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2010 MERRIE MONARCH DVD FESTIVAL

Our Price: $51.00

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Experience the grace and grandeur of the 2010 Merrie Monarch Festival with this commemorative DVD set. From the rich cultural traditions of the hula kahiko to the vibrant artistry of the hula 'auana, this collection captures the world's most prestigious hula competition on 4 DVDs.

Featuring: 56 hula kahiko and hula 'auana performances by 26 halau, 26 performances by 13 Miss Aloha Hula contestants, Behind-the-scenes extras and interviews, Commentary on each hula performance, Bonus footage of other Merrie Monarch festivities in Hilo

The Merrie Monarch Festival is named in honor of King David Kalakaua, who is credited with reviving the hula and affectionately known as the "Merrie Monarch."

2008 MERRIE MONARCH FESTIVAL 4-DVD SET

Our Price: $55.00

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The annual Merrie Monarch Hula Competition and Festival honors Hawaiian King David Kalakaua, known as “The Merrie Monarch” for his love of song and dance. In celebration of his memory, hundreds of highly talented hula dancers and their halau (schools) from different islands of Hawai‘i and around the mainland United States perform, compete, and perpetuate this indigenous expression of dance and
story-telling. Featuring the Merrie Monarch Festival in its entirety, including interviews and the awards presentation.
• Approximately 13 hours 25 minutes

2007 MERRIE MONARCH FESTIVAL 3-DVD SET

Our Price: $50.00

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For forty-four years, thousands of the best hula halau from all across the Hawaiian islands, mainland, and Japan have been invited to the prestigious Merrie Monarch Festival. Dancers who are fortutnate enough to perform at this annual event perpetuates an important cultural tradition that celebrates and honors their ancestors. Hundreds make the trek to Hilo, Hawaii every year to wintess in person the magnificence of the dance and storytelling. Captured on four DVDs are the exciting performances and stunning pageantry of this year's 44th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival; the spectacular kahiko (ancient) and superb auana (contemporary) from each halau and the elegant Miss Aloha Hula competition. This is truly an inspiring display of Hawaiian dance and culture to be thoroughly enjoyed over and over again.

Includes the entire Merrie Monarch Festival, interviews, and highlights from the Merrie Monarch Festival's annual parade. (10 hours, 30 minutes)

2006 MERRIE MONARCH FESTIVAL 4-DVD SET

Our Price: $50.00

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For forty-three years, thousands of the best hula halau from all across the Hawaiian islands, mainland, and Japan have been invited to the prestigious Merrie Monarch Festival. Dancers who are fortutnate enough to perform at this annual event perpetuates an important cultural tradition that celebrates and honors their ancestors. Hundreds make the trek to Hilo, Hawaii every year to wintess in person the magnificence of the dance and storytelling. Captured on four DVDs are the exciting performances and stunning pageantry of this year's 43rd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival; the spectacular kahiko (ancient) and superb auana (contemporary) from each halau and the elegant Miss Aloha Hula competition. This is truly an inspiring display of Hawaiian dance and culture to be thoroughly enjoyed over and over again.

Includes the entire Merrie Monarch Festival, interviews, and highlights from the Merrie Monarch Festival's annual parade. (12 hours, 30 minutes)

2009 QUEEN LILI'UOKALANI KEIKI HULA COMPETITION DVD

Our Price: $32.00

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Established by the Kalihi-Palama Culture & Arts Society to honor Hawaii's last reigning monarch, the Queen Lili'uokalani Keiki Hula Competition has showcased the talent of keiki for over thirty years. Traveling from near and far, talented keiki participate in perpetuating a cultural art form known as hula. With each movement, chant, and song, an important historical practice is kept alive.

The 34th annual festival features highlights of group and individual performances. Keiki celebrate their love for hula through graceful, comtemporary 'auana and possionate, traditional kahiko. With open arms these keiki embrace the past and sway into the future with aloha in their hands. (Run Time Approx. 4 Hours)

2008 QUEEN LILI'UOKALANI KEIKI HULA COMPETITION DVD

2008 QUEEN LILI'UOKALANI KEIKI HULA COMPETITION DVD

Our Price: $32.00

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The Queen Lili'uokalani Keiki Hula Competition showcases the grace, excitement, and passion of the most talented young dancers, both girls and boys ages 6-12, from around the world who come together to share the cultural heritage of Hawaii through the art of hula. Witness the spirit and dedication of keiki hula performers born from a tradition passed on from generations of aunties, uncles, and tutu. After years of practice and training, these young performers have become powerful and graceful stewards of an ancient cultural art form. Experience the elegant movements of contemporary auana (modern hula) and the rhythmic power of kahiko (ancient hula). Awards are given for both girls and boys in group and solo performances. (4 hours)

2007 QUEEN LILI'UOKALANI KEIKI HULA COMPETITION DVD

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2006 QUEEN LILI'UOKALANI KEIKI HULA COMPETITION DVD

Our Price: $32.00

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2005 QUEEN LILI'UOKALANI KEIKI HULA COMPETITION DVD - SALE

Our Price: $35.00
Sale Price: $21.00

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The melodic sound of young voices chanting in unison... The style and tropical sophistication of a graceful hula performance... The charm and energy of a keiki paniolo (cowboy) tribute.. Celebrating its 30th year, The Queen Lili'uokalani Keiki Hula Competition showcases the grace, excitement, and passion of the most talented young dancers, both girls and boys ages 6-12, from around the world who come together to share the cultural heritage of Hawaii through the art of hula. Witness the spirit and dedication of keiki hula performers born from a tradition passed on from generations of aunties, uncles, and tutu. After years of practice and training, these young performers have become powerful and graceful stewards of an ancient cultural art form. Experience the elegant movements of contemporary auana (modern hula) and the rhythmic power of kahiko (ancient hula). Awards are given for both girls and boys in group and solo performances. Here are the winners, outstanding performances, and memorable highlights professionally produced by KITV. (90 minutes)

2004 QUEEN LILI'UOKALANI KEIKI HULA COMPETITION DVD - SALE

Our Price: $35.00
Sale Price: $21.00

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Hawaii's keiki enter this world on the beat of the ipu drum and the sweet chords of the ukulele. By the time they can walk, many are already training with aunties, uncles, and tutu to become graceful and powerful hula dancers - talented boys and girls ages 6-12 preserving an ancient cultural lineage. Now in its 29th year, the Queen Lili'uokalani Keiki Hula Competition draws the most talented of these young dancers for this 3-day expression of Hawaiian dance and chant. Representing 24 halau from all over the islands and as far away as Japan, these children will awe you with their heart-stopping kahiko (ancient hula) and the fluid movements of contemporary auana (modern hula). Awards are given for both girls and boys in group and solo performances. Here are the winners, outstanding performances, and memorable highlights professionally produced by KITV. (90 minutes)