Thursday, January 31: 
Toubab Krewe.  This vibrant North Carolina based instrumental powerhouse creates a lush blend of rock rhythm, African traditions, jam sensibilities, international folk strains and more. While nearly impossible to put into any box, TK’s music is very palpable in the way of a true original that recognizes no borders. Get a moonlit taste of this exciting, globally switched-on band.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Pavilion/Courtyard.  7:30 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Saturday, January 26: 
Kulanihako`i: Living Waters.  MACC’s original hula drama, which draws from epic Hawaiian myths over 2000 years old, returns to Maui for a final curtain call. With dance, chant, storytelling and dramatic interpretation, the elemental lake Kūlanihāko`i: Living Waters depicts the many facets of water and its continuous relationship between the ocean, land and sky as told through the eyes of contemporary Native Hawaiians. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater.  7:30 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808)242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Monday & Tuesday, January 21 & 22: 
New Shanghai Circus. Chinese acrobatic skills have been passed on from farmers and craftsmen through generations. Building on the traditional performances, artists of today’s New Shanghai Circus have added layers of complexity and daring with new techniques and spectacular stunts, thrilling audiences around the globe. Always a family favorite, three beautifully orchestrated shows will be presented.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater. Monday’s showtimes are 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Tuesday’s showtime is 7:00 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Sunday, January 20: 
Maui Pops Orchestra – Broadway Pops.  Broadway stars Gary Mauer and Elizabeth Southard will join the Maui Pops Orchestra for Broadway Pops to present a collection of memorable Broadway songs from hit shows such as Les Miserables, Show Boat, West Side Story, Chicago and more.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater.  3:00 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808)242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Friday, January 18:
Solo Sessions: Kuana Torres Kahele.  Born on the slopes of Mauna Kea, Kuana began composing, arranging and playing traditional Hawaiian music at an early age. In 1995 with Kehau Tamure, Kuana formed the multi-award winning duo, Nā Palapalai. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, McCoy Studio Theater, 7:30 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Tuesday, January 15: 
Chicago in Concert.  Chicago’s extraordinary career of “rock and roll with horns” landed the band at number 13 on Billboard’s list of the Top 100 Artists of All Time. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Pavilion/Amphitheater.  7:30 p.m. (gates open at 6 p.m.) Pre-purchase a parking stall at the MACC or UHMC parking lots.  For tickets and information on show and parking, call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Saturday, January 11:
The Marshall Tucker Band.  The Marshall Tucker Band will be playing all their hit singles like “Heard It In a Love Song,” “Fire On The Mountain,” “Can’t You See,” and “Take The Highway.” Still led by founding member and lead singer Doug Gray, they represent a time and place in music that will never be duplicated, and continues to rock the house everywhere they perform. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 7:30 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Saturday, January 11:
Play Along with `Ukulele Mele.  `Ukulele players of all abilities are invited to bring their `ukulele to workshops led by “master of multiple genres and strumming styles” Mele Fong at Bailey House Museum in Wailuku. $10.00, includes admission to the museum.10 a.m. to 12 p.m.  Bailey House Museum, 2375 Main St., Wailuku.  For information call (808) 244-3326 or visit www.mauimuseum.org.

Thursday, January 10: 
Slack Key Masters with Ledward Ka`apana.  The Hawaiian grand master of stringed instruments, particularly slack key guitar, Led Ka`apana, returns as Slack Key Masters’ special guest. His extraordinary baritone and ki`eki`e (falsetto) voice have made him a musical legend, while his easy-going style and kolohe (rascal) charm have made him a favorite of audiences around the world. Grammy Award winner George Kahumoku, Jr. opens the show with his musical and storytelling talents for a wonderful evening in the traditional kanikapila style.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, McCoy Studio Theater, 7:30 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Wednesday, January 9: 
The Intergalactic Nemesis: Book One, Target Earth.  This live-action graphic novel is a multi-media mash-up of the radio play and comic book. The year is 1933. Pulitzer prize-winning reporter Molly Sloan, her intrepid assistant Timmy Mendez and a mysterious librarian named Ben Wilcott face the most serious threat Earth has ever known: an impending invasion of sludge monsters from the planet Zygon. It’s fun for pop-culture and comic-book fans of all ages. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater.  7:30 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808)242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.