The Asia Pacific Dance Festival offers a dynamic lineup of events over two immersive weeks. From classes and conferences to captivating performances, our thoughtfully curated programs provide something for everyone.
Schedule of Events
Monday, May 19 – Sunday, June 1
APDF Intensive
Learn about different cultures through movement from our Resident Artists
University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa campus
Register for the Intensive
Thursday, May 22
7:30PM – Living the Art of Hula, featuring Kilipohe Nā Lei Lehua [Performance]
A full-length evening concert featuring Kilipohe Nā Lei Lehua, the resident hula hālau of APDF 2022.
Kennedy Theatre, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
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12PM – Talk Story with APDF 2025 Resident Artists
Come meet our APDF 2025 Resident Artists! This talk story will feature demonstrations and discussions from our esteemed artistic directors and their performers.
Waiʻanae Public Library
Free and open to the public
Sunday, May 25
2PM – Local Motion!: A Tribute to H. Wayne Mendoza [Performance]
A Filipino dance concert honoring the legacy of the late H. Wayne Mendoza, performed by his apprentices.
Kennedy Theatre, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
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Friday, May 30
5PM – APDF Conference Keynote Address
Kicking off the ADPF conference, a Keynote Address by Gish awardee and activist Kumu Hula Vicky Holt Takamine in conversation with Kumu Hula Michael Pili Pang.
Kennedy Theatre, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
Free and open to the public
6PM – Welcoming Ceremony
A formal welcome of our resident artists to the festival ahead of the APDF Conference and the two ‘Ike Hana performances.
Friendship Circle, East-West Center
Free and open to the public
Saturday, May 31
9AM to 5PM – APDF Conference
Burns Hall, East-West Center (on University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa campus)
Register as a Conference Attendee
6:45PM – ‘Talk Story’ with the invited Resident Dance Groups and Artists
Outside Kennedy Theatre, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
Free and open to the public
7:30PM – ‘Ike Hana I, featuring works from all Resident Groups and Artists [Performance]
Each ‘Ike Hana features a completely different program! See each of our resident groups on both days. Attend both concerts for the full experience!
Kennedy Theatre, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
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Sunday, June 1
9AM to 12PM – APDF Conference
Burns Hall, East-West Center (on University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa campus)
Register as a Conference Attendee
2PM – ‘Ike Hana II, featuring works from all Resident Groups and Artists [Performance]
Each ‘Ike Hana features a completely different program! See each of our resident groups on both days. Attend both concerts for the full experience!
Kennedy Theatre, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
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3:30PM – ‘Talk Story’ with the invited Resident Dance Groups and Artists
Kennedy Theatre, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
Free and open to the public
NOTE: The schedule may be subject to change without prior notice. We are committed to keeping our patrons and participants informed of any updates as soon as possible.