Diamond Head Theatre

We had a wonderful time at Diamond Head Theatre seeing Kiss Me, Kate! The production was lively, well-cast, and full of charm—it’s clear how much heart and talent goes into each show. The recent renovations have really elevated the experience—the space feels fresh, modern, and comfortable while still maintaining its local charm. A huge bonus is the free parking just across the street at Kapiʻolani Community College, which makes getting there and back so easy. From the friendly staff to the high-quality performances, Diamond Head Theatre continues to be a gem in Honolulu’s arts scene. We’re already looking forward to the next show!

Great new theater with comfortable seating close to Waikiki. Diamond Head Theater puts on great productions and has programs for community members interested in theater. I'd recommend you check out a show here. There is ample free parking in their lot and street parking is also available.

I love DHT! They are a great local theatre and a gift to the community!! Always wonderful cast.

The new theater is great! Very accessible, cashless preferred concession stand (get the DHT cup that allows you to drink inside), and strong air conditioner (bring a jacket). It's a great time for all. Also, the second Sunday show also offers ASL interpreters which is very nice.

Just saw Grease at Diamond Head Theatre, and it was awesome! True to the story with all the songs, and just different enough to make it special!!!

Wonderful venue to see great local talent performing live at very reasonable prices. Casual dress especially for the matinee performances. Tickets sell out fast as the theater is small, so buy your tickets early. Season tickets (6 performances over a year) also available at discounted prices. Call the theater for details or check their website. Ample free parking behind the theater or across the street at Kapiolani Community College. For the past year or so, a security guard was available before and after performances to help people cross the street.

Went to watch Murder on the Orient Express. My favourite theatre in Honolulu. Had seats at the back but it is small enough that I could enjoy the performance perfectly. There is headphones for the difficult of hearing. The performance was excellent. Very well done and the stage props were very creative and really made it feel like I was there. Highly impressive for a small theatre. Only negative is not a huge selection of snacks but there are some drinks. I don't think anyone goes to the theatre for the snacks though. Will be going again soon!

Beehive - Diamond Head Theatre Wow!!! I have to bring my mother to watch this show. I can guarantee that you will know 95% of the songs in this feature. All classic 1960s music with a very well done narrative of the life of Women in the 60s... through music. The start of the show felt a bit slow. Ok, I was at the preview, but i think it felt a little rough because the audience didn’t know how to respond. “Pulling Teeth” is how could better describe it but Artistic Director John Rampage did tell the audience that the performers were ready for the audience to play along. As the songs started, I was bobbing my head, tapping my feet, and clapping my hands. My first cheer came when “You Can’t Hurry Love” came on... still one of my favorite songs ever. My first tear (yes, I will admit that I cry during awesome moments) came on “Will You Still Love Me” as they did it with so much affection. My heart jumped on “Where The Boys Are” because I know Connie Francis is one of my mother’s favorite artists. My “A-Ha” moment came when “Abraham, Martin, & John.” The whole company on stage with beautiful harmony touching on some of the most significant events in the 60s and the whole history of the U.S.A. At this point I was sold. Make time the time to get to Diamond Head Theater and watch Beehive. If you do, the final act about Woodstock, which I purposely left out, will let you know that this show is worth the price of the ticket!

Went to see the SpongeBob musical and it was beyond fun, cute, and colorful. Imaginative costumes creating jellyfish and sardine characters. Courteous ushers. Practical and essential snack bar which carries diamond head theater reusable bags featuring the play season headliners in the design. Can't wait for the 2026 season. My cat loves to get in the bag. Ample free parking. Still a wonderful gem for entertainment. Great value for the incredible talent.

I love the theatre!! Especially love supporting a small local theatre like DHT. Just saw Man of La Mancha. Great show! They have a great line up coming soon, I highly recommend seeing Come From Away (saw that on Broadway) and it also looks like Les Mis is coming next year!! Cannot wait for these shows!

Off Broadway quality productions. Always a unique experience. Their musicals are the best well done.

12/7/24 Tonight we went to see White Christmas. I really enjoy the feeling of nostalgia in the song, dance and costuming. We have lots of nice local talent and should support our local theater. I hope everyone takes the time to attend a production. My personal favorites are the musicals!

Squeezed in a visit to Arendelle during my Hawaii trip -- Frozen the Musical, that is! I believe this was a local community production, but done so well! Didn't feel like an amateur or youth production, very professional, even the sets/costumes. Strong cast, singing on point. The venue was very nice! Comfortable seating, easy to purchase and decently-priced tickets online, great acoustics. Parking lot right across the street, and even a great view of the Waikiki skyline at night! The performance itself was very very good, especially the leads playing Elsa and Anna. Didn't purchase any concessions, but for this show they also had light-up snowflake wands for the kiddos to light up at a certain moment at the end of the show. Cute!

