I was fortunate to get to attend the Kevin Hughes show last night....it was REALLY FUNNY!....you…read moreknow how I could tell?? I laughed...and so did my husband!..... Kevin is a very talented comedian who captures the essence of people and does a great job in relaying that to the audience....I was amazed at how much he could talk and talk and talk! If you enjoy looking at the humor of people, you'll enjoy Kevin. Had dinner at Chuck's Cellar next door at the Ohana East....it was all a perfect evening...park your car, have a nice dinner and then on to Kevin Hughes' show...I highly recommend it.!

I bought a Groupon for this show. I paid about $15 for 2 tickets. Bargain? We also had to buy a…read moredrink each. Well, the "host" came out and started the show. I felt bad for this woman. She was dressed like a homeless person and worse than that, she wasn't funny at all. She introduced I think 4 other comedians. 2 of the comedians were funny, one was Shawn Felipe and the other was a "Kramer" type comedian. One of them was a little funny and a comedian named Arthur Wayne was not funny at all. He was just creepy. The venue is small and the waitress comes to your table to take your drink order. The night we went, the room was not even half full. All in all, it was a night out.

Writing in from New Jersey, and still thinking about this show!…read more From the moment you walk in, you're placed into this beautifully curated museum of oddities that immediately sets the tone for the rest of the evening. It's immersive, thoughtful, and has a little bit of history. Once inside the theater, the stage design continues that experience, reflecting King David's travels with what feels like carefully collected souvenirs from his travels around the world. I loved how the history was woven in so seamlessly. It actually sent me down a rabbit hole learning more about Hawaii's last monarch afterwards haha. The show itself? Phenomenal. Aki and Ken are not only incredibly skilled magicians; both masters of sleight of hand and parlor magic respectively, but also genuinely hilarious. Their chemistry carries the entire experience, and they stayed perfectly in theme with the Hawaiian Victorian atmosphere in the magic they performed. I won't spoil anything, but I will say I was left completely mind-blown. There were moments that genuinely didn't seem possible, and just when you think you've caught your breath, another reveal hits. It just kept building, which is the type of magic I really enjoy watching. The venue is intimate and seats about 60 guests. There truly isn't a bad one in the house. Being that close makes everything even more impressive because there are no trap doors, no mirrors, nothing to hide behind. The magic happens right in front of you, and somehow that makes it even harder to believe. They also do a great job with audience participation, which adds to the fun without ever feeling forced or awkward. The show does sell out, so definitely grab tickets ahead of time. It's absolutely worth it, and I'd recommend it to anyone visiting Honolulu!

Unfortunately we never got to go to the show because of our busy schedule, but Pieter was amazing…read morein the Hilton Waikiki Lobby! We wanted to go so bad and his tricks were awesome!!! Thank you Pieter!!!

Awesomely Funny ! We really admire and respect Improvhi. They we're slapstick funny. It takes a…read morespecial person to act on the dime in front of people they don't know. I loved loved loved the Rap it antics & the Christmas Switch scene. We will definitely be back again. 1st Saturday of the month it's free to the public. All you have to do is sign up and be on time. Make sure to leave a donation at the end of the show. It's well worth seeing again and again. Note...I did state in my Tip that they don't validate parking. At the end of the show, the team does provide you with a Pitch Sports Bar coupon to enjoy 10% off & Pitch will validate your parking. How sweet is that

I haven't been to the Improv HI location but I did manage to see some of the actors of Improv Hi…read moreperform at The Scratch Paper Sketch Comedy Show at the Kaka'ako Agora on Saturday night October 3, 2015. I enjoyed watching the actors read from the manuscripts and watching the facial expressions in their rough draft stage. I also liked it when few of the actors did the hand motions during their readings. I would like to see the actors memorize their lines and see how the final short comedy sketch will turn out on screen. I also enjoyed watching the previously recorded short films that other members of Improv Hi had done. The short film that I really enjoyed was comedian actor Kevin Yee's GAY LOVE. It had a catchy tune that the audience members sang a long "You can't get pregnant from Gay Love." Kimee, the founder of Improv Hi, mentioned to the audience that anyone can participate and write comedy sketches by attending the workshops. I can already imagine my updated review for Leonard's Bakery as a short comedy sketch.

If you're looking for something different from a traditional Hawaiian luau, Rock-A-Hula Waikiki is…read morea fantastic option. Located in the Royal Hawaiian. Rather than focusing only on a traditional luau, the show takes you on a journey through the history of Hawaiian music and entertainment. It begins with beautiful hula, Hawaiian chants, and Polynesian performances, then transitions through the evolution of music in Hawaii as different cultures influenced the islands over the decades. The centerpiece of the performance is Elvis Presley, celebrating his special connection to Hawaii through his concerts and movies filmed on the islands. Guests have the opportunity to meet the performers and take photos with the singers, dancers at the end of the show. I loves every minute!

I had a great time at the Rock a Hula buffet. The display of food with was beautifully presented…read more When we arrive to our table, you could choose between a juice or mai tai. There was a whole pineapple on our table. It was very sweet. There were hula dancers dancing, and a person playing the ukulele. After the performance, it was time for us to get our food at the buffet. There was macaroni salad, salmon, Kahlúa, pig, prime, rib, rice, stir fry noodles, salad, and an array of fruits, Coffee and water. I thought the food was just OK. I've had better food selection at other buffets. For the show, I really enjoyed it. It was very entertaining to watch Michael Jackson and Elvis Presley perform all their famous hits from the past. It was fun for the whole family and for the kids. If you want a different type of luau, you can try the Rock a Hula.

