Manoa Valley Theatre

The Manoa Valley Theater was created in 1969 by a group of graduate students from the University Of Hawaii Theatre Department. They wanted to create a professional resident adult theatre organization in Hawaii.

Their first presentation was held in a cubby-hole space in downtown Honolulu. They received great support and needed to expand they performance space, so they moved to Kawaiahao Church's Manoa Valley Chapped which had seating for 100, their popularity continued to grow with sold-out performances at each show.

The theatre company has had 43 consecutive seasons and is one of the most celebrated production theatres in Hawaii. Their productions focus on contemporary mainstream Broadway and Off-Broadway entertainment.

The mission of Manoa Valley Theatre was to establish a community workplace that benefits local performing artists and audiences. They aim to entertain and enrich Hawaii's audiences through live theatre. The theatre also depends on volunteers, either those who are performers, technicians, set construction or props. Volunteers will be required to attend rehearsals, fulfill performance requirements and be physically able to carry out their role. Volunteers will receive from the production company complimentary tickets for productions, invitation to the opening night party and an opportunity to meet new friends and be part of a one-of-a-kind experience.