Every year Trinidad and Tobago plays host to the "Greatest show on Earth" kwown as CARNIVAL. Carnival has always been about expression, creativity and the voice of society which is displayed on the nation's roadways.It is a festival full of energy. Many people play traditional mas characters from the past which helps to preserve the various customs of our evolving culture and provides an essential link to our country's heritage.
What are the various traditional characters portrayed during Carnival?
The baby doll,The bat,The Bookman,Burrokeet,clowns,The Cow Band, The Dame Lorraine,Jab Jab or Devil Mas
ReplyDeleteI only know about is the fancy sailor. I know this type of traditional mas because my mom and dad played Carnival Tuesday mas and most of the times this was their character.
ReplyDeleteBlue devil,jab-jab,moko jumbies,mid night rubber and stick fighting.
ReplyDeletewe know the devil dragon, axe man, bell man, the beast prince of darkness and gownmen.
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