🎰 Reva Tahiti N°62 by Reva Tahiti magazine - Issuu

Husking coconuts involves removing the pulp in the shortest time possible. Fruit carrying runners are athletes who must race carrying a weight of 30 to 50 kilos 66 to lbs. All these events are becoming quite momentous. The audience is holding its breath. Each municipality defended its district colors. Each sale comes with a certificate of authenticity guaranteeing French Polynesian origin as well as the natural color of the pearls. The first annual Tiurai dates back to , but the Heiva draws part of its roots from the events of June 29, when King Pomare V signed the Annexation Act, handing Tahiti over to France. In the pearl jewelry section, there is a variety of gorgeous naturallycolored pearls as well as jewelry for every budget: fine jewelry, classic and contemporary collections in gold and silver, and jewelry made with leather and local materials. Only a few stars flicker in the sky. We transmit all the stories, history, and knowledge of this country. Whether it be for traditional games, singing, or dancing, representatives from all over French Polynesia flock to Tahiti to defend their island colors. As such, in , the jury did not select anyone as best male and best female dancer.{/INSERTKEYS}{/PARAGRAPH} Several categories exist, but the jury is not obliged to honor them all. Singing groups and athletic teams were arranged according to district and island Tahiti is comprised of many different communities or wards. July 13, was the first Tiurai. Originally from Rimatara and Tahiti, he was a dancer in a group from Pirae starting in It is now much more than a festival, it is an expression of Polynesian identity. It only takes watching the artists, who not only dance or sing, but who also know how to joke around since they are truly in their element. Regularly updated laws punished offenders. July 14 then became a national holiday for Polynesia since it had then become French. photos : matarevaphoto. Costumes resurfaced—gone were the missionary dresses, legacy of evangelization that saved souls and hid bodies. Javelin throwers must target a coconut placed atop a foot high mast 9. Heiva i Tahiti begins. I remained mesmerized under the charm until 11pm that night. The young people are very proud to be Polynesian and they reclaim it during the Heiva through self-expression, through singing, through dancing. Today, these festivities are a celebration of French Polynesian identity, culture, and history. This magic has recurred for years, which without a doubt, makes the Heiva one of the oldest cultural festivals in the world. Madeleine Moua pose les bases du Ori Tahiti, la danse tahitienne. We try to recover what we have lost. The large government square was lit up with Chinese lanterns, and all around, each choir sat by their district or island flag. Stone lifters must raise a boulder from the ground weighing 80 to kilos to lbs and place it on their shoulders. Then the first lights come on, shining on the musicians. Thanks to these festivals, traditional Tahitian dance returned to the front of the stage. All of a sudden, the rhythm speeds up, and the troupe makes its entrance. The rules state that the only non-Polynesian accessory allowed is a wedding ring. As of , the dance became an integral part of the Tiurai. There is a space totally dedicated to men, which offers original jewelry, T-shirts, polo shirts, and limited edition shirts, as well as a collection of Laguiole knives with mother-of-pearl handles. It is more accessible to those who speak Tahitian, but it is also accessible to those who know how to open their hearts, because dance is a universal language. With a burst of color and energy, at least a hundred dancers enter onto the stage. The Heiva i Tahiti is also a competition that leads to the recognition of a dance troupe, a choir, or a sporting team. In , the country changed its status and became an autonomous political entity, earning the right to organize its own official festival, which would take place on June The autonomy celebration opened the July festivities, and changed the name of the Tuirai to Heiva i Tahiti Heiva means pastime or diversion, and according to the Tahitian Academy, it is also the word for physical exercise and games. She started the first professional troupe named Heiva. Le Heiva i Tahiti commence. A few encouraging yells resound from dancers backstage. Choreographies were revised, performances restructured, whilst steps and hand movements became slowly codified. Dancers are judged over points, musicians over 50 points, best costumes over 50 points, and the best male and female dancer over points. We counted 30 himene performed by about singers, of which three quarters were women. After having celebrated the annexation to France, we now observe its detachment. Madeleine Moua created the basic structure for ori Tahiti, Tahitian dance. If we no longer had a culture, how would Polynesians know who they are or where they come from? Above all, it is the premier festival in the world of Polynesian arts. designer brands such as Lancel, GUESS, Hale Bob, Tommy Bahama, Dinh Van Paris, Ice-watch, Armani, and Ray Ban to mention but a few. Le public retient son souffle. {PARAGRAPH}{INSERTKEYS}The local brands that are proposed draw upon the artistic and historical heritage of French Polynesia to create distinctly modern products that reflect the lifestyle of our islands. com Cultural renaissance Many years later, in , the dance was able to make a comeback thanks to Madeleine Moua, a French Polynesian elementary school teacher. The singing and dancing competitions remain the highlight of the festivities, but the traditional games are gaining popularity. As far as costumes, artists must use local vegetal materials. The judges settled into place, and each himene was listened to, one at a time.