The takalo is a Niuean war dance. Performed by an individual warrior or group of warriors, the dance is a formal challenge,[1][2] and was traditionally performed prior to engaging the enemy with traditional war clubs.
![]() Niue national rugby league team performing Takalo before one of their test matches | |
Genre | War dance |
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Origin | Niue |
In modern times, the takalo is often performed prior to a rugby game or winning a game of some sport code. The takalo is also performed to welcome dignitaries upon arrival into Niue,[3] and signifies that the dignitaries' arrival is for the purpose of peace and harmony.
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ Mervyn McLean (1999). Weavers of Song: Polynesian Music and Dance. Auckland University Press. p. 213-214.
- ^ "Ponataki" (PDF). Ministry of Pacific Peoples. p. 14. Retrieved 14 December 2020.
- ^ "Arrival in Niue". Government House. Retrieved 14 December 2020.
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