Entertainment
Hawaiian storytellers, contemporary dance troupes, comedians, musical
groups and more, now, that's entertainment! At Current Affairs, we can
assist our Clients with all of their entertainment needs, booking
everything from exclusive Mainland name acts to unique local
performers. Our first step is to determine the Client's event
objectives and the emotions and mood they'd like to capture and
portray. We then build an entertainment experience with recommendations
from our vast array of talent resources in such categories as: - Casino games
- Cirque performances
- Classical
- Comedian
- Dance bands
- DJs
- Hawaiian dancers
- Hawaiian music (traditional and contemporary)
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- Magicians
- Motivational speakers
- National recording artists
- Theatrical productions
- Unique stage show
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| | Bands |
| | Mabanzi Marimba | 
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| Mabanzi was first formed in 2002 by a fortuitous set of circumstances bringing the only three people on Oahu who played Shona music together at a block party. Shortly after Chris Zorn moved to Oahu from Colorado where he had been teaching Shona marimba music for the last decade. Thus the first Shona marimba group in the islands was born. That group was called Matanzima and performed around the island. In 2003 the group changed personnel and became Mabanzi Marimba. Today Mabanzi has 12 members including the addition of vocals, guitar, bass and drums into the mix. Info request |
| | Hot Club of Hulaville | 
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| The Hot Club of Hulaville is a Honolulu quintet playing the very best in Continental and French Gypsy Jazz. Although hardly a retro band, it does hark back to the stylings of the Hot Club of France with Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grapelli. The group elegantly weaves its way from the Great American Songbook to more modern pieces that are favorites of listeners of all ages. The Hot Club of Hulaville is performing both complex instrumental and vocal selections to rave reviews and its distinctive sound is being hailed as something quite new and refreshing in Honolulu. The musicians in the band are all concert veterans and primarily of classical conservatory training. But with an edge that can evolve only from their unique backgrounds. Info request
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| Mick Fleetwood's Island Rumours Band
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| Mick Fleetwood's Island Rumours Band is a unique and artistic contribution to his continuing musical journey. The outcome is an eclectic blend of blues, rock and Hawaiiana. A master of musical reincarnation, the founder of the iconic group Fleetwood Mac has ridden at the zenith of the music world for over forty years, adapting his music to the times and his own personal journeys. With roots in blues, Fleetwood easily transitioned to rock and along the way, incorporated numerous forms of music through personal interest and collaboration. In Mick Fleetwood's Island Rumours Band, Fleetwood seamlessly merges the sentiments and vibe of 40 years of familiar Fleetwood Mac music with the heart and soul of some of the best Native Hawaiian songs as well as some of the top performing artists on the Hawaiian scene today. Read more, download the PDF. Info request
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| | Paradise & Company | 
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| Explosive...exciting...energetic...Just a
few words to describe the most talked about and sought-after
entertainment package that will keep you coming back for more! Hawaii's
most popular show group, creates a dynamic 12-piece revue that's
guaranteed to keep you dancing and partying the night away. Five
of Hawaii's top singers, Sonya Mendez, Terri Spruill, Claudia Vasquez,
Tina Nagamine, and "Little Albert" Maligmat front a charismatic rhythm
section that's enhanced by the city's top horn players. Paradise &
Co. gives you more than you could ever imagine. With an array of
dazzling costume changes and fancy footwork set to an undeniable
groove, it won't be long till you realize that you are a big part of
this memorable, fun-filled dance extravaganza. Info request |
| | Quadraphonix | 
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| A group that effortlessly straddles the gap between avant-garde improvisation and accessible Funk and Latin grooves Quadraphonix has simultaneously earned standing as relentlessly innovative musicians and an enormously popular act.
Emerging out of the underground Honolulu club scene in 1999, the group began by playing extensively in their hometown before embarking on inter-island, cross-country and international tours. Having gained a diverse following across the United States and abroad, Quadraphonix has been successful in carrying out their ambitions of creating compelling original music and bringing it to the people.
