The Hura Tapairu is constantly evolving: the 2016 edition proposes two new categories, the duos ‘aparima’ apipiti and ‘ote’a’ apipiti, which in fact replace the Hura Tapairu. ‘Ori tahito vahine and’ ori tahito tane, and encourage creativity. In addition, the Pahu Nui is a new optional contest, which pays tribute to the traditional drums; Five orchestras responded to the call. Also noteworthy, the price money is increasing; It rose from 2.4 to 2.9 million FCFA, thanks to the support of the Ministry of Culture. Moana’ura Tehei’ura (president, choreographer and independent director), Vanina Ehu (teacher at the Conservatory and choreographer), Fabien Dinard (director of the Conservatoire and Dancer) and Matani Kainuku (leader of the nonahere group and choreographer), who welcomed two new personalities, Engalie Tanseau (head of the Ori Noa group and choreographer), Teraurii Piritua (head of the Ori i Tahiti group and choreographer).The members of the jury will appreciate the performances of the groups (4 groups are included in the “Tapairu” category, including ote’a and aparima) during five evenings and will give them marks according to the chosen theme, choreography, staging, Artistic license and music. Saturday, December 3, the last evening will decide between the groups held the day before. Any winner in ‘otea and / or’ aparima will participate in this final for the Hura Tapairu podium, while the six best Mehura will compete with four prizes. As a reminder, the Hura Tapairu 2015 was won by Hei Rurutu and Ori Noa won the Mehura. Also note that the interludes of December 2 and 3 will be hosted by singer Teha Kaimuko ( “Honoipo”) and Manea Otcenasek, winner of the Tahiti Festival Guitar. The Traditional Crafts Department will also be present with 13 artisans who will exhibit their works in the lobby, from 17 to 20 hours. Finally, an “after show” will be held at the Tahiti Pearl Beach Resort on December 8 with the winners of this 12th edition.