The tradition of Carnival in Italy, particularly in Venice, takes place during the weeks before lent and is usually celebrated with a parade. An important part of this particular celebration of carnival is the use of the mask, which represents the removal of sexual and social differences between the people.
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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
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
New Orleans Mardi Gras
OVERVIEW: The Carnival in Rio De Janeiro is one of the best-known parties in the world and is considered the largest carnival in the world. Rio Carnival is a five day celebration and a national holiday. An Overview of Mardi Gras in New Orleans New Orleans Mardi Gras, a local CarnivalContinue reading
Carnival in Rio De Janeiro.
OVERVIEW: The Carnival in Rio De Janeiro is one of the best-known parties in the world and is considered the largest carnival in the world. Rio Carnival is a five day celebration and a national holiday. Overview The Carnival in Rio De Janeiro is one of the best-known partiesContinue reading
