The Haka is more than just a dance—it’s a cornerstone of Māori ... It is also sometimes used as a symbol of tribal identity. The modern haka is even performed by women.” ...

this complex dance is an expression of the passion, vigour and identity of the race. Haka is not merely a pastime of the Maori but was also a custom of high social importance in the welcoming and ...

An curved arrow pointing right. A woman was brought to tears when her bridal party performed an epic haka (an intense tribal war cry performed during important life moments in New Zealand ...

In a powerful display of protest, New Zealand’s parliament paused as MPs performed a haka, the traditional Māori dance, against a controversial bill set to redefine the country’s founding ...