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'BIG TOP' expected to be the 'main event' at the
2007 CARIBANA parade as CARNIVAL NATIONZ jumps
ahead of the pack |
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Monday
June 4th, 2007 -- As expected, a swarm
of patrons lined up outside the CARNIVAL
NATIONZ Mas Camp on Saturday afternoon
to get first dibs on costumes by the CARIBANA
favorites. Within hours of opening their doors
to the public, three sections were sold out
('Aerialists', 'Cotton Candy', and 'Lion
Tamers'), plus two others ('Acrobats',
'Jugglers') are also expected to be at
peak over the next few days. Anticipating an
early rush, the CARNIVAL NATIONZ
crew was well prepared and signed up over 700
masqueraders by the days end. |
Hundreds lined up outside
the
CARNIVAL NATIONZ Mas Camp on opening day |
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According
to committee member (Bryce Aguiton), several
steps have been taken to improve the level of customer
service, including the implementation of a custom
registration software program and a new state-of-art
website. The 2007 website will incorporate full flash
animation and creative digital photography, along
with a virtual 360° view of each costume (a
feature never before seen amongst Carnival websites).
The new website (www.CarnivalNationz.com)
developed by Dreamscape Interactive is scheduled to
launch on June 13.
In
addition to receiving an all-inclusive costume package,
each CARNIVAL NATIONZ 2007 registrant
is entered into a draw to win a 2007 Pontiac Solstice
Roadster (www.pontiac.com/solstice)
from presenting sponsor FOSTER Pontiac Buick GMC.
Also available to members is the 2006 CARNIVAL
NATIONZ ON THE ROAD DVD. The 2007 version (currently
being recorded) will include clips from the opening
day, mas building and out-takes leading up the parade.
2006 DVD's are available for sale at the Mas Camp
(533 McNicoll Ave).
For
more information on CARNIVAL NATIONZ
2007 presentation "THE BIG TOP",
call 416-676-6504 or visit the Mas Camp at 533 McNicoll
Ave (just West of Victoria Park). Registration
is available daily and Camp hours are from 7pm-10pm
on weekdays and 2pm-6pm on weekends.
About
CARNIVAL NATIONZ
Bandleaders Bryce Aguiton, Dwayne Pitt, Curtis Eustace
and Marcus Eustace first introduced their mas band
'CARNIVAL NATIONZ' in 2005 and produced a masquerade
band of over 700 participants. The inaugural presentation
of CNz Inc. “This is Paradise” created
history by being the only band ever to capture the
most coveted Caribana award “Band of the Year”
in its very first year. The following year, 2006,
Carnival Nationz repeated the feat by successfully
defended its “Band of the Year” title
with a presentation entitled “V… La Copa
Mundial” (celebrating the exploits of the SocaWarriors
in Germany 2006). By this time the band had swollen
to over 1,200 masqueraders.
The
founding members of CARNIVAL NATIONZ combined have
over 25 years worth of experience in marketing, targeting
and promoting events specifically to the diverse and
expanding Caribbean community within the GTA. Previously,
this group has demonstrated an extensive track record
of success in both small scaled ventures such as club
based promotions (at such venues as The Docks; and
The Guvernment Entertainment Complex), to large scaled
projects that attract thousands of patrons, e.g. Unite
de Nations (6,000 people annually on Canada Day @
Markham Fair Grounds). |
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CARNIVAL
NATIONZ 2007 PRESENTATION: "THE BIG TOP"
“Ladies
and Gentlemen can I have your attention please…
we are about to unleashed a feast for your eyes to see…
feats so great it will tickle your every fantasy…
so hurry take a seat and ‘WELOME TO THE GREATEST
SHOW ON EARTH… THE BIG TOP” shouts the Carnival
Nationz ringer master. The magic of the circus instantaneously
brings a smile to all our faces. It is one of those
events that no matter your age, the thought of acts
like: Acrobats; Lion Tamers; Siberian Tigers; Jugglers;
Snake Charmers; Sexy Clowns; Aerialists; and Fire Dancers,
plus additional attractions such as Cotton Candy, Gypsies
and Wild Indians, conjures up images of some far away
mythical land or age. But in 2007… the Carnival
Nationz circus is very much a reality that is closer
and more accessible to all. The spectacle and fun that
are integral components of the circus will come alive
on the road this Caribana as the Carnival Nationz circus
rolls into town. |
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CARNIVAL
NATIONZ 2007 COSTUMES
[Click on thumbnails for
larger images]
Photography by PicsByRich.com
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1.
ACROBAT
In the world of circus the acrobat is the master of
agility, balance and coordination. Short bursts of
controlled activity with highly impactful skill mesmerizes
the crowd and keeps them longing for more. Watch the
feats of mind numbing artistry in the Carnival Nationz
Big Top. |
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2.
COTTON CANDY
Truly part of the quintessential experience of a visit
to the circus, this form of spun sugar is worth every
last scintillating drop. Watching it spin to perfection…
taste so undeniably sweet… pretty in pink…
eat ‘til your heart’s content and your belly
burst with confectionary pleasures in the Big Top. |
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SNAKE CHARMER
Danger… beware… step gently and move slowly…
the snake is dancing to the hypnotic rhythm of the snake
charmer’s musical repertoire. But don’t
be fooled by his mellow appearance, the charmer is in
full control of this environment. