Spectrum Hawaii; Taiko Drums, Finis Jhung, Bikel

KHET · May 31, 1985

Episode 306 explores the history, culture, and landscape of Kona coast on the island of Hawaii. Photographer, Brett Weston, is interviewed about his creative process and showcases some of his work. Sherwood Greenwell talks about the Kona Historical Society and Wilfred Yamazawa showcases his glass blowing. Episode 307 begins at the Wahiawa Ryusenll Soto Mission in Hawaii where Japanese children learn about Japanese culture. Reverend Shugen Komagata talks about the history of the taiko and instructor, Faye Komagata, prepares her students for a performance of Matsuri. Then, ballet instructor and founder of Chamber Ballet USA, demonstrates how he instructs his students. Finally, University of Hawaii professor of drama, Terence Knapp, interviews actor, Theodore Bikel about his views on art, culture, history, and the United States. This item is part of the Pacific Islanders section of the AAPI special collection.