Barry Jay Barry Jay, entertainer, recording artist, songwriter and sought-after M.C. for the
Western as well as Asian conventions. He was also a headliner at the
Sheraton Waikiki with Hawaii's top recording artists and entertainers. He
has been a part of Hawaii's entertainment scene and a part of our Ebb Tides Ohana since
the 1960's.
Born in Australia of Chinese-Hawaiian father and Australian mother, Barry moved to Hawaii as a young child, and calls
Hawaii his home.
Janet Mayerle Kawakami Born
and raised in Yokohama, Japan of American father and Japanese mother.
Graduate of Santa Maria International School in Yokohama;
bilingual - fluent in Japanese and English. A career spanning
over 16 years in Hawaii, MC for Japanese conventions and shows with Ebb
Tides Production, as well working with Japanese media and production
companies on location in Hawaii. Various clients from Fuji-TV,
NHK, NTV; commercials for Japan Airlines, Kirin Beer, Asahi Beer,
Sapporo Beer; Afternoon Tea, Pocari Sweat, Calpis and Nissan, numerous
Japan national magazines, such as Fujingaho, 25ans, Classy, Very, With,
Grazia, Tarzan, Popeye and Blue Guide of Hawaii.
Ken Hayashi Born
and raised in Japan, Ken has lived in Hawaii for over 30 years and is
fluent in both Japanese and English. Graduate of Meiji Gakuin
University and University of Hawaii, BBA in Marketing.
Ken
has extensive experience in broadcasting and is always on call for
voice-overs for radio and television commercials. Ken has
been with Ebb Tides Production as an MC for conventions and shows since
1988.
Johnny Kai MC, singer and musician has been a part of Hawaii's entertainment scene for more than 30
years. He has shared the stage with many of Hawaii's celebrities and has been touring
the East Coast and New York City for the past 14 years in a successful Hollywood-style
Polynesian production called “Johnny Kai – Hawaiian Style." He is the founder and
producer of the Hawaii Music Awards which has recognized many recording artists in
Japan.
Combo Musicians
Variety Hawaiian Trio and Hula Dancer
Amy, Shivani, Larry with Kanani
Variety Hawaiian Trio and The Ebb Tides Dancers
Combinations - Solo, Duo, Trio, Combos with Dancers available on request
Traditional Hawaiian Acoustic Trio
Meet Ron and his kanes!
Variety Hawaiian Duo
Acoustic piano and guitar - Shivani and Bernard entertaining in an intimate setting for a luncheon reception at the Halekulani Hotel - Hau Terrace, Waikiki
Combinations available - solo piano, solo guitar, duo - guitar and ukulele. and other combos
Variety Dinner and Dance Band
One of the many looks and sounds of the Ebb Tides!
Swing and rock, cha cha and rhumba, polka and slow dance!
Meet Our Versatile Vocalists - Barry, Shivani and Amy!
Add a vocalist for your dinner and dancing pleasure!
Hula Ladies of The Ebb Tides
Laine, Kanani and Kini
Kaliko, Laine, and Kanani
Film Shoots, Theme Parties and More!
Ken Matsudaira, Japanese actor of "Abarenbo Shogun" fame with Ebb Tides, Larry Fukunaga and entertainers on film shoot at Sheraton Waikiki, Honolulu
Fireknife dancers - "Pyramid of Fire" for Ken Matsudaira film shoot
Available - solo fireknife dancer to multiples as shown in photo
Behind the scene with Japanese cast and fireknife dancers
Ebb Tides Lei Greeter and Royal Guards
Inquire about special props, archways, tropical stage decos, and more for your theme parties!
Rainbow Stage Deco
Kualoa Ranch - Japanese television filming of a Hawaiian luau with the traditional roasted kalua pig
Imu Ceremony - Traditional Hawaiian-style kalua pig cooked in an underground pit and presented to you and your guests to the sound of the conch shell
Opening Ceremony - Let the sound of the conch and the entrance of the royal kahili bearers herald the opening of your festivities
Magicians
Alan Arita Alan Arita brings the “world of magic” to all the major hotels in Waikiki and other
private venues throughout the island of Oahu. His unique style and pizzazz has
captivated audiences of all ages for over 20 years!. Contact us or go directly to his
website for more information. AlanAritaMagic.com
Professional Services
Lena's Fab Brows - Makeup, Eyebrow Shaping, Waxing, Hawaii Weddings, Photo Shoots & Events
From weddings, photo shoots to personal care for clients, Lena
extends her talents and unique ability to emulate the best version of
her client's beauty.
With her expertise in eyebrow
shaping and body waxing, you can now have those fabulous brows you've
always wanted! PLUS! a not so scary waxing experience in those
sensitive areas, all in a comfortable environment.
Lena
also specializes in make-up! She's made up some of the most gorgeous
people in L.A. and will now be glamming up the beautiful people of the
Hawaiian Islands!
