Blog — celebrate Samoan culture

This year, we are taking a big step for Samoan cultural arts in Australia. We are producing Tuna & Fata Ailao Production, a special performance that will be the first of its kind in Melbourne. Ailao is an important part of Samoan culture, and we are excited to create a performance that celebrates our culture, movement, storytelling and traditions. This project is very special to us because it is not something we have done before. We received the Wyndham Arts Grant 2026 We are very grateful to be recipients of the Wyndham Arts Grant 2026. This grant has helped us purchase...

The new live action Moana movie is premiering around the world. If you didn’t already know my views about the Moana series go and read Moana is not real! Moana is based on a mish mash of Pacific myths and legends. Yes, it is a make-believe place but the myths and legends that it is based on are real and part of our Pacific cultures. This is why I think it is important to know some Samoan myths and legends that form the basis of Moana. This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through them, I may earn a...

Imagine a world where your cousins are like siblings, your aunties are second mothers, and every meal feels like a family reunion. That’s everyday life in Samoa, where Samoan family values are built on the foundation of aiga—a family system that goes far beyond just parents and children. In Samoan culture, aiga isn’t just about blood ties; it’s about a deep sense of responsibility, respect, and togetherness. If you visit a Samoan home, expect to be welcomed like family, fed like royalty, and treated like you belong—because in many ways, you do! The fa'asamoa, or "Samoan way," ensures that family extends...

Imagine a streaming service dedicated to your heritage—a platform that lets you explore your Samoan roots anytime, anywhere. Sounds exciting, right?