John Cruz Island Style Series

Presented by Hawaiian Airlines and sponsored by Wailea Beach Resort, this special evening invites audiences to experience Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winner John Cruz in the setting where he feels most at home, performing live in an intimate premier listening room where every note can be seen, heard, and felt. Known for his deeply personal songwriting and warm stage presence, Cruz has built a remarkable career telling stories about everyday people and shared human experiences, celebrating the connections that unite us all. With more than one million annual streams of his recordings, multiple Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards in 1997, 2008, and 2022, and a contribution to the Grammy Award winning album Slack Key Guitar Vol 2, he has become one of the most beloved and respected artists in Hawaii. At ProArts Maui, audiences are given the rare opportunity to fully immerse themselves in his music, spirit, and message of love, compassion, and common ground.

For John Cruz, live performance is at the heart of his artistry and life. He describes playing at ProArts Maui as performing in his own front yard, like sharing songs in his living room in true Island Style, connecting personally with each member of the audience. That closeness creates an atmosphere where every performance becomes a unique and memorable journey. As The New York Times described it, his shows are a musical journey and always an unpredictable ride, blending heartfelt storytelling with soulful melodies in a way that leaves listeners inspired and deeply moved.