Frozen... Currently running from July 26th to August 25th is Dinsney's Frozen the Musical and at the last moment I got a chance to experience it all with the flair that I could never imagine. As I got the notice of an extra ticket I literally flew at the chance to see Frozen and who wouldn't as it was an honor to even be though feeling so grateful and humble I was basically speechless for this opportunity. Tonight was hosted by First Hawaiian Bank and I was so impressed with the selection of activities as there was photo booth, food, drinks and even shaved ice (of course!) along with Elsa and Anna who was amazing and stunning with us all, the vibe was a bright and festive with the theme as I enjoyed my "Do You Want to Build a Snowman?" drink swirling my rock candy keeping things cool. The play was just wonderful the performers along with the theater staff who notify in a fun and polite way of the time we had before the show starts it was certainly the night to remember as I never experience anything like it. Thank you for my invite I'm so thankful and enjoyed the night very much, time spent with quality is certainly well worth the value. Remember to support the local artist along with Diamond Head Theatre who knows how to put on a show and more...bravo! Thank you!

Diamond head Theater has improved a lot from the previous years with their new Theater. The seating is much better and more comfortable and the walk space to get in and out is wider. The restrooms are way more rooming with more stalls and sinks compared to the old building they had which the lines for the restrooms were backed up with long lines. The line of plays get better every year and fills up very fast. Wheelchair accessible

This was our first time at the Diamond Head Theatre and we're already excited for the next show! I never saw their old theater, but the new one completed in January 2023 is gorgeous. I definitely see why they're known as "The Broadway of the Pacific". And for such a fair price, too! The staff were all so friendly and helpful, offering a true serving of the aloha spirit. You can tell everyone is happy to be there! We didn't get any food or drink this time, but from what we saw, their menu offers a lot for both young and old! Also, their sipping cups allow you to enjoy an adult beverage without worrying that you'll spill and mess up the aisles.

Bravo! Community theatre at its fullest for those who believe art should not be criticized. Directors have different visions, as do set designers, costume designers, audio and lighting engineers, musicians and of course the actors. Everyone drawn from enthusiastic, talented pool of community members with passion but differing levels of development. The current production of My Fair Lady could easily graced any stage. A simple but well used set incorporating modern projection to make it more than it was. Subtle lighting that created a 3D pop of the main singer. Costumes so colorful that you focus on them hiding mistakes in synchronicity in dancing. A production with a very strong cast and solid singers. Put another way, those in the audience too young to have even seen the movie adaptation laughed and laughed and laughed at the timeless comedy. A production of Mamma Mia somewhat different. Younger actors, some seeming like they were still in high school, less "perfection" in the actors ability to sing and dance, music from the cheap, Cassio keyboard sounds of 1990's department store synths. The music of ABBA. Realism (seriously folks, who in the real world would break out in a Disney Newsies dance number) and one heck of a good time that had everyone on their feet by the final curtain. Go, don't go but if you want to experience a bit more than UH football or volleyball as a form of entertainment, Diamond Heat Theater offers a great alternative. Quoting Neil Patrick Harris' 65th Tony Award opening, "Broadway is not just for gays anymore".

3-25-23 little sweetie's drama class presented what they learned on stage . The theme was a two person dialogue so each student was paired with a classmate. Only one pait had scripts in hand while the rest did a good to excellent job of memorizing lines and stage presence to be heard. The theatre holds several rows of seats. The theater is new with only 2 performances held. Do you believe all theaters are haunted?

Aloha, the newly redone DHT is beautiful. Great stage, sets and comfy seats. There truly is not a bad seat in the house. Nice lanai on the lee side of the theater to avoid wind and rain. Great access to nice clean restrooms and a nice cafe for a drink or snack. We saw My Fair Lady, great timeless musical. Easy handicap access. Awesome venue. Make your way to your favorite play or musical. Enjoy!

Love, love, love this newly-renovated venue! The auditorium is so light & spacious and clean, and seating has ample keg room for those of us with long legs. We saw "Mama Mia" last night and simply enjoyed every, single minute of it. You could tell the performers really enjoyed what they were doing so it translated into a very happy audience who could sing along to their favorite ABBA songs. The singers voices were awesome, especially Alison Aldcroft, who played the bride's mom. If you haven't been to this lovely space yet, find yourself an upcoming performance you'd like to see and check it out for yourself.

Bravo on another fabulous production!!! So great to see this favorite classic- My Fair Lady- on stage ! Loved the leads, costumes, music, choreo!! Took a sweater expecting to be cold but the temperature in the theater was perfect today!

