Cirque du Soleil premiered "‘Auana," its first resident production in Hawaii, to a sold-out audience at the Outrigger Waikīkī Beachcomber Hotel on December 17. The show combines acrobatics, multimedia projections and mo‘olelo (stories) inspired by the islands’ culture. Performances run Wednesday through Sunday at 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., exclusively at the Outrigger Theater.
The occasion was marked by a red-carpet event, where celebrities, cultural icons and community leaders including Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, James Beard Award-winning Chef Roy Yamaguchi and Olympic gold medalist surfer Carissa Moore gathered to honor this fusion of art and storytelling from the internationally renowned entertainment brand. The evening underscored the synergy between Cirque du Soleil’s creative vision and Outrigger’s commitment to preserving and sharing the aloha spirit.
Rooted in Hawaiian history and mythology, "‘Auana" takes audiences through eight chapters with dreamlike scenes and daring acrobatic portrayals. The world premiere performance provided a transcendent experience for all in attendance, fusing traditional Hawaiian language, song and hula with rousing theatrics and acrobatic ability.
Ticket prices for ‘Auana start at $85 inclusive of taxes and fees. Also available is the ‘Auana VIP Experience—a premium add-on for ticket holders. This package includes a 90-minute reception in a private open-air lounge at Maui Brewing Company Waikīkī, complete with a menu of Pacific Rim-inspired cuisine, ‘Auana-inspired cocktails and Maui Brewing’s locally crafted beverages. VIP guests will also have the opportunity to meet ‘Auana cast members, take photos and view behind-the-scenes content.
For tickets and more details, visit www.cirquedusoleil.com/hawaii.
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