Celebrating Cook Islands Language Week with the Akatokamanava Mauke Enua Community of Tāmaki Makaurau at Auckland Museum on Saturday 7th August from 10:30am to 2:15pm.
The community will be performing and hosting free activities Under the Tanoa in Te Ao Mārama South Atrium.
10:30am-11:15am: Peu Akatutu (Performing Arts): Hop into a dance and music workshop (no prior experience required!) with a live performance from the community to follow.
11:15am-12:00pm: Vivo Ko’e (Bamboo Nose Flute): Learn the art of bamboo flute construction. Enjoy a live musical performance to follow.
12:00pm-12:45pm: To’i Rakau (Wood Carving): Take part in a workshop focusing on carved percussion instruments. Enjoy an interactive drumming performance to follow.
1:30pm-2:15pm: Peu Akatutu (Performing Arts): Hop into a dance and music workshop (no prior experience required!) with a live performance from the community to follow.
Photo: Auckland Museum
