Laughter with a purpose: BRAVE Hawaiʻi presents Comedy for a Cause stand-up series

Anti-bullying awareness and youth empowerment nonprofit BRAVE Hawaiʻi invites the public to enjoy some laughter with a purpose during its statewide stand-up comedy series Comedy for a Cause.

The series brings together two of Hawaiʻi’s most recognized local comedians — Augie T and Bula‘ia. These beloved performers will share stories rooted in island life, family and culture in a way that’s clean, relatable and full of aloha.

More than just a night of laughter, however, Comedy for a Cause unites humor and heart to support positive community change through BRAVE Hawaiʻi’s programs for youth and families throughout the state.

“Laughter connects us,” said BRAVE Hawaiʻi founder Mahealani Sims-Tulba in announcing the comedy tour. “When people laugh together, they listen together — and that opens the door for real conversations about respect, kindness and growth.”

SHOW DETAILS

KAUAʻI

Kauaʻi Community College Performing Arts Center

• When: 8 p.m. April 10
• Tickets: $30 in advance; $40 at the door

Visit the BRAVE Hawaiʻi website for additional information.

HAWAIʻI ISLAND

Aloha Theatre, Kona

• When: 7 p.m. April 3
• Tickets: $30 in advance; $40 at the door

Grand Naniloa Hotel, Hilo

• When: 8 p.m. April 4
• Tickets: $30 in advance; $40 at the door

Tickets for Kona and Hilo shows available: Visit the BRAVE Hawaiʻi website or Augie T’s website.

OʻAHU

Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall, Honolulu

• When: 8 p.m. April 11
• Featuring: Augie T and Bula‘ia with special guest Sisa Grey, star of “Chief of War”
• Ticket Prices: VIP $50; orchestra $40; balcony $20

Tickets available: Via the Ticketmaster website, calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-474-4833 or contacting the Blaisdell Box Office at 808-768-5252 or 808-768-9270.

One hundred percent of proceeds from the comedy series will benefit BRAVE Hawaiʻi.

BRAVE Hawaiʻi — founded by Mahealani Sims-Tulba — celebrates 13 years this year of uplifting keiki, families and communities statewide. “BRAVE” stands for “Be Respectful And Value Everyone” — a message born from Sims-Tulba’s experience with bullying.

The nonprofit inspires youth through school visits, community outreach and creative expression to choose kindness, set goals and build confidence.

Sims-Tulba is also the author and illustrator of the children’s book “It’s Okay to Be Different,” which continues to raise awareness about bullying and support students throughout Hawaiʻi.

Visit the BRAVE Hawaiʻi website for additional information.