Tuesday, August 14, 2012

E Hula Mau in Long Beach Aug. 31-Sept. 2

The 18th Annual E Hula Mau® returns to the Long Beach Terrace Theatre on, August 31st – September 2nd, 2012. The celebration of Hawaiian Culture, which also hosts Southern California’s only Hula and Chant Competition, is presented by Na Mamo®.

The Polynesian festivities will feature dynamic live performances, unique arts and crafts, interactive workshops, and a delectable Island-style cuisine.


E HULA MAU® SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
FRIDAY, AUGUST 31
12PM – 9PM - Hawaiian Arts & Crafts Fair and Food Court Hawaiian Cultural Village & Workshops (workshop fees apply)
9PM – 12AM - Hawaiian Entertainment at The Westin Long Beach Hotel Lobby

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
8AM – 10AM - Lei Making Workshop (workshop fees apply)
8AM – 7:00PM - Island Food Court
9AM – 7:00PM - Hawaiian Arts & Crafts Fair Hawaiian Cultural Village & Workshops (workshop fees apply)
10AM – 12PM - Cyril Pahinui Slack Key Workshop – Westin Long Beach Hotel Marina Room ($45.00 at the door)
10AM – 5:30PM - Outdoor Plaza Stage Entertainment
9PM – 12AM - Hawaiian Entertainment at The Westin Long Beach Hotel Lobby – Kanikapila Jam

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
8AM and at 12PM - Hawaiian Lecture - TBA
8AM – 7PM - Island Food Court
9AM – Hawaiian Arts & Crafts Fair Hawaiian Cultural Village & Workshops (some fees may apply)
9AM – 10AM - Lei Contest
10AM – 5:30PM - Outdoor Plaza Stage Entertainment
12:30PM – 1PM - Lei Contest Award Presentation Plaza Outdoor Stage
9PM -12AM – Hawaiian Entertainment at The Westin Long Beach Hotel Lobby

Special pre-sale pricing is available now through May 31, 2012 through the Long Beach Performing Arts Center and E Hula Mau website at www.ehulamau.org Pre-sale Hula Competition tickets are $19 and Mahalo Bash Concert tickets are $30. Pre-sale weekend ticket packages are also available for $78.

After June 1st, tickets can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets will then go up to $21 for the Friday – Sunday competition, then to $35 for the Mahalo Bash on Saturday Night. The Long Beach Performing Arts Center Main Box Office is located at 300 E. Ocean Boulevard and is open from 10:00AM to 6:00PM Monday through Friday and 12:00PM to 4:00PM on Saturday.

The cultural village is free to attend. Workshops may have an additional fee.

About Nà Mamo®:
Established in 1992, Nà Mamo®, a 501©3 non-profit organization, is dedicated to Hawaiian cultural preservation, education, and community outreach. Nà Mamo® strives to create a unique experience at every event to promote a better understanding and perspective of the Hawaiian culture by promoting key values including “Ohana” (family) and “Lokahi” (family unit). For the last 18 years, E Hula Mau® has been presented by Nà Mamo®. For more information visit http://www.ehulamau.org/

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