Maui’s keiki perform traditional hula.
An acrobat from ‘Ulalena suspended in silk
The Celebration of the Arts’ finale feast
Parool Shah and Clifford Nae‘ole
Parool Shah and Clifford Nae‘ole
Guy Hagi, Kim Gennaula, Clifford Nae‘ole
Kamakakehau Fernandez
June 5, 2012 | Parties
THE PARTY The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua hosted a spectacular 20th edition of its Celebration of the Arts over a sunny Easter weekend. THE PLAYERS Clifford Nae‘ole, Hōkūlani Holt, Kamakakehau Fernandez, Iokepa Nae‘ole, Kimokeo Kapahulehua, Uluwehi Guerrer, Lama Gyaltsen THE SCENE From the invigorating E Ala Ē sunrise ceremony to Saturday’s sumptuous lū‘au, the events showcased Hawaiian culture, such as the gorgeous opening featuring prominent Hawaiian families. One evening, falsetto singer Kamakakehau Fernandez celebrated his new CD. For the finale, Uluwehi Guerrero performed a melodious tribute to kūpuna present and recently passed. Photos by Brad Shields and Msi Maui staff
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