Diamond Head Theater has been a part of the Kaimuki community for many, many a year. What started out as a military theater for the Fort Ruger complex, it has been a long time location for Honolulu's performing arts, our community theater location. Quaint, intimate, cramped- the theater has been the home to popular plays, musicals and a host of other performing arts productions. Along the walls you have posters from past productions which give you a view of the rich tapestry of what has been available over the years. One can only imagine the enjoyment patrons have had watching classic musicals like South Pacific or more contemporary productions like Elf. In fact, the theater has just opened up (12/2021) again and their first production is Elf- perfect for the holidays. The big news is a new theater is in the making and anyone passing by the area can see it being constructed just mauka of the existing theater. It looks much larger than the current theater so it will be exciting to see what it has to offer. Support your local theater- Diamond Head theater could be considered the heart of the Kaimuki performing arts community.

I've been a fan of theaters forever, and Diamond Head Theater is no exception. The parking is easy, from the plentiful spaces across the street at the college to the smaller lot behind the theater, it's truly not hard to find parking. I suppose that speaks to its location, not being in an extremely bustling part of town, but I rather like it that way. I regularly come in early to park under a tree for a nap before the show. The seats are luck of the draw. If you happen to be sitting behind taller folks, well, it's not going to be the best experience. I usually select an aisle seat so I can lean if needed. The line for the bathroom is as you would expect, but they have attendants to direct the patrons. The pricing is beyond reasonable. No resellers. I remember I had season tickets for years, which I am typically ambivalent about, but it brought me to Noises Off early on and I've been loyal since. I don't usually seek out plays- they're serious and bring out all the feels- but after the first 10 minutes of Noises Off I was howling. I laughed myself hoarse. It was absolutely delightful. I could not stop talking about it. So much so that for years I would periodically look up the play to see if it was playing elsewhere. In fact, I did just that yesterday and realized I never wrote a review for this theater. Bravo to Diamond Head Theater for bringing such a gem to Honolulu. Love that they're going strong. Excellent place. Highly recommend!

My family has watched shows here for years, 2002 Chicago and sound of music, I had a family member in staff. We donate and have next years shows in our calendars. Leaving tonight's My Fair Lady my niece, cousin and her friend who I invited are horrified. HORRIFIED. They were extremely uncomfortable throughout the entire show due to the abuse, misogyny and awful context of this show. I understand it is a classic, but we simply NO LONGER LIVE in a society where this context is funny or cute. I hope to see the theater remain relevant and hope we can adjust our content....and quite honestly I'm humiliated at having subjected my young family members to these antiquated, outdated, not funny, abusive and triggering plot lines. The cast was wonderful as usual. I'm astounded at how many of them had to turn the other cheek and recite abusive lines, memorized. These "jokes" are horribly antiquated forms of low level amusement and absolutely nothing that the new generation wants to hear. Wake up theater! You will be performing to 90 year olds who giggle about a woman receiving a black eye. This performance was humiliating for the people watching and the cast.

Awesome production of Jesus Christ Superstar! Our show was sold out .. every seat was taken!!! The bummer part (only 4 stars) is during the first half we had a hard time understanding most of the guys... like the sound was muffled. I thought it was only me but everyone (party of 6) said the same thing. Second half was perfect!! The ladies sounded fabulous from beginning to end!! We have so much amazing local talent!! Please support our community theater!

Live performances in Honolulu, Hawaii... My appreciation for the theater stems from high school days. We had a teacher named Mrs. Sandla who incorporated attending plays into our school curriculum. She was one of my favorite teachers and I thank her for making me a better, more well-rounded person. I can't really remember which productions I saw in those days. Later on, I brought my mom to see musicals such as "Carousel" and "Oklahoma" here. We really enjoyed the cast, props, costumes, free parking, and overall experience! Recently, I saw a Facebook posting in regards to the renovation of Diamond Head Theater. There was a sign up for the public to take plants and plant cuttings before they all got destroyed. I brought some tools and dug up some Irises and cut some plumeria, jade, and bougainvillea! My mom is like an interior designer for her garden... the plants all went to a good home! If you don't want to sign up for some plants (bromeliads, bird of paradise, and cactus are also available), you might be interested in renting a costume or two for Halloween! I haven't done it myself, but I heard that it's a great deal! Contact the theater for more information and future performance schedules! #supportlocal #support808 #bevocalsupportlocal

New Diamond Head Theatre !!! It looks clean and brand new theatre. But actually, I like the old one though .

Went to watch Frozen. Newly remodeled theatre, comfy seats, and smelled clean. Get here early limited parking.

Diamond head theater has been around forever! For like 100 years. I'm not kidding. Due to covid, they don't have any normal theater performances. Instead, they have these concert series performances that they hold in the back parking lot. The performers perform from the loading dock deck and the cars are separated in the parking lot to maintain social distancing. It's like the old time drive in movies. Even the audio is transmitted through the radio. We watched the women singers from the 60s performance. It was pretty great for $30 per car. We brought some wine and snacks and made a little party of it. It wasn't perfect... you could hear the bus when it stopped at the adjacent stop and if you looked over, you could see people running or enjoying the music from their yards lol. But it's ok, it's much more entertaining listening/watching live music with others (even if everyone is in their cars) than just listening to the songs on your own. Support local arts and come check out their concert series! And if you come in a Toyota, you might win a prize since they are the top sponsor.

