Hula in the Modern World: What Is Hula Today?

In conclusion, hula has evolved in dance, costume, tradition, and people. Kumu Patrick Makuakane brings the more modern form of hula to present day. His dances range from chants for Hula Kahiko, to songs by Eminem for his trademark, Hula Mua. Kumu Mark Hoomalu chooses to perpetuate the Hawaiian culture through competitive hula. His creativity with Hula Kahiko has also changed the hula world, along with Makuakane. With the production of Disney's "Lilo and Stitch," Hoomalu continues to discover ways to bring hula into the hearts of people all over the world. Ke Kai O'Uhane, under the direction of Judy Charles, persists to hold their annual luau to entertain the people of Monterey. From large, scale productions by Kumu Patrick Makuakane to the annual luau of Ke Kai O'Uhane, hula is perpetuated no matter what form it comes in.…