Top Honolulu Theater Shows

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.

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.

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.

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.