Faith calendar Nov 22, 2009
21, Unity Church of Hawai'i, room 201, Diamond Head; information, 735-4436. "BUDDHIST ART: DEVELOPMENT OF PURE LAND ART," lecture series by Willa Tanabe, University of Hawai'i-Manoa professor emeritus of art history; 7-9 p.m. Nov., 25, Dec. 2 and 9; Buddhist Study Center; information, 973-6555. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Bountiful buffet a treat for the senses Nov 21, 2009
In addition to the food, which is quite good, there's the view: the sea and, if you dip your head almost down to the top of the table, all of Diamond Head (the restaurant is on the ewa side of the hotel, opposite RumFire). Plus, there's entertainment. (Honolulu Advertiser)
The art of holiday gift-giving Nov 14, 2009
DIAMOND HEAD THEATRE. Holiday season production: Irving Berlin's musical "White Christmas," Dec. 4-20, $12-$42. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Fans in tune with latest furlough Fridays song Nov 14, 2009
A scene in "2012," opening today, shows Waikk going up in flames and lava spewing from Diamond Head. Never mind that the volcano isn't active. (Honolulu Advertiser)
'Dancing' raises profile of ex-Islander Nov 10, 2009
"Before I surf, I go to Diamond Head cemetery, and I visit both grandmothers and my great-grandparents there." Of the open, breezy grounds, he said, "It really grounds me because Hollywood is a crazy place and show business is just insane." Dacascos laughed, adding, "It's wonderful at times, but insane.". What he enjoys most about surfing is: "You only get what you've earned. If you can't paddle in and out, you won't get the waves you want. I love that. It's a metaphor for life.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
Hawaii renewable energy race sees a few projects drop out Nov 6, 2009
Diamond Head Renewable Sources: Waste-to-energy plant and ethanol refinery on Oahu. Pages: 1. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Ticketmaster Announces Multi-Year Extension of Partnership with Honolulu's Neal S. Blaisdell Center Oct 22, 2009
"We are pleased to extend our long-standing partnership with the City and County of Honolulus premier venues in order to promote live entertainment in Honolulu, as well as tourism on the Islands in general, said Shirley Alexander, general manager Ticketmaster Hawaii. While expanding this alliance, we intend to broaden Ticketmasters reach even further by building upon our partnerships with the Hawaii Visitors Bureau and others so that, in the long run, we will all benefit from this... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Lots of choices for business travelers in Waikiki Oct 21, 2009
The live Hawaiian music and the views of Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head are first class ... Diamond Head State Monument ... Diamond Head is an easy 1. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Lineup set for Oct. 25 tribute to Elissa Josephsohn Oct 13, 2009
Shooting Stars, Diamond Head Theater's Youth Group. Jade Stice and Matthew Pederson from the Original Broadway castof "Miss Saigon". (Honolulu Advertiser)
Entertainers to honor publicist Oct 13, 2009
The Shooting Stars, the youth ensemble from Diamond Head Theatre. Jade Stice and Matthew Pedersen, Hawai'i residents from Broadway's original "Miss Saigon" cast. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Islam Day honors commonality Sep 26, 2009
Tiffany Bakrim of Diamond Head applies a henna tattoo to Celene Rodriguez of 'Ewa Beach at the festival. Photos by NORMAN SHAPIRO | The Honolulu Advertiser. (Honolulu Advertiser)
On with the show Sep 14, 2009
Diamond Head Theatre finished last season in the black, despite two productions that didn't do as well as expected ... Diamond Head Theatre. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Curtains rise as local theaters debut their seasons Sep 5, 2009
Next week, Army Community Theatre opens "Barnum," a colorful look at "America's greatest showman," P.T. Barnum, and Diamond Head Theatre will also opens its season Sept. 25 with "The Drowsy Chaperone." ... " "The Threepenny Opera" May 13-March 29The revival of the revolutionary Bertolt Brecht/Kurt Weill piece is set in London's seedy Soho district before and during the coronation of Queen Victoria.Army Community Theatre Readers TheaterRichardson Theatre, Fort Shafter 438-4480Tickets: FreeSundays... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Norah Jones show canceled Sep 3, 2009
Diamond Head Theatre still needs to sell eight tables for its annual gala fundraiser in October but managing director Deena Dray said she's happy with efforts so far given the weak economy. The fundraiser The Honolulu Advertiser 'Ilima Awards generates about 12 percent of the organization's annual operating costs. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Isle publicist's passion helped arts and restaurants flourish Aug 23, 2009