With the ability to play muted acid jazz at openings, art galleries and five star restaurants, to rocking all out danceable Latin, Indian and Funk fusion at nightclubs, concerts and festivals, their improvisational abilities enable them to conform to any venue and any audience making them the go-to band to open for many international acts such as the Black Eyed Peas, Ozomatli, Eek a Mouse, DJ Carl Cox, Japan's Ska Giants - Kemuri, and others. Info request |
| | Unplugged | 
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| Imagine yourself walking into an event and hearing your favorite songs by the Beatles, Van Morrison and The Rolling Stones. You notice the incredible musicianship, the fascinating arrangements and the unmistakable clarity of sound. However, the songs are all the background music that is soothing to listen to. You have just experienced Unplugged. Unplugged is an acoustic quartet consisting of 2 guitars, bass and percussion. They play all the hits of the Classic Rock era, from Led Zeppelin to Crosby, Stills & Nash to Jimmy Hendrix. Perfect for background music or featured entertainment, Unplugged is worlds apart from any other band! Info request |
| | Solo Artists |
| | Jeff Peterson | 
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| As a performer, Jeff Peterson has had the honor to work with a wide range of artists and groups including Eric Clapton, slack key guitarists Ledward Kaapana, James Galway, Michael Feinstein, the Honolulu Symphony, Hawaii Opera Theatre, jazz bassist Rufus Reid, shakuhachi master Riley Lee, soprano Dana Hanchard, and with many other artists in the fields of Hawaiian, classical, and jazz music. He has three recordings on Hula Records International with Riley Lee and also released an acclaimed solo guitar recording featuring his slack key artistry. Wayne Harada from the Honolulu Advertiser reacted to hearing the CD by writing: "Add the Peterson name to the top 10 list of slack key giants". Info request
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| | George Kahumoku Jr. | 
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| A seasoned trouper, George has performed for audiences all over the world, including such dignitaries at the Queen of England and the Premier of China. He says that while walking out on the stage he knows he doesn't get to be with those people out there for very long, so he relaxes, has a great time, and gives them everything he can. At a concert or a gig, or when playing a CD, listeners are often unexpectedly moved by the unpretentious manner, deep musicality, and rich mixture of life experiences of George Kahumoku Jr. An enthusiastic cook, Hawai'i's Renaissance Man is happiest when sharing music and food with a group of family and friends, down on the beach or out in back on the porch. Info request |
| | Herb Ohta Jr. | 
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| The ukulele is the best-known Hawaiian instrument. In the 1950's and 60's all the bands had ukulele players. Today there is a renaissance of sorts, thanks to the popularity of the new generation of ukulele players incluencing the young people of Hawaii to pick up and learn to play. Herb Ohta Jr. is just one breed of ukulele player. As a teacher, composer, recording artist, entertainer, and producer, Herb Ohta Jr. solidly establishes himself in the company of musicians who promote our Hawaiian instrument in the music landscape today. It is Herb's goal to share the beauty of Hawaii's music, its culture, and the ukulele to people all over the world. Herb has performed throughout the state of Hawaii and has travleled overseas to Japan and the mainland USA. Herb Ohta Jr. is certainly a vanguard in this new generation of ukulele players. Info request
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| | Raiatea Helm | 
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| Raiatea Mokihana Helm made history in 2006 as Hawai'i's first solo female vocalist ever to receive a Grammy Nomination for her sophomore CD "Sweet and Lovely." At 21 years old, she was one of the youngest performers to attend the 48th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California. It was a remarkable achievement when you consider that she comes from the tiny island of Moloka'i, Hawai'i, a mere wisp of volcanic land in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.
With her performing and recording career now entering her seventh year, Raiatea has firmly established her reputation as Hawai'i's premier chanteuse. Although barely 23 years old, it is undeniable that Raiatea Mokihana Maile Helm will be a part of the national as well as international music scene for many years to come. Info request |
| | Hoku Zuttermeister | 
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| Hoku Zuttermeister (Kane'ohe, Hawaii), comes from a Hawaiian family dynasty that encompasses both the hula and music communities, including songwriter Kau'i Zuttermeister and Kumu Hula Noe Zuttermeister.
Hoku takes the songs of his favorite composers (Frank kawaikapuaokalani Hewett, Kawena Puku'i and Maddy Lam, among others, to heart and reinterprets them with his own style and has created a signature sound that will become instantly recovnizable to anyone willing to spend a moment with his music. Hoku's voice is deep and resonating, yet when he switches to the crystal-clear highs of falsetto, he shows enormous vocal range that he has worked to hard at perfecting. Behind his amazing voice comes the versatility of his instrumentation. Again, many years of practice and performance have helped to shape Hoku's guitar, bass and 'ukulele playing abilities, and these instruments form the base of all of his music. Info request |
| | Makana | 
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| Makana is the hottest new musical artist emerging from Hawaii. A protege of the Slack Key Masters, he is considered the youngest living master of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar and a pioneer in his own style of contemporary world rock. Makana has opened for greats like Sting and Santana, released four highly acclaimed and diverse albums, and is well received by audiences worldwide, often with standing ovations.
