PERFORMANCE IN EDUCATION T : +61 2 9386 9022 | F : +61 2 9386 9755 | Toll Free: 1800 804 707 [email protected] | www.pieproductions.com.au MANA - THE SPIRIT OF POLYNESIA Peformed by Tony Mason THE PERFORMER Tony Mason has spent his life surrounded by traditional Polynesian heritage where he was exposed to the deep and creative environment of the songs, chants and rhythms of Polynesia. He has been involved with cultural groups and performed in competitions of Maori culture throughout New Zealand. Through his passion for dance and music, and his enjoyment of Polynesian culture, Tony wishes to share with his audience an awareness and the richness of other cultures. COMMENTS AND REVIEWS THE PERFORMANCE “Dramatic flare was superb, geography Tony Mason introduces his audience to the rich and diverse cultures of Polynesia, aspects were exceptional. Was at their where he grew up and was taught the deeper meaning of his culture, customs, and level and Tony had them eating out of the spirit of the people of Polynesia. The children will journey with Tony to his homeland palm of his hands. Totally engrossing.” Thornton Park PS, NSW New Zealand where they will learn a basic Maori action song, then participate in the Haka (Maori war dance) to a nursery rhyme. Tony also demonstrates the “Action packed!! Children adored Tony. famous Maori poi (balls on the end of a string) as he does movements including the Your performance was the most exciting helicopter, flight of the bird, etc. Through these and other dances there is plenty of and entertaining performance I have seen interaction. Join Tony on this bright, energetic journey of his ancestry. and I’m sure it is the same for the students. Every school should see this performance, Tony has a wonderful ability to communicate with children from the kindergarten/ It’s excellent!” childcare age group. At a young age this is a great opportunity for children to St James PS, NSW participate in dances from another culture, and will help them appreciate other “It takes skill to present a show which cultures; which in turn, will help them accept and embrace the multicultural appeals to K-7 both boys and girls. You society in which we live. His performance supports the development of essential achieved this, well done! They were still learning in two areas – arts and creativity and diversity. ‘buzzing’ about it days later.” Henley beach PS, SA *** Please contact P.I.E. Productions for availability SUITABILITY: Kindergarten / Childcare DURATION: 40 minutes COST: $352 ($320 + $32 gst) REQUIREMENTS: 5m x 5m area required and access to power.