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Tetua Ioane, a native born pure Tahitian and descendant of the Monarchy, is the
co-Founder and President of Tamaeva Arii, Inc., named after his royal family. Tetua is actively involved as a master
instructor in the art of Tahitian dancing (Otea, Aparima & Ahuroa) and Toere drumming. Tetua was born on Bastille Day on Rimatara in 1942. He is the third born in a family of fifteen children. Tetua began studying Tahitian music and dance at the age of 6. He was raised on Huahine and worked with his father in their family-owned coconut and vanilla and coffee plantation. He then served in the French Marines and the French Foreign Legion for five years. Tetua became a U.S. Citizen in 1998. His favorite hobby, until today, is spearfishing! |
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| Tetua’s professional experience as a dancer, fire-knife dancer, drummer, lead performer, musician and singer, composer, choreographer, stage, sound & lighting designer has been extensive in the field of Polynesian entertainment. This includes international shows in Tahiti, Guam, Japan, France, Hawaii and Las Vegas covering several decades. | ||
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