Kava Kaua‘i, Storybook Theatre team up for evening of peace, freedom in Hanapēpē

Kava Kaua‘i and Storybook Theatre of Hawai‘i are teaming up for an awesome evening of peace and freedom in Hanapēpē.

They are hosting a Kava Ceremony and Ecstatic Dance in the theatre’s new Arts in Motion Studio, beginning at 6 p.m. today.

The rich tradition of kava — “The Drink of Peace” — and liberation found in ecstatic dance will combine for a truly flowing evening.

Ecstatic dance is a freeform, unchoreographed type of dance often accompanied by a DJ that encourages those who participate to “let go” and move freely. It’s a form of self-expression and connection through music and dance, with no judgement or expectation.

Kava is known for relieving stress and anxiety; however, island cultures from throughout the Pacific, including Hawaiians, have consumed the beverage made from the pulverized roots of the plant as a social beverage and ceremonial libation for centuries.

The evening begins with a traditional kava ceremony led by Kava Kaua‘i’s Gary Mack.

Drinking of kava will be followed by ecstatic dance from 7 to 8 p.m. Playlists will include smooth jazz, zydeco, Hawaiian and new age music.

A donation of $20 for adults is suggested. Audience size will be limited.

Storybook Theatre is located at 3814 Hanapēpē Road.

Don’t miss this opportunity to relax and express yourself in a judgement-free zone and safe environment with other like-minded people.

For more information about Kava Kaua‘i, click here. Click here to learn more about Storybook Theatre.

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To learn more about the event, contact Storybook Theatre of Hawai‘i at 808-335-0712 or via email at office@storybook.org.