10/20/17 OLM 2: New Performer in Training 2.2.4: Diamond Head Implements & Poi Stations (FD) Goals: • The overall goal at this station is to allow our guests to experience some traditional Polynesian implements. We need to be able to explain and teach the guests about each implement at this Pre-Show station. Meaning • These are traditional implements from the . Hula dancers employ implements to create sounds. Usually they will select implements in some way appropriate to the dance they are performing. For example, because Pele creates stones, `ili ili often accompany dances in her honor. Dances about water may employ Ipu, which Hawaiians once used as containers. • The poi balls were traditionally used in games and physical exercises to sharpen reflexes, increase flexibility and improve coordination. They are currently used to tell stories in Maori dance.

*Based on situations/conditions outside of Malu’s control, the content and guidelines in this module are subject to change. OLM 2: New Performer in Training Prepare the Implement Station 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD) Bring Hula Implements to the Lawn

• At call time, check the pre-show assignments board for your assignments for the day. The board is shown in the picture to the right, with the pre-show assignments circled in RED.

TIMELINE for DH Lu’au • When assigned to work the Hula Implement Station, you • 4:30pm – Call Time for ALL performers need to find the supplies basket and poi and take them • 4:50pm – Dancers must leave the dressing room out to the lawn. • 4:55pm – All pre-show stations must be set up and ready to go • 4:55pm – On stage cast rehearsal begins • They are located in the Pre-Show supplies storage • 5:21pm – You must be in your Pre-Show assigned spot at the “Places” call container, as shown in the picture above. • 5:25pm – Pre-Show begins OLM 2: New Performer in Training Prepare the Implement Station 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD) Bring Hula Implement Supplies to the Lawn • You are provided 3 full sets of each implement in the supplies basket. • The supplies for this station are the following: • Photo Model 2 will assist you in setting up. She will bring her own • Pu’ili personal set of implements out to the lawn. These will be used as • ‘Ili ‘Ili your demonstration set during pre-show. Guests will not use this set • Ipu of imps since you will need it to provide instruction. • ‘Uli ‘Uli Gourd with feather caps • Since they are not your Implements, it is vital that you take care of • Mat to put supplies on them as if they were your own. • Basket in which the implements are packed

All Implements Set Up Correctly Pu’ili ‘Uli ‘Uli Gourd ‘Ili Ili Ipu OLM 2: New Performer in Training Station Set Up Location 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD) Setting Up the Implement Station

• Take all supplies to the lawn and set it up in the area highlighted in the picture. Your back will be towards the ocean, and you will be facing the stage and guest tables.

• The coconut leaf weaving station will be directly to your left.

• Male dancers will bring all pre-show station mats out onto the lawn, as well to roll them up to store Click to Play Video backstage once pre-show has concluded. OLM 2: New Performer in Training How to Set Up the Imps Station 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD)

• Lay the mat out nicely and make sure you have enough room to stand in the center of it with your materials around you.

• Your station should always be presentable and picture ready. No excuses!

• Lay your materials out as shown in the picture below OLM 2: New Performer in Training Repairing or Replacing a Pre-Show Item 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD)

If you happen to break or lose a company The costume repair or lost item slip shown below Make sure to completely fill out the slip. supplied item (poi, needle, tatau stencil) is what you will need to fill out. It can be found in This must be completed the same night while you are at one of these pre-show the Resource Folder located in the Showbox. Once the damage or loss occurred so we are stations, you will be responsible for either the Slip is complete, go over it with your Line able to properly track and repair/replace fixing it, or replacing it (if it is not fixable). Captain to review, approve, and sign. what is damaged/missing.

