THE FAMOUS ORI TAHITI NUI COMPETITIONS

written by Tiare March 24, 2016

Contest on November 26-28, 2016 at the Hotel Le Méridien Tahiti

Ori Tahiti Nui aims to promote the conservation, development, promotion and recognition of the Polynesian culture in all its forms, including dance, music and crafts, in Polynesia and over the world. To achieve its purpose, Ori Tahiti Nui is delighted to introduce an international solo competition of Ori Tahiti (Tahitian dance) and is inviting all individuals or solo dancers from all nationalities to participate.

Ori Tahiti Nui Solo Competition is open to local and international dancers. It takes place on the beautiful island of Tahiti.

The contest will be held on November 26th, 2016 on the beautiful Island of Tahiti and the jury will be composed of well known and established Tahitian personalities of the world of Ori Tahiti, as well as one international judge. This huge contest include many categories such as Tama (6-15 years old), ‘Ariioi (16 years old to 46 and more), the Mehura, the duet and finally the ORI TAHITI NUI WOLRD CHAMPIONSHIP that define the best dancer of the World.

A dinner Gala with Polynesian show will be organized on Saturday evening after the Solo Competition.

Winners of the 2016 Ori Tahiti Nui Solo Competition will also have the opportunity to perform during this occasion.

A Polynesian Buffet will be served at Le Meridien Tahiti.

Competition

The competition begins at 7:00am on SATURDAY 26.

All participants must be registered by 8:30am at the latest to receive their number and their day-pass to the lodges and the area of competition, on presentation of valid registration, artistic directors, or parents are allowed to register and receive the numbers and the day-pass on behalf of their soloist.