posted by Simone on Dec 14
Manea Porinesia was proud to be participating in such a great event, helping to raise money for the Aurora Angels Holiday party for disadvantaged children!
posted by Simone on Dec 2
A Little Information About Simone (Founder of Manea Porinesia)
My journey began years ago when I ventured to the United States from the culturally rich land of Brazil. I have always had a great passion for Polynesian dancing through which I have embraced this beautiful culture. My career began 14 years ago when I started learning and performing with one of the most prestigious Polynesian groups in Colorado: “The Sumeo Family.” They were very well known for their fire knife abilities and strong Tahitian dancers. I personally love all of the Polynesian dances, Hula, Maori, Siva; but my true passion is for Tahitian Dance. The drums captivated my heart from the beginning, and I’ve been recognized for my strength as a Tahitian dancer her in Colorado. I have learned a lot from my mentors, Charlene and Time Sumeo as well as other dancers along the way. When I first started, I couldn’t even speak English; but the drums captured my heart. Imaging trying to learn a dance without knowing what the teacher was saying!! Read the rest of this entry »
posted by Simone on Dec 2
Helping Aurora Angels Holidy Party to Raise Toys for Disadvantaged Children
My Friends;
Manea Porinesia is proud to be participating in such a great event, helping to raise money for the Aurora Angels Holiday party for disadvantaged children.
Manea Porinesia will be peforming a 30 min. Show
The party is being held December 10th at the Embassy Suites Hotel located just north of I-70 on Havana street. .
This event begins at 5:30pm till 8pm. This event will be open to the public the cost is $25 per person, $45 per couple and $275 per table that seats 10. There will be
hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, live and silent auction to raise money for the Aurora Angels Holiday party for disadvantaged children. We also ask that everyone brings a new unwraped toy for a child. ( They really need items for older kids like from 8 to 15 years of age.)
We hope to see you there:_)
For more information please contact Pam Wilson at (303) 361-6169 or go to the link below;
http://www.aurorabusiness.info/HolidayMixer.cfm
posted by Simone on Dec 1
POLYNESIAN DANCERS,ONLY GOOD IF 100% FULL-BLOODED?
Current mood: 
annoyed
This is for all the Polynesian Dancers out there that love their culture and continue to embrace this beautiful ohana.
I have recently, on many different occasions heard and read it quotes like this one:
“They are not good dancers because they are not true Hawaiians”
or, “Its not authentic because it is not Hawaiian blood” etc…
So here are the questions
Should blood matter when it comes to passion for the dance and culture?
Does blood makes you a better dancer or mean that you have more knowledge?
posted by Simone on Dec 1
Pictures of 2008 International Festival of Aurora-CO
We were proud to be a part of this great cultural event. It was very nice to see culture coming together here in Aurora Colorado. Here are some pictures of our show :_)
Tahitian Dance (Otea)
HAWAIIAN DANCE(KAHIKO)
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION WITH SHAUNA AULANI
