Dance in Rotuma refers to the traditional and modern dance styles performed by the people of the island ofRotuma, which became a dependency ofFiji in 1881. Despite Rotuma's political and historical links withFiji, the island's culture shows strongPolynesian influences, particularly fromSamoa andTonga, which, along with Fiji, feature strongly in the history and traditions of theRotuman people.
Situated approximately 465 km (289 mi) north of Fiji, Rotuma's relatively remote position ensures that the island still maintains major linguistic, historical, and cultural distinctions from its neighbours. However, the main styles of Rotuman dance, theTautoga, theMak Sa'moa and theMak Rarotoga, show clearer influence from neighbouring cultures than most facets of the culture.[1]
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