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Mikā is a New Zealand Māori performer who has been involved in Polynesian stage shows, TV and CD recordings, and a solo cabaret career.

Mika

Name:

Mikā

Iwi:

Urban Māori

Occupation:

Artist

What did you want to be when you were young?

Kai mahi whakangahau - a performer.

Who are your inspirational role models?

Grace Jones, Whoopi Goldberg, and Carmen.

What is your favourite...

· food?

Salmon

· music?

Big Diva's

· movie?

The Poseidon Adventure

· TV programme?

Ab Fab - Absolutely Fabulous

· pastime?

Reading magazines

What would be your ideal day?

Wake
Yoga
Fab parakuihi - breakfast
A little office work
Fab lunch with celebs or business mates
Dance for a few hours
Dinner with friends
A show
Late night long drive on a desert road
Sleeping under the stars.

What are your ambitions for the future?

To take my dance crew 'Torotoro' around the world.

What sparked your interest in following your particular career path?

I have always sung and danced, that's all I do, that's what I was put on papatuanuku (Mother Earth) to do.

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