This is Hawaii's oldest performing-arts center that started in 1915. It was built by the army as a USO movie theater and then converted to a stage venue, for classic Broadway musicals & plays. It reminds me of the Shubert theater in New Haven. These small venues were a great way to see.fantastic live entertainment before or after it hit Broadway. They are now in the process of building a new theater that will open in fall of 2022. The Theater did not have any character, so I could see why they did not try to renovate it. There was two parking lots, so there was plenty of parking. I will give this 5 stars because they are going to replace it in 2022 and they have a number of great classic shows for their upcoming season. They were well organized and very Covid19 safe. Saw A Chorus Line, this has been sold out for all dates for a while and happy my daughter got tickets early. The show was not Broadway caliber, however for the price , it was well worth it.

DHT could improve their overall production quality if they didn't practice unethical casting. For years they've held closed auditions. Why? It's not to make a performer feel more comfortable as they might suggest. It's because they don't want others to see who auditioned and how they auditioned because it looks a bit weird when more talented performers keep losing out on roles to less talented performers. This practice has gone on for years.

We LOVE our local community theatre, the "Broadway of the Pacific." My kuya (older brother) and I love to catch a musical here every now and then. Over the years, we've seen The King and I, Newsies, and most recently, Waitress here, as well as other musicals in between. The sound quality, like how the actors are balanced, has always been great. The orchestra/pit has been splendid for every show we've seen. And we're most glad that they're in the works of expanding! Thus, parking is limited at the moment, but it's all good because of the bright future that's to come here! Oh! We also sat in on a vocal masterclass taught here a few years ago by someone word-class (I'm sorry, the name of this person slipped out of my mind...), and I got some tips for my own singing/delivery. It was also cool to see the backstage area of the theatre with ballet and theatre classes happening simultaneously. If I lived closer, I might have been taking their adult classes myself!

Diamond Head Theatre is a great place to go and watch local talent perform on stage. We have a lot of good local talent and this theatre is so comfortable and convenient to go and watch these various shows. Set design and musical compliments always are spot on. Lots of free parking across the street at Kapiolani Community College. All seats at the theatre are great seats. Came here to watch "elf" and the family totally enjoyed the outstanding performances. Since Hawaii is slowly opening up, the theatre was packed during our Saturday matinee show. Whenever you get a chance to see a performance, Diamond Theatre never disappoints!

I love this little theatre and have really enjoyed the quality of the shows produced here. I've been to four over the last couple of years (I'm a high school teacher and enjoy seeing my students on stage) and have not left disappointed. Best seating for me has either been first few rows in the middle behind the first section of seats, in the front to the left of the stage, and all the way up back by the booth. Cons: -tickets are pricey -drinks and snacks are also pricey -I don't recommend going cheap on the seats to the far sides of the auditorium as the view is challenging, especially if you're short Pros: -quality shows -plenty of free parking -friendly volunteers -they'll hold your flowers/leis in the ticket office for you during the show -sound quality is good

Brand new theater! We saw Cinderella and Bodyguard. First time the air-conditioning was too cold, second time air-conditioning was OK. The staff was very helpful. I called the box office to determine playdates for my online order because I lost the email. Once there the ushers were very helpful. The staff are all volunteers and have designated roles. Guys help you to your seats but can't help you with handicap seating questions. Please be patient. Looking forward to the next performance.

Best show ever. I love the performances every time but this was extra special because they had the audience participation

Diamond Head Theatre has been in existence for 100+ years, and I did not have the chance to watch their shows until in recent years. Back in December 2018, I watched Irving Berlin's "Holiday Inn", featuring one of my former co-workers and good friend Erin Wong as Linda Mason. The show did not disappoint at all, and I was so happy to see Erin after the show and chat with her for some time. Fast forward to 2020, when COVID hit Hawaii and changed many of our livelihoods, as well as operations at the Diamond Head Theatre. Many kudos and props to their directors and staff for coming up with a brilliant idea of doing some drive-in outdoor mini-concerts in their back parking lot. I went to "It's My Party" in October 2020 and it was great to see Erin doing her performances, even if it was from a distance! I wish Diamond Head Theatre all the best as they navigate through these challenges and hope they can eventually return to normal. Such as doing live shows in-person.

