4 | FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2016 BIG ISLAND ENTERTAINMENT SCENE | WEST HAWAII TODAY ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT T h e S t o r y An intelligent but disenchanted tween experiences the journey of her life without even knowing it. After surviving an unusually tragic childhood, Jillian Heart, now a young woman, has spiraled into deep depression and suicidal ideation. The story begins at her breaking point. Homeless and alone on Christmas, Jillian stands on the edge of self-destruction, ready to take her own life, but fate has other plans. A mysterious stranger intervenes. His honesty, tenderness and razor-sharp insights trigger Jillian’s childhood demons, propelling her toward a necessary catharsis that leads to healing and an emotional evolution. With help, Jillian uncovers secrets of the universe and her past that reinvigorate and infuse her life with a long forgotten feeling—hope for the future. ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Rohner to paint live at Kona Oceanfront Gallery Watch a painting in progress with artist Vicki Rohner demonstrating her technique as the celebrity guest from 4 p.m. until closing this evening at the Kona Oceanfront Gallery in Kailua-Kona. A resident of Hawaii for more than 35 years, she works in oils, pastels and porcelain. Working in successive layers that build complex color, each layer of the piece informing the layer of the next, she creates a feeling, using light and composition to not just render an image, but to express the mood of the subject. A widely exhibited artist, and well known for her rich colors and realistic impressionist style, she has participated in shows from New York City to Hawaii. The State of Hawaii has purchased her work for inclusion in its permanent collection, and her art is in public and private collections worldwide. Rohner pays it forward as a teacher through the “Artists In The Schools,” program, and as the artist in residence at the Fairmont Orchid Hawaii, she uses her own technique to guide her students to successfully use the elements of composition and design. Info: www.artbyvicki. com. West Hawaii County Band offers free concert The West Hawaii County band performs at 6:30 p.m. this evening at Hale Halawai in Kailua-Kona. The free performance, “Holiday Lights,” features an hour of music in celebration of the holiday season and is a tribute to “Baby Turtle Taking a Dip” by Vicki Rohner. Watch a painting in progress from 4 p.m. until closing this evening. COURTESY PHOTO/SPECIAL TO WEST HAWAII TODAY the many cultures who celebrate the lights this season. This performance was originally scheduled for Dec. 9 but was delayed to this week. This performance is part of the band’s monthly Free Friday Concert Series sponsored by the Hawaii County Parks and Recreation Department and the West Hawaii County Band Friends, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. I n fo: www. westhawaiiband.com. Keanaaina to play free concert in Waikoloa Alii Keanaaina will offer a free concert Saturday at the Queens’ Marketplace Coronation Pavilion in Waikoloa. Part of Queens’ Marketplace’s Monthly Mini-Concert Series, Keanaaina takes the stage from 6 to 8 p.m. Keanaaina is a falsetto singer, songwriter and musician. His band, He Mele No, comprises his twin brother, Nui, and cousins, Pililani Pua- Kaipo and Bradshaw Ellis. Keanaaina won the 201 Clyde “Kindy” Sproat Falsetto and Storytelling Contest. I n fo: www. queensmarketplace.net. Waimea Community Theatre brings Cahill play to stage Waimea Community Theatre presents “Strange Whorl,” a touching and dramatic holiday play by local playwright Eliza Cahill. Performances are slated at 7 p.m. on Saturday and at 2 p.m. on Sunday at Honokaa People’s Theatre. The group then takes “Strange Whorl” to Kahilu Theatre for 7 p.m. performances on Dec. 28 and 29 in Waimea. The play is recommended for those age 12 and older. Tickets are $15 for adults and $13 for seniors and students. They are available at Without Boundaries, Waimea General Store, Waikoloa Mailbox, Taro Patch Gifts and online at www. waimeacommunitytheatre. org. I n fo: www. waimeacommunitytheatre. org. Continued on page 10 ➠
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