Post by Kiwi Frontline on Jun 9, 2016 18:03:18 GMT 12
NATIONAL SHORT-CHANGING MAORI PERFORMING ARTS - NZ FIRST
The government is short-changing MÄori performing arts and not doing enough to promote Kapa Haka to the world, says New Zealand First.
"Te Matatini has received funding of $1.9 million for the coming year from the government which is less than what the Royal New Zealand Ballet ($5.4 million) and New Zealand Symphony Orchestra ($14.6 million) have received," says MÄori Affairs Spokesperson Pita Paraone.
"With more funding, Te Matatini could support Kapa Haka to be the cornerstone of our national performing arts and culture - promoted and celebrated not only in New Zealand but internationally.
"Why can’t Kapa Haka be exported to the world as a celebration of New Zealand’s culture, just as the Edinburgh Military Tattoo has been for Scotland?" Mr Paraone asks….
www.voxy.co.nz/politics/5/253966
The government is short-changing MÄori performing arts and not doing enough to promote Kapa Haka to the world, says New Zealand First.
"Te Matatini has received funding of $1.9 million for the coming year from the government which is less than what the Royal New Zealand Ballet ($5.4 million) and New Zealand Symphony Orchestra ($14.6 million) have received," says MÄori Affairs Spokesperson Pita Paraone.
"With more funding, Te Matatini could support Kapa Haka to be the cornerstone of our national performing arts and culture - promoted and celebrated not only in New Zealand but internationally.
"Why can’t Kapa Haka be exported to the world as a celebration of New Zealand’s culture, just as the Edinburgh Military Tattoo has been for Scotland?" Mr Paraone asks….
www.voxy.co.nz/politics/5/253966