Arts & Activities

‘Annie Jr.’

Kalaheo School cafeteria

The popular comic-strip heroine takes center stage in one of the world’s best-loved musicals. Based on the Tribune Media Service Comic Strip, “Little Orphan Annie,” “Annie Jr.” brings to life the spunky, Depression-era orphan determined to find her parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City orphanage run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. “Annie Jr.” features, among others, the classic songs, “Tomorrow,” “I Think I’m Gonna Like it Here,” and “I Don’t Need Anything but You,” with music by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Martin Charnin and Book by Thomas Meehan.

Annie is being played by Helena Huffman, with Jeffrey Peterson as Oliver Warbucks, Abigayl Cox as Grace Farrell and Tylyn Nakamura as the infamous Ms. Hannigan. Jacob Herr and Carolyn Price play the villainous Rooster and Lilly. Over 30 other students play the various orphans and ensemble roles. Directed by Marly Madayag. Tickets available at the school or door prior to the show: $5, adults; children 12 and under free. Come early and enjoy the food booth and enter a drawing with the grand prize being a sterling-silver, key-heart locket chain ($375 value) donated by Tiffany.

‘Once Upon a

Convention Hall

Kaua‘i Performing Arts Center presents the story of a love-sick nobleman wishing to marry his sweetheart. No one in Prince Dauntless’s kingdom is permitted to marry until the prince himself exchanges vows — a problem magnified by an overprotective mother, Queen Aggravain. This does not sit well with the honorable Sir Harry, a man whose heart longs to wed the fair Lady Larkin. After a long journey specifically designed to find the prince a bride, he returns to his kingdom to present Princess Winnifred of the swamps. Immediately smitten by the princess, Prince Dauntless sets into motion plans for a lavish wedding as his scheming mother cooks up a test that’s sure to send his marital plans awry. KPAC is a state Department of Education Program.

Tickets are $10 advance, $12 at the door for adults; $8 advance, $10 at the door for students. Tickets available from cast members or at the following outlets: North Shore Pharmacy, Kilauea; Jim Saylor Jewelers, Kapa‘a; Mac Made Easy, Lihu‘e, (next to Sleeping Giant Realty on Ahukini Road); Progressive Expressions, Koloa; Scotty’s Music, Kalaheo.

Let Me Lead

Aboard the Golden Princess

Come dance with the Starlighters and celebrate May Day aboard the Golden Princess docked at Nawiliwili Harbor. “Let Me Lead” is a fundraiser for Leadership Kaua‘i and will include a served gourmet lunch; Hawaiian music by Doric Yaris and DJ Yaris; a silent auction of May Day floral arrangements and lei; a dance lesson by Dorin Ka‘auwai; and live dance music provided by The Starlighters. Dress is aloha wear or business casual. Free parking and shuttle pick up from Vidinha Stadium in Lihu‘e at 10:45 a.m. Prior confirmation and proper ID is required to board ship. Tickets are $40. For more information or to register e-mail info@leadershipkauai.org or call 246-8727.

Passion for Purses luncheon

Kaua‘i Beach Resort

Hale ‘Opio Kaua‘i presents a high tea and auction of thematically-filled purses. The first annual event is complete with silent and live auctions featuring new purses, handbags and totes of all sizes, design, color and purpose. Each bag is filled with specially-chosen surprises following a theme selected by the donor. Ron Mizutani of KHON2 will be master of ceremonies and will host the live auction. An elegant high tea will be served while guests browse and bid on the wide array of donated bags. All proceeds benefit programs for children, youth and families offered by Hale ‘Opio Kaua‘i, Inc. Tickets are $40. To reserve visit haleopio.org or call 245-2873, ext. 221, for more information.

Art opening and

Trees Lounge, Wailua

“Naked,” a show exploring the body, by painter Léo Azambuja opens Tuesday. This is his first solo exhibition on Kaua‘i. The show will feature a series of nude portraits painted in Hawai‘i and Brazil. The artist draws influences from late artists such as Van Gogh, Pollock and Basquiat, as well as contemporary ones such as Gerhard Richter, Jenny Saville and Beatriz Milhazes.

Live, Love and Laugh

KCC PAC; St. Regis

Kaua‘i Chorale presents a Mother’s Day celebration. This unique formula makes for a laughable evening of entertainment. Leading the chorale of 75 voices is Lois Ricciardi, with accompaniment by Virginia Shepherd. Added attractions are the Kahili Adventist School Singers, percussionist Dan Spriggs and Mayor Bernard Carvalho.

7:30 p.m. today show closes

Aston Kaua‘i Beach at Makaiwa, Paddle Room, Waipouli

Produced by Oceanside Productions, this 90-minute farce features Ross Martineau, Jeff Dema and Nellie Foster. The troupe runs riot over 500 years of American history as each actor repeatedly assumes new characters. Snacks and beverages available on site. On-line discounts are at an exclusive kama‘aina rate of $20; $30 for visitors, and $5 more at the door.

For more information, call 212-8444. Visit oceansideproductions.com for discounted tickets.