Hula Halau O Kamuela kahiko performance from 2002 Merrie Monarch Hula Competition. The vibrant colors of red and the lush green ti skirt. Always a treat to see. First place kahiko winners. video by alina885 | Ae Luv Hula

Founded by Edith Kanaʻole, treasured Hawaiian composer, dancer, scholar, teacher and the person for whom the Merrie Monarch stadium is named, Hālau o Kekuhi is celebrated for their mastery of the hula ʻaihaʻa. A tradition that spans over two decades, Hālau o Kekuhi's opening hula at the Merrie Monarch hōʻike night is a highly anticipated performance of the annual festival. While it may be a different experience this year away from the electric atmosphere of a packed Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium, it