Josephsohn also represented Ballet Hawaii, Army Community Theatre and Diamond Head Theatre ... Ron Gibson, chief executive officer of GM Entertainment, who worked with Josephsohn on the Diamond Head Crater Celebrations in 2006 and '07, said, "She was my pal for 35 years. When I first got to Hawaii, we worked together on an incredible show with the symphony, the 'Star Wars' laser show at the Waikiki Shell, and that's how our friendship started." ... Josephsohn also represented Ballet Hawaii, Army... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Publicist Elissa Josephsohn dies at 60 Aug 22, 2009
Josephsohn was diagnosed with a rare type of cancer in 2007, just after working on the Diamond Head Crater Celebration ... Josephsohn was diagnosed with a rare type of cancer in 2007, just after working on the Diamond Head Crater Celebration. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Iolani Palace to remain quiet as Hawaii observes 50th Aug 22, 2009
Starts at Ala Moana Beach Park (Diamond Head side) and ends at the Hawai'i Convention Center, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.. Tuesday. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Double Fine and EA Announce Super-Charged Soundtrack for Brütal Legend Aug 11, 2009
Double Fine and EA Announce Super-Charged Soundtrack for Br. "market" : {"NAME" : "U.S.", "ID" : "us_market", "TZ" : "ET", "TZOFFSET" : "-14400", "open" : "1249997424", "close" : "1250020824", "flags" : {}} , "STREAMER_SERVER" : "http://streamerapi.finance.yahoo.com","arrowAsChangeSign" : false,"throttleInterval": "1000". (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Heavy metal hot list Aug 4, 2009
Pretty much unknown in America, Diamond Head's obscure 1980 debut "Lightning to the Nations" is nonetheless toweringly influential on modern metal, mostly because of who heard it ... The first generation of thrash bands, including Metallica, Slayer and Megadeth, openly cite Diamond Head as an inspiration, and Metallica has covered three Diamond Head tunes - "Am I Evil," "The Prince" and "Helpless." ... Unfortunately, label struggles and bad decisions quickly torpedoed Diamond Head's chances of... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
USS Hawaii submarine arrives at new home port of Pearl Harbor Jul 25, 2009
The sub arrived off Diamond Head yesterday morning. Gov. Linda Lingle, the sub's "sponsor," went out by boat to greet the lei-draped Hawai'i as it came through the Pearl Harbor channel, and spent a few minutes aboard shaking hands with crew. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Diamond Head Theatre extends 'The Wedding Singer' Jul 16, 2009
Diamond Head Theatre extends 'The Wedding Singer ... Diamond Head Theatre added two more shows today for "The Wedding Singer," its final stage production of the season. (Honolulu Advertiser)
'Wedding Singer' an energetic affair Jul 16, 2009
Cast members rehearse the opening number for "The Wedding Singer," now playing at Diamond Head Theatre ... Diamond Head Theatre. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Hawaii's cheapest cruise sails into sunset Jul 2, 2009
"With six premium ships sailing throughout Europe and an extensive selection of itineraries, guests can select ABOARD THE MELISSA ANN -- Crewmembers hooted and applauded as the last boat in Honolulu's failed city ferry service sailed into another gorgeous Hawaii sunset to end one of the seas' best bargains for tourists and commuters.TheBoat, for $2 or a public bus transfer, offered flying fish, dolphins and whales against a backdrop of Diamond Head and the Honolulu skyline.A capacity 149... (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
More of this story Jul 2, 2009
They climbed to the top of Diamond Head and then up a spiral stairway of 200 steps. I do hope you get the picture from my description as I am not too sure I do. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Jackson was king at two Aloha Stadium concerts in 1997 Jun 26, 2009
"I met Michael Jackson at Kahala Mall when he was here for the private Pepsi Convention (in Diamond Head Crater, with Tina Turner, must have been the late '80s.) Stood about my height, simple clothing (jeans, white T-shirt, black long-sleeve shirt). The skin color on his face was just turning white the change was real noticeable. Had a short conversation with him real shy, quiet demeanor. Despite all his later troubles...what a talent.". lect> Add your comment (max {maxchars} characters) You... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Hawaii hotels offers great (and bizarre) deals Jun 3, 2009
A convertible Bentley belonging to the exclusive Halekulani hotel drives near Diamond Head, in Honolulu. Hawaii hotels are offering great perks, including free nights, upgraded rooms, and discounted luau tickets. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
From the Hip Jun 1, 2009
The producer, musician and environmental activist is also a yoga instructor at the Diamond Head Yoga Studio. His music studio runs off solar power. (Honolulu Advertiser)
