{"id":125244,"date":"2020-08-17T16:05:33","date_gmt":"2020-08-18T02:05:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/?p=125244"},"modified":"2020-08-17T16:20:21","modified_gmt":"2020-08-18T02:20:21","slug":"pookela-awards-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/2020\/08\/17\/pookela-awards-2020\/","title":{"rendered":"UH<\/abbr> alumni, theatre productions garner multiple Po\u02bbokela Awards"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading time: <\/span> 4<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>
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Brandon Hagio and Dylan Leming in Oriental Faddah and Son<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Â鶹´«Ã½<\/span> State Theatre Council honored the 2020 Poʻokela<\/span> Award recipients in an online livestream on Facebook and YouTube on August 10. In the virtual award show, “Stars\u2019 Night IN,” a spin-off of last year\u2019s theme<\/a>, the University of Â鶹´«Ã½<\/span> at M\u0101noa<\/a>, Leeward Community College<\/a> and Windward Community College<\/a> theatre programs garnered a multitude of awards.<\/p>\n

This year, Windward CC<\/abbr> ranked just below Diamond Head Theatre for the most awards, garnering a total of 14 awards for productions Children of Eden<\/em> and Oriental Faddah and Son<\/em><\/a> and an Excellence in Service Award for Brandon DiPaola<\/strong>, a Windward CC<\/abbr> alum. Recognition for Oriental Faddah and Son included five acting Poʻokela<\/span> Awards earned by students.<\/p>\n

“Performing poetry in a vocal chorus takes astonishing precision,” said Taurie Kinoshita<\/strong>, theatre director and instructor at Windward CC<\/abbr>. “In order to communicate the meaning of the poem, certain words or phrases need to be emphasized. These actors had to alternate phrases, then share a single word, then individually speak a line, then come in together at the exact same time for another phrase—achieving this kind of unison is stunningly difficult. The accuracy in their vocal choral work these actors achieved was phenomenally impressive. They did this while speaking from the heart, staying focused and in character and adapting to the changing line divisions I kept giving them in order to aurally and visually communicate (author Lee A.) Tonouchi’s powerful poetry to a theatrical audience.”<\/p>\n

The Poʻokela<\/span> Awards have recognized excellence in local theater since 1984. A panel of three adjudicators selects honorees in 23 theater arts categories, including producing, directing, performing, design and technical theater. Awards are given for excellence in each category. The adjudicators may also recognize excellence outside these categories through discretionary awards.<\/p>\n

Excellence in Service Award<\/h2>\n

Each member organization of the Â鶹´«Ã½<\/span> State Theatre Council may recognize an individual for service to a program or organization during the most recent production season.<\/p>\n

    \n
  • Chelsea Yamashiro<\/strong>, Leeward Theatre<\/li>\n
  • Brandon DiPaola<\/strong>, Windward CC<\/abbr> Palik\u016b Theatre<\/li>\n
  • Rachel Sorensen<\/strong>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa Kennedy Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Design<\/h2>\n

    Costume Design<\/h3>\n
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    The Last King of Bali<\/em> (Photo credit: John Wells)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
      \n
    • Maile Speetjens<\/strong>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa assistant professor, I Made’ Widana<\/strong> and Anna Reynolds<\/strong>, The Last King of Bali<\/em>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa Kennedy Theatre<\/li>\n
    • Anna Foster<\/strong>, Children of Eden<\/em>, Windward CC<\/abbr> Palik\u016b Theatre<\/li>\n
    • Carlynn Wolfe<\/strong>, The Secret in the Wings<\/em>, Leeward Theatre<\/li>\n
    • Cindy Fukushima<\/strong> and Samantha Fukushima<\/strong>, Nocturnal Emissions<\/em>, Leeward Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Sound Design<\/h3>\n
        \n
      • Steve Nelson<\/strong>, Children of Eden<\/em>, Windward CC<\/abbr> Palik\u016b Theatre<\/li>\n
      • John Signor<\/strong> and Sam Willis<\/strong>, The Secret in the Wings<\/em>, Leeward Theatre<\/li>\n
      • Emma Torgrimson Lee<\/strong>, The Last King of Bali<\/em>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa Kennedy Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Lighting Design<\/h3>\n
          \n
        • Brian Shevelenko<\/strong>, ʻAuʻa<\/span> ʻIa:<\/span> Holding On<\/em>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa Kennedy Theatre<\/li>\n
        • Sarah Whitehead<\/strong>, The Secret in the Wings<\/em>, Leeward Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Set Design<\/h3>\n
            \n
          • Michelle Bisbee<\/strong>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa assistant professor, Murder on the Orient Express<\/em>, Diamond Head Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Hair, Wig, Makeup Design<\/h3>\n
              \n
            • Samantha Fukushima<\/strong>, Nocturnal Emissions<\/em>, Leeward Theatre<\/li>\n
            • Maile Speetjens<\/strong>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa assistant professor, Murder on the Orient Express<\/em>, Diamond Head Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Performance in a Play<\/h2>\n

