Exploring the Sounds and Visions of Old
Wednesday, November 4th, 2009The Maui Myth and Magic Theatre is located in and is one of the community’s best attractions. Although the theatre today hosts a number of different productions, forums, and events, it was initially constructed exclusively for the popular Broadway-likeshow Ulalena. An exhilarating stage production that fuses the historical legends of Hawaii, ancient culture, and mythology of the islands, the theatrical experience provides the audience with a personal and unique show that touches the heart, stimulates excitement, and instills an element of surprise.
Going beyond the typical luau experience and creating a brand new attraction has made Ulalena popular with both residents and visitors to the Lahaina area. The multi-million dollar, state-of-the-art venue is tailored to the presentation with lofts for live performers, intricate design work and lighting, a custom-designed stage, and a number of innovative enhancements that make for an enjoyable experience. Eight-channel surround sound makes Ulalena even more enjoyable. Ulalena has garnered so much attention that the New York Times called it a “spectacular theatrical sensation.” As a result of shows like Ulalena and a number of other attractions in Lahaina, there has been a remarkably large increase in the number of , especially in the west Maui area.