Join us for a one-of-a-kind workshop where children ages 3+ and their caretakers can learn the beautiful art of Hula dance with the renowned Vicky Holt Takamine, all the way from Hawaii. This special event will unite dancers from both New York City and Hawaii, connecting participants virtually for an unforgettable cultural experience. Under Vicky’s expert guidance, children and adults alike will explore the graceful movements, storytelling, and traditions of Hula, fostering a sense of unity and celebration across two vibrant locations. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a unique intergenerational and cross-cultural experience, where children, teachers, and students work in harmony to celebrate the spirit of Hula.

CultureHub collaborates with La MaMa Kids to create special distance connections between young people in New York City and out of state communities, giving kids and their families a window beyond their regular surroundings.

PAʻI is the acronym for Pua Ali‘i ‘Ilima, the hālau hula (school of Hawaiian dance) founded in 1977 by kumu hula (master teacher of Hawaiian dance), Vicky Holt Takamine, who is recognized as a Native Hawaiian advocate and community organizer around the issues of Native rights and the protection of the natural and cultural resources of Hawai‘i that are so vital to the perpetuation of Native Hawaiian cultural traditions.

PA‘I is anchored by members of Takamine’s hālau hula (traditional Hawaiian dance school), Pua Ali‘i ‘Ilima.