The Taualuga is a traditional Samoan dance, considered the apex of Samoan performance art forms and the centerpiece of the Culture of Samoa. This dance form has been adopted and adapted throughout western Polynesia, most notably in Samoa, The Kingdom of Tonga, Uvea, Futuna, and Tokelau. [1] The renowned Tongan version is called the tau'olunga.

In Samoa and Tonga one of the most revered dances is the Taualuga – the dance of life. One of most treasured heritage art forms in the Pacific is our dance – and expression of our social roles, status, our joy for life and our soul.

What is Taualuga? Taualuga is a traditional Samoan dance that holds deep cultural significance. Performed at the end of important ceremonies, this dance is a symbol of respect and celebration.

May 9, 2018 · In Samoa and Tonga one of the most revered dances is the Taualuga – the dance of life. "The taualuga is the final touch to all the fiafia, the taualuga is the same word that they give to the...

Nov 12, 2018 · The word Taualuga in Samoan refers to the last stage of traditional house building in which the topmost rafter was secured to the building (fale), signifying the completion of construction. The term “taualuga” symbolizes the conclusion of a monumental task and the beautifying final touches involved.

Jun 2, 2014 · The taualuga is the final performance of any Samoan dance group. It signals the conclusion of a performance which involves a taupou (chief's daughter), manaia (chief's son), or the chief dancing in front while the rest of the group sings and sways in the background.

Jun 3, 2013 · Taualuga The Samoan "taualuga" dance (taua: war; luga: above; translates as 'war in a higher place') reveals the importance of the number three in the Samoan culture. In the taualuga, a "taupou" (village maid or virgin) does a slow and dedicate dance.

May 7, 2013 · The iconic performance that tops all the Samoan culture is the Taualuga. The Taualuga is the last dance performed for any event and is traditionally performed by the Taupou (virgin daughter of the village’s high chief).

In Samoa and Tonga one of the most revered dances is the Taualuga – the dance of life. Check out these tales of the Samoan Taualuga and Tonga Tau’olunga from 5 very different people in the Pacific.

The tauʻolunga is a traditional Tongan dance. It is a combination of the Samoan Taualuga and the Tongan ula. [1] . The type of dance is comparable with (some) Hawaiʻian hula or the Tahitian ʻaparima. The tau'olunga is a dance for single young women, especially for them to show off on their wedding day.