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CONCERT: SEPT. 20
Guitarist Jeff Linsky performs new music inspired by visits to Kalaupapa, Moloka'i. Linksy is best known for his fusion of Latin rhythms with jazz classics; his most recent work adds some Hawaiian flavor to his unique sound.
7:30 p.m. Sept. 20 / Doris Duke Theatre / $30 general, $25 museum members/ 532-8700
FILM FESTIVAL:
SEPT. 25-30
Six Italian films — all Hawai'i premieres and one an American premiere — will be screened at the fifth annual Cinema Italiano. The films:
Sept. 25-30 / Per screening: $7 general, $6 seniors, students and military, $5 museum members; flash pass: $60 general, $50 Friends of Italy
Society of Hawai'i and museum members / Doris Duke Theatre, Honolulu Academy of Arts / 737-CIAO (2426)
STAGE: SEPT. 26-OCT.12
Diamond Head Theatre opens its 2008-09 season with "Les Misérables," a Hawai'i community-theater premiere. The epic musical, based on the novel by Victor Hugo, takes place in 19th-century France and tells the story of protagonist Jean Valjean. The score includes iconic songs including "On My Own," "I Dreamed a Dream," and "Do You Hear the People Sing?" And it's already been extended; see below.
Premieres 8 p.m. Sept. 26; repeats 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays, 4 p.m. Sundays (matinees: 3 p.m. Oct. 4 and 11) through Oct. 12; added shows: 8 p.m. Oct. 16-17, 19; 3 p.m. Oct. 18; 4 p.m. Oct. 19 / Diamond Head Theatre / $12, $22, $32, $42 / 733-0274 , www.diamondheadtheatre.com
CONCERT: OCT. 3-4
Amy Hanaiali'i, whose latest CD, "'Aumakua," was recently released, joins the Honolulu Symphony for a pair of Toyota Pops concerts. She will share the stage with Grammy-winning slack-key guitarist Jeff Peterson. Willie K originally was scheduled for these pops concerts but had scheduling conflicts.
8 p.m. Oct. 3-4 / Blaisdell Concert Hall / $20, $34, $49, $82 general; $17, $28, $40, $66 seniors/military / 877-750-4400, www.ticketmaster.com
CONCERT: OCT. 4
"Domo arigato, Mr. Roboto ..." Oh yes, Styx, right, returns to the Islands after 25 years. The American rock band of the '70s and '80s is best known for hits songs such as "Renegade," "Lady," "Come Sail Away" and "Too Much Time on My Hands." After taking a three-year break, Styx reunited in 1995 and hasn't stopped rocking since.
7:30 p.m. Oct. 9 / Blaisdell Concert Hall / $40, $55, $70, $85 / 877-750-4400, www.ticketmaster.com
BENEFIT: OCT. 4
The annual fundraiser Taste at Kapolei, below, on a "green" theme, using environmentally friendly dinnerware, fireworks and recyclable products. More than 20 O'ahu restaurants, including the Moana Surfrider's Beach House and the Top of Waikiki, are scheduled to participate. There will also be a Kids Zone, entertainment, farmers market and a silent auction, too. Tickets are $5 cheaper if you get them early. Proceeds go to Leeward O'ahu community and educational programs.
5:30-9 p.m. Oct. 4 / Ko Olina Resort & Marina / $70 general, $30 children 7-12 through Sept. 15; $75, $35 afterward; free for those 7 and under / 545-2772, www.hawaiisbesttickets.com., www.tasteatkapolei.com
FESTIVAL: OCT. 4-5
The sixth annual Splendor of China Cultural Festival and Tradeshow showcases performances by magicians, acrobats, comedians and musicians from Beijing, cultural displays and more than 130 vendors. Chef Martin Yan, left, host of "Yan Can Cook," will give a cooking demo.
10 a.m.-9 p.m. Oct. 4, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 5 / Blaisdell Exhibition Hall / $6 general, $4 military, free for children 9 and under / 533-3181, www.SplendorofChina.com
FESTIVAL: OCT. 4-5
Food booths, arts and crafts, entertainment and sharing of American Indian traditions are part of the 34th annual Intertribal Pow Wow, a colorful and much-anticipated event on the Honolulu landscape. It's hosted by the American
Indian Pow Wow Association.
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 4-5 / Thomas Square / Free admission / 734-8018
CONCERT: OCT. 7
Conor Oberst, left, and the Mystic Valley Band make their Hawai'i debut with a concert at Pipeline. Former frontman of a number of '90s bands, including Bright Eyes, Desaparecidos and Park Ave., Oberst established himself as a defining singer/songwriter. Last month his first self-titled solo album in over 10 years was released to rave reviews.
8 p.m. Oct. 7 / Pipeline Cafe / All ages / $28 advance / 877-750-4400, www.ticketmaster.com
CLUBS: OCT. 9-11
DJ/musician Mark Farina, right, known for his Chicago house, acid jazz and downtempo sound, headlines the Mushroom Music Festival 2008. The festival, which also showcases local DJs G-Spot, Daniel J and Ikon, stops in Kaua'i, Maui and O'ahu. Special guest Lady Miss Kier, lead singer of the '90s pop group Deee-Lite, and DJ Sparx also perform at the O'ahu show.
