Hula History
Although Hula is the Hawaiian word for „dance“, it means a lot more to the Hawaiians than simply moving to music!
In Hawaii, Hula was the main way for the Hawaiians to pass along stories, news, and messages among the islands.
When the missionaries arrived in Hawaii in the early 1800‘s, they prohibited the Hawaiians from dancing Hula, claiming it was “un-Christian“.
King Kamehameha III attempted to revive Hula, but it was not until King David Kalakaua (1874 - 1891) - the „Merrie Monarch“ of Hawaii - proclaimed Hula as a national cultural heritage, that Hula would return to the islands.
Today, both men and women enjoy the physical, mental and spiritual path of dancing Hula. The “Merrie Monarch Festival“, which takes place annually on the “Big Island“ or Hawaii, is by far the largest and most colorful event that occurs in Hawaii.
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If you would like to learn more about Hawaii‘s historical & cultural roots, mythological tales, and natural treasures, Stephanie offers exciting presentations (including a slideshow and live instruments from Hawaii) and, of course, dance shows for various occasions...
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