Te Ao Haka

Whilst it is an advantage for ākonga to have had some kapahaka experience, it is not a prerequisite for this course. A passion to learn and achieve within a Te Ao Māori context is the only recommendation. 

• Extending beyond the L2 Te Ao Haka course, ākonga will further develop their understanding of the features, elements and discipline/s of Kapahaka. Using both a practical and theoretical approach, ākonga will learn about:

  • Mōteatea and waiata-a-ringa as seperate discipline/s

  • Historical contexts of kapahaka performance

  • Social and political commentary via kapahaka performance

  • Whakapapa, history and Te Reo Māori me ōna tīkanga. 

  • Traditional and contemporary Māori culture and Māori Performing Arts

  • The importance of reflective practice as a creative, performer, Māori / Tangata Tiriti.

The course offers the flexibility for both practical and theoretical assessment to take place in a variety of learning environments including the classroom, ASB PolyFest, OSC Oceania, OSC International Week, Ahurea Te Tino Rangatiratanga, other community events. 

• ASB PolyFest Term 1 is the first assessment opportunity for US32955 Perform a bracket with expression. 

• Te Ahurea Tino Rangatiratanga Term 4 is a further opportunity for the above standard to be assessed. 

• There are generally no associated course costs for this subject.

• Kapahaka performances may require a participation cost.