One of my students had a role in _A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder_, and she very generously invited me to see the show. It's been a while since I've seen a production at the Diamond Head Theatre, so I was excited for another visit. Since my ticket was at will-call, I arrived about 30 minutes early. I saw that most people were turning into the lot across from the theatre, so I parked there as well. (Later, I noticed there was also a parking lot behind the theatre. I'm guessing that once that fills up, everyone parks across the street.) It was no problem to pick up my ticket. I showed them my ID, received my little envelope, and headed to the entryway for seating. All the employees were welcoming and friendly as I received my program and made my way to my seat. They did a great job of getting everyone to their seats and taking special care for those who had canes or crutches. They also warned everyone that the first act was an hour and a half, so everyone could be sure to take a bathroom break ahead of time. I sat in Row D and after a few conversations with the other patrons, we realized there were two seat 207s in that row! The chair for 209 had a sticker over it, so I'm guessing the 208 sticker was just pulled off the extra 207 seat. Most of the patrons seemed to be experienced theatre-goers, so we arranged ourselves without any issues. After the orchestra was warmed up, the lights dimmed and there were some opening announcements, including that we could meet the cast members outside after the show. The curtain went up and the show started. They had one intermission. Food and beverages were available outside before the show and during the break. I did notice some very long lines for the bathrooms, especially for the women's bathroom. Although your experience will certainly vary by show, I really enjoyed this production. It was funny and silly, if a bit predictable. The set, costume, and light design were all well done. Since it was such a small cast, the actors played many roles and had to do so many quick-changes backstage, especially the D'Ysquith actor. Great job to the crew on that, since I know it can be challenging! All the cast members really did an outstanding job. As promised, the actors came outside after the show, including my student. It was nice to be able to talk to her and tell her what a great job she did, since not production companies do this after the shows. By the time I left, there was barely any traffic from the lots, but I did see that there was a Sheriff on duty to watch traffic and make sure that patrons were crossing the street safely. It was a lovely afternoon out and I wouldn't hesitate to see another show at DHT!

I grew up with DHT and now I'm a Season Holder. I think DHTs productions are spot on and feature great talent from both locally and around the country. The music and sets cater to all my senses. I realize talent is a subjective idea, but I'd say more than not you're gonna be satisfied.

We were music theater subscribers for decades in San Francisco, and have also seen musical theater on Broadway, London, and elsewhere. All were obscenely expensive, but we paid because that was the only way to see them. Today for the first time, we went to Diamond Head Theater, and watched Jesus Christ Superstar! Wonderful performance in a mid-sized theater with excellent acoustics. And the seats were only $25, not the $400 we paid last time we visited Broadway! This is going to be place we go to a lot in the future!

DHT THEATER PRODUCTIONS I come to see plays here from time to time whenever a play title catches my fancy. Plays shown here are put on by the theater itself (rather than outside theater groups coming in to put on theater productions). Topics tend to be whimsical and or often push the envelope a bit but not too much. Their directors do a really good job adding the right touches to bring stories to life. This theater is well-loved and well-used. It's really quite a busy place! There's always something going on, either classes or production work or both happening right after the other. It's amazing how this place is just a dizzying frenzy of activity! It has an education department that trains people to be good actors and performers so it can draw from a pool of people who attend their classes. Sometimes they already know who will fill certain roles. What roles are not decided are selected via auditions. Auditions are held right here at this theater for each play meaning that they draw from local talent. You might often see actors in different performances across different Oahu theaters cast here. It's also a great place to learn about the various parts of theater production. They use utilize a volunteer stage crew that comes from current and studying actors, directors, & production people. If you want to help out a particular play, my understanding is you need to be available for most if not all dates of entire productions, practices, & dress rehearsals. About the theater: This theater was once a movie house turned into a theater production play theater which is why the seats are set up in rows as though it were a movie theater. My DHT acting classmate Val told me about this. It is not a new theater but it is pretty well equipped with modern conveniences. The theater is air conditioned. Seats are plush and comfy. There is a cold water fountain to the left of the entrance. Floor is concrete covered by carpet in most places. The ceiling is super high which gives one the feeling of open air not confined or stuffy although it can get warm inside if there are a lot of people or the air conditioner is not working. The stage is quite large. Dancing and acrobatics can be done as well as aerial movements on guy wires strung from the ceiling. Fairly large, two-story props fit comfortably. Huge backdrops extending width of the stage are possible; black curtains and narrow ceiling height white panels on the sides behind the curtains help block the actors waiting for cues on the side and set personnel helping actors out of sight from the view of audience members. Acoustics are really good and the actors usually have microphones on so there's no chance you won't hear them. Really there is no bad seat in the house if you are adult height. Seats are aligned in rows in two major sections, front and middle to back with smaller wing sections left & right of the theater. There is a set musician section to the right at front so there are no seats at the front right area. Upper seating is recessed gently so you don't have much to worry about people in front of you blocking your view. Lower seating is slightly recessed too but the stage is up a bit higher so there's almost no blocking from bodies in front. I prefer to sit a little farther back rather than right up close to the very front. Seats do not extend past the shoulders and do not have head rests. Seat rows are set closer together than newer theaters so once you're in your seats, it can be a trek going past people to reach the aisle. Be sure to use the restroom before going to your seats especially if your seats are in the inner area of a row. Restrooms are located to the far left (men's) and right (women's) of the front doors. The women's restroom has four sinks and about 8 stalls. Before, during intermission, and after plays there are always long lines at the women's restroom although the lines do get thru fairly quickly. There are two side doors on each side which are locked on performance nights and are unlocked during intermissions and conclusion of performances. The box office is at the front doors although I have never had to use them. I always purchase tickets online and have the tickets mailed to me. They do have a will call open on show nights. You can become a season ticket holder to access show tickets all theater season long. Check online for season and individual show tickets. The theater parking lot is adjacent to the theater building on the Ewa side, opposite the front theater facade/entrance. There are a good number of stalls but not enough for a filled theater so other options are to find (free) street parking or to park (for free) across the theater entrance at KCC (Kapiolani Community College) where there is a huge parking lot that is usually empty (of KCC students) by the time DHT performances take place. Come to see a play or two or more here. It's fun to see how characters are interpreted and how stories come to life!

