Mission Statement

West Hawaii Dance Theatre and Academy transforms individuals and builds community by providing a comprehensive educational dance and theatre program on the Big Island of Hawaii.

A 501 c (3) non-profit organization in continuous service since 1993, WHDTA exceptionally diverse and family friendly program includes daily classes in multiple dance and theatre disciplines, workshops, outreach programs, performance opportunities, and guest artist residencies.

WHDTA fosters creativity, self-esteem, courage, and discipline though individual attention and mentoring resulting in enriched human spirits and responsible community citizens.

It is respected for its excellence, innovation and social responsibility by adhering to the FINE goals and standards:

F        Foster creativity & courage

I        Inspire by mentoring and performance opportunities

N       Nurture self-esteem and relationships

E       Empower by dance & theatre education

West Hawaii Dance Theater & Academy
74-5626 Alapa Street, Suite 15, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740 (click for map)
(808) 329-8876  •  Email: info[at}whdt.org
West Hawaii Dance Theatre is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational arts organization and is supported in part by the Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, Kohanaiki Foundation, Kukio Fund, Hawaii Community Foundation, Atherton Family Foundation, Vance Wall Foundation, Hoku Concert Series, Valerie Cartwright & Richard Olazaba, and our local businesses and families.

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