LIHU‘E — Kaua‘i’s Got Talent returns to Princeville Saturday, providing yet another opportunity for the talented young people of Kaua‘i to shine. The second annual showcase begins at 5 p.m. at the Princeville Church of the Pacific. Food will be
LIHU‘E — Kaua‘i’s Got Talent returns to Princeville Saturday, providing yet another opportunity for the talented young people of Kaua‘i to shine.
The second annual showcase begins at 5 p.m. at the Princeville Church of the Pacific. Food will be available for purchase beginning at 4:30 p.m.
Last year’s event, described as “a great hit showcasing 19 acts from the ages of 5 to 21,” featured a talented aerialist, local rock band OCDC and many other dancers, singers, violinists and pianists. This year promises to be nothing short of spectacular, according to event organizer Mary Frazier.
“The contestants range in age from 5 to 15,” she said. “Our youth will display their talents in vocal music, Tahitian dance, silk aerial duet and other venues.”
Frazier said Kaua‘i’s Got Talent is an evening designed to invite the local and vacationing community to come out in support of local youth.
Pastor Glenn Frazier echoed his wife’s message, saying that the featured youngsters have put a lot of time, effort and love into learning art and music disciplines.
“Live performance and supportive competition is a way in which these gifted young men and women can receive encouragement to continue in good and positive personal development,” he said.
A local committee has been working closely with the business community to be able to offer gifts of appreciation to the contestants, according to event organizers.
Cash prizes of $300, $200 and $100 will be awarded to the top three finishers, and all contestants will receive a free golf pass from Kilauea Mini Golf.
Raffle tickets for a new ‘ukulele, donated by Hanalei Strings and Things, will be available for purchase.
While Kaua‘i’s Got Talent is primarily about supporting local youth, Mary said it will also act as a fundraiser for future music events, ministries of community service, such as the North Shore Food Pantry, and community support groups, including Alzheimer’s and Alcoholics Anonymous.
Beverley Tobias shared her excitement about this year’s judges, who she said have volunteered to critique the performances and offer positive encouragement.
Judges will include Kaua‘i vocalist and piano instructor Joyce Anglemyer, Church of the Pacific choral and music director Mark Goodman and Dan Spriggs, a percussionist and board member of the Kaua‘i Concert Association. Local musician and comedian Michele Rundgren will serve as the master of ceremonies.
Tickets will be available at the door and cost $15 for adults, $5 for children ages 2 to 12. Children two and younger get in for free.
“This is a wonderful community opportunity to show our love and support for the talented young men and women who give special time to develop their gifts in the area of music and dance,” said Jeni Hardy of the church.
Contact the Princeville Church of the Pacific at 826-6481 for more information.
• Chris D’Angelo, lifestyle writer, can be reached at 245-0441 or lifestyle@thegardenisland.com.