              Leading Male<\/h3>\n
                \n
              • Dylan Chace Lee<\/strong>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa alumnus, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time<\/em>, M\u0101noa Valley Theatre\u200b<\/li>\n
              • Nicolas Logue<\/strong>, assistant professor at Windward CC<\/abbr>, Macbeth<\/em>, Hawaii Shakespeare Festival<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Featured Male<\/h3>\n
                  \n
                • Adrian Khactu<\/strong>, from UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa\u2019s english department, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time<\/em>, M\u0101noa Valley Theatre\u200b<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Featured Female<\/h3>\n
                    \n
                  • Kirstyn Galius<\/strong>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa alumna, Macbeth<\/em>, Hawaii Shakespeare Festival<\/li>\n
                  • Ann Brandman<\/strong>, public information officer at UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa Outreach, Cinderella Waltz<\/em>, TAG<\/abbr>–The Actor\u2019s Group<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    Performance in a Musical<\/h2>\n

                    Leading Male<\/h3>\n
                      \n
                    • Matthew Pennaz<\/strong>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa alumnus, The Sound of Music<\/em>, Diamond Head Theatre<\/li>\n
                    • Michael Bright<\/strong>, Children of Eden<\/em>, Windward CC<\/abbr> Palik\u016b Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      Leading Female<\/h3>\n
                        \n
                      • Jade Stice<\/strong> and Jade Bright<\/strong>, Children of Eden<\/em>, Windward CC<\/abbr> Palik\u016b Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        Featured Male<\/h3>\n
                          \n
                        • Miguel Cadoy III<\/abbr><\/strong>, Children of Eden<\/em>, Windward CC<\/abbr> Palik\u016b Theatre<\/li>\n
                        • Will Thompson<\/strong>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa alumnus, Kinky Boots<\/em>, Diamond Head Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          Featured Female\u200b<\/h3>\n
                            \n
                          • Lauren Cabrera<\/strong>, Children of Eden<\/em>, Windward CC<\/abbr> Palik\u016b Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            Performance in a Non-traditional Production<\/h2>\n

                            Leading Male\u200b<\/h3>\n
                              \n
                            • Bandon Hagio<\/strong> and Alakaʻi<\/span> Cunningham<\/strong>, \u200b\u200bOriental Faddah and Son<\/em>, Windward CC<\/abbr> \u200b\u200bPalik\u016b Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                              Leading Female\u200b<\/h3>\n
                                \n
                              • Marilynn Bellinger<\/strong>, \u200b\u200bOriental Faddah and Son<\/em>, Windward CC<\/abbr> Palik\u016b Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                Featured Male<\/h3>\n
                                  \n
                                • Noah Nakachi<\/strong> and Michael S. Lau<\/strong>, \u200b\u200bOriental Faddah and Son<\/em>, Windward CC<\/abbr> Palik\u016b Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                  Featured Female\u200b<\/h3>\n
                                    \n
                                  • Meenakshi Kutty\u200b\u200b<\/strong>, \u200b\u200bOriental Faddah and Son<\/em>, Windward CC<\/abbr> Palik\u016b Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                    Ensemble Performance<\/h2>\n

                                    Ensemble Performance in a Play<\/h3>\n
                                      \n
                                    • Faʻalavelave<\/span> “The Interruption”<\/em>\u200b by Kiki Rivera<\/strong>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa alumna, Kumu Kahua Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                      Ensemble Performance in a Non-traditional Production<\/h3>\n
                                        \n
                                      • The Last King of Bali<\/em>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa Kennedy Theatre<\/li>\n
                                      • The Secret in the Wings<\/em>, \u200b\u200b\u200bLeeward Theatre<\/li>\n
                                      • Nocturnal Emissions<\/em>, Leeward Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                        Directing<\/h2>\n

