HONOLULU (HI Now) - Cirque du Soleil premiered its first Hawai’i-based resident show, ‘Auana, to a sold-out audience at the OUTRIGGER Waikīkī Beachcomber Hotel. Blending breathtaking acrobatics, multimedia projections, and mo’olelo (stories) inspired by Hawaiian culture, the show honors the islands’ heritage. The world premiere featured a star-studded red carpet with guests like Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Chef Roy Yamaguchi, and Olympic surfer Carissa Moore. Rooted in Hawaiian history and mythology, ‘Auana delivers eight visually stunning chapters, showcasing the fusion of tradition and Cirque’s iconic artistry. Performances run Wednesday through Sunday at the OUTRIGGER Theater.
Tickets for ‘Auana are available at www.cirquedusoleil.com/hawaii for performances starting at $85 inclusive of taxes and fees. Also available is the ‘Auana VIP Experience—a premium add-on for ticket holders. This exclusive package includes a 90-minute reception in a private open-air lounge at Maui Brewing Company Waikīkī, featuring a curated menu of Pacific Rim-inspired cuisine, ‘Auana-inspired cocktails and Maui Brewing’s locally-crafted beverages. VIP guests will also enjoy the unique opportunity to meet ‘Auana cast members, take photos and view exclusive behind-the-scenes content.
For more information about ‘Auana, follow @cirquedusoleil.auana on Instagram and Cirque du Soleil Auana on Facebook.
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