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June 26, 2008 Elmo!
Friday – Sunday (June 27-29) various times at Castle Theater, Maui Arts and Cultural Center
[FAMILY] What a whole bunch of young adults don't know is that Elmo is actually second generation Sesame Street. What I mean is that when I was at prime Sesame Street watching age, Elmo wasn't around. Sure, he may have been a twinkle in some puppet maker's eye, but he wasn't really part of the crew yet. In my day, it was all about The Count, Big Bird, Oscar the Grouch, Barkley and my very favorite, Grover. The cool thing is that I still love Sesame Street and all the original crew is still rockin' so I don't mind sitting through a bunch of Elmo. In fact, I'm looking forward to it. Tickets: $33, $20, $10. Friday, 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10:30 a.m, 2 p.m., 5 p.m.; Sunday 4:30 p.m. For more info mauiarts.org or 242-7469. [STARR BEGLEY]
Beach Bummy Good Time
Friday (June 27) 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Oceanfront at the Maalaea Harbor Shops
[MUSIC] One of my friends just turned 21. This means he's finally free to do all the things he's been doing since he was 15. Kidding! Sheesh… There's no better way to celebrate his release from the ER than to enjoy the live soulful crooning of Maui's own Jessica Rabbit and the ever versatile and ever popular Kanoa of Gomega. While attending these live musical performances, you can also catch the remnants of Beach Bum's spectacular Happy Hour. Since drinking on an empty stomach isn't something I'd recommend, go ahead and order Beach Bum's delicious (and cheap) Pork Sliders. On your fifth Mai Tai (or whatever your preferred poison is), you'll be glad you did. [YNEZ TONGSON]
Hot Hands
Friday (June 27) 7:30 p.m., McCoy Studio Theatre, MACC
[MUSIC] From chemistry I've learned that some elements combine to create an explosive product. The periodic table of elements should be made to include Maui stars Willie K and Joe Cano, who are joined by Avi Ronen. These three masters come together to create an outstanding guitar trio known as Lima Wela. Each artist contributes their own unique talents to engineer a musical experience that combines classical Spanish-based sounds, the intrigue of Middle Eastern music and the rhythmic melodies of the Hawaiian Islands. Forget paying the high cost of travel (and even paying for your check-in luggage), with the artful manipulation of their guitar strings, Lima Wela will have you on a musical journey that spans from our home in Hawaii to the Mediterranean. Tickets: $36 For info call 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org [YT]
Killer Keys
Saturday, (June 28) 6:30 p.m. at Seabury Hall Performing Arts Studio, Makawao
[MUSIC] By "killer keys" I am in no way referring to the way self-defense experts recommend that women walking through a dark parking lot should hold their keys and attempt to gouge an attacker's eyes out. Nope, I am simply ripping off Calendar Editor Jessica Armstrong's listing title for this wonderful and free event. While I'm at it, I'll just go ahead and snag her content too. "An amazing piano concert by master of the ivory keys Adam Tendler, who's prepared John Cage's Sonatas and Interludes for the piano, presented by Ebb and Flow Arts." Thanks Jess! P.S. Adam Tendler is pretty hot! Just thought you should know. Tickets: Free. For more info call 876-1854.
Don't Mess with Texas (BBQ)
Sunday (June 29) 2-5 p.m., Lahaina Store Grille and Oyster Bar Rooftop.
[PARTY] I'm going to have to ask my friend Val from Houston what exactly a Texas style barbeque is. I assume it involves a lot of red meat, big hats, jacked-up pickup trucks and one of those gargantuan grills that can cook 30 steaks at a time. But it's cool that this Front Street restaurant is throwing these rooftop parties because, lets face it, a lot of people on the West side live in apartment complexes that don't allow grills. Plus they've got an ocean view that I'd have to sell my soul to afford, a Nintendo Wii for the kids (and the kids-at-heart) and live music. A trained professional will be manning the fire so I won't be in any danger of singing my eyebrows off, which is another big bonus. Stuffed jalapenos, juicy brisket and all the yummy fixings are included, so my biggest responsibility will be making sure I've got a cold beverage in my hand. $15.95 for adults, $10.95 for kids 12 and under. [JA]
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