Footloose the Musical 7-9pm Aug 15, 16, 22, 23 Maui OnStage
Maui OnStage Education and Youth’s Theatre Community Production
Directors: Tina Kailiponi and Francis Tau’a
Music Director: Ashton Yarbrough
Choreographer: Andre Morissette
Dates: August 15, 16, 22, 23
Maui OnStage at the Historic Iao Theater 68 N Market St, Wailuku, HI 96793
Phone: 808-242-6969
Stage Adaptation by Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie
Based on the original screenplay by Dean Pitchford
Music by Tom Snow
Lyrics by Dean Pitchford
Additional Music by Eric Carmen, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Loggins and Jim Steinman
The explosive movie musical bursts onto the stage! With dynamic new songs augmenting the powerhouse hits from its bestselling Oscar-nominated score, Footloose celebrates the exhilaration of youth, the wisdom of listening to one another, and the power of forgiveness.
When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges pins a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.
To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind. www.concordtheatricals.com
“Exhilarating! You'll have a hard time staying in your seat!” – WNBC
“One of the most extraordinary musicals ever to come out of Hollywood. Footloose blends fantastical situations with important issues and balances them perfectly.” – L.A. Weekly
“Footloose is an exuberant entertainment, bursting to life with music, romance and dance.” – L.A. Movie Gazette
“This is a show you want to dance to! The score is the best kind of blast from the past!” – Cincinnati Enquirer
“A crackling show... better than the movie!” – Green Bay Press-Gazette
Proudly sponsored by Wave of Harmony Foundation in partnership with The Gilbert and Aileen Kam Chuck Charitable Trust
Date: Saturday, August 15th, 2026 to Sunday, August 23rd, 2026
Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: $10
Categories: Performing Arts / Musicals / Plays
Historic Iao Theater located at 68 N Market St, Wailuku, HI 96793 in Central Maui
Phone: 808-242-6969 Email: boxoffice@mauionstage.com, mauionstage.info@gmail.com Website: https://www.mauionstage.com
The Historic Iao Theater, built in 1928 in Wailuku, is a beloved Maui landmark and one of Hawaii's oldest theaters, renowned for its Spanish-Mission Revival architecture and rich cultural legacy. Originally designed as both a movie house and live performance venue, the Iao has hosted everything from Hollywood premieres to legendary USO shows with stars like Frank Sinatra and Bob Hope. Despite periods of decline and near closure, the Iao’s enduring presence-now listed on both the Hawaii and National Registers of Historic Places-reflects its importance as a gathering place for entertainment and community on Maui.
For Maui OnStage, the Iao Theater is more than just a venue; it is the heart of their mission to provide accessible, high-quality performing arts experiences for the island. After a devastating fire destroyed their previous home, Maui OnStage (formerly Maui Community Theater) found new life in the Iao, helping to restore and revitalize the historic space. Today, the Iao Theater stands as a vibrant hub for creativity, self-expression, and cultural enrichment, serving as a cornerstone for Maui's artistic community and a cherished symbol of resilience and aloha.
Contact: Heather Knowles Negaard – Box Office Coordinator Phone: 8082426969
Email: Website: https://www.mauionstage.com/
