October 9, 2010 – Volcano, Hawaii
By Stephanie Salazar
The Volcano Art Center proudly presents hula kahiko performances at the pa hula at Ka’auea in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. Since 1980, hula halau from around the state have made presentations at the stone platform, which is set aside for the perpetuation of traditional hula and chant.
On Saturday, October 9th, from 10-30 to 11-30 a.m. you can see traditional hula and chant performed outdoors on the hula platform overlooking Kilauea Crater, featuring Halau Na Pua Ha’aheo o Kona under the direction of kumu hula Roy Palacat.
Hawaiian cultural demonstrations at Volcano Art Center Gallery are also from 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Car pooling recommended. Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. Free (Park entrance fees apply). Call (808) 967-8222
