing along to classic nursery rhymes and Raffi favorites, and enjoy timeless tunes from beloved shows like Peter Pan, Pinocchio, The Wizard of Oz, and more. Expect pirates, wishing stars, animals, and a whole lot of creative magic!

Singing, wiggling, and dancing are all encouraged — this is a concert made for movement and joy.

The performance runs approximately 45 minutes and is recommended for ages 3 and up, but keiki of all ages (and they’re grown-ups!) are welcome. Led by HPAF favorites Ashley Lambert and Phil Kadet, there’s something musical for everyone! Free tickets at hawaiipaf.org.

🎉 Happy Opening! ✨ “An Evening at the Stork Club” kicks off TONIGHT at The Blue Dragon, as part of the Hawai‘i Performin...
07/02/2025

🎉 Happy Opening! ✨ “An Evening at the Stork Club” kicks off TONIGHT at The Blue Dragon, as part of the Hawai‘i Performing Arts Festival’s 21st Season — and YES, tickets are still available!

📰 A big mahalo to and for the wonderful feature in today’s paper!

💃 Don’t miss this glamorous, vintage-inspired evening of music, charm, and classic nightclub vibes.

🎟️ Tap the link in bio to get your tickets and celebrate 21 seasons of world-class performances on the Big Island!

📍 Blue Dragon Tavern & Cosmic Musiquarium
📅 Tonight – Doors at 5:00 PM & 7:00 PM

🎉 NEW THIS SEASON! 🧢 Grab our limited edition navy HPAF hat—complete with a crisp white embroidered logo—for just $20! A...
06/26/2025

🎉 NEW THIS SEASON! 🧢 Grab our limited edition navy HPAF hat—complete with a crisp white embroidered logo—for just $20! Available at the HPAF office + all performances (while supplies last!) 💙 All proceeds go to the HPAF Scholarship Fund to support local students in need. 🎶

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Waimea, HI
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