His music transcends category and trend by integrating elements of folk, rock, ethnic, classical, bluegrass, jazz, traditional, ambient and Hawaiian slack key in gentle to commanding arrangements. The result is innovation and the charting of new sonic frontiers with deep tiese to tradition. Ki Hoalu, or "slack key," is the indigenous Hawaiian art form that is the foundation upon which Makana creates ground-braking original music and reanimates classics. He attributets his command of the guitar over a decade of soaking up the licks and influence of Hawaii's treasured Masters of an art form older than the blues. Info request |
| | Taimane Gardner | 
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| At just 17 years of age, Taimane Tauiliili Bobby Gardner had already carved out her place as an ukulele virtuoso. Since winning her first ukulele competition at the age of six, Gardner has developed her talents into a successful career that has taken her around the world. Proudly representing her Samoan heritage in her name (Taimane means diamond in the Samoan language), this High School Senior at the Honolulu Waldorf School of the Arts has been a professional almost all of her life. At the age of 14, she became a featured performer with the late Don Ho at his legendary show at the Waikiki BeachComber Hotel. Among other highlights of her blossoming career are: performing at the Trump Casino in Palm Springs, performing on "Mezamashi TV" (Japan's number one morning TV show), recording songs for "The Ride," a locally-made movie about Duke Kahanamoku, and being voted as 'Olelo Television's "Next Rising Star." Info request |
| DJ's/VJ's
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| Pop40 Video Dance Party
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| Imagine a "TRL"-style VIDEO dance party at your event... POP Videos from the 70s and 80s to the current video hits play on large screens wrapping around the dance floor. Energetic dance lighting combined with this immersive multi-media experience will get even the shyest of guests excited and moving to the wild dance videos projected around the room. Don't book a boring old DJ, get a VJ with radio-style emcee to carry you through the decades with videos and dance music. Upgrade your experience and add the POP40 Dancers that perform choreographed routines with the hottest dance videos and do interactive Gogo sets throughout the night. The POP40 video installation is also great for band breaks or for cocktails and dinner sets. Info request |
| | Specialty Acts |
| | Finis Henderson | | Video |
| Being part of Finis Henderson's audience is equivalent to being invited to a reunion of some of the entertainment industry's greatest legends and contemporary favorites. Sinatra, Boys II Men, Presley, Alan Jackson, Nat King Cole and daughter Natalie, Sammy Davis, Jr., and many others gather on stage for an evening of music, dancing, and comedy. As he weaves the comic personas of the Reverend Jesse Jackson, Rodney Dangerfield, and Mike Tyson through the crowd, one is apt to forget they're not watching a crazed chorus, but the versatile talent of one dynamic performer. The sound is theirs...the voice is pure Finis Henderson. But as the evening draws to a close, it isn't a legend that brings the audience to its feet, but the intensely melodic strains of Mr. Henderson's own rendition of Music Of The Night. There is something about Finis Henderson's performance that makes him stand out from every other musical impressionist in the business. His obvious passion for entertaining, combined with his elegant style and limitless talent, make him one of the most successful performers on the corporate circuit today. Reflecting a rare agility not generally seen since entertainment's golden era, Finis does it all, as a dynamic singer, comedian and dancer, he stands alone in this day of specialized show business. In addition to live club, casino, and corporate appearances, his television credits include Make Me Laugh, The Jackson Mini Series, Nashville Now, Comic Strip Live, Crazy Horse Saloon, and A Little Bit Strange. Films include Wired and I'm Gonna Get You Sucka! Finis Henderson is going places. The marvelous gift he has been given is now his gift to us...polished to perfection and heading for stardom! Info request |
| | Incognito Artists | 
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| Incognito Artists, formerly known as Tenors & Divas Incognito, is an entertainment company that specialises in providing innovative and prestigious Acts for all kinds of special events including private parties, corporate functions, concerts and stadium events.
The Acts deliver the best of Opera, 'Rat Pack' and Dance, dazzling audiences with unique, unforgettable and stunning performances.
Whether disguised as three singing waiters, guests, or other characters’, their beautiful harmonious singing, breathtaking dancing, charisma and visual appeal prove Incognito Artists are world-class, one of a kind and perfect for any event. Info request |
| | Don Tiki | 
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| Don Tiki is the keeper of the flame of the evocative "exotica" genre of jungle jazz music pioneered by Les Baxter, Martin Denny and Arthur Lyman. Their tikipalooza extravaganza has garnered a devout following and includes Hawaii’s top musicians, the gorgeous Don Tiki Dancers, elaborate costumes, and quixotic choreography. Their show promises to be a ton of fun and your chance to kick back and soak up a little TLC...Tiki Lounge Culture! Info request |
| | Alizma | 
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| They're talented. They're bright. They're beautiful. And yes, they're identical! Meet Aleksandra, Izabela and Monika Okapiec, known professionally as ALIZMA. The 23-year-old triplets were born in Poland but are polishing their remarkable skills in America.
More than just three pretty faces, Alexsandra, Izabela and Monika all recently earned Masters Degrees in Violin Performance, but also specialize in voice and other string instuments, performing their own music along with classical and modern arrangements on stage and screen. Info request |
| Dancers
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| | Iona Contemporary Dance Theatre | 
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| Hawaii's premier dance ensemble, IONA Contemporary Dance Theatre is renowned for its harmonious and innovative blend of Eastern, Western and indigenous influences and has been mesmerizing audiences for over a decade with their one-of-a-kind viewer-attuned performances. Info request |
| | Tau Dance Theater |  |
| Tau Dance Theater is the first professional western form dance company from Hawaii to be reviewed in the national publication, Dance Magazine and international publication, Hula Lea - Tokyo, Japan. The company completed their first "National" performance in 2004 with a full evening length Hawaiian epic, Hanau Ka Moku: An Island is Born, in collaboration with Halau o Kekuhi in a traditional Hawaiian dance group specializing in chant, hula, and the myths and legends of the Goddess Pele of the volcano. Info request |
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