I always like the historical looking Theaters and this is one of them. I've been to several productions here from South Pacific, Little Mermaid and now A Charlie Brown Christmas. And I enjoyed the local talent of the islands. There is a an array of talent here on the islands and I am glad there are some venues for them to display their talent. The venue fits easily over 200 and normally it's not freezing in the theater but maybe because of the cool weather outside it made it cooler inside. The only thing CON for me is the leg room is rather tight but i realize this is the original configuration. So endure it for the couple of hours of the show. Parking is immediately in the back of the theater or across at Kapiolani Community College. Get there early if it is a good show to get closer parking. And ENJOY the show!

a DIAMOND in the rough. I was recently privileged to be in the audience on the opening night of the production of "Promises, Promises." I attended thanks to the invitation of a friend, and though I did not know a single thing about the production (not even a tiny bit about the plot), I enjoyed my first-time experience/event at DH Theatre immensely. PARKING: Options are a lot directly behind the theatre or across the street at KCC. Since it was opening night, there was a tent set up where patrons gathered before showtime for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres Not knowing anyone at all, I meekly picked up my ticket at the will-call window (a picture ID is needed) and took a seat on one of the benches fronting the theatre. People started to enter the theatre between 730-745pm, and so I followed the masses to wait inside. The interior is not new and sleek, but it does have some charm so to speak. The musicians are located towards the right hand side facing the stage, and I found myself sitting not far from them. Allow the staff be your guide. A friendly older gentlemen kindly showed me to my row and pointed out my seat. The seats are somewhat similar to those at the older Consolidated movie theatres; think Pearlridge West or Kahala 8-plex. Spacing between the rows is moderate. The production itself was extremely brilliant. I thought it was well produced, acted, and choreographed. I enjoyed every minute of it! BOTTOM LINE: A wonderful first-time experience at Diamond Head Theatre. I hope I'm able to attend productions here in the future.

A quaint theater with small town vibe. I went to see the sold out Hello Dolly production with my girlfriend and we had a great night out. Parking across the street along with police officers make it safe and convenient. Outside the theater there are tents and tables set up selling wine, soft drinks and snacks...more high school than SF Opera feeling but I liked the relaxed setting. 5 stars of there were food trucks and maybe DJ spinning some oldies. The will call is efficient and getting in was also efficient and courteous. The theater is a lovely old bldg with good views for everyone. The orchestra is in the front right corner which seems a bit odd, but since we sat on the left it didnt bother me. The production had top notch actors and the leadlead dancers were all a pleasure to watch. The costumes and music was good, but not 5 stars, but it's not Broadway or London, so maybe for what it is, it deserves 5 stars, so forgive me if I rate too harshly. What I found a bit disappointing was the lighting design and stage design because I thought the acting and dancing were better and on a different level than their surroundings. I loved the theater and the play. But why it gets 4 not 5 stars: 1. There are not enough bathrooms for the women. 2. Great small community theater its not Broadway even if the lead was a Tony winning actress. 3. Mixup with our tickets. A pair came with tickets for the same seats we were sitting in. Ushers came and asked for our tickets, we were in right place. They ask us to wait, another usher comes, asks to see our tickets. They point to the other 2 and say, you are sitting in their seats. We say we are sitting in our seats. The woman states the obvious and says there are 2 pairs with the same number. They take the other pair out and a 3rd lady comes and asks to see our ticket. We got asked a 4th time, but at no time was there an apology or explanation given.

