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This is the story of a Halau preparing for, and performing in the 40th Annual Merrie Monarch Hula Festival in Hilo Hawai'i.
With the permission of Kumu Hula Chinky Mahoe and under the guidance of supporters and mentor's Mike and Syl Kop of Hula Supply Center, Honolulu Hawai'i, Digital Photographer John Bartlett was invited to embed with Halau Hula O'Kawaili'ula during the Merrie Monarch Hula Festival 25-28 April. This photo series honors the spirited and dedicated Wahine and Kane of this fine halau, under the able leadership of revered Kumu Hula Chinky Mahoe.
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