By: Brett Patrick Gasiorowski Background The definition of a mask is “a covering for all parts of the face, worn as a disguise, or to amuse or frighten others.” (Oxford) However, a mask is much more then a disguise. What makes a mask so much more then a piece ofContinue reading
Category: Caribbean
The Gendering of Characters in Carnival Mas
Synopsis Playing Mas in Trinidadian Carnival involves the performances of many different masques, but the characters enacted are gendered in their representation. Tony Hall’s play Jean and Dinah gives voice to the women excluded from Carnival and serves as a response to female oppression in Trinidad and within this performanceContinue reading
Beyond the Image: Carnival and Celebrity Celebrations
Nicki Minaj, Blac Chyna, and Amber Rose celebrate Carnival in Trinidad and Tobago. What does Carnival look like today? Are these stars embracing or appropriating the rich culture of Carnival? Before Global Theater, I confess that I knew very little about Carnival. My knowledge was confined to depictions of theContinue reading
Behind The Scenes: A Play
OVERVIEW: Lauren Sandersen traveled with a four person film crew to shoot a short experimental film during the week she was there. With this project in mind, she traveled to Jamaica wondering how I would put what we captured on camera in play format. “Behind the Scenes a Play” Artist’s StatementContinue reading
Mask-Making for Carnival in Trinidad and Tobago
OVERVIEW: Carnival is one of the most important events in Trinidad. It is a time for locals to let loose, but Carnival traditions also speak to the rich history and diversity of the island. The main Carnival festivities usually only last about two days, but the period of Carnival technically startsContinue reading
Ted and Tim Build a Steel Pan
OVERVIEW: Ted and Tim try their best to make a steel pan. Hey guys – Ted and Tim here. Thanks for visiting our page to check out our experience with building a steel drum. In case you haven’t checked out the video we made and pinned to this page, beContinue reading