First time back...show was exceptional, staff very helpful...parked in the back lot as usual...but, had to climb stairs, I had much difficulty manuevering that...then more stairs to get my tickets at the box office, then back down... not good! I don't like parking across the street since I can't walk too far. Got tickets for my usual seat, which is at the end...so I can leave quickly for the bathroom and to exit, but I found myself seated smack against the wall after having to move through other patrons on my row...why no more aisles at the ends? Not practical. I didn't know when purchasing my tickets that it wasn't like before. Very disappointing. Also disappointing was not being able to see the orchestra...that was part of the fun seeing shows. They are now way down in a deep pit and the music is much softer coming out from there,,,not as dramatic as before. Then, it was FREEZING COLD!!! even my legs and I wore long pants. I think what a waste of money spent with this poor planning of the theatre. I would give 5 stars for the performance but gave it 3 because of these inconveniences. I'm so sorry for how this new theatre turned out. I used to have season tickets for years and enjoyed the 'old' charm of the 'old' theatre...it felt warm & comfortable, even with a smaller bathroom...I was told the new men's room is not adequate ...long lines there now. I'm sorry and sad.

Last night was my second time coming here to watch a play. The first time was to see "Funny Girl" last September and yesterday was "Legally Blonde". Prior to coming here I would pass this theatre pretty much every day on my way home from hiking Diamond Head. I would see what's playing on the marquee but didn't make the effort to come see the play until I was invited by friends who had an extra ticket. Fortunately I had no plans that evening so I tagged along only to enjoy myself. This theatre is on the cozy side with maximum seating capacity of 473 people. To the right there is the orchestra of about a dozen peeps. Before the curtain goes down and during intermission, they have an outdoor concession stand selling wine, soft drinks and snacks. In my opinion, it is important to support the theatre and local talent. So much effort and resources are put in for the production and on both occasions I enjoyed myself very much. The new season starts Sept 2013 with "Cabaret". Season tickets are now available at a great rate ranging from $66 to $228 for the year (6 shows). Last night they mentioned that for new memberships you can submit the name of a current season ticket holder and the winner of that drawing is a Las Vegas tour package for 2 people! Last year there were only 50 people in the drawing so the odds were not bad at all. Parking is a plus when coming to see a play. They do have a dedicated lot next to the theatre but you can also park at KCC, which is just right across the street. With discounted prices and FREE parking, it's very tempting to get yourself season tickets. Overall, I have had 2 great shows here and looking forward to the 2013 - 2014 season.

My sister and I just went here to watch the Little Mermaid show as part of a Toyota thank you promotion for Camry owners. It's been a long time since I've seen a play at the Diamond Head theatre. I would say it's been more than 15 years. Whoa showing my age . But in those years absent from going to Diamond Head theatre I've been to other plays. I was really impressed with the quality of the play. Most of the plays that I've been to have been student productions at high schools. While those have been good, Diamond Head theatre production was way better. The caliber of the cast and the costumes was amazing. Every single person had a whole list of credentials in different shows. The costumes really depicted the characters and it was easy to follow along. The best character costume for the particular play was Ursula. It seriously looked liked the Ursula in the movie. The play held up to the story and was great to watch in play form instead of movie. I hope to get a chance to go to Diamond Head Theatre to watch another play. I'm glad that I had the opportunity to go with Toyota, otherwise I would've never known how good the performances are.

Seeing Sister Act tonight. Parking is plentiful, across the street at KCC. Snacks and refreshments are for sale and there's an area of to the side outside the Theatre for those who got here early. The Theatre is not very big, but it seats a nice size crowd. Down front, stage right, is where the musicians are. The ladies restroom is located to the right, inside the main entrance. Very clean and there are about 7 stalls. It's just about showtime.

Another fabulous show at the Diamond Head Theatre! The Little Mermaid was alive with the songs and dances and color of the Disney movie, but on the stage. Ariel even "swam" 25-feet above the stage. Really neat! Ursula was amazing, with a strong singing voice and spell-binding stage presence. Sebastian was endearingly likeable, with a strong singing voice. Ariel and Prince Eric were good leads with a talented supporting cast. The costumes, the props, and the backdrops all made for a thoroughly enjoyable show. If you don't already have tickets, too bad because they are sold out for the remainder of their run!

I often drove by Diamond Head theater when I attended KCC for a semester and I always thought, I should go there and watch one of their shows. Fast forward a "few" years *cough*cough* and I still hadn't gone to a show!! Then a few years ago a friend of mine passed away. She was a supporter and season ticket holder for the theater. Her family gave me her two tickets for the last 2 shows of the season that year. That was my first introduction to Diamond Head Theatre and I've been in love ever since. Thank you Janice. So far I've watched Spamalot, Mary Poppins, South Pacific, 42nd St, Sister Act and Camelot. What a great way to support local actors/talent and it's a great way for the people of Oahu to enjoy theater and musicals. The costumes and stage design are great too and play a huge part in making the entire production a huge success. I'm happy that there's a theatre that allows our talent to be showcased and produce plays/musicals I probably wouldn't have seen otherwise. It's an older theatre but there's definitely a charm about it. If you've been thinking about attending a show here......just do it! Don't wait or you'll miss out on the great plays happening this season!

