Kapa Haka

Kapa Haka - What Is It?

Kapa Haka is the term used for the Traditional Maori Performing Arts.

Unlike other indigenous dance forms, kapa haka is unique in the fact that the performers must sing, dance, have expression as well as movement all combined into each item.

Kapa Haka could be seen as sign language, as each action has a meaning, which ties in with the words. For example, if the hand is by the ear, this would probably tie in with the word whakarongo which means to listen.