The √ indicates admission is $5 or less, or free. Full-price admission is listed; the * denotes discounts (or free) for students, seniors, military, members, children and/or advance purchases. Call venue for details.

BIG ISLAND

Merrie Monarch Festival, annual hula competition, continues through Sunday, Edith Kanaka'ole Tennis Stadium, Hilo; sold out. (808) 935-9168.

√ Merrie Monarch Cultural Talks, series of informational presentation on Hawai'i traditions associated with hula and the Merrie Monarch Festival continues, " 'A'a i ka Hula: A Brief Look at the Life and Hula of Mary Kawena Puku'i" by Pelehonuamea Harman, 10-11:30 a.m. today, 'Imiloa Astronomy Center, Hilo; free. Also, "Halau Around the World: Halau Hula 'O Mehanaokala" with hula performed by a halau from Japan, 2-3 p.m. today and "Mele: a Field Guide," presentation by Amy Stillman on traditional Hawaiian dance poetry. (808) 969-9705.

"Kamaha'o: The Wondrous Myths of Hawai'i," outdoor dinner show and lu'au, 6 p.m. Fridays, Mondays and Wednesdays, Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort; $79.95*. Reservations: (808) 930-4900.

"Urinetown, the Musical," The Aloha Performing Arts Company presents the dark comedy about the future by Greg Kotis and Mark Hollman, 7:30 p.m. today, Aloha Theatre, Kainaliu, Kona; repeats 7:30 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays, through April 29; $18*, $30. (808) 322-2122, (808) 322-9924, www.apachawaii.org.

√ Salsa Dance Party, learn to salsa from Joanna and Franz Weber, 8 p.m.-midnight Saturday, Hilton Waikoloa Village; $5 cover charge. (808) 886-1234, ext. 54.

√ Polynesian Navigation, explore the science and art of wayfinding at the 'Ohana Discovery Day, 2 p.m. Sunday, 'Imiloa Astronomy Center; $5 per family for center members, $10 per family for nonmembers. Reservations: (808) 969-9711.

"The Tale: Npinpee Nckutchie and the Tail of the Golden Dek," performance by Fist and Heel Dance Group, led by Reggie Wilson, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Kahilu Theatre, Waimea; $43 and $48. Tickets: (808) 885-6868.

√ "Park Superintendent Edward G. Wingate," Jennifer Waipa shares her research on the contributions by Wingate, who led the park from 1933 to 1942, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Kilauea Visitor Center, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park; $1 donation plus park admission fees. (808) 985-6014.

MAUI

"Kupanaha: Maui Magic for All Ages," dinner show with illusions performed by Jody and Kathleen Baran and daughters, seating begins 4:30 p.m. Fridays, dinner at 5:15 and show at 8 p.m., Kanahele Room Theater, Ka'anapali Beach Hotel; repeats Saturdays and Tuesdays-Thursdays; kama'aina rate $29, general seating $69* and premium seating $79. Reservations: (808) 667-0128.

" 'Ulalena," a theatrical production, 6:30 p.m. Fridays, Maui Myth & Magic Theatre, Lahaina; repeats 6:30 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays and Tuesdays-Thursdays; general admission: $49.50*, premium seating: $59.50*; Producer's Package with VIP seating and backstage tour: $69.50*. Reservations: (808) 661-9913, (877) 688-4800.

√ "Bon Voyage," musical mystery performed by the school's 5th-grade class, 7 p.m. today and Saturday, Kamehameha Schools Maui's Namahana dining hall, Makawao; free. (808) 572-3160.

"A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," Maui OnStage production of the farce with music by Stephen Sondheim, 7:30 p.m. today, Iao Theatre, Wailuku; continues 7:30 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays and 5 p.m. Sundays, through April 29; $20*. (808) 242-6969.

√ "Kundun," historical drama on the life of the Dalai Lama produced by Martin Scorsese, 5 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; part of Maui Film Festival; free; sponsored by Aloha Friends for Compassion. (808) 242-7469, (808) 572-3456.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Concert, hosted by George Kahumoku Jr., with guest Richard Ho'opi'i singing falsetto, 6 and 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, indoor amphitheater; $30 kama'aina, $40 general. (808) 669-3858.

"Waiting for Godot," Samuel Beckett's existential drama performed by the Abode of Stone Players and the Mother Agency directed by Len J. Allison, premieres 7 p.m. Thursday, McCoy Studio Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; continues 7 p.m. April 20-21; $20* and $25*. (808) 242-7469

KAUA'I

Tito La Rosa in concert, music from the Peruvian sound healer and shaman, 7:30-9:30 p.m. today, Church of the Pacific, Princeville; $18. (808) 822-2500.

√ "Electric Blue," performance of segments from their work by Honolulu's IONA Contemporary Dance Theatre, 6 p.m. Sunday, Hanalei Pavillion, Hanalei Bay; free. crystal@iona360.com.

Trio Con Brio Copenhagen, classical music concert, 7 p.m. Sunday, Kaua'i Community College Performing Arts Center, Lihu'e; $10 and $25. (808) 245-7464.

√ E Kanikapila Kakou 2007, weekly concerts, 6-9 p.m. Mondays, Island School; this week, Pueo Pata, Mark Palakiko and Leimana Abenes perform with instrumental music, singing, dancing and stories; free. (808) 245-2733.