Mid-Pacific Institute School of the Arts

Artistic expression opens young minds to the realms of "what if " and "why not," stretching the imagination in ways that influence every aspect of learning. It is for this reason that MPI has made the arts an integral part of every student's core curriculum. We believe that the arts are as much a part of an individual's development and success as they are a part of a meaningful and enlightened society.

Mid-Pacific Institute offers intensive arts training in dance, hula, instrumental music, media, musical theatre, theatre, visual arts, and voice. Here, students have the opportunity to immerse themselves in art - its technique, theory, history and, of course, performance. Whether they are fulfilling their arts elective requirements for graduation or are pursuing accelerated training through the School of the Arts Certificate Program, all students are trained by faculty who are accomplished teachers as well as noted working artists in their respective fields.

The School of the Arts opened in 1991, fulfilling the school's long-standing commitment to arts education. A member of the International Network of Performing and Visual Arts Schools, it was among the first six schools in the nation to be recognized by the organization as a Network Star School. Among its many notable accomplishments, the School of the Arts has earned the Arts Excellence Award from the Hawaii Alliance for Arts Education.

MPI takes great pride in our students’ work. Please take a look at our Virtual Gallery and our MPI Arts Calendar to get the whole picture.

MPSA News & Updates

Second semester at Mid-Pacific means a whole new slate of events!

First off, we're proud to announce our annual Middle School Musical. This year, our students will be performing "Honk, Jr." under the direction of our fabulous new faculty member, Ms. Sarahlea Kekuna. Performances are Friday, February 13 and Saturday, February 14 at 7:30 and Sunday, February 15 at 2:00 pm. Tickets will be available for sale soon - watch the MPI front page for more details!

The Theatre Program's seniors will perform their Second Annual Senior Project in early March. Watch this space for times and locations.

On April 10 and 11, our student choreographers' work is showcased in our annual "Young Choreographers Concert" at WCC's Paliku Theatre.

Also, in April, our second annual "Digital Media Showcase" will feature the work of students from our Digital Media program at the Weinberg. Dates and times are still TBD.

On April 24, 25, 26 and May 1, 2 and 3, the final high school production of the year, Anton Chekov's "The Three Sisters," will be featured in the Kawaiahao Recital Hall.

Friday, May 8 brings us a very special event - the 20th Anniversary Concert of MPI's Pupukahi at 7:00 at the Neil Blaisdell Concert Hall. Our current student performers are joined by alumni and special guests!

May also brings us our annual Spring Music Concert as well as our Vocal Music Ensemble Concert. Dates and locations TBD.

Finally, we also feature our Senior Visual Arts Student Gallery opening in May. Dates and locations TBD.

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The Mid-Pacific Institute School of the Arts presents "A Holiday Music Extravaganza" on December 6, 2008 from 4:30 to 7:30pm at McKinley High School Auditorium.

The concert features the vocal ensemble, combined orchestras, concert band, symphonic band, wind ensemble, and a special performance by the combined orchestras and wind ensemble.

Tickets purchased at the door cost $10. Tickets may no longer be purchased in advance. If you have any questions, please call Mrs. Jinbo at 973-5071.

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The school edition of Rent's final performances will be this weekend!

One of the most successful original musicals of the last two decades, Rent is a rock musical which is roughly based on Giacomo Puccini's opera, La Bohème. It explores the relationships of a group of strarving young "bohemian" artists as they struggle to make rent in New York City. Though they are challenged by poverty, substance abuse and AIDS, the group ultimately finds strength and support in their friendship.

Tickets for the remaining performances of Rent are $25 for open seating, $15 for Military (with ID) and Seniors (60+) and $10 for all students and MPI Faculty/Staff.

Tickets may be r reserved over the phone at 973-5066.

Additional Dates for Rent are on Fridays and Saturdays - November 21 and 22 at 7:30 and November 23 at 2:00.

MPI students, faculty and staff are only able to see the show for free on special preview days. Students should listen to the MPI Daily Bulletin for details regarding the free previews.

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The Mid-Pacific Institute School of the Arts has two major events for the month of November.

RENT: SCHOOL EDITION

First up, the school edition of Rent debuts on November 7 at 7:30 p.m. at the Kawaiahao Recital Hall.

One of the most successful original musicals of the last two decades, Rent is a rock musical which is roughly based on Giacomo Puccini's opera, La Bohème. It explores the relationships of a group of strarving young "bohemian" artists as they struggle to make rent in New York City. Though they are challenged by poverty, substance abuse and AIDS, the group ultimately finds strength and support in their friendship.

November 7 opening night tickets for Rent are $40 for a reserved seat (via the ticket order form due October 31), $30 for open seating, $15 for Military (with ID) and Seniors (60+) and $10 for all students and MPI Faculty/Staff. Opening night includes a brief post-show reception.

Tickets for all other performances of for Rent are $35 for a reserved seat (via the ticket order form due October 31), $25 for open seating, $15 for Military (with ID) and Seniors (60+) and $10 for all students and MPI Faculty/Staff.

Tickets may be purchased the ticket order form due October 31 or reserved over the phone at 973-5066.

Additional Dates for Rent are on Fridays and Saturdays - November 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 - at 7:30 p.m. and on Sundays - November 16 and 23 - at 2:00 p.m.

MPI students, faculty and staff only may be able to see the show for free on some special preview days. Students should listen to the MPI Daily Bulletin for details regarding the free previews.

FALL DANCE CONCERT

Our second major event is our annual Fall Dance Concert, featuring choreography by our faculty and by guest artists. This is one of most popular annual events and seating is extremely limited.

Performances of our Fall Dance Concert will be at WCC's Paliku Theater at 7:00 p.m. on November 13, 7:30 p.m. on November 14 and 15, and at 2:00 on November 16.

Contact Lisa Reed at lisareed@midpac.edu for ticket information.

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Tani Nakamoto '07 created a website to chronicle the MPSA Scotland journey. Mahalo for your support in helping the cast and crew's dreams come true.

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