Description / Synopsis

Ke Kula Keiki Ali’i- The Royal School
by Lee Cataluna and Moses Goods.  

The production brings to life a time when Hawaiian leaders Kamehameha IV, Kamehameha V, Bernice Pauahi Bishop, Queen Lili`uokalani, Queen Emma and King Kalakaua were together as children in boarding school. Ke Kula Keiki Ali`i, the Royal School, was established in 1839 by Kamehameha III for the education of ali`i children, all of whom could be called upon to lead the Nation of Hawaii. Similar to today’s students, the ali`i children were coming of age in a time of great societal change and were being educated to lead in an uncertain future. The students of the Royal School often looked to each other for friendship and support as they tried to find a balance between the Hawaii of their ancestors and the changes of global influences, technology and political upheaval being brought to Hawai’i’s shore. 

This modern staging of historic material uses original songs composed in Hawaiian, as well as English/Hawaiian rap and mele. It also features a Native Hawaiian cast, writers and composers.

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Think About Theatre

Think About Theatre

You saw the HTY show The Royal School. Maybe you’ve seen other HTY plays, too. Now, what have you discovered about theater? • What do...

Who are the Heroes of Today?

Who are the Heroes of Today?

Who are the Heroes of Today? All cultures and societies have produced heroes, including folk, military, religious, political, and artistic heroes. We know about these...

Characters of the Play

Characters of the Play

Characters of the Play As you discuss and review the HTY play, you might like having pictures of the historical characters. Download PDF of this...

Post-Performance Discussion

Post-Performance Discussion

Post-Performance Discussion Characters Which character were you most interested in? What did that character do that you enjoyed watching? Which character changed the most in...

Pre-Show Discussion Points

Pre-Show Discussion Points

Pre-Show Discussion Points Family and Honor ▪ Why is family important? ▪ What do you believe is something that family should always do for each...

Pre-Show Activity Words with Purpose

Pre-Show Activity Words with Purpose

Pre-Show Activity: Words with Purpose This activity is a word association activity designed to activate prior knowledge with important vocabulary and themes. Choose from the...

Writing Prompts

Writing Prompts

Writing The Royal School story offers many themes students can write about. Below is a list of possible prompts. To begin, engage students in a...

Review the Play

Review the Play

Review the Play When writing a review of a performance, there is a lot to consider. You might not comment on every part of the...