HOLDEN & ARTS ASSOCIATES
SHARING STORIES AND CREATING PARTNERSHIPS SINCE 1983
STORIES OF OCEANIA
Written and Performed by Honolulu Theatre for Youth Ensemble
Produced by Honolulu Theatre for Youth
From Honolulu, HI
Resources
About the Company
DIGITAL ENGAGEMENT ONLY
This digital engagement includes 2 week unlimited access to a password-protected prerecorded video link hosted on Vimeo.
Join Kapili at his new school as he learns about respecting and honoring people of different cultures through the stories of his classmates.
The show explores ideas of stereotype and acceptance, and it features stories from our neighbors in the Pacific that celebrate the cultural traditions that connect us. Filled with humor, music and movement, these songs, dances and folktales not only teach about our past but provide valuable wisdom for growing up today and our collective future.
This digital production was devised and filmed for HTY’s 2021 Virtual Season. Additional titles also available from the company: The Carp Who Would Not Quit and Duke.
Best for Grades: 3rd+
Trailer
Contact us to preview the full length performance.
Curriculum Connections
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Fine Arts: Performance, Film, Puppetry, Multi-media design
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Language Arts: Oral History Interviews, traditional fables
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History/Social Studies: Native & Indigenous Cultures; Man’s relationship/connection to Nature; Hawaiian & Pacific Island culture & history
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Social/Emotional Learning Development: Bravery, Resilience, Community, Racism, Self-Awareness, Social Awareness, Self Management, and Relationship Skills.
Remote Outreach & Workshops
Please contact us if additional remote outreach or workshops is something you'd like to explore. A member of the creative team may be available to deliver pre or post show workshops or a live Q&A for participating audiences. Please connect with us about outreach activities that best engage your teachers and schools.
Digital Tech Specs
This performance is available as a prerecorded link hosted on password protected Vimeo site managed by HAA.
Each site will be made specific to the presenting venue with the following possible models.
A Standard Educational Engagement includes:
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2 weeks of Unlimited Educational Access for Schools (within 60 miles of Venue).
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A custom password protected link with full pre-recorded high quality video, hosted on Vimeo
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Ability to add your venue’s logo and custom welcome greeting
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Ability to add a presenter-recorded Curtain Speech video
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A sample study guide (pdf)
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Additional activities such as live online workshops, masterclasses, etc... available for separate fee with scheduling TBD mutually
For some shows, an Extended Educational Digital Engagement may also be available. This provides the same access and basic resources as a standard engagement but with 5 videos of 15-20ish minutes. The performance video is split into "chapters" PLUS additional resources created by the company. Perfect for viewing over multiple days or sessions and expanding the context or curriculum connections around the show.
A Public Family Engagement includes:
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1 weekend of Access for Public Audiences (within 60 miles of Venue)
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A custom password protected link with full pre-recorded high quality video, hosted on Vimeo
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Ability to add your venue’s logo to Vimeo Page
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Customized Greeting from Company on Vimeo Page
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Ability to add a presenter-recorded Curtain Speech video to Vimeo Page
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A sample study guide (pdf)
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Additional activities such as live online workshops, masterclasses, etc... available for separate fee with scheduling TBD mutually
Please talk to us if you are looking to serve both school and family audiences with this digital presentation and we can combine models for the appropriate access.
Artistic Team
Devised by:
Sean-Joseph Choo
Moses Goods
Makiʻilei Ishihara
Pōʻai Lincoln
The Digital Production Team:
Chesley Cannon
Sean-Joseph Choo
Moses Goods
Maki’ilei Ishihara
Iris Kim
Pōʻai Lincoln
Eric West.
The Cast:
Sean Choo – KĀPILI
Serina Dunham – VAI / Ghost
Moses Goods – ANITELU / ASI / Ghost
Makiʻilei Ishihara – TANA / Ghost
Pōʻai Lincoln – MOM / MANU / Ghost
Matthew Mazzella – KŌRA
Theoren Nansen – ASI (voice)
Destiny Qalo – INISE
Junior Tesoro – PWUN
Eric West – Ghost
Critical Acclaim
Coming soon!
About the Company
Honolulu Theatre for Youth (HTY) produces professional theatre and drama education programs that make a difference in the lives of young people, families and educators in the state of Hawaii.
HTY believes that drama education and theatre are unique, socially-based education and art forms that help their participants and audiences walk in the shoes of others, allowing them to expand their imaginations, enrich their lives and discover the infinite possibilities in the world. HTY works towards a future for Hawaii in which people are culturally literate and imaginative, are critical thinkers and inventive problem solvers, with a respect for history and a sense of place in a complex world.
Founded in 1955, HTY is one of the oldest and most respected children’s theatres in the country. HTY has served over five million people through school and family performances and drama education programs. Over 300 new plays for young audiences have been commissioned by HTY.
HTY has used their talents in new ways during the Covid era and, with a partnership with NMG Network and Hawaii News Now, created a new type of children’s television program. Grounded in their geography and the many diverse cultures that make Hawaii special, the program is unlike anything currently available in children’s television and marks the beginning of a hybrid future for HTY as both theatre and digital media creator. Check out HTY's television show THE HI WAY as well as other information about the company and their work on their website here.