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\"Keolalaulani

Keolalaulani Halau ‘Olapa O Laka (Wahine, Kumu Hula Aloha Dalire) from He’eia, Kane’ohe, O’ahu, performs during the Kahiko portion of the hula competition at the 42nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival. PHOTO BY DENNIS ODA.<\/p><\/div>\n

Merrie Monarch Festival is the World Championship, or Olympics if you will, of the art of hula. This annual hula competition takes place every spring in the town of Hilo, Hawai\u02bbi<\/a> on the Big Island.<\/p>\n

Competition is fierce but not in an angry or mean way. This passion comes from a deep desire to carry on traditions and stories of the past with the utmost respect and honor. Every move of the lovely hula hand, every fern woven with care to adorn a dancer\u2019s po\u02bbo<\/em> (head) is done with purpose and meaning. The Merrie Monarch is more than a competition; it is a great showcasing of the best of Hawaiian culture and traditions.<\/p>\n

To really understand the meaning behind the music, the costumes, the movements, listen carefully as the kumu hula<\/em> (hula teachers) and \u02bb\u014dlapa<\/em> (dancers) share about how they prepared for their numbers.<\/p>\n

Merrie Monarch Week<\/h3>\n

Every year, the Merrie Monarch festival begins with a ho\u02bbolaule\u02bba<\/em> (really big party) on Easter Sunday. There is food, music, crafts and lots of performances by local h\u0101lau hula<\/em> (hula schools).<\/p>\n

Wednesday is Hoike Night<\/h3>\n
\"Taiwanese

Taiwanese aboriginal dancers to perform at Merrie Monarch’s Wednesday Hoike Night.<\/p><\/div>\n

The following Wednesday is the H\u014d\u02bbike, meaning \u201cshow.\u201d H\u014d\u02bbike Night is also called the \u201cfree night,\u201d<\/a> because there are no tickets sold and no admission charged. Admission is granted on a first come, first served basis. And the venue, the Edith Kanaka\u02bbole Stadium, always reaches full capacity. We recommend you line up early if you hope to get in.<\/p>\n

For those who faithfully stand in line for hours leading up to H\u014d\u02bbike Night, the rewards are great. H\u014d\u02bbike Night is done \u02bbohana<\/em> (family) style, with much celebrating and rejoicing. H\u0101lau hula<\/em> from Hilo perform and host dance troops from around the world. Examples of visiting dancers include Tahitian dance troops, aboriginal Taiwanese dancers, and Moari (New Zealand) dancers.<\/p>\n

\"Presiding

Presiding King and Queen for 2016. Photo: StarAdvertiser.com.<\/p><\/div>\n

H\u014d\u02bbike Night is also the night of the presentation of the royal court. Each year, a man and woman from the Hawaiian community are invited to represent King Kal\u0101kaua and his queen, Kapi\u02bbolani. King Kal\u0101kaua is the monarch for whom the Merrie Monarch Festival is named. He is credited with reviving the Hawaiian arts, including hula, after the arts had been suppressed by early missionaries in Hawai\u02bbi. Kal\u0101kaua was known at the \u201cMerrie Monarch\u201d<\/a> due to his jovial nature and love of grand parties.<\/p>\n

Thursday is the Miss Aloha Hula Competition<\/h3>\n
\"Photo:

Photo: Dennis Oda\/ Star-Advertiser.<\/p><\/div>\n

Thursday night of the Merrie Monarch Festival is a special night. This is the Miss Aloha Hula Competition<\/a>. Young ladies from around the world, but primarily Hawai\u02bbi, compete for the crown of Miss Aloha Hula. This is the most prestigious individual title in the hula world.<\/p>\n

Friday is the Kahiko Hula Competition<\/h3>\n
\"Halau

Halau Hula O Ka Leo O Laka I Ka Hikina O Ka La. Photo: Dennis Oda\/ Star-Advertiser.<\/p><\/div>\n

Friday night showcases hula kahiko<\/em>, or ancient hula. Expect to see traditional clothing, which has been handmade by the dancers themselves. Expressions tend to be more solemn, as the subject matter of the dances tends to be of a more serious nature \u2013 a lover\u2019s betrayal, a chiefess\u2019 defiance of the fire goddess Pele, a treacherous battle. These are the hula that tell the stories of Hawai\u02bbi\u2019s culture. Kumu hula<\/em> will \u02bboli<\/em>, or chant, rather than sing. These chants will be accompanied by the sound of the beating drum or the \u02bbipu heke<\/em> (double gourd).<\/p>\n

Saturday is Auana Hula Competition<\/h3>\n
\"Halau

Halau Na Lei Kaumaka O Uka (kumu Napua Greig & Kahulu Maluo; Kula, Maui) dances during the Kahiko portion of the Merrie Monarch Festival competition. PHOTO BY DENNIS ODA. APRIL 6, 2013.<\/p><\/div>\n

Saturday night is the \u02bbauana<\/em> (modern) hula competition. Expect to see long flowing gowns, bright cheery smiles, and lots of plumeria flowers. Expect to hear songs sung in both English and Hawaiian accompanied by the melody of the \u02bbukulele<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Hula \u02bbauana<\/em> is the type of hula that was common to see in Hawai\u02bbi\u2019s boat days of the early 1900s carrying through to the 1960s and 70s.<\/p>\n

Saturday is Also Awards Night<\/h3>\n
\"The

Kumu Hula Robert Uluwehi Cazimero giving the two thumbs up walking toward the stage after it was announced he had won the Kane Overall. He was the Overall Winner also. Joining him walking to the stage to accept the award is Alvin Hanzawa who is at the top age limit to compete so this is the last time for him. PHOTO BY DENNIS ODA. APRIL 10, 2015.<\/p><\/div>\n

Saturday night, being the final night of competition, is also the awards night. There are many awards given, most notably awards for \u02bbauana<\/em> and kahiko<\/em> hula in both the men and women\u2019s division. There is also an overall winner, the h\u0101lau hula<\/em> with the most combined points. Tension is high and everyone is at the edge of his or her seat as they await the results of the judges. Many months, if not years, of preparation will be judged in these final moments.<\/p>\n

Saturday Features a Royal Procession<\/h3>\n
\"Parade

Parade through Downtown Hilo. Photo: StarAdvertiser.com.<\/p><\/div>\n

Saturday is the Merrie Monarch Royal Parade with a procession of horses, cars and floats winding through Downtown Hilo.  Festival goers can soak in the fullness of the last day of festivities and get ready for the final night of competition.<\/p>\n

How to Get Merrie Monarch Festival Tickets<\/h3>\n

Merrie Monarch tickets can only be obtained by sending a written request. Written requests are accepted starting December 1st of the previous year. Click here for more information.<\/a><\/p>\n

Watching the Merrie Monarch Festival Live<\/h3>\n

The Merrie Monarch hula competition is televised and streamed live every year. If you miss the live show, retelecasts and re-streaming are also available. Click here for more information.<\/a><\/p>\n

For more information about the Merrie Monarch Festival, visit hawaii.com\/merrie-monarch<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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