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Pasifika Representation
ENTERTAINMENTWitnessing History: Cirque du Soleil ‘AuanaThe first Cirque du Soleil production in Hawai’i, performed entirely in Hawaiian. Dancers Oriana and Fa’afetai Lulu on standing on their parents’ shoulders.Lanea Lutali
ENTERTAINMENTThe Magic of Moana Returns: World Premiere HighlightsDisney traded the red carpet for a blue one and brought Moana 2 home to O'ahu, a few steps from the ocean that binds the whole story together.Queenie Taua'a
ENTERTAINMENTA Pacific Gem on the Global Stage: Queenie's Review of Moana 2Bring tissues. A Samoan writer on seeing her family, her village and her ancestors in a Disney sequel.Queenie Taua'a
ENTERTAINMENTActivation, Authentication, and Representation: Keilani's Review of Moana 2A Chamorro writer on the three words that describe the sequel — and why Moana 2 belongs to every island, not just Polynesia.Keilani Mayo
ENTERTAINMENTNavigating New Waters: Moana 2 and Its Cultural ImpactBehind the magic of Moana 2 lies a dedicated crew whose passion and creativity bring stories to life. Join us as we dive into their inspiring journey and the cultural heart that fuels this incredible film.Queenie Taua'a
ENTERTAINMENTGaby SolomonaThe Samoan actor and radio host on burning out, the break that saved her love of acting, and the mana-filled moment with Carmel Sepuloni that travelled the Pacific.Keilani Mayo
ENTERTAINMENTPasifika Representation on Screen: The Hala'ufia Family Take on "The Quiz With Balls"Koloa Heather on a casting call sent to the family group chat as a joke, the first Pasifika family on the show, and the $100,000 they won for their grandmother.Queenie Taua'a
ENTERTAINMENTDisney Discovers Catherine Laga'aia to Star as 'Moana' in Live-Action RemakeThe 17-year-old Samoan actor from Sydney leads an all-Pasifika cast alongside Dwayne Johnson, John Tui, Frankie Adams and Rena Owen.Queenie Taua'a