Activity: A short film and discussion
Topics: History and culture
Series: The Samaan Tree Series
Date: Tuesday 20th May 2025
Time: 11.00 AM Guyana, New York, Toronto, 4.00 PM UK
To register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Tq457fMDTH2NN5eZ-KRkeA
Title: Masquerade Unmasked
Series: Samaan Tree Series
Date: Tuesday 20th May 2025
Time: 11.00 AM Guyana, Toronto, New York, 4.00 PM UK,
Platform: Zoom
To register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Tq457fMDTH2NN5eZ-KRkeA
This is a short film about masquerade based on a selection of interviews and reminiscences. Interviewees include Stanley Greaves. The film looks at the history of masquerade and how it has evolved in the Caribbean. It offers insights into some of costumes, musical instruments and dance steps that form part of the performance.
This session continues the Samaan Tree Series, part of the Trust’s online programme. As is customary, we will host comments and questions at the end of the session. All are welcome.