TATALA – Choreographed by Ankaramy (Anks) Fepuleai

TATALA in English ‘Open’ explores the mental health and expectations of the ‘eldest sibling’.

E PEU TA’ITO by Lomina-Meteri Araitia

PEU:  custom, manner, fashion, practice; skill; extraordinary performance; habit, deed, TA’ITO:  ancient, belonging to former or ancient times. This movement piece is a continuation of my exploration and research of my papas “Te pito o Tumutevarovaro,” through my first performative research of this, I’ve learnt that papa was talking about a womans’ kopapa (body).  

ATA Laughter & Discomfort – Choreographer – Desiree Soo-Choon

‘He who belittes the struggle of another will one day be laughed upon’, Do people laugh at your dreams? Is it those around you and those that you look to for support that make you feel this way? Touches on Tall Poppy Syndrome and the significance of a solid village around you.

Tinā – Choreographer- Litara Ieremia-Allan

An ode to mothers.To my mother.

(re)claim – Choreographer: Chas Samoa 

Through the processes, we explore an alternate reality where representation of power, colonial knowledge and an accessing of spirituality thrives. The aesthetic of this piece was inspired by Pati Tyrell’s “God-head” work. Each woman has facial adornment specific to their individual Oceanic heritage.

From the New Zealand School of Dance

Work 1 Ngā Wāhine Whenua – Women of the Land

Choreographers – Emily Calvery and Hahna Nichols

Artistic Director: Xavier Breed

Explore the concepts of reconnection – particularly as 2 Wāhine Māori who are learning more about Whakapapa (genealogy) and what it means to grow up in Aotearoa but with a sense of disconnection to their Māori heritage.

Work 2 Meaalofa CHoregraphed by Elijah Kennar

Mealofa is the Samoan word for “gift”.   Mea – meaning ‘”thing” and lofa – comes from the word

It has many layers wrapped within It; and the process of finding this gift has been a gift of its own too. Let this be a small token of appreciation for you, our supporters, family and friends”.

Choreographers: Ankaramy (Anks) Fepuleai, Lomina-Meteri Araitia, Desiree Soo-Choon, Litara Ieremia-Allan, Chas Samoa, Emily Calvery and Hahna Nichols, Elijah Kennar

Pasifika contemporary dance , Cultural activation , Contemporary dance ,

60 mins