Here is an in-depth explanation of the dances that may be performed at your show:

          Aloha From Hawaii- The Hula

'Auana Style: The modern form of hula in which graceful hands are used to tell a story as well as emphasis of the swaying of the hips.

Implement Style: This form of hula dancing incorporates the 'Uli'uli(s) which are small gourds from the la`amea tree which are hollowed out and filled with ali`i poe seeds. A top piece is attached with decorative feather-work. (We use red and yellow feathers.) 

We also use Pu'ili Sticks- Which are split bamboo sticks that are struck against each other making the sound of leaves blowing in the wind.

Finally we use the Ipu. The Ipu is made from a hollowed, dried, and polished gourd acting as a drum.  The standard beat is: u,te,u,te,te 

Ioarana From Tahiti- The Ori Tahiti

Ote'a Style: The Ote'a, is a traditional celebratory dance from Tahiti, where the dancers are clothed in elaborate costumes such as large head dresses and long grass skirts.  The hands carry tassels called Ii’s which are used to emphasize the hand motions.  The Ote'a is considered the most spectacular dance of Tahiti.

Aparima Style: The word Aparima means the kiss of the hands, or to tell a story with the hands. Aparima is usually always done in a pareo.  The Aparima is generally slower and more melodic than the drum-dominated Ote’a. Aparima may recount legends and the history of the islands, praise Polynesian gods, offer a prayer to the Christian God, praise a lover, and tell a love story.

Kia Ora from New Zealand- The Maori

Maori Poi (Ball) Dance: Poi means "ball" in Maori.  The traditional Poi Dance is when the Pois (which are tied to ropes) are swung in various patterns to Maori story-telling music. 

Maori Fire Poi Dance: Similar to the Poi Dance, yet the Pois at the end of the rope are ignited with fire and are swung in various patterns.

Maori Chant-Haka: A traditional chant which is used for war,

 feast, and celebration. Men have painted faces and women sing while their hands move in a fluttering motion.

Cola Vina from Fiji- Fijian Spear Dance

Fijian Spear Dance: Meke performed by men, a traditional

 dance of the indigenous people of Fiji Islands.   It is a

combination of dance and repetitive rhythmic chanting telling

the stories of everyday life, or of ancient gods or of battles

won. Some mekes are performed seated and some standing.

Talofa from Samoa- Fire Knife Dance

Samoan Fire Knife: The Samoan fire knife dance (or Siva Afi as it is called in Samoa) has a knife blade at one end as well as fire burning on both ends of the stick. It’s a tradition that has been passed from generation to generation. It requires bold styles, skillful strength all while mesmerizing audiances.