In hula kahiko (ancient-style hula), there is a protocol for how the dance is presented to an audience. Typically, the kumu hula will oli (chant) to announce the entrance of his or her halau.

ʻEia Ka Hula is an annual performance by the over 170-year-old Beamer Solomon Hālau O Poʻohala, led by Loea Kumu Hula (revered hula master/teacher) Hulali Solomon Covington and Kākau ʻŌlelo (record ...

It also finished second in the group kahiko and auana wahine divisions (women’s ancient and modern hula) and first in the kupuna division. Halau Kamaluokaleihulu, led by kumu hula Kahulu Maluo ...

The production company is looking for hula dancers proficient in both hula kahiko and hula auana styles. Interested applicants must register online by Thursday, March 13. Auditions will take place ...

The men of Halau Kekuaokala‘au‘ala‘iliahi perform in the kane kahiko category Friday at the Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo. The Maui halau of kumu hula Haunani and ‘Iliahi Paredes took ...