Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Choosing The Best Luau Entertainers

By Eugenia Dickerson


Picking an theme that is as equally fun as it is interesting is the first challenge to planning a spectacular party. There are hundred of great options but the Hawaiian experience is both a popular favorite and one that is easily adjusted to fit most any budget, location and guest dynamic. Hiring the appropriate style of luau entertainers is one way to make sure the celebration makes a memorable impact.

In many cases, the choice of location is going to limit the number of suitable performance options available. When held indoors, such as in a home, at a restaurant or in a hotel, depending on room size and ceiling height, there are some acts that can not be done within acceptable safety perimeters. Open spaces like backyards, beaches and parks are excellent party sites and open up a lot of opportunities.

A Polynesian dance show can be done with a single performer, though the addition of extra dancers, live music and an emcee can make it more versatile and spectacular. The routine usually includes the traditional idea of hula dancing but it also features styles from multiple Pacific islands like Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa and New Zealand. Costume changes and props help create an even more authentic experience.

Beautiful ladies performing the gently swaying Polynesian dances are always a big hit, but the warrior dancers can be just as crowd pleasing. Large, muscled and intense men wearing traditional island costumes and sporting tribal tattoos give a powerhouse performance full of dynamic energy. They reenact ceremonial style routines representing the quest for bravery, power, strength and honor in the face of battle.

One of the most spectacular acts, often used as a grand finale, is the amazing fire-knife routine. Guests of all ages find themselves intrigued by the fast moving pace of the knives engulfed in flames being tossed and spun around with impressive skills. This routine is best when viewed in the dark or at night and it is important to make sure the staging area is free of low hanging canopies or flammable decorations, and that fire permits are obtained if required by local ordinances.

As an alternative to the fire-knife show, or as a lead in, the fire poi routine is another great choice. This dance comes from New Zealand and features flaming balls on being spun and twirled on the ends of long cords, creating magnificent light designs in the air. Again, precautions should be taken to insure maximum safety during this type of performance.

Encouraging audience participation increases the level of fun. Learning to do a dance or twirl the balls, blowing on a conch or beating a drum with the performers is just an extra level of excitement. When allowed to get involved, guests have even better memories to share.

There are luau entertainers available to suit any size and type of party desired. With choices such as dancers, singers, musicians, and many others, there is a lot of versatility to be found in this area. Budget, location, guest demographic and local ordinances are all going to affect the number of viable options.




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