Mana Arts Co. is a UK-based creative movement founded by international opera singers and cultural ambassadors Benson Wilson and Isabella Moore, alongside directors Jamie Tahana and Charlie Panapa. Together, they are dedicated to amplifying the voices, stories, and excellence of Tagata Moana — the People of the Pacific Ocean.Rooted in the values of Mana, Authenticity, and Whakawhanaungatanga (relationship building), Mana Arts Co. creates platforms that celebrate Pacific identity through performance, education, and storytelling. From world-class concerts and film screenings to community workshops, talanoa, and cultural festivals, Mana Arts Co. bridges ancestral wisdom with both contemporary and traditional Pacific expression.Based in the United Kingdom, the organisation is passionate about creating spaces where Pacific peoples feel seen, empowered, and connected, while inviting wider audiences to engage deeply with the richness of Pacific cultures. Through flagship initiatives such as Pasifika Fest UK 2026, Mana Arts Co. champions creative sovereignty, cultural pride, and authentic representation on the world stage.At its core, Mana Arts Co. stands for representation, relationship building, responsibility, and respect — empowering Pacific communities in the diaspora to lead with pride, purpose, and mana.
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