ARTISTS


Here are some of the amazing Pacific Artists who are impacting our communities in Aotearoa.
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A New Zealand-born Samoan actress hailing from the villages of Safotu, Lotofaga, Leulumoega, and Lefaga, is a graduate of Toi Whakaari New Zealand Drama School.

BIANCA SEINAFO
Haanz is a versatile and passionate actor and father who hopes to inspire young Pasifika artists to rise and tell their stories.

HAANZ FA'AVAE - JACKSON
His performances are grounded in his heritage and shaped by a commitment to authentic representation of Pacific and queer identities.

LANCE AINOFO
Mana is an emerging artist from Wellington, New Zealand, proudly representing his Tongan heritage with roots in Leimatu’a and Hunga, Vava’u.

MANALANI HALATANU
A sought-after MC and media host, Taleta is known for her dynamic presence, on-camera warmth and commitment to telling stories that uplift and connect.

TALETA MAREE
An actor, writer and director. Sela has governance experience and currently sits on three arts boards in Christchurch: The Court Theatre, WORD Christchurch and MOVE ÅŒtautahi.

SELA FALETOLU
" … love for theatre was sparked through her upbringing in the vibrant community of her local Pasifika church. Her journey in the performing arts began to flourish in 2013 when she joined the Excel School of Performing Arts as a vocalist… "

TUSI ELISARA
Pule is a proud dance tutor and creative with over 20 years of experience across Polynesian, Urban, Commercial, and Line dance styles.

VAOPULE SIVA
Tree is an astounding Artist. Mesmerising Live Performing Artist, Music/Vocal Director and Music Video Director.

KATERINA VAIFALE
Spencer is a proud MVPFAFF+ creative of Fijian, Samoan, and Rotuman descent, raised in West Auckland and the eldest of five.

SPENCER PAPALI'I
A multidisciplinary storyteller whose work spans acting, music, creative writing, dance, and Pacific-based performance.

ONETOTO IKAVUKA
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ISITOLO ALESANA