lundi 23 décembre 2013

Choosing The Best Luau Entertainers

By Eugenia Dickerson


The first step to planning a fantastic party is picking a theme that is fun and interesting. The possibilities are endless, though a Hawaiian motif is one of the more popular choices as well as one of the most versatile. Selecting the right type of luau entertainers is one way to cater the festivities to fit the guest dynamic and really send the wow factor over the top.

Location is going to have an impact on the types of performances that will be suitable for the party. Holding the celebration inside a home, restaurant or hotel is going to limit the span of options that will be suitable for confined spaces. Backyards, parks and beaches offer a lot of open area and expand the choices, allowing for more extravagant shows to be booked.

It is possible to have a Polynesian dance act with just one performer, however more dancers, an emcee to introduce and explain and live musicians can really put the show over the top. This type of performance usually features several different Pacific island styles such as Hawaiian, Tahitian, Samoan and New Zealand. Bigger troupes allow for multiple costume switches and props for a more authentic and energetic experience.

Most people automatically think of beautiful hula girls when the Hawaiian theme comes up, but Polynesian warrior dancers are just as interesting and exciting. These acts typically feature island men with large muscles, serious expressions, regional costumes and traditional tribal tattoos who command attention with their very appearance. They demonstrate several dances that were meant to inspire fearlessness, power, bravery, honor and strength as they were preparing for battle.

If looking to make a seriously inspiring impression, hiring a fire-knife act for the party is a sure way to solicit many gasps and excited exclamations. The show moves at a very fast pace and the frenzied energy produced by flaming knives being twirled and tossed at high speeds is a great way to close the event and leave guests reveling. Nighttime is the best for performances of this type and, for safety sake, it should only be done in open air or high ceiling locations with all required fire permits in place.

Normally used as an opening act for the fire-knives, or in place of them, the fire poi pots are always a big hit. This is inspired by a dance done by the Maori of New Zealand in which balls attached to the end of long braided cords are set aflame and then twirled at high speeds to create amazing swirls of light in the darkness. This routine should also be performed in an open area and the host should check to verify the necessity of permits.

One thing that really engages the audience is to get them involved in the actual performance. Performers could invite someone to join them on stage to learn a dance, play a drum, blow a conch shell or even try to twirl unlit poi balls. This provides them with a more memorable experience that will stick in their minds long after the party ends.

There are many types of luau entertainers from which to choose. The idea is to find those that fit the budget, space and range of guests available. When using some of the more adventurous acts, one should always employ every safety precaution.




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