Downtown Art Center Presents - “Dance on the Edge of the Witches’ Cauldron,” Curated by Tom Klobe, May 1-29, 2026 & DAC Volunteer Art Show 2026

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Downtown Art Center Presents - “Dance on the Edge of the Witches’ Cauldron,” Curated by Tom Klobe, May 1-29, 2026 & DAC Volunteer Art Show 2026
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Date: Friday - 5/1/2026
Time: 5:30 to 8 p.m
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Downtown Art Center
1040 A Nuuana Avenue
Honolulu, Hawaii 96717

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Downtown Art Center Presents “Dance on the Edge of the Witches’ Cauldron,” Curated by Tom Klobe, May 1-29, 2026

Honolulu (April 2026)—Downtown Art Center (DAC), at 1041 Nuʻuanu Ave., is excited to host “Dance on the Edge of the itches’ Cauldron,” curated by Tom Klobe, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Art Department professor emeritus, founding director of the University of Hawaiʻi Art Gallery, and Artists of Hawaiʻi Biennial 2024 juror. The exhibition will be on view from May 1-29, in DAC’s second-floor Main Gallery. Admission is free and open to the public Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

An Opening Reception will be held on First Friday, May 1, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
“Dance on the Edge of the Witches' Cauldron" is an important exhibition that features five renowned Hawaiʻi artists who have, throughout their lives, pushed beyond all borders. In other words, they have danced on the edge of the witches' cauldron, balancing between the fire on one side and the boiling stew on the other. Featured artists are: Fred Roster, Pat Hickman, Allyn Bromley, Sally French, and Linda Kane.

These pioneer artists have always approached art with an inventive use of materials, a sense of dedication, and extreme curiosity. Works by each artist have been selected that showcase the adventurous experimentation each has pursued throughout their artistic careers.

Mahalo to sponsor Sharon Twigg-Smith for her generous support of this exhibition.

For upcoming exhibitions and events at Downtown Art Center, visit downtownarthi.org.

First Fridays at DAC (Every First Friday of the Month)

Every First Friday evening of the month, DAC joins other creative organizations in the Chinatown Arts District with special art activities, performances, make & take crafting projects, exhibition opening receptions, artist meet & greets, and more!
Every First Friday of the month from 5:30 - 8 p.m. Downtown Art Center (all spaces) FREE and open to the public!
Photo: Dancers from IONA Contemporary Dance Theatre
For upcoming exhibitions and events at Downtown Art Center, visit downtownarthi.org.

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Current Courtyard Gallery Exhibition
“Beauty of Pastels 2026” Pastel Artists of Hawaiʻi Annual Open Juried Show
On View March 31 - April 25, 2026
Opening Reception & Award Ceremony: Saturday, April 4 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This annual exhibition, juried this year by Terrilynn Dubreuil, showcases vibrant, original pastel works from across the Islands. Find out more at pastelartistsofhawaii.com.

DAC Volunteer Art Show 2026 On View April 3 - May 30, 2026
From painters, printmakers, sculptors and textile artists to photographers and ceramicists, Downtown Art Center has some of the most talented, creative volunteers around. This show is to celebrate them, not only for their contributions to the gallery (DAC literally couldn’t run without our volunteers) but as artists too! This exhibition showcases the work of DAC volunteers, many of whom belong to other local arts organizations as well. To find out how to become one of our volunteers, email volunteer@downtownarthi.org!

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About the Downtown Art Center (DAC):
Located in the Chinatown Gateway Plaza building at 1041 Nuʻuanu Ave., Second Floor, the nonprofit Downtown Art Center is an evolving gallery and workshop space for Oʻahu's arts scene. DAC strives to become a thriving center for the arts by providing display space for local artists and art organizations, workshop classrooms, performances, and more. Support DAC and help it grow at donorbox.org/downtownartcenter!

Parking for DAC is located at nearby municipal parking lots (onsite at Chinatown Gateway Plaza, parking entrance off Bethel Street) or at Mark's Garage (entrance at 22 S. Pauahi St.). DAC is easily accessible by public transit as well; get directions, routes and timetables at www.thebus.org.
 

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Downtown Art Center Presents - “Dance on the Edge of the Witches’ Cauldron,” Curated by Tom Klobe, May 1-29, 2026 & DAC Volunteer Art Show 2026

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