'Renaissance' plan for Hawaii parks shifts into low-budget gear May 28, 2009
But he points out two things: The department isn't planning to charge Hawai'i residents, and charging a fee hasn't slowed the flow of visitors at Diamond Head. Diamond Head, a state monument, started charging $1 a head to all walk-in visitors in 2000, added a $5 car fee in 2003 and offers annual passes ... From 2003 to 2008 Diamond Head's annual fee income rose from $773,000 to $800,000. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Almost famous means check's always in mail May 16, 2009
Pennaz, who plays Freddy Benson in Diamond Head Theatre's "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels," gets his royalties from the 2008 comedy filmed on O'ahu "Forgetting Sarah Marshall.". "I was the bratty kid's dad," Pennaz said, laughing, "but my scene was cut, so you can only see me on the extended DVD version.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
Festival high point of year for Island book lovers May 11, 2009
One don't-miss, they say, will be actress, playwright and director Eden-Lee Murray presenting a performance of "No Sweat Shakespeah" and serving as the emcee at the Keiki Stage, featuring the Diamond Head Theatre Shooting Stars and mini-selections by nearly every theater group on O'ahu. SENSE OF PLACE. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Auditions set for DHT's 'Wedding Singer' May 9, 2009
Diamond Head Theatre will be holding auditions for the Hawaii premiere of "The Wedding Singer" May 15 through May 17 ... Perusal scripts are available at the Diamond Head Theatre Box Office, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Scripts must be read on-site. (Honolulu Advertiser)
The light stuff: Hawaii's historic lighthouses May 8, 2009
Landmark light: It's hard to miss Diamond Head, the massive volcanic crater known to Hawaiians as L ahi (the brow of the ahi) ... But while you're in the area, look for the paved trail north of the lighthouse leading to the tidepool-fringed Diamond Head Beach Park ... Just beyond you can watch expert surfers from the pullouts overlooking Kuilei Cliffs Beach Park; continuing along Diamond Head Road will take you to the entrance of It's less than a mile from the trailhead to the summit, but it's... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Kilauea's old lighthouse about to get brighter future May 1, 2009
The National Park Service's Maritime Heritage Program recognizes seven historically significant lighthouses in Hawai'i: those at Kilauea (1913) and Nawiliwili Harbor (1933) on Kaua'i; at Makapu'u Point (1909), Diamond Head (1918) and Barbers Point (1933) on O'ahu; at Cape Kumukahi (1934) on the Big Island; and the Kalaupapa Light (1909) on Moloka'i. The lighthouse converted to electricity in the 1930s. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl Continues With New Year's Eve Date Apr 18, 2009
Charleston Classic (S.C.); Diamond Head Classic (Honolulu); Old Spice Classic (Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, Fla. O'Reilly Auto Parts Puerto Rico Tip-Off (San Juan); O'Reilly Auto Parts All-College Classic (Oklahoma City); SEC/BIG EAST Invitational; and the ESPNU BracketBusters; as well as the ESPN National Golf Challenge presented by Callaway. (Themwc.com)
Unhappy hour Apr 14, 2009
At the Diamond Head end of Pauahi Street downtown, a ragged bar opens onto Fort Street Mall ... At the Diamond Head end of Pauahi Street downtown, a ragged bar opens onto Fort Street Mall. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Health calendar Apr 3, 2009
"TAI CHI EXERCISES workshop series for seniors 55 and older: "Flexibility and Tai Chi" 9:30-11:30 a.m. April 3; and "Vision Training and Tai Chi," 9:30-11:30 a.m. April 17; Windward Community College, Hale Kuhina, room 115; $9; 235-7433.JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION day-long seminar, featuring Dr. H. Peter Chase, professor of pediatrics, Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes and author of the Pink Panther Understanding Diabetes book series, with sessions on basic management, family... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Head-to-Head Apr 1, 2009
Metal fans will also be happy to see a few other bands in the track list, including Machine Head, Samhain, and Diamond Head. For full access to this article you must be an IGN Insider Member. (IGN N64)
Time for a little R-E-S-P-E-C-T for the local stars Mar 29, 2009
But Shari Lynn now gets credit for "Gypsy," the musical at Diamond Head Theatre ... Shari Lynn, right, as Mama Rose, with Dennis Proulx as Herbie and Candes Meijide-Gentry as Louise/Gypsy, in Diamond Head Theatre's "Gypsy" ... Diamond Head Theatre. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Theme nights and costume parties are all the rage in club land Mar 28, 2009
Lotus at Diamond Head. 2885 Kalakaua Ave.. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Memphis Softball Hawaiian Adventure Part Four Mar 16, 2009