Completing the Portion of the Costume Repair/Replace Slip

Fill out this information as accurately as possible, with the following: 1 2 3 4 1. Date 5 6 7 2. Show (Diamond Head) 3. Dancer (Your Name) 8 9 4. Your Line Captain Provide as much information as possible including what happened to the item, 5. Costume/Accessory/Item 10 circumstances involved, etc. needing to be repaired/replaced 6. Circle Male or Female 7. This section is used to identify the specific item number, reference location, etc. 8. Action Needed (Circle Repair OR Replace, depending on the situation) 9. Circle if the item needs immediate replacement and write the next show day 10. Write a description about the item that is broken or needing repairs here. OLM 2: New Performer in Training Repairing or Replacing a Pre-Show Item 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD) Completing the Middle Portion of the Costume Repair/Replace Slip 1 Repair/Replace: Check one of these boxes depending on if the item is being repaired, or replaced. Repair Replace 2 Repair/Replace Myself: You will be responsible for repairing the item yourself, and If the item can be repaired, select If the item has to be replaced, you need to do it correctly and in a timely manner. This is ideal if you have extra time who will be completing the repair. and KNOW HOW to successfully complete the repair. You should consult your Line select who will be responsible Captain or MK prior to doing any repairs yourself. See explanations below. for replacing the item. Repair: Send only the completed slip back to the office in showbox, and take the item home with you to repair. Replace: Attach the completed slip to the broken item and send back to the office with showbox. Bring the replacement to the next scheduled show for which the item is from.

3 Malu to Repair/Replace for Me: The item will be sent to the Malu Office for repairs if it cannot be done at the show. You will be charged accordingly. Some performers may not know how to repair the damaged item, or don’t have the time, so this option better suits them. If the item is complex and difficult to repair, this may be the only 1 1 option suitable. If the item is broken beyond repair you will have to replace it. 2 2 Malu Repair/Replace: Attach the completed slip to the broken item and send back to the office with showbox. If item is lost, you will be sending only the slip back with 3 3 showbox. 4 4 4 No Charge: Your Line Captain has to approve of this option before completing the slip. This option needs final approval from Michelle, and is often only used when the 5 5 item breaks due to normal wear and tear. Repair/Replace: Attach the completed slip to the broken item to be sent back to the office with showbox. If item is lost, you will be sending only the slip back with showbox.

5 Dancer/Line Captain Signature: Once your Line Captain reviews it with you, both of you will sign the slip, and your Line Captain will send it back to the office with the Note: This bottom, grey area is for office use only. You do not need to complete it. showbox. OLM 2: New Performer in Training Repairing or Replacing a Pre-Show Item 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD)

Please see how the different replace/repair slips get completed after a pre-show item has broken or gone missing for the different pre-show stations.

This resembles a correctly filled out repair slip for the DH Hula Implements & Poi Pre-Show Station This resembles a correctly filled out replace slip for the DH Hula Implements & Poi Pre-Show Station

For further information on costume repairs & lost items, please review and complete the Costume Repair Slip OLM. OLM 2: New Performer in Training Pre-Show 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD) Greeting the Guests and inviting them to the Implement Station

• Be friendly and welcoming towards each guest, and treat them as if they have never seen or experienced a lu’au before. Here is something to say as they approach your station: • Invite guests to try the implement as if it look like you are selling something! • “Aloha! Come try out our hula implement station. I can teach you a few things and show you how to use some of our Hawaiian implements!”

• They will need both hands for this station, so nicely ask them to place their drink on the ground or someone hold it so they don’t spill on our implements!

• Helpful Tips: • Be extra vigilant when children and/or toddlers are at the mat. They like to bang the pu’ili on the ipu or put the ‘ili ili in the ipu which can damage the implements. • As guests come and go, keep making your mat nice and organized so it is easier to keep track of the implements, as well as keeping it looking nice for guests • Make sure you are counting and keeping track of your implements throughout pre-show in order to be sure you have the same amount you started with. • If something is lost, you should search the area for what went missing before going back stage, and if you cannot find it, let the OSM and your LC know as soon as you can, but not around guests. OLM 2: New Performer in Training Pre-Show 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD) Providing Instruction: Best Practices for Implements and Poi

• This is most likely a new experience, so you need to make them feel comfortable throughout their time at this station.

• As the guests approach, allow them to try out whichever implement that would like first, this experience is for them!

• Be patient and repeat yourself so everyone can hear you and participate correctly. Since there will be background music and noise, you need to speak loud so all the guests can hear you!

• The main goal is for our guests to have fun, so even if they are doing it wrong, say good job and be encouraging. After each implement, applaud their efforts.

• Since the guests aren’t familiar with this, you need to reinforce that they’re doing great so they are comfortable and leave the station feeling accomplished!

