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14-03-2025
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‘Once in a lifetime opporunity:' ʻAuana by Cirque Du Soleil hosts open casting call
WAIKIKI, Hawaii (KHON2) — If you are a hula dancer looking for your next gig, ʻAuana by Cirque Du Soleil may have the opportunity for you. ʻAuana was unveiled at the Outrigger Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel in December 2024 as the first resident show created for Hawaii. Cirque du Soleil unveils ''Auana', first resident show created for Hawaii After completing over 100 shows, the Cirque Du Soleil team is looking to expand their talent by hosting an open casting call on Monday, March 17. Officials said they are searching for those proficient in hula kahiko and hula auana styles. One hula dancer, Keoni Brache, shared his journey to the ʻAuana stage with KHON2's Chris Latronic. Brache spent five years working behind the desk in hospital administration before taking the opportunity to make a name for himself on the big stage.'When this opportunity presented itself, you know, why not take it? Life is short so just do what you love to do and why not get paid for it?' Brache said. Auditions will be guided by ʻAuana choreographer and renowned hula practitioner kumu hula Hiwa Vaughan and kumu of halau hula Ka Lehua Tuahine. Each candidate will get the opportunity to showcase their ability to perform show choreography, improvisation and artistic exploration. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and local to Oahu with valid U.S. citizenship or a green card. They must also be available for on-call contracts with nightly availability between Wednesday through Sunday of each week. Check out more news from around Hawaii Auditions will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. More information can be found on ʻAuana's Instagram @ or on their website. All applicants interested in applying can do so HERE. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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27-02-2025
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Cirque du Soleil to hold auditions for hula dancers
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is looking for talented hula dancers to join the cast of its groundbreaking production, ' open casting call will be held on Monday, March 17, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the OUTRIGGER Waikīkī Beachcomber Hotel. Since its debut in December 2024, 'Auana has captivated audiences with its unique blend of hula, live music, and stunning acrobatics. Cirque du Soleil is now searching for skilled hula dancers experienced in both hula kahiko and hula 'auana styles. 4 tax credits Hawaiʻi families need to know about: It's tax season Applicants must be 18 or older and hold valid U.S. citizenship or a Green Card. The ideal candidates will also need to be available for on-call contracts and evening performances, Wednesday through Sunday. City Council to meet, discuss key items Interested dancers can register online by March 13 for the audition which will be led by 'Auana choreographer Kumu Hula Hiwa Vaughan and the Cirque du Soleil casting team. Participants will learn choreography from the show during the audition but improvisation is encouraged to allow for artistic exploration. Dancers do not need to prepare their own choreography and should come with minimal makeup to showcase their natural expressions. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news Although the audition is free, dancers are responsible for their own transportation and accommodations. Selected performers will be notified in the weeks following the audition, but no contracts will be offered on the day of the event. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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26-02-2025
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Olympic Surfer Carissa Moore Welcomes First Baby with Husband Luke Untermann: 'Our Little Squish is Here'
Carissa Moore is officially a mom! The Olympic surfer, 32, and husband Luke Untermann welcomed their first baby together, daughter Olena Lililehua Untermann, on Monday, Feb. 24, announcing the exciting news on Instagram. One photo showed her newborn swaddled in a blanket on her lap with her eyes closed. The other picture featured the newly minted mom with a huge smile on her face, as her daughter lay on her chest. "Our little squish is here 🥹" she wrote in the caption. "'Olena Lililehua Untermann born 2/24/25 at 3:39am ✨." Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Related: Pregnant Olympic Surfer Carissa Moore Plans to Get Her Baby Daughter in the Water 'As Soon as Possible' (Exclusive) Moore, who won an Olympic gold medal for surfing during the 2020 Tokyo Games, finished fifth in the Paris Games, announced her pregnancy on Instagram days after her exit in 2024. "We are excited and ready to go @fsmaldives @tropicsurf #sct2024 🥰 Thank you for the invite! Baby and I are gonna do our best to keep up with @tajamos @floresjeremy @jadsonandre @mikeyfebruary and @ammaday360 😜👊🏼," she said, caressing her baby bump. "Surfing is already feeling a little different pregnant but so stoked to be in the water, riding waves and still pushing a few turns," she continued. "Embracing the challenge of figuring out this new pace and approach for a little while 💕" At the premiere of Cirque Du Soleil's Auana, Moore told PEOPLE that she "can't wait to tell my daughter one day she was in the barrel with me at the Olympics.' The gold medalist noted that she hopes her daughter will follow in her footsteps. "I think probably start off with some swimming first," she said, when asked how quickly she plans to get her daughter on a surfboard. "I think my dad got us in the water after a couple months, so as soon as possible, really.' Read the original article on People
