Intro

Hahai nō ka ua i ka ulu lā’au (The rain follows after the forest). The mana of Hawaiʻi’s native forests awakens with the magic of animation, music, narration, and hula of the Symphony of the Hawai‘i Forests.

Presented for the first time in public performance, journey from raindrops to rivers to the deepest roots with stories to ignite the imagination and safeguard our natural wonders.

An adventure perfect for the family, time travel alongside native plants, wildlife, snails, and mountain giants as they guide their human friends to discover their connections and role in preserving the life-giving ʻāina. 

• Artists

  Starr Kalahiki, narrator

  Dane Lam, conductor

• Program

  I. Kāwili
  Animated by Elyse Chai
  Music by Michael-Thomas Foumai

  II. Kāmau
  Animated by Kalilinoe Detwiler
  Music By Tonia Ko

  III. Ka Wai Ke Kumu Ola
  Animated by Laura Margulies
  Music By Takuma Itoh

  IV. Kāpili
  Animated by Chesley Cannon
  ao kuewa by Leilehua Lanzilotti

  V. Kāhuli
  Animated by Mirren Hollison
  Music by Herb Mahelona

  VI. Hoʻāla
  Artwork from Student Art Contest
  Music by Justin Park

• Safety

  For the safety of our audiences, masks are encouraged and contact points will be minimized.

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*Tickets for this concert are sold online or through the HSO Box Office. For additional information, please call the HSO Box Office at (808) 380-7720, T-F between 10 am - 2 pm.