In this episode, we extend the conversation beyond the stage and get deeply personal with Joshua "Baba" Kamoani‘ala Tavares, the director of a new family drama set in Hawai’i. The illuminating chat encapsulates a vibrant exchange, entwining his play's underlying themes - focusing on narcissism within the family dynamics - and his creative process as a storyteller. Narcissism, often misunderstood or brushed under the rug, is woven delicately through the narratives of his characters. This sparks a beautiful exploration of their personal identities and how these identities influence their individual and collective journeys towards healing. 
In this gripping play, Glitter in the Pa'akai a son returns to his Hawaiian 'ohana with his husband, setting the stage for an exploration of tradition and culture within family dynamics. Tavares crafts a compelling narrative, capturing the influence of narcissism on relationships and self-perception within the family. 
Experience a slice of culture in an affective play with themes of narcissism's impacts on family dynamics, running at the Earle Ernst Lab Theatre from February 7 - 11. 

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