Top Honolulu Theater Shows

Come experience a celebration of Hawaiian cuisine, live music, and festive hula at the Waikiki Luau. Relax with a Hawaiian welcome and tropical mai tai before dining on a lavish Luau-themed buffet dinner with island-roasted whole suckling pig and roast beef. Then, find your premier seats for the onsite "Rock-a-Hula" show, which features everything from hula and fire-knife dancing to rock n' roll.

A new dawn of live entertainment rises in ʻAuana by Cirque du Soleil – a Hawai‘i-inspired production featuring a cast of powerful acrobats, hilarious comedians, talented musicians and singers, and profound hula dancers. The unparalleled ensemble brings together international and local talents to shine a fresh light on the spirit of Hawai‘i. Blending Cirque du Soleil’s world-renowned artistry with the rich traditions of the islands, this one-of-a-kind spectacle transports audiences on a breathtaking journey through Hawaiian culture. Only at the OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel.

Catch tribute bands of your favorite artists at the ‘Rock-a-Hula’s 'Hawaiian Journey' show in Waikiki. Discover Hawaii's rich history from the 1920s to present-day, accompanied by a live band and dancers.

Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Hawaii with this unforgettable luau experience. Indulge in a delicious Polynesian dinner while witnessing Polynesia's history of wars and warriors through hula and fire dancing, embracing the spirit of aloha. Taking place on the sacred site of the Battle of Kipapa, enjoy music, warm hospitality, and connect with the heart and soul of the islands.

Every Friday, a fireworks show takes place at Waikiki. Get the best seats in the house by taking a cruise out to Diamond Head. Drinks and snacks are served on board, and you can bring your own food to enjoy dinner while watching the spectacle.

Celebrate New Year's Eve with Rock-A-Hula, the biggest Hawaiian Show in the heart of Waikiki! Be whisked away on a “Hawaiian Journey” from 1920’s to today through powerful live performances by talented artists, amazing musicians and beautiful Hawaiian dancers. This special Rockin’ Eve show culminates an exciting countdown to midnight complete with firework visual effects!

A Timeless Princess transports audiences to 1898 Hawaiʻi through an original musical that interweaves love, destiny, and the fight for sovereignty. Set against the backdrop of ʻIolani Palace, this live theatrical experience invites you to witness a marine's magical journey through time, where he encounters Princess Ka’iulani amid the kingdom's struggle. With a narrative that honors Hawaiian history and culture, every performance is thoughtfully crafted to provide a meaningful connection with the past. Engaging and insightful, this production offers a unique perspective on resilience and identity, creating a story that resonates long after the final curtain call.

Join us at one of Honolulu's finest community theatres providing cutting edge, award winning productions not seen in other theatres on the island. For the next three years, in addition to the plays in our regular season, which includes a Sam Shepard title, a recent Broadway hit, two plays written by local playwrights and August Wilson's American Century Cycle in historical order. From 1982 to 2005, August Wilson penned ten plays that captured the Black experience in Pittsburgh throughout the 20th century. Wilson's plays such as Fences, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom and The Piano Lesson will be produced live on stage.

WE PRESENT 12 PARLOUR SHOWS EVERY WEEK—THIS IS NOT ONE OF THEM. SHOOT OGAWA: UP CLOSE, AFTER DARK is a highly unusual, infrequently offered experience created for an exceptionally small audience. Limited to only 20 guests, this exclusive adults-only event places you around the table, just inches from world-champion sleight-of-hand artist Shoot Ogawa. There is no distant stage and nowhere for the impossible to hide. You see every movement up close. The magic unfolds before your eyes—and even happens in your hands. Inside an atmospheric Victorian-inspired setting at Hilton Waikiki Beach, astonishing illusions, sharp comedy, and immersive storytelling come together in a performance that feels intensely personal, spontaneous, and impossible. This is not your standard parlor show. It is a rare, after-dark encounter available on select occasions for guests ages 18 and over. Only 20 seats. One table. No ordinary night of magic. Come closer. Take your seat. Experience the impossible.