                                        Director of a Play<\/h3>\n
                                          \n
                                        • Taurie Kinoshita<\/strong>, Macbeth<\/em>, Hawaii Shakespeare Festival<\/li>\n
                                        • Harry Wong III<\/abbr><\/strong>, theatre lecturer at Windward CC<\/abbr>, Ua Pau (It is Finished, Over, Destroyed)\u200b<\/em>, Kumu Kahua Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                          Director of a Non-traditional Play<\/h3>\n
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                                          Secret in the Wings<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
                                            \n
                                          • Betty Burdick<\/strong>, The Secret in the Wings<\/em>, Leeward Theatre<\/li>\n
                                          • Taurie Kinoshita<\/strong>, \u200b\u200bOriental Faddah and Son<\/em>\u200b\u200b, Windward CC<\/abbr> Palik\u016b Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                            Musical Director<\/h3>\n
                                              \n
                                            • John Signor<\/strong>, The Secret in the Wings<\/em>, Leeward Theatre<\/li>\n
                                            • Clarke Bright<\/strong>, Children of Eden<\/em>, Windward CC<\/abbr> Palik\u016b Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                              Dance\/Movement\/Combat Choreography<\/h3>\n
                                                \n
                                              • Alex Durrant<\/strong>, dance lecturer at Windward CC<\/abbr>, and Nicolas Logue<\/strong>, Macbeth<\/em>, Hawaii Shakespeare Festival<\/li>\n
                                              • Marcelo Pacleb<\/strong>, Children of Eden<\/em>, Windward CC<\/abbr> \u200b\u200bPalik\u016b Theatre<\/li>\n
                                              • Nani Marcos<\/strong> and Kira Moriguchi<\/strong>, Nocturnal Emissions<\/em>, Leeward Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                Overall Production<\/h2>\n

                                                Overall Non-traditional Production<\/h3>\n
                                                  \n
                                                • The Secret in the Wings<\/em>, Leeward Theatre<\/li>\n
                                                • Nocturnal Emissions<\/em>, Leeward Theatre<\/li>\n
                                                • The Last King of Bali<\/em>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa Kennedy Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                  Pierre Bowman Award<\/h3>\n
                                                    \n
                                                  • Thomas Tochiki<\/strong>, UH<\/abbr> alumnus (posthumously)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                    Playwriting<\/h3>\n
                                                      \n
                                                    • Alani Apio<\/strong>,\u200b\u200b UH<\/abbr> alumna, Ua Pau (It is Finished, Over, Destroyed)\u200b<\/em>, Kumu Kahua Theatre<\/li>\n
                                                    • Tammy Hailiʻōpua<\/span> Baker<\/strong>, \u200b\u200bʻAuʻa<\/span> ʻIa:<\/span> Holding On<\/em>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa Kennedy Theatre<\/li>\n
                                                    • Rasa Fournier<\/strong>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa alumna, and Kevin Keaveney,\u200b Woman’s Triumph: Celebrating 100 Years\u2026<\/em>, Hawaiian Mission Houses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                      Guest Artist<\/h3>\n
                                                        \n
                                                      • Greg Zane<\/strong>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa alumnus, The Sound of Music<\/em>, \u200bDiamond Head Theatre<\/li>\n
                                                      • I Ketut Wirtawan<\/strong>, I Made’ Widana<\/strong> and I Made’ Moja<\/strong>, The Last King of Bali<\/em>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa Kennedy Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                        Adjudicator\u2019s Award<\/h3>\n
                                                          \n
                                                        • Props Designer – Sara Ward<\/strong>, UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa alumna, Once\u200b\u200b<\/em>, M\u0101noa Valley Theatre<\/li>\n
                                                        • Guitar Performance – Honybal Sosa<\/strong>, \u200bThe Secret in the Wings<\/em>, \u200b\u200bLeeward Theatre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                                                          Noah Nakachi and Victoria Kinard in Oriental Faddah and Son<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                                                          UH<\/abbr> M\u0101noa, Leeward CC<\/abbr> and Windward CC<\/abbr> were honored in the virtual Poʻokela<\/span> Award ceremony, with Windward CC<\/abbr> bringing home the most awards, following Diamond Head Theatre.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[26],"tags":[679,598,131,65,334,911,698,660,196,9,66],"class_list":["post-125244","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-community","tag-alumni-recognition","tag-faculty-recognition","tag-kennedy-theatre","tag-leeward-community-college","tag-paliku-theatre","tag-program-recognition","tag-staff-recognition","tag-student-recognition","tag-leeward-community-college-theatre","tag-uh-manoa","tag-windward-community-college","entry","has-media"],"aioseo_notices":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/125244","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/16"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=125244"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/125244\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":125281,"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/125244\/revisions\/125281"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=125244"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=125244"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=125244"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}