At the Hawaii Theatre it’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas. "A Cazimero Christmas," the Brothers Cazimero‘s annual yuletide fest, will bestaged Dec. 7-9. And tickets are already on sale, restricted to Hawaii Theatre members for now.
Public sales begin Sept. 14, but if you want to receive that buy-early perk to ensure good seats for Robert and Roland Cazimero‘s spectacle, you can — by becoming a Hawaii Theatre member. Call 528-0506 or go to hawaiitheatre.com. …
And in the holiday mode: A suggestion for gift-giving?"Uncle Tom’s Gabbin’ … The Legacy 2," the second volume of the "Tom Moffatt: 50 Years of Music in Hawaii" compilation series that reflects not only the talent quotient of singers and musicians, but of the deejay and show presenter. He’s played most of these tunes on the radio, and there’s a bonus:a rarely heard version of Moffatt doing the Tennessee Ernie Ford hit "16 Tons." For a full review of the disc, go to my Show and Tell Hawaii blog at staradvertiser.com, and check out "Island Mele" on Page G3. …
PERSONALITIES: Kanye West, the celebrated rapper, has been in town recording at the Island Sound Studios (formerly, Avex Honolulu Studios) on the waterfront in the Hawaii Kai Shopping Center. That explains the presence of his main squeeze, Kim Kardashian, spotted shopping at nearby Longs Drugs the other day. Their togetherness is evident, too, in West’s newest music video, "I Wish You Would/Cold," where she’sthe one ‘neath that hoodie. And apparently the bond is thick: West’s latest tune, "Perfect Bitch," is about Kardashian. Or so he admitted in a tweet. …
Singer Danny Couch has joined the Tihati ohana of performers, appearing with the cast of the luau production at the Hyatt Regency Maui. Means he’ll have regular commutes from Honolulu during his workweek. …
Speaking of movement, that Na Ali‘i of Comedy ensemble, sans Ed Kaahea (who opted not to travel so he could do a play), had gigs in Las Vegas and Arizona. Augie T. recruited Mel Cabang, Andy Bumatai and Frank De Lima for a couple of shows but decided it was best to drive the distance — however, what he thought was a two-hour commute turned out to be five hours. In the heat. In a crowded vehicle. But imagine the laughter aboard. …
ITEMIZATIONS: She doesn’t sing, but songstress-actress Mary Gutzi will play an interrogator named Dobbs in the ABC pilot "Last Resort," premiering Sept. 27. "My character questions the wife of a submarine commander who has refused orders from the government," said Gutzi, whoalso did a subsequent episode and hopes Dobbs will recur. The Hawaii-filmed series stars Andre Braugher and Scott Speedman; directing the pilot was Martin Campbell ("Casino Royale," the Antonio Banderas "Zorro" flicks, "Green Lantern"). "I had a great time and feel so blessed for this opportunity," Dobbs said. "And they don’t know I sing!" …
Chef Ed Kenney of town and the soon-to-close Downtown restaurants was the lone Hawaii chef attending last month’s James Beard Foundation’s inaugural Chefs Boot Camp for Policy & Change. The pilot program, envisioned as a model for future gatherings, scrutinized safety, sustainability and other health issues.
Besides his two eateries, Kenney also operates Uptown, a catering business. What next, a neighbor isle restaurant called Out of Town? Kenney is also one of the culinary stars of the Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival Sept. 6-9. …
The crew of the Performing Arts Center of Kapolei was excited to see Willy Wonka represented in the Olympics closing ceremony in London. Reason: It’s hoping for gold when PACK stages "Willy Wonka Junior" Oct. 12-13 at Kapolei High School. Details: www.packapolei.org. …
And that’s "Show Biz." …
Wayne Harada is a veteran entertainment columnist; reach him at 266-0926 or wayneharada@gmail.com; read his Show and Tell Hawaii blog at blogs.staradvertiser.com.
