Dr. Tawn Keeney, a lifelong plantation physician in Honokaa town, bought and restored the theater in the late 1980s. His oldest daughter, Phaethon now manages the island's largest theater.
The Theatre has a long history of hosting community events, including practices of Auntie Aloha's keiki hula halau three times a week. Dancer Ānuenue Pupuhi waits for her cue to enter stage.
The theatre recently opened a cafe serving hungry locals and visitors on their way to Waipio Valley. Tayler Pe'a, 8, left, and Kaivren Credo, 9, right, wait for their order.
