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represents the
Polynesian community of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
The group was formed in 1982 with five young dancers, which eventually grew to 200 talented young artists who perform locally, nationally, and internationally.
Their objectives are to spread the ALOHA spirit and enhance the understanding of the Polynesian culture as expressed through traditional music and dance as an art form.
The group's repertoire is diverse, representing the people of the South Pacific, which included the ancient Hawaiian Hula, the magical Poi dances of New Zealand, the exciting and pulsating Tahitian Otea, and the authentic dances of Fiji and Samoa.
Clad in the most colourful and exotic costumes, studded with seashells, polished nutshells, flowers and leaves, which are all hand-made typical of the Pacific Islands. Their hands twirl, hips sway and faces light up, expressing the moon, stars, love and the daily activities in the Polynesian villages. These are the famous Polynesian dances, expressing various traditions of everyday life.
This dynamic group can be accompanied by live musicians or CD music, and has performed for:
The award-winning Waikiki Pavilion of Metro Toronto International
Caravan (Toronto, Ontario)
"Carassauga" in Mississauga and "Carabram" in Brampton, Ontario
Rogers Centre (formerly Skydome, Toronto, Ontario)
Opening celebrations: National Arts Centre of Ottawa, Ontario and Montreal, Quebec
International Folklore Festival in Peurto Rico, Mexico, Italy, Brazil,
Spain, The Canary Islands, Switzerland, Belgium, Holland, England
Walt Disney World, USA
The Hawaiian Pacific Magic invites you on a magical voyage through "Paradise" with songs and dances from the Islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, New Zealand, Fiji and Samoa.
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ARTISTIC DIRECTOR: Mela Lilia |
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“I just wanted to touch base with you to tell you about the experience we had with your Hawaiian dancer.
She was FANTASTIC! Everybody was so surprised and my partner loved it tremendously.
She was beautiful and very interactive with the audience.
She was everything I hoped for!
Thank you so much. I will use your company for my future functions.
Thank you for all your help and your promptness.
A VERY satisfied client.”
Deborah (Toronto)
From The Toronto Boat Cruise - July 9 '04:
I just wanted to thank you for providing the most professional entertainers. They were the absolute best!!!!!!
I could go on and on about the phone calls I am receiving regarding the dancers, instead I will just tell you it was a blast!!!!!!!
I though I would provide you with some pictures.
Also, one dancer (of the 6) did not show up (due to a family emergency) therefore I would like to give her portion to the other dancers as a tip.
Once again thank you.
Brian James, event co-ordinator
Tahitian Noni International
Theresa (Tess) Mapé-Kautz
Assistant Sales Manager—Merchandising & Store Sales, Canada
t. 905.565.5530 | f. 905.565.5506
1-6600 Dixie Rd.
Mississauga, ON L5T 2Y2 Canada
Coming soon!
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Toronto Boat Cruise - Aug 19 '05 - Tall Ship - Kujama Video courtesy of Tahitian Noni Int'l |
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Toronto Boat Cruise - July 9 '04 - Tall Ship - The Empire Sandy |
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Click on the thumbnails for larger version! Photos courtesy of Brian James |
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