Aloha, friends!…read more Looking for a great spot to dance salsa? Check out Sabor at Dave & Buster's rooftop every Sunday from 6 PM to 10 PM! The atmosphere is super friendly and welcoming, with lots of positive energy to dance and hang out. The DJ will keep things exciting, spinning a variety of Latin tunes, including salsa, bachata, merengue, and kizomba. No pressure to dance if you're just looking to relax! Enjoy delicious food, drinks, and the beautiful view. Plus, a mini dance class is offered from 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM. The dance style changes each week, so there's always something new to try! Other perks: Plenty of comfy seating and sofas Free parking Children are welcome

This is my favorite spot for dancing, and it's really cool to be able to bring the whole family…read moresince they have food, music, and games. The best DJs play here, and there are always good dance partners there, so it's a guaranteed good time!

The Studio At Hawaiian Brian's Let me start off by saying-…read moreI'm trying to be helpful. I'm not a write 1 negative review and never come back to Yelp- I do have over 500 reviews as of writing this- so I would appreciate not having negative comments coming back to me as this is only my humble opinion both as a reviewer and a aficionado of great music. I like the space, it is unique in that it is so small. That isn't negative- it lets the audience be right there with the band and the band can clearly see the reactions of faces of fans and hopeful fans. This is a real confidence raiser for those on open mic night to be able to see a crowd enjoy their music. Did I mention it is small? Even as small as it is- there is a large bar facing the bandstand. In a way - it is hard for fans to get used to, There are 2 large eye focuses. The bar or the bandstand. I don't know why there are two focal points- is it to keep people for going in and out during a concert? There are other smaller mobile bars that they have in other areas -like Crossroads. But it is a large bar compared to the stage. Do be aware though of what kind of band you are paying for in advance. It can be disappointing if you pay what I would consider full price for a show and it is less than you expected. Google/ Facebook/ Amazon the band and then you should have a better idea of the bands quality- because they are playing in a realllllllly small venue. If you don't want to pay for a small venue show -then wait. I have been to about 50 different music venues in Austria and Germany and seen many different types of shows- from classical to modern music, and the venue really does influence your experience. Depending on the band- I like having a small small venue to hear them- it is not a coffeehouse feel where there is a phsishhhshshsh sound every 2 minutes so the sound quality is better than coffee houses - but has the feel of a coffee house where you can drink. I think the Safehouse/ Republik is a better venue - comparing Honolulu venues to Honolulu venues. My advice is still to know what band it is you are going to see and enjoy the band you are going to see- regardless of the venue because supporting local artists is a wonderful way of promoting local music.

Calling all 18+ -- Here's a place you can come to check out your awesome friends who are in great…read morebands and even make more friends who like the same music as you. The Studio is a small bar located as the first door on your right once you enter Hawaiian Brians. You don't need to go passed security checking your ID so it's definitely good for those who aren't legal. Did I mention it's really small? I was here for an EP Release party, another band and an independent musician and his friend opened up for them that night. This was a great example of the talent Hawaii has to offer. If you really like to be in an intimate settings where you can be as close to the band as possible without possibly hurting your ear drums this is the place. The space is very chill, people come and sit at the tables, grab a drink at the bar, stand. It probably won't be as intimate if your friend's band is extremely popular. If that were the case you should tell your friends to consider the Crossroads which is the larger venue in Hawaiian Brians. If you don't like live music, or people, or need your space at all times, I don't think these places are for you. If you're into live music, like people and have the opportunity to catch a conversation with the people making music you like than definitely stop by. There's always these kinds of events happening at the Studio and at Hawaiian Brian. I suggest you check out if you want to get into the Hawaii music scene, this place is a start.

It's a small bar, with not much parking. You can park in the lot in the back, but I've heard of…read morecars getting broken into over there... and also towed. ..there's some stalls in the front, and also street parking. The prices are decent. Most people go here for karaoke. And there's a karaoke room. The food here isn't bad. I really like their Katsu Don. YUM. :)

I love this little bar!! Been coming here for awhile and it's always a super fun night when my…read morefriends and I hit up this place! Everyone from the employees to the patrons are all super cool!! Especially the owner - Brian! He's super cool and will talk to everyone...even dance with a lucky lady when he feels up to it! We came one night on a friends birthday and I kind of announced it while I had the mic in my hand and the bartender brought over a 151 shot for him AND another regular who we always see there also got him a shot (I think it was Crown). That's how cool everyone there is! Anyway, their drinks are good, but I hardly had any of their food stuffs...just the fries, garlic edamame, and I think some kind of Miso Chicken - all good though! It's just that we end up here after we've eaten :P Now the important part: KARAOKE!! I love to hog the mic so you know I fill up all those little papers with songs! It's a dollar a song, so it's pretty on par with other karaoke bars. Most times Brian will make an announcement like the next 20 songs are on the house...but by then, I've pretty much gone through my whole "Karaoke Playlist"!!

I had such a great time here. The vibes to the aesthetic was so wonderful. Ken took care of me for…read moremost of the part, he was so kind and awesome!

A friendly bar with nice patrons and bartenders who enjoy their karaoke. You feel welcomed as soon…read moreas you walk in. The place has no food, but they do have a nice drink menu. It's by a lot of hotels, so just a walk away if you are visiting.