Sexy Marajhin

Not being familiar with the Mighty Sparrow, I didn't think much of the theme, and wondered how Carnival Nationz would portray the legendary Calypsonian. But Hubby (Trini-in-Toronto) knows older Calypso, and he informed me about Sparrow's most popular tunes.

Then I was told by a designer in January that his Sexy Marajhin costume will have a strong resemblance to very formal East Indian bridal wear only sexier... colors are red and gold with lots of rhinestones in keeping with Indian bridal jewelery. So when I imagine this, I think of gorgeous bridal saris like the one pictured. Plenty of gold accents, and overall, rich & vibrant.

I'm going to guess we'll see a Latin siren in Margarita, perhaps head ties and colourful fabric for Melda (Obeah Wedding), a pretty Jane, an evil Witch Doctor, and Jean and Dinah prostitutes.
And for the fellas, they can be a Congo Man, Lizard, & cricketer Sir Garfield Sobers - not to be confused with Drunk and Disorderly winers & wavers.

Or, an entirely different direction will be taken!! Wouldn't be the 1st time (this season). We'll see soon enough on Saturday at the CNz launch...

Machel is on de road with

Well well, look who has MACHEL 'on de road'!

First Annual Brampton Carnival

Ok everybody, I just got a link on Facebook and there is going to be a carnival in Brampton. It looks like its gonna fill that gap between Caribana and Barrie Caribfest. Its happening August 7th (the Saturday after Caribana), I don't have too many details yet but they have a website

These are the events they have listed.

Once I find out a little more, I'll let you know

Events

The Cultural Academy for Excellence (CAFÉ)
(the creators of Positive Vibrations Youth Steel Orchestra (PVYSO).
hails from Washington for
 "Pan in de Square"
at Garden Square, the front of Brampton's Magnificent Rose Theatre
(North East Corner of Main St. and Queen St.)
on Friday 30th April, 2010
5pm to 7pm.
This is a free family event
Please come out and support this wonderful group and their sweet steelpan sounds
For details on the group visit their website www.cafeyouth.org
Sponsored in part by the City of Brampton.

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No Behavior Fridays:
Town Talk
1701 Queen St.
Bramalea Rd. & Queen St
19+ID required
Featuring CHRY Calypso Spectacular's DJ Ronnie Fresh
Launching: April 30th 2010

Friday May 14th 2010
Friday June 11th 2010
Friday July 9th 2010

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West Fete Carnival Details:

Parade Route
Westbound CountrySide Rd.from Dixie to Heartlake Rd. Southbound on Heart Lake Rd into Conservation Area 10818 Heart Lake Rd. Brampton
Park Admission
Children: 2yrs-5yrs $2.50
Seniors: 60+ $5.00
Adults: 16+ $6.00
West Fete Carnival Friday Nite Fete
August 6th 2010
Saturday 7th August, 2010
West Fete parade 10am to 12noon
Celebration at Heartlake Conservation - Ends @ 7pm.
Las Lap
August 20th 2010

Tribal knights mens section

Dexter Seusahai's Tribal Knights summer blockbuster "HOLLYWOOD: Glitz and Glamour" is unveiling the men's costumed section for the 43rd Annual Scotiabank Caribana Festival on Friday April 23rd, 2010 inside the Mas Camp Studio located at 83 Dynamic Dr. (Markham/McNicoll) Units #11 and #12.
ALL masqueraders are encouraged to bring their friends and family out for the EARLY BIRD MASQUERADER REGISTRATION SPECIAL starting at 11am and ending at 5pm.
From 5pm to 9pm join the cast of the 2010 summer blockbuster "HOLLYWOOD: Glitz and Glamour" as the men's costumed section will be revealed for the first time.
The evening is entitled: CHAMPAGNE ON ICE.
Admission is FREE, FREE, and FREE!!! Complimentary hors d'oeuvres and champagne will be provided throughout the evening.
JW and Blaze, the Power Soca Monarchs and Roadmarch Champions of Trinidad and Tobago's 2010 Carnival will be on the road with Dexter Seusahai's Tribal Knights to "PALANCE" the sea of masqueraders by chanting the infectious lyrics which charmed the incomparable Beyonce Knowles to unquestionably follow their directions: "Jump, Jump, Jump Up...Jump and Put Your Hands Up!"
To play mas as a cast member in the theatrical production of Dexter Seusahai's Tribal Knights "HOLLYWOOD: Glitz and Glamour" with JW and Blaze, the Power Soca Monarchs and Roadmarch Champions of Trinidad and Tobago's 2010 Carnival please contact any of the following crew members as we prepare to PALANCE for the 43rd Annual Caribana Festival:
Troy: (647) 217-9536 or Troy@TribalKnights.com
Gail: (416) 825-0563 or Gail@TribalKnights.com
Sean: (416) 550-7179 or Sean@TribalKnights.com
For Twitter Updates please follow up @TribalKnights
Remember to add us as your friend on Facebook.com/TribalKnights and Myspace.com/TribalKnights
Visit us at www.TribalKnights.com or call us at our Studio (416) 396-3780

DE FREITAS CARNIVAL

Hi Everyone,

Lots of you De Freitas supporters may have been wondering what his next move would be after the TMBA frowned upon the entry of Tribe Toronto.
Well, supporters will be happy to hear that Mr De Freitas will continue his participation in the parade, and operate under his new band name: DE FREITAS CARNIVAL.

They have setup a facebook fan page
 
So we should hear details of band launches and other events soon
Stay tuned...

Guess who's coming for Caribana...

Well this is certainly fun news, MACHEL is coming back to Toronto for Caribana!!
Even Trinidad Carnival missed him this year, and he hasn't been here in a few, so his fans will certainly be pleased.
The best Machel show we've experienced was his free one in '07 at Harbourfront. Up front, under the clear blue sky, it was certainly memorable. Did I mention free?What was your favourite Machel performance?

Let's see if this one at Wild Water Kingdom (another venue I like) can top that.
Thanks Buublenut for the pics!

Bumper to Fender

Hollywood - Tribal Knights 2010

Rodeo Dreams

Here are Tribal Knights Hollywood Glitz and Glamour costumes from their launch & at Fire Fete. All Island mix photos.

Showtime

Arabian Nights

Indulgence

Glitz

Paparazzi

Glamour

Champagne on Ice

Moulin Rouge

So what do you think of the glitz & glamour? My faves are the colours in Rodeo Dreams, Champagne on Ice's jeweled chain, Glamour's bra & corset, and the Moulin Rouge headpiece.

Colours In Motion

CONNECTIONS theme this Caribana is "COLOURS IN MOTION".
Band launch will be announced shortly.