Tours and Events, Glorious Backstage Arts, London, Islington

Touring

In 2010 GBA's tour programme expanded to include performances at Luton Carnival, St. Pauls Carnival in Bristol, performing at the Grand Carnival Splash at Alexandra Palace, Hackney One Carnival and the Notting Hill Carnival parade.

The four CAD-Net groups shared a coach to travel and perform at the Luton and Bristol carnivals. A great experience for small bands, achieved by collaborating to present our large costumes.

Luton International Carnival

A great way to start the Caribbean Carnival season. Luton provides a freindly, family day out with a wide range of activites to enjoy after the parade.

St. Paul's Carnival, Bristol

A fantastic day out for all ages to enjoy. The St. Paul's Carnival was thoroughly enjoyed by all those who took part in the parade.

The London Notting Hill Carnival

Sunday is a day designed for children and families, with Bank Holiday Monday traditionally aimed at adult masqueraders. Sunday August 28th and Monday 29th 2011

TAKE PART

Great Day's Out

If you don't like standing in crowds, dressing up and taking part is the best way to get the ultimate experience of carnival.

We take participants to and from Islington to experience being part of high profile carnival costume parades.

Hackney One Carnival

The NHMBA Grand Carnival Splash

A fantastic opportunity to see all the large costumes produced for performance during the Notting Hill Carnival Parade. A great day out for the family.

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Exhibitions

Since 2008 GBA has sought to engage new audiences by exhibiting large costume structures at Islington Arts Factory during Black History Month.

The Black Art of Making Mas

Ever wondered where the fantastic costumes at Notting Hill Carnival come from? Making Mas is an exhibition series that explores the history and development of Black British Carnival Arts.

CAD-Net

From the traditional, subversive themes and characters of old Mas to the exotic fusion of Afro-Caribbean and Latin inspired designs we see today.

Gallery Events and Activities

Glorious Backstage Arts and IAF will host another series of interactive gallery events for schools to explore the masqueraders’ costumes, images, and the backstage arts required to create this maverick art form.

Advanced booking required

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