A fantastic DVD of Les Grands Ballets de Tahiti includes 2 shows: "Tabu - La Danse Interdite" (Prohibited Dance) and "Ori - Tahiti D'hier et D'aujourd'hui" (Tahiti of Yesterday and Today). Both are stage shows that includes various types of traditional and contemporary Tahitian dance, glorious costumes, talented singers, musicians, and amazing drummers. Songs and narration in Tahitian and French. (135 minutes)
Tabu La Danse Interdite - A mezmerizing torch-lit stage show that features mood setting lights and fog. Amazingly tattooed muscular Tane and beautiful energetic Vahine perform contemporary and traditional song and dance in colorful authentic costumes. Includes exciting Fire Knife dancing too.
Ori - This show features lots of traditional Tahitian dancing inlcuding exciting Oteas accompanied by pulsating drums. The men and women of Les Grands Ballets de Tahiti demonstrate why they receive such high acclaim in Tahiti for both traditional and innovative contemporary numbers.
DVD Features: PAL; All Regions; Stereo; Chapter Selection; Bonus: Behind-the-scenes look at Les Grands Ballets de Tahiti includes interviews with the the instructor, choreographers and dancers, rehearsals, and a teaching session; Bonus: Photo Gallery

Two shows by Les Grands Ballets de Tahiti, one of the best dance troupes in Tahiti, are combined on this one DVD. 14 chapters of each Tabu and Varua plus bonus footage of these amazing dancers practicing for the performance. Beautiful!
Varua - Lovely raven haired vahine and muscular tattooed tane of Les Grands Ballets de Tahiti perform all types of traditional Tahitian dance in lush tropical settings such as waterfalls and beaches. Exciting dancers, innovative choreographies, dramatic elaborate costumes, scenic backgrounds, drumming, music, and beautiful videography combine for mesmerizing viewing. Narration between dances in French. Enchanting!
Tabu - This fantastic show from Les Grands Ballets de Tahiti blends traditional Tahitian dance with contemporary themes. Tumata, Teiki and Lorenzo combine the beauty of the raven haired "vahine" with their waving skirts and tassels, the glistening sculpted "tane" with their artistic tattoos, music ranging from sweet to intense, with an orchestra and a chorus in perfect harmony. The Grands Ballets de Tahiti possess the secret to ignite passion and touch the heart. This stage show includes various types of traditional and contemporary Tahitian dance, glorious costumes, amazing drummers, and a few glimpses of the group's practice sessions. Excellent (105 minutes)

The annual traditional Tahitian dancing and singing competition called "Heiva I Tahiti" is one of the most popular folkloric events in Tahiti. These highlights include amazingly talented men and women dancers and drummers, dazzling authentic costumes, and innovative choreographies. This brilliantly filmed 2005 DVD features the winners of Best Group, Best Female Dancer, Best Male Dancer, Best Couple, and Best Costumes. Part of the exciting stage show tells of the warriors of old (both men and women) who were subjected to rigorous training in physical abilities, weapon handling, and the laws and traditions of their culture. Elaborate inventive costumes showcase these spectacular dancers. Brief narration and interviews in French. (77 minutes)
DVD Features: PAL Format; 4:3; all zones; mono; Bonus: 7 extra performances including "Haaka", "Otea Tane", "Otea Amuia", and "Drumming"

In Tahiti, dozens of traditional song and dance groups present elaborate dazzling shows during the Heiva competitions each year. This 2001 highlights DVD include spectacular and innovative costumes, creative choreographies in all styles of Tahitian dance (men and women; groups, solos, and couples), drumming, and singing on a well lit stage. Here are the winners of Best Group, Best Male Dancer, Best Female Dancer, Best Couple, Best Costumes, and more. Professionally filmed and edited. (114 minutes)
DVD Features: PAL; all zones; Stereo; Format 4/3

Dozens of superb dancers from O Tahiti E Dance Troupe (Grand Prize winners of the 1997 Heiva I Tahiti) present an exciting well lit stage show with all types of traditional Tahitian dancing, singing, and drumming. Wearing dramatic authentic costumes, these energetic and talented men and women perform numerous creative and dynamic choreographies in groups, solos, and as sensual couples. Professionally filmed and edited. Brief narration at the beginning in French. (62 minutes)
DVD Features: NTSC; all zones