• People assume hula is waving your finger tips. Many don’t realize that we have numerous hula implements for dancing and we are showing the more common ones OLM 2: New Performer in Training Pre-Show 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD) Suggested Verbiage while Demonstrating the Implements The ’uli’uli has feathers on There are seeds inside the The ipu is hollowed out The sound gets louder and it from birds. The feathers la’amia gourd that creates Ipu ‘Uli ‘Uli and dried gourd from the more intense the harder can be dyed to various the rattling sound. squash family. you hit it. colors like blue, purple, and pink, to match the The sound changes dancers costume. depending on how you hit This implement builds arm it, how it contacts the Traditionally, the ipu was Shake your hands strength and endurance ground, and how your used to store food and continuously without because you have to hand comes into contact water for both travel and stopping while making shake it vigorously while with the ipu’s surface. everyday use. your motions. dancing.

There are many ways to Even though they are make different rhythmic simple rocks, they each ‘Ili Ili patters with this The pu’ili are splintered have a unique sound implement, making it the bamboo - that has been when striking one The ‘ili’ili are smooth river most versatile. split into strips down most another. The pitch varies rocks. They have been of the length. based on the density and made smooth naturally Dancers strike two puili type of rock. over years of continuously Hold them tight using together or against their The percussion sound running water in ’s your fingers and palms so bodies to create a rattling that the pu’ili make are fresh water rivers and they don’t fall out of your accompaniment. said to mimic the sound streams. hands. Let me show you Pu’ili of falling rain. hold to hold them… • If a guest looks comfortable and is progressing quickly, you can add a hela or kaholo into your lesson combined with hand motions. Be cautious when adding footwork. You don’t want to challenge the guest if they don’t seem comfortable with the hand motions alone. Some are more agile than others, so it’s something fun you can add to the experience of those who would enjoy it. Use your best judgment, and always remember that the guest should leave feeling accomplished.

• Ask the guests to try and repeat the words/implements. Remember to keep your smile on and make sure the guests feel good as they will most likely be documenting this experience. OLM 2: New Performer in Training Pre-Show 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD) Opening the Poi Station • Photo Model 2 will come to relieve you at the Hula Implement station once she’s completed her duties at the photo station. When she arrives, it’s time to open the Poi Ball station. • Photo Model 2 will take over the Implement station. • You will open and be responsible for the Poi station.

• Before transitioning to the next station, you both should count and make sure each of you know the total amount of implements and poi available. You are responsible for the inventory of all items.

• Set the poi up in pairs in a line or semi-circle; spread them out nicely and evenly in front of you. Have the white balls Click to Play Video of the poi towards you, and the string of the poi facing away from you. This is so the string is available for the guests to grab as they approach.

• The poi station will be set up right next to the implement station, in the open grass area between the musicians and tatau station. Pre-Show OLM 2: New Performer in Training 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD) Engage and Invite the guests to join you • As with the implements, people will be shy and reluctant to approach you because you are doing something that is very unfamiliar to them. It’s your job to draw them in and encourage them to participate. Make sure you are actively inviting both adults and children to join you. • Below are some examples you can use to invite the guests: • “Aloha! These are the Maori Poi Balls. They are used in cultural dancing in . Would you like to give it a try? I can show you a few tricks.” • Please join me! Don’t be shy! You’re at a Lu’au! Now is the perfect time to try something new.? • Keep it simple and take cues off of the participants. When they look like they’ve gotten the hang of one move, move on to the next. There is no specific routine or agenda that you need to rush through, so take your time while teaching. • We want people leaving feeling accomplished, not defeated. • Keep tricks simple, and don’t do anything too difficult unless they specifically ask for it. OLM 2: New Performer in Training Pre-Show 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD) Suggested Verbiage While Demonstrating the Poi

