6 | FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2016 BIG ISLAND ENTERTAINMENT SCENE | WEST HAWAII TODAY produced by filmmaker Tim Gray and the World War II Foundation. The film, narrated by actor Tom Selleck, features stories from veterans and citizens who witnessed the attack on the American Pacific Fleet. The film will also be screened at 8 p.m. on Dec. 7. Dec. 4 also marks the local broadcast premiere of “Road to Redemption,” a documentary from NHK World at 8:30 p.m. Two men from opposite sides of the WWII front line meet decades later — and form a bond. The documentary will also be presented at 9:30 p.m. Dec. 7. At 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 6, PBS Hawaii presents a new episode of its weekly oral history program, “Long Story Short” with Leslie Wilcox. Featured is Jimmy Lee, a local resident who witnessed the attack as a child. The episode will be re-aired at 11 p.m. Dec. 7. In addition, “Pearl Harbor — Into the Arizona” will be aired at 8 p.m. Dec. 6 and “Pearl Harbor — USS Oklahoma — The Final Story” will follow at 9 p.m. PBS will also air “Long Story Short with Leslie Wilcox – Daniel Martinez” at 10:30 p.m. Dec. 7. Martinez is chief historian at the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument. Volcano Festival Chorus presents ‘Evening in December’ concert The Volcano Festival Chorus, sponsored by the Kilauea Drama and Entertainment Network, will feature an evening of festive holiday music in its “Evening in December” performance slated Dec. 3 at Kilauea Military Camp. The 7 p.m. concert marks the group’s 22nd season of entertaining the community during the holidays. The choir, directed by Roch Jones and accompanied by Walter Greenwood, will entertain attendees with many of old favorites, including “Carols of Gathering” arranged by Joseph Martin and “Thirty Second Fa La La” by Donald Moore. The performance will take place at the Kilauea Theater in the Kilauea Military Camp. It is offered free of charge as a “gift to the community.” Local silk artist to discuss painting process The Kailua-Kona Public Library is hosting an informational program by Debra Dolsberry, local silk artist and teacher, explaining the silk painting process from 4-5 p.m. on Dec. 6. Dolsberry will give a brief history of silk, a commentary on the different types of silk and silk care, an explanation with demonstration of the silk painting process, and a short introduction to sewing on silk. Among the techniques she will show are color blending, making textures with salt and alcohol, and creating designs. Sponsored by Friends of the Libraries, Kona, this program is free to the public. Info: 327-4327. Auditions & calls for entry APAC holds auditions for ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ Aloha Performing Arts Company will hold open auditions for volunteer performers for the harddriving rock musical “Jesus Christ Superstar” at the Aloha Theatre in Kainaliu at 6 p.m. on Dec. 19 and 20. A possible invitational call-back audition may be held at 6 p.m. on Dec. 21. No experience is necessary, and newcomers are encouraged to audition. “Jesus Christ Superstar,” by the legendary team of Tim Rice and Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, is the show which popularized the term “rock opera.” It dramatically relates the events in the final week of Jesus’ life, and examines his relationships with Judas, Mary Magdalene, and God. The 1970 concept album led to the 1971 Broadway debut and many revivals throughout the world over the years, as well as a movie version in 1973. APAC artistic director Jerry Tracy will direct, Bernaldo Evangelista is music director, Marinella Savarese is vocal director, and Ellen Farnsworth is choreographer. The production will feature a live rock ‘n’ roll band under the baton of Evangelista. Evangelista will also play the role of King Herod, but all other roles are open, and casting consideration will not be limited by traditional gender assignments. Roles include Judas Iscariot, Jesus Christ, Mary Magdalene, Caiaphas, Annas, Simon Zealotes, Pontius Pilate, Maid by the Fire, Old Man by the Fire, and Peter. Also needed is a large ensemble of singers, dancers, and actors of all sizes, shapes, colors, and genders to portray apostles, priests, soldiers, merchants, lepers, vagrants, reporters, citizens, worshipers and bystanders. Scores are available for perusal at the APAC office, by arrangement with Managing Director Melissa Geiger. Each person auditioning must prepare 16 bars, or about one minute, of a song. Sheet music will be available for songs from “Jesus Christ Superstar,” and an accompanist will be provided. If a song from another source is chosen, the person auditioning must provide the accompanist with sheet music in the proper key. No a capella or karaoke style auditions will be allowed. In addition to the singing portion of the audition, candidates will be asked to read, choosing from a list of speeches provided, as well as learn a short movement routine in a group. Sturdy, closed shoes are required. Slippers will not be allowed. Candidates will be seen in small groups, in order of arrival. Attendance at one of the audition nights is sufficient; attending both nights is not necessary. Rehearsals will begin Dec. 26 and will generally be held on Sunday afternoons and Monday through Thursday evenings. The show runs for five weekends, performing on Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons, Feb. 10-March 12. In addition to performers, support staff is also sought, including backstage helpers, make-up and hair artists, seamstresses, set builders, set painters, concession workers, and ushers. Those interested in any of these volunteer positions are encouraged to attend auditions to fill out a registration form, or to contact APAC at info@apachawaii.org. Info: 322-9924. Classes & workshops APAC offers winter workshops for kids Aloha Performing Arts Company will offer two creative workshops for Kona youngsters during this year’s winter break. The first will be “Where the Wild Things Are,” a multimedia workshop led by local artist and designer Gerald Lucena, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 26-30. The workshop, for children ages 8-15, is inspired by the classic illustrated children’s book by Maurice Sendak. Students will create their own unique “wild thing” puppet, incorporating Hawaiian animals such as the puaa, pueo and io. Simple materials such as recycled fabric, plaster cloth, dowels, and glue, will be used as each student focuses on texture, facial expression, and costumes, as well as character movement and voice experimentation. Students will give a free public performance with their creations on the final class day. Tuition for this workshop is $175 per student, with multiple family member discounts available. A second workshop, “Hail to the Chiefs” will be offered 2-5 p.m. Jan. 2-6. APAC Artistic Director Jerry Tracy will lead this workshop, utilizing his original script, which features dramatizations of all of the presidents of the United States. The workshop is open to children ages 8-12, and will feature acting, singing and movement. Every child will portray several characters, including presidents, in a free public performance on the last workshop day. Tuition for this workshop is $75 per student, with discounts for multiple family members and for students attending both workshops. 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