'Ote'a
TIME LIMIT
- Time begins when the Ra’atira speaks or when the drumming, music or dance begins. Time ends when the last performer finishes his/her performance.
- The penalty for going over the time limit or under the minimum time limit is 25 points for each 5 minutes beyond the allotted time.
CRITERIA
Adult/Tamariʻi ʻOteʻa:
- Adult ʻOteʻa Time Limit 6 - 12 Minutes.
- Tamari'i ‘Ote‘a Time Limit 4 - 8 Minutes.
- Adult 'Ote'a performed by no less than 6 and no more than 10 dancers Vahine or Tane.
- Tamari'i 'Ote'a performed by no less than 6 and no more than 10 dancers Vahine or Tane.
- Costumes must be made with natural fibers, feathers, and/or shells.
- Judging will be based on precision and proper execution of dance steps, theme, and music chosen by group.
- Up to 25 bonus points may be awarded to groups who properly include the “Hivinau” and the “Pa‘o‘a” during the ‘Ote’a performance.
SPECIAL CATEGORY
Adult/Tamariʻi 5 Man ʻOteʻa:
- Time Limit 5 Minutes
- Performed by only five (5) dancers Vahine or Tane.
- Costumes must be made with natural fibers, feathers, and/or shells.
- Judging will be based on precision and proper execution of dance steps, theme, and music chosen by group.
- Drop off ipod, iphone, or mobile device for sound/music at the sound station no later than Saturday, February 15th at 8:00am for sound test. (No CD's)
- If music is live please fill out a Sound Stage Requirements Form.
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Although there is no penalty for pre-recorded drumming and music pieces the judges prefer you to present your piece live.
SCORING/JUDGING
- The top 3 group presentations will be awarded.
Entrance/Exit:
- Is the entrance and exit routine appropriate to the dance?
- Judges will look for how the performance projects a feeling of energy, electricity, a dynamic quality, and a level of showmanship.
Costume:
- Judges will check the quality of the costumes and their appropriateness and integration with the dance.
- Natural materials such as feathers, shells, fresh flowers, ferns and other greens are favored. No artificial flowers.
- Costumes should be mostly sewn, not glued.
- After each group performance two dancers from each group may be selected to show their costumes to the judges for examination.
Theme/Interpretation:
- Judges will listen for the quality of the music, the appropriate drum beats for each dance as well as its integration and adaptation to the theme of the dance.
- Proper pronunciation and understanding of Tahitian lyrics used is very important in interpreting the theme.
Choreography:
- This important area refers to the dance composition/organization and arrangement using traditional Tahitian dance movements.
- Appropriate translation and interpretation of your theme, as outlined on your Fact Sheets, should be reflected in the choreography.
- Judges will also look for creativity, style & form, and whether the dancers were engaged and their attention held by the performance.
Execution/Precision:
- This area is concerned with the performer(s) overall presentation and how he/she/they work with the stage space and audience.
- Judges will look for the quality of the performer’s technique in, for example, entering and exiting the dance area, and making dance transitions.
- Traditional Tahitian steps and movements with precision will be observed.
- Coordinating dance movements with the music will be observed.
Remember that Tahitian dance is much more spontaneous than hula, allowing for more lively interpretation and vitality.
Expression/Esprit D’corps:
- Judges will look for the technical ability of the dance group to relate to one another, to convey a feeling of unity much like an ensemble.
- Facial and other expressions should match the lyrics or theme of the music.
For example, when performing a somber or tragic story, dancers should not be smiling.
Creativity:
- Be as creative as possible using mostly traditional Tahitian steps and even some newer steps.
- The use of props and other enhancements that coney the theme are allowed.
FACT SHEETS
- All groups must submit fact sheets.
- A fact sheet must be submitted at time of entry form completion.
- Groups are responsible for having a printed fact sheet for each judge on competition day by registration on Sunday, February 16th, no later than 9:00am.
- If six printed fact sheets are not submitted by the end of registration on Sunday, February 16th, there will be an automatic 50-point deduction for that entry
- Name of Pupu ʻOri (Group)
- Name of Raʻatira (Group Director)
- Name of ʻOteʻa, Aparima, and/or ʻAhuroa piece.
- Words and translations for each song used.
- The story or research behind the selection.
- A brief outline of the choreography, costume, and the theme used.
DRESSING AREA
- Dressing room is for active dressing for competition ONLY.
- If your group is interested in setting up a holding area for extra supplies and family please let us know.
Winners will be announced at the award ceremony on Sunday, February 16th.