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Nottingham Carnival 2013
THE FACTS Things you should know! by Norma Gregory
What is the meaning and origin of
the word ‘carnival’?
It is said to come from the Latin
expression carne vale, which means
‘farewell to meat’.
What is the importance of carnival?
For many, especially peoples of African
Caribbean descent, carnival is an
important way to express rich cultural
heritage, to reflection on history and to
celebrate survival and progression.
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Carnival Free
To help the carnival remain free in future, the organising committee of Nottingham
Carnival invites you all to contribute £1 towards entry to Nottingham Carnival,
2013. KIDS GO FREE!
Where do costumes ideas come from?
Ideas for costumes often come from
mythical, cultural and historical figures and
events. Often a theme is carried through
in clothing, props and the colours used.
Sometimes a troupe’s costume can be
humorous or have deeper connotations
perhaps referring to ‘jumbies’: mythological
spirits or demons in the folklore of some
Caribbean countries. Chains are worn to
symbolise captivity and dancers cast off
the ‘chains of authority’ and free to enjoy
themselves as they please.
By making your £1 contribution, the Nottingham Carnival
will remain a truly free family event by helping to:
Reduce running costs
Improve standards of health and safety required at the
Nottingham carnival
Support the fantastic and inspiring, creative craft of
carnival.
The £1 contribution is great value compared to entry
prices to typical musical events in the UK:
• Splendour Nottingham (1 day) £37.50 / £27.50
photos courtesy of TUNTUM
Why are masks worn?
Masks in carnivals are sometimes based on
17 th and 18 th century masks and often used
to disguise the wearer’s appearance or to
refer to African cultures. Feathers represent
the human ability to overcome tragedy and
strength to continue in the face of adversity.
• Leeds Festival (weekend) £197
• Glastonbury £205
• V Festival (weekend) £209
• Reading Festival (weekend) £369
Make YOUR £1 Contribution to
Nottingham Carnival, 2013