halau
Noun
Meaning
halau (plural halaus)
A school or group of hula dancers.
Examples
All 13 songs on the album were carefully crafted through the relationships and experiences of the halau, including visits to ‘s royal garden, Uluhaimalama.
They came in third overall, as Lum Ho’s halau edged them in a tie-breaker, 1679 points to 1671.
This free, two-day cultural event will feature halau (dance troupes) from across the island presenting richly choreographed kahiko (ancient) and auana (modern) hula that express the traditional values of Hawaii and the Pacific Islands.
Visit www.hawaiitribune-herald.com after tonight’s competition for a list of winners, and see Monday’s print edition for a recap of which halau took home the top prizes.