Post by Kiwi Frontline on Jun 27, 2023 4:16:50 GMT 12
TE AO MĀORI INFUSED IN ROYAL NZ BALLET PERFORMANCE
The Royal New Zealand Ballet is incorporating te ao Māori in its latest presentation, Te Ao Mārama.
Choreographer Moss Patterson, who is of Ngāti Tūwharetoa descent, emphasises the importance of incorporating te ao Māori (the Māori world) in both the performance and the future diversification of the Royal New Zealand Ballet.
"A performance that embodies the significance of Māori gods and dance serves as a perfect way to honour our Māoritanga through a Māori lens.
“It not only encourages others to embrace their own identity,but also enhances the Māori culture within the Royal New Zealand Ballet."....
www.teaomaori.news/te-ao-maori-infused-royal-nz-ballet-performance
The Royal New Zealand Ballet is incorporating te ao Māori in its latest presentation, Te Ao Mārama.
Choreographer Moss Patterson, who is of Ngāti Tūwharetoa descent, emphasises the importance of incorporating te ao Māori (the Māori world) in both the performance and the future diversification of the Royal New Zealand Ballet.
"A performance that embodies the significance of Māori gods and dance serves as a perfect way to honour our Māoritanga through a Māori lens.
“It not only encourages others to embrace their own identity,but also enhances the Māori culture within the Royal New Zealand Ballet."....
www.teaomaori.news/te-ao-maori-infused-royal-nz-ballet-performance