Prices for Hula   Aloha E Komo Mai (Howdy and blessings)
Full Hula, Texas style shows go as follows, generally:

Our show is a tour of the islands of Hawaii andTahiti and maybe a visit to New Zealand if poi spinning is done.  Nacheska explains the rich Aloha spirit of Hula while comparing it to the Lone Star spirit of Texas all the while demonstrating and teaching the hula at your event. We can do dances beginning with auana (modern) Hulas and later in the show visit ancient Hawaii.(Kahiko)  I explain Hula (meaning “dance” in the lovely Hawaiian language) and take a tour of Hawaii and the dances, the rich history, and stories behind the dancing that they are viewing.  After we do two or three dances, we bring the Wahini’s  (ladies/Gals) up for a dance and teach while volunteers in the audience play Puili Sticks  (a simple musical instrument that we hand out) during their on stage class.  Then we teach “Hukilau” for your loved ones/friends/coworkers and I move to a Kalohe (comedy) piece which is funny.  Then we are on to ancient Hawaii where we visit a dance style and stories (Mele) that have been handed down through history of the islands.  We do several Kahiko (ancient) hulas.  We will visit the Maori tribe of New Zealand for some poi spinning and then on to Tahiti, talking about the difference in costuming and dance movements. I tell the story (Otea) of the dance we perform and after that bring the Kane's (men) up from the audience for the Tahitian War Dance (aparima) ….very fun and funny and a great finish to the show. This show is also great for a business club meeting where there is audience participation...the women could learn Hula, while the men could learn some Tahitian.   At this time there are 4-6 of us and we perform as we are available. We would love to bring Aloha and Texas spicy friendliness to your event!

I do have access to fire spinners, fire breathers, light and wonderful poi spinners to enhance your event for approx. $75-$100 a show depending on where we are driving and what you wish...they would open and close the night show dynamically as a solo....or you can hire more depending on your budget, the environment, and need. (fire can be outside only and lots of open area is needed) The regular show that I do lasts 45 minutes to one hour and contains 8-10 dances depending on time and audience enthusiasm.  In the case of special events, birthdays, weddings, I can issue a proclamation to the honored ones in the form of a poem that they get to keep. (In these cases information needs to be provided in advance) 
Also, I give gifts of ankle/wrist leis, and leis to those brave enough to perform with our lovely dancers…and have special dances that we do for events…Hawaiian wedding dance, Beautiful Kauai etc.  I can vary the show time and content according to your special event.  (the prices below are a general idea of my charge) We are happy to share our talent and art with you and your guests.   Our prices are as follows:

Children's party teaching/touch of performance -  $125 - $150 ( for a children’s party situation during the day) We are happy to do childrens parties later in the evening but those that will end after 7:00 will pay the full show price) … and price varies according to drive and amount of children attending) ...These are great fun where the children get to play puili sticks, dance, learn the rich history of Hawaiian while celebrating the special day... Nacheska will stay one fun hour and teach, dance, and do games with the children related to Polynesia. (we try to send two dancers) All dances and activities are age appropriate...

Regular Hula Show Performance and audience participation:
$150 for one dancer (Nacheska) *
$200 for two dancers *
$300 for three dancers *
$400 for four dancers *

* might be slightly higher on Holidays or if you might need more of our time or make us wait.... or wish us to be there more than 10 minutes early.

Meet and greet - $35 hr. per dancer/w show booking (authentic costumed dancers greet your guests!)
Meet and Greet (Lei greeters) w/o doing the show $50 an hour (no dancing but a beautiful enhancement to a Luau or reception/business event)           
                                                       
*Prices are for local bookings only and do not include long drives out of our area: anything over a 20 minute drive time will incur an extra charge…this is negotiated based on city/state. Monies are due upon arrival dancer at the time of the performance.  Deposits are only required on larger bookings.  I can send an agreement of services with no problem. *Cancellation within 48 hours of actual performance is 20% of agreed fee for loss of other opportunities.

Tips should be given to the Mistress of Ceremonies to be divided evenly…please be prepared to pay at the time of the dancers arrival so we will be able to get on to the important matter of making the event fabulous and seamless.

(Cash is preferred method with checks being acceptable to Nacheska in advance giving them time to clear: receipts are given upon request; we do not take checks at the booking so please have our fee ready)   
     
Our affiliated costume Shoppe has great prices on leis, skirts, and Hula accessories...please feel free to ask about our great prices on party and costume goodies too!!! Visit overthetopcostumes.com to see the great selection.

Please do not ask us to discount our show for your charity.  We work hard to feed and support our families as you do and this is our hard work.(Nursing homes and Retirement centers receive discounted rates; this is our charity!:0))

Mahalo!  email nacheska@nacheska.com
for availability for your event!