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Great Performances: Holo Mai Pele
Featuring Halau o Kekuhi, Hawai'i's premiere hula troupe, this one-hour performance program features a dazzling display of ancient hula and chant. Two separate companion websites document 1) the theatrical staging of the epic myth cycle of volcano goddess Pele and her favored sister Hi'iaka; and 2) the national broadcast of the one-hour film on PBS' Great Performances (click on "Hula Gestures" at left for a multimedia presentation). (2002)
American Experience: Hawaii's Last Queen
This program profiles Lili'uokalani, the last monarch of Hawaii before the island's annexation to the U.S.
(1998)
Independent Lens: Heart of the Sea
Heart of the Sea is a portrait of Hawaii surf legend Rell Kapolioka'ehukai Sunn, who carved the way for women in a sport once dominated by men.
(2003)
Nova: Hawaii - Born of Fire
This episode of Nova follows scientists who are studying the history of the volcanic islands of Hawaii and the special adaptations of plant and animal life that have developed there.
(1996)
Ancestors: Hawai'i Resource Guide
Find links to archives, libraries, genealogical societies, historical societies and other helpful websites for tracing roots in Hawai'i. (2000)
Skin Stories: The Art and Culture of the Polynesian Tattoo: Hawai'i
Like other Polynesians, the Hawaiian people imported their traditional tattoo art, known as kakau, to the islands. Learn more about this ancient art. (2003)
Wayfinders: A Pacific Odyssey
Centuries before European explorers ventured out onto the high seas, Polynesian wayfinders had sailed to every habitable island in the far corners of the Pacific. Find out more about the history and intricacies of wayfinding. (1999)
All Things Considered: Documentary Tracks Hula's History
Hear Lisette Marie Flanary, co-producer of "American Aloha: Hula Beyond Hawaii" talk about exploring the roots and meaning of hula.
Native America Calling
Filmmaker Lisette Marie Flanary and hula teacher Patrick Makuakane talk about hula and stereotypes on public radio's "Native America Calling" talk show.
The Todd Mundt Show: Amy Stillman
Amy Stillman discusses the long history of hula dancing, and the resurgence in popularity of the island boogie in the mainland U.S. She explains the intricacies of the dance, and how body movement can convey meaning much like a language. (July 18, 2002)
Morning Edition: Nona Beamer: Hawaiian Elder
Hawaiian Public Radio's Heidi Chang reports on Nona Beamer, one of the last links to the art of Hawaiian storytelling, chant and traditional hula. Beamer is well known for her efforts to preserve Hawai'i's cultural heritage and for her unique knowledge of 242 different types of ancient hulas. (6:42 minutes, Jan. 5, 2000)
Morning Edition: Hawaiian Language
Marcie Sillman from member station KUOW reports on the teaching of Hawai'i's native language on the Hawaiian Islands. It is a practice that was banned for almost a century. Some Hawaiians say the language serves as a link to their Polynesian history. (7:18 minutes, May 30, 2002)
All Things Considered: Master's Degree in Hawaiian
Liane Hansen talks with Hiapo Perreira, the first person to get a master's degree in Hawaiian Language and Literature. His master's in a Native American language is the first in the country. Perreira wrote his master's thesis entirely in the Hawaiian language. The Ka Haka 'Ula O Ke'elikolani College of Hawaiian Language at the University of Hawaii has had inquiries from other Native American language programs interested in using the program as a model. (3:11 minutes, May 23, 2002)
Morning Edition: HAPA
When we think of Hawaiian music, we think of hula dancing, Don Ho and Elvis' Blue Hawaii. Liane talks to HAPA, two "local" musicians who have created a new sound of contemporary island tunes. (11:26 minutes, Oct. 15, 2000)
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