I absolutely love Diamond Head Theater. The theater is located just outside of Waikiki directly across Kapiolani Community College. Although they have their own nice size parking lot behind the theater, for the evening performances, you may freely park in the community college just across the street. Having a huge free parking lot is fantastic! This year I saw all 3 main performances - Evita, A Little Mermaid, and All Shook Up. I also just watched Ragtime a couple weeks ago. Ragtime was a little stressful for me because although true to history, there were heave racial and anti-semitism tones throughout the play. Another great thing to look forward to is the intermission. In addition to the usual candy bars and soda and water, there is a Mini wine bar serving red, white, and sparkling varieties for only 8 or $9. If you enjoy live theater, definitely purchase season tickets and you will save a little money. There is also something called the flex pass that allows you to change your seats without any charge. Strongly recommend! I'm not sure if it's for privacy or copyright but they don't allow pictures or video of the performance. Too bad. It would be wonderful to share pictures and videos of the amazing performances.

Just got home from watching Rodger & Hammerstein's "Cinderella" at DHT. My son begged to stay home but as I had laid down $32 for his seat, I wasn't about to let one go to waste. Oh and I admit that my dream is that he'll one day sing and dance because I'm a little sick like that. After telling him that Santa would be extremely disappointed by his bad attitude he gave into my threats, errrr negotiating tactics, and joined the family for the musical. Our seats were just five rows away from the stage and I was in heaven as my children smiled and laughed their way through each act. I warned my daughter during intermission that the story of Cinderella is simply an "interpretation" of love and that this story will most likely put unrealistic expectations upon her future relationships. She's only five so she didn't really understand what I was telling her. But one day I'll remind her of our conversation. We were all enthralled as the clock struck twelve and Cinderella ran off with only a single slipper. I asked my children what was to become of Cinderella?! Well I'm happy to report that our mentally abused shut in got her man and got married at the end. I am embarrassed to admit that I cried when the prince put the slipper on Cinderella's foot. See how psychologically scarring this storyline is!!! DHT is not a fancy, big budget experience, but truly a community effort. It's inspiring to see local people of all ages sharing their love of song and dance and I know my family really enjoyed the production. I think going to the theater will be our holiday tradition from now on and I can't wait to see my children perform onstage at DHT one day soon! Yelp 365 Challenge: #112/365 (The Glass Slipper)

Best theatre in town. Seating: The "cheap seats" are the 2 seats on the outer end of each row. So it's ironic to me that the cheap seats includes a coveted aisle seat. There are no bad seats in the house....unless you get stuck behind a tall person with a large brain. Leg room is tight however, so if you need to get up in the middle of a show you'll cause a minor frenzy. Parking: Lots of parking. Theatre has a private lot in back, but you can also park at KCC across the street. Attire: You will see a range of shorts//sandals to short dressy evening dresses in the audience. So come as you feel comfortable. Bathoom: Only reason why they don't get 5 stars is that their restrooms are in severe need of expansion. The women's line is the expectedly loooonng, but I've also seen lines for the men's room! Refreshments: No food or drink allowed in the theatre, so finish your $2 snacks outside either before the show or at intermission. Other: Check out their costume shop for Halloween. Bring the family for DHT's Holiday production - it's Cinderella this year!

I have been coming here for over 35 years and always enjoy my time spent. I love supporting the local economy of Hawaii. It's not fancy it's not big. It's just a feeling of hike every time u walk in and u always leave satisfied eager to return. If u have time stop by and check them out u won't be disappointed !!

Son played in the musical show. Was the best experience he had there. A/c wasn't working that well but the performance out weighed the discomfort. Awesome Show!

"NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT". Very well done. I liked that it was a comedy and romance with excellent Singing. A must see production. Free parking behind the theater or across in the KCC parking lot

This is a great community theatre smack in town. The ticket prices are decent, the productions are well a done, and the location is awesome (being in town)! I've seen big budgeted productions in NY (Broadway productions) and London. I've also seen small productions at local High Schools and the UH Kennedy theatre. And I've seen the smallest of the smallest of the all time smallest productions where the room fits only 50. I enjoy DHT productions so much, that this year, I decided to buy the entire season tickets! I just saw their first production of the 2010-2011 season: "Crazy for You", the musical. It was absolutely awesome! I had such a thrill rush coming out of the theatre. Very excited for the coming productions this season. Other recent productions that I've seen here include: The Joy Luck Club and Guys and Dolls. Both were spectacular!