photo by Danny Montemayor, design by Pono Designs
“A family is lots of ways.” Hoku and Mahina are sisters, hanai sisters. Though they are not related by blood, they will always be bound. It is not always easy growing up though, and when Hoku grows frustrated by her younger sister, she wishes her away. When circumstances take Mahina from the home she shares with Hoku, Hoku worries her wish is what sent Mahina away. A storm, some stars, and a guiding string help the sisters find their path as they grow up, and learn fully what it is to be family. From Von Marie Atchley Award winning Hawaiian playwright Lee Cataluna.
Dates: March 22 – April 19, 2025
Age Recommendation: Best enjoyed by 8+ (all ages always welcome at Filament)
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Thank you to our partners!
This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.
Filament Theatre is also supported by The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, The Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation, The Illinois Arts Council Agency, and by audience members like you!
Filament Business Council
Heart Strings is also made possible by the collective support of the 2024-2025 Filament Theatre Business Council and by donations from audience members just like you!
24/25 Business Council Members: Dr. Dominick and Mrs. Sylvia Maino and Lyons Family Eye Care, Culver’s, Happy Medium Films, Habitat for Humanity ReStore, Community Tavern, Chicago Ballet Center, Sir Speedy, Parkway Bank, Women and Children First Bookstore, Wildlight Yoga, The Burgundy Restaurant