👉 pataka is a traditional form of dance in the Malagasy culture. It involves two dancers on opposite sides of a stage, with each dancer holding a long pole or staff called "pata." The main roles are played by men and women, and they perform various forms of music and dances. Pataka is also known as "the dance of three" because it consists of three different movements: the first movement is a simple step, followed by two steps that form a loop, and finally