• “Hold the strings in your hands with the balls in front of you.” • “Swing the poi forward. The balls will be going away from you. It’s similar to how you jump rope. Pretend like you’re jumping rope, and that’s the same way you swing the poi ball. You want them to swing along the side of your body like a flat circle.” • “Lift your hands all the way above your head, and make circles with the poi at the same time. The balls never stop making circles. They keep making circles while you’re moving your arms at the same time.” • “In ancient times, the poi were used as weapons. These used to be rocks with strings around them. They were thrown during battle like a boomerang. Now, they are Click to Play Video used in dance with white balls at the end instead of • “Use of the Maori poi in ancient helped to rocks.” strengthen the wrist and hand area, and improve • “The poi can be tricky, but just like anything else it’s coordination. Since Maori men and women were good to try something new. It’s like patting your head proud warriors, this exercise was important." and rubbing your stomach at the same time!” OLM 2: New Performer in Training Pre-Show 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD) Demonstrate and Provide Instruction for Poi

• Examples of what NOT to say: • “No, not like that.” • “Don’t do that. You’re not following me.” • Always try to avoid using the words “No, Don’t, or Can’t” • Examples of what you SHOULD say: • If they are swinging the wrong direction: “Try swinging it the other way. That direction is backwards. We want to swing it forward, so try going in the opposite direction that you’re going right now. Remember, like a jump rope.” • “I know it looks hard, but follow me. Can you copy what I’m doing? Do you see how my hand moves this way? You can do it, keep trying!” • Your words should be positive and encouraging. Pretend like you are giving instructions to a Kindergartener by being sweet, thorough, encouraging and specific. Make sure to provide step by step instructions, and repeat yourself if they aren’t having success. OLM 2: New Performer in Training Pre-Show 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD) Hula Couples and Hula Lesson

• The Pre-Show Hula songs are displayed on your Groups Portal and the Dancer Portal on the Malu Website. It will look like the picture shown to the right, but with the corresponding months.

• Pre-Show Hulas are rotated MONTHLY in order to make sure everyone knows all of the different Hulas that will be performed. We have approximately 20+ Hula songs in our company that we rotate regularly.

• If you are assigned on the calendar to do Hulas and you do not know Female Calendar Male Calendar the current one that is in rotation, it is your responsibility to contact Michelle/Mahina/Admin in order to let us know that you aren’t ready to perform it and that you will need training. Monday Monday

• We try to schedule 1 – 2 rehearsals for hulas prior to the upcoming 9/4/17 9/4/17 month to give dancers the opportunity to learn the hula songs. You need to make it your responsibility to attend these trainings if you do not know them.

• If you are assigned to do Hula and Hula Lesson, you will have a red * next to your name on the calendar, as shown in the picture to the right. OLM 2: New Performer in Training Pre-Show 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD) Hula Couples and Hula Lesson • 2 Female and 2 Male dancers will be assigned, but the Line Captain or OSM will decide which Male Dancer will perform the Hula Lesson, because we only need 2 female and 1 male to teach it, 3 dancers total.

• Check the pre-show assignments board at call time to see if you are assigned to do the hula and hula lesson.

• The cue is the song: Aloha 2 You. You must be ready to dance on stage by the end of this song.

• Leave your new PS station for the hulas, but make sure they are being monitored by a fellow dancer before you leave.

• The hulas are performed on the main stage. The hula lesson follows and is taught with the guests lined up on stage with the instructors on the ground facing the stage.

• After completing the hulas and hula lesson, return to your pre show station and continue the activities there until pre show concludes. OLM 2: New Performer in Training Closing Up and Finishing Pre-Show 2.2.4: Diamond Head Hula Implements & Poi Stations (FD)

• Towards the end of pre-show, your main focus is to make sure all of the implements are still in your possession. It is your responsibility to end up with the same amount of items you started with.

• DO NOT sit idly while pre-show is finishing. You must keep your station organized at all times, as well as demonstrate using the implements until Pre-show is over.

• Don’t stand next to your coworkers. Make sure to interact with guests as they pass by.

• Pre-Show concludes when the dinner announcements begin. At this time, you will begin cleaning up your station. The guests should be looking away from your station and heading to their tables as you clean up.

• Roll up the mat, and place all of your implements and materials into the basket. Make sure to put them in the basket the same way as when you set up your station! Once you are fully packed and your area is as clean as it was when you found it, head backstage to the dressing room. • Wait until you are BACKSTAGE to return all implements to their original casings, pouches, covers, etc. We want to maintain our image and professionalism while on the lawn. • Tie all poi balls in sets of two as you clean them up. • Quickly put away all Pre-Show supplies in their storage locations.

• Get ready for the show!