Performing Arts

Performing Arts at Tahuna

Whether you're a closet shower singer, a budding musician, a creative thinker, or simply keen to try something new, Tahuna has something for everyone!

Students can explore a wide range of performing arts opportunities, including:

• Pasifika
• Kapa Haka
• Choir
• Bands
• Hip Hop Competition Crews
• Jazz Dance Troupe
• Aerobics
• Friday Dance Sessions
• Musical Theatre (electives)
• Theatre Sports (electives)
• K-Pop (electives)
• Multicultural Group
• Bucket Drumming
• Marimba
• Orchestra
• A wide variety of instrumental music opportunities

Our cultural groups celebrate Māori and Pacific heritage through powerful performances of song, dance, and storytelling, welcoming students from all backgrounds to participate and share in these experiences.

Tahuna Normal Intermediate School has a dedicated music suite equipped with fabulous instruments and up to date audio equipment. Music is taught as a curriculum subject throughout the year and aims to provide a wide range of practical music experiences such as exploring djembe, digital music, marimba, taongo pūoro and ukulele. This subject intends to lay the foundation for lifelong enjoyment and participation in music. Outside of class students have the opportunity to join school emsembles and bands, contribute to the cultural life of the school community through performances, or sign up for itinerant music classes in orchestral or modern band instruments.

Our dedicated Performing Arts Room has recently been upgraded with full-length dance mirrors, creating an inspiring environment  where students can practise, create, collaborate, and thrive. Our dance groups have been thriving in this space. Our hip hop competition crews have won regional and national titles at interschool competitions. 

With so many ways to get involved, Tahuna's performing arts programmes build creativity, confidence, connection, and a lifelong appreciation for the arts while bringing authentic performances and entertainment to audiences across the school and wider community.