Attend The Pa'akai We Bring and Family Arts Fest This Saturday
On Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 11 AM to 3 PM at Smothers Theatre, the Pepperdine community is invited to enjoy The Pa'akai We Bring and a full day of arts, family fun, and creativity at the Family Arts Fest. This exciting event will feature dancing with DJ Princess Ellie, tasty food and shaved ice from free food trucks, a chance to visit animals from the So Cal Mobile Zoo, hands-on art activities, and much more.
The Pa'akai We Bring highlights the deep cultural connection between Native Hawaiians and pa‘akai (salt). Pa‘akai is not just a food staple, but also a medicine, sacrament, and a symbol of generosity. The play tells the story of a multi-generational family of salt farmers on Kauai, blending ancient myths, hula dancing, live music, original songs, and interactive moments to create a joyful and participatory experience infused with aloha.
Family Arts Fest Schedule:
- 11 AM–3 PM: Art activities inspired by current exhibitions; Take-home art kits from Corita Art Center
- 11 AM–1 PM: Face painting; So Cal Mobile Zoo
- 11:30 AM–12:30 PM: Dance party with DJ Princess Ellie
- 11:30 AM: Guided tour of the Weisman Museum of Art
- 12–3 PM: Free food from Okamoto and Haole Shave Ice food trucks
- 1–2 PM: Performance of The Pa'akai We Bring by Honolulu Theatre for Youth
- 2:30 PM: Guided tour of the Weisman Museum of Art
Complimentary tickets for The Pa'akai We Bring are available for families impacted by recent wildfires. For more details, please call 310.506.4522 or email cfabox@pepperdine.edu.