Page 11 - 1978 News Clippings

Ngaruawahia High School Maori Group Knocked ‘em Dead

Most of all they entertained, right from the heavier stamping and slapping “The final results add an extra sparkle
a sort of Maori early postures of the men - accompanied by to an already colourful and exciting show
- much pulling of faces and sticking out of which both the audience and the

to the last song, when they thrilled the tongues, which never failed to bring youngsters taking part obviously
Northern delighted response from the audience - to thoroughly enjoyed.”
the softer rhythmic movements of the SIR DOUGLAS CARTER

The opening act of the first show in women. “We saw quite a lot of the group.
Aberdeen by the Ngaruawahia High “The backdrop to the show is a Lady Carter and I hosted a reception for
School Turangawaewae group gave a faithful replica of a Maori Meeting House them and their supporters in New Zealand
fascinating glimpse into some of the rites and as a piece of scenery, it beats all - it House and we also attended the concert at
took seven men three weeks to hand-carve Slough on Friday August 4. We enjoyed

It was followed by a delightful the traditional figures and symbols their visit and they were a credit to their
selection of songs and dances, ranging designed by stage manager Inia Te Wiata. people and to New Zealand.”

Manaia Te Wiata,
Puke Poutapu (leader),
Kani Te Wiata.