They got a standing ovation on their first participation in the Heiva I Tahiti festival in 1997. This year, the O Tahiti E Dance Troupe invites you to discover Te Tapa'o, a dazzling outdoor show with a subtle blend of tradition and modernity. It tells the story of a young Queen whose beauty was so radiant the she was granted the privilege to meet Roma-Tane in the garden of paradise. There, in addition to the yellow feathers of her rank, she was presented with the red feathers of fertility and came back to her kingdom transformed and filled with new wisdom. Let yourself be enthralled by the magic of the O Tahiti E Ballet in this fantasy story performed by more than 100 dancers accompanied by 54 musicians, drummers, and choir singers filmed in the torch-lit lush tropical beauty of exotic Tahiti. (53 minutes)
DVD Features: NTSC; all zones; English Subtitles; Stereo

Te vivo moemoea (intro).. I te haamataraa (a capella chant).. I te haamatataa.. I muta a tho ra (orero).. Tou fema e te tapao (chant).. Pahono maira o romatane (orero).. Te vaa a te arii vahine (pu).. O oe te fetia (chant).. Te fariiraa arii (percussions).. Ua tae mai te arii vahine.. Ia taparuru te pahu (orero).. Te rururaa (Otea vahine).. Te oro a (Otea Tahito vahine).. Te hura (Otea Tahito vahine).. Te arearearaa (Paoa).. Te hivinau a tave (Hivinau).. Te vivo tupuna  (Vivo).. Otea faahae (Otea vahine).. Te vai nei (chant).. I te hohonuraa (chant).. Uai (chant).. Oro a hopea (medley).. Ote a haamaururu (sortie finale).. Tou fenua (remix).. Te vivo arearea (vivo)    (MV - FV - T - CH - D - Traditional)

Tamariki Poerani presents "Te Ariki Tuohea" - The Haoroagai Legend of the Puamotu. Tamariki Poerani is one of the most prestigous dance groups of French Polynesia. Choreographer Makau Foster-Delcuvellerie, born in the Tuamotu archipelago, presents a colorful and elaborate show, a legend of the Haoroagai atoll. Te Ariki Tuohea is an invitation to discover the Paumoto culture, its ancient songs, its korero, and its traditional dances. (56 minutes)
DVD Features: PAL; Format 4/3; Stereo

Avec Gabilou (chant), Jacky (guitare basse), Mala (batterie),Petiot (guitare), R'emy (guitare)
The Barefoot Boys sing English, French, and Tahitian songs in this stage concert including: Toau E, Tei Roto Tau Tino, La Bamba, Fait La Rire, Balalaika, Accroche Une Larme Aux Nuages, Magic Trumpet, South Of The Border, Kaiga, Tamure, Joli Mois De Mai, Spanish Eyes, Release Me, I Feel Fine, In The Mood, Romance Du Prisonnier, Yo Te Amo Maria, Innamorata, Taravana, Le Temps Des Pleurs, Doing The Best I Can, Il Y Aura Toujours Des Roses, Kokomo, Rossignol De Mes Amours, Ere Ere To'u, Tico Tico, Arrivederci Maria, and Aroha Mai. (62 minutes)
(*This DVD is in PAL format, but will play on most U.S. DVD players purchased within the last year or two and most computers with dvd capabilities. Please note, per copyright law, once removed from shrink wrap, this item is not returnable)

"Cinematamua" presents film "If Tahiti Were Told To Me" in its entirely restored 1953 French original version. (English subtitles). Film was shot entirely in Tahiti with folkloric tunes. Alphonse and Charles Holland arrive by cruise ship "Tahitian". Documentary of life in Tahiti in the 50's. Complete circle tour of the island with many never before photographed lagoons and villages not easily accessible. Outrigger canoe building and racing. Tahitian dancing, restaurants, hotels, government offices, church, lei vendors and King Pomares Tomb are just a few of the sights. July 14th festival with Govenor includes canoe races, otea and aparima Tahitian dance competition and beautiful parade canoes covered in flowers with dancers. Other items of interest include, tree climbing, fishing, preparation and cooking of the food (poi, sushi, pig, etc.), hut building, vintage fashion, American cars, tikis, bathing and lots of beautiful Vahines and Tanes. (96 min)
(*This DVD is in PAL format, but will play on most U.S. DVD players purchased within the last year or two and most computers with dvd capabilities. Please note, per copyright law, once removed from shrink wrap, this item is not returnable)

Visit the breathtaking Tahitian island of Bora Bora with its exotic natural wonders!  Against the majestic scenery of this tropical paradise we learn of the island's ancient history, the Polynesian migrations that, the pacific island's colonization by Polynesians, recent history including the military presence on the island during World War II.  And of course the pulsating drum dances of the island are showcased as we watch portions of the annual Heiva festivals where the island showcases their best dancers, musicians, and costumes. See the various water sports, canoeing, crafts, balck pearls, art galleries, splendid beach front hotels, and much more.  Includes music by O Tahiti E, Fenua, Rataro, etc. You can select narration in French, English, German, Spanish, Tahitian, or Japanese.  (52 minutes)