In the morning, some of the staff hiked Diamond Head Mountain that overlooks Waikiki Beach. The hike was about 0. (Gotigersgo.com)
Drinks aren't the only draw at these bars Mar 14, 2009
RumFire is a bit of a puzzlement: Both the hip and chic decor (floor-to-ceiling windows offering Diamond Head views, contemporary wall sculptures, orange-is-the-new-black color scheme) and Hazama's esoteric menu seem almost too sophisticated for what is, after all, a bar. But perhaps because it contrasts so sharply to the pseudo-Polynesian kitsch of most other oceanfront Waikiki properties, it's obviously working even on a weeknight amid a recession, they were pumpin. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Movie Review: RiP A Remix Manifesto Mar 13, 2009
Culture always builds on the past: Whether it was composer/piano virtuoso Franz Liszt using Gypsy melodies in his compositions, Metallica borrowing song structures from Diamond Head or The Rolling Stones recording Robert Johnson's "Love in Vain" as a "traditional, arranged by Keith Richards," composers have always used previous works as inspiration for their own pieces. Gaylor even identifies Walt Disney - whose company is now among the most aggressive of copyright holders - as an inveterate... (Suite101.com)
Fest's Full Slate Mar 10, 2009
Other highlights include films by Deepa Mehta ("Heaven on Earth") and her brother, noted still photographer Dilip Mehta (a documentary, "The Forgotten Woman"); Ang Lee in person to discuss a screening of his 2007 film "Lust, Caution"; a 1962 Charlton Heston movie, "Diamond Head," that looks at race relations in Hawaii upon its impending statehood; a retrospective of 81-year-old Japanese media artist Takahiko Iimura; and new films by China's Jia Zhangke ("24 City") and Bay Area filmmakers... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Where Are Classic Game-Show Hosts Now? Mar 7, 2009
After "The Newlywed Game," Eubanks hosted several other game shows including: "Rhyme and Reason," "Dream House," "The Diamond Head Game" and "Trivia Trap.". Monty Hall, "Let's Make A Deal" Hall, who is from Canada, hosted several smaller game shows before appearing on "Let's Make A Deal" from 1963 to 1976. (KERO 23, CA)
'Curtains' lacks focus but still a lot of fun Mar 5, 2009
Thomas Johnson, last seen in Diamond Head Theatre's "Les Misrables," has that honor, with "I Miss the Music.". Other songs include a square dance and saloon hall dance numbers, a hymn to the sacredness of a performing artist and, in subtle parody of Rodgers and Hammerstein, a dream sequence filled with shimmering Mylar. (Honolulu Advertiser)
2 music greats, 1 weekend Feb 28, 2009
"It just has a great ambiance. You're right off the beach. Being a surfer myself, it was cool to see surfers just sitting on their boards listening to the music with Diamond Head in the background. Now I want to carry on where Don Ho left off at the Beachcomber.". An equally cool story is offered by Miller, who credits Paul McCartney's words of wisdom for improving his songs. (Honolulu Advertiser)
'Guitar Hero: Metallica' Artwork Unveiled - Feb. 17, 2009 Feb 18, 2009
ALICE IN CHAINS - No Excuses* BOB SEGER - Turn The Page* CORROSION OF CONFORMITY - Albatross* DIAMOND HEAD - Am I Evil. FOO FIGHTERS - Stacked Actors* JUDAS PRIEST - Hell Bent For Leather* KYUSS - Demon Cleaner* LYNYRD SKYNYRD - Tuesdays Gone* MACHINE HEAD - Beautiful Mourning* MASTODON - Blood And Thunder* MERCYFUL FATE - Evil* MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP - Armed and Ready* MOTRHEAD - Ace of Spades* QUEEN - Stone Cold Crazy* SAMHAIN - Mother of Mercy* SLAYER - War Ensemble* SOCIAL DISTORTION -... (Blabbermouth.net)
'Fixies' bombing through a neighborhood near you Feb 16, 2009
Members of the Aloha Fixed group ride their fixed-gear bicycles along Diamond Head Road. "Sometimes you have to go into the other lane, and that's kind of scary. But if it's the back of someone's SUV or the other lane, the other lane looks pretty good.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
On the Scene Feb 11, 2009
JOHN BERGER / JBERGER@STARBULELTIN.COM STARS SHINE AT HOT PARTY: Kelly Anderson (Lescaut) talked with Manon Lescaut cast member Pauline Taumalolo, top left, executive director Karen Tiller, Jeannie Anderson and Gretchen Mueller at Hawaii Opera Theatres Meet the Stars party Jan. 31 at Andersons Diamond Head residence. Andersons performance as the dashing and resourceful brother of the doomed heroine helped power the compelling, emotionally charged drama. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Film Fest Opens Soon Feb 11, 2009
That would be "Diamond Head" (March 15, Castro), a 1962 Charlton Heston epic about Hawaiian statehood and the racial tensions that went with it. In all, the festival will screen 108 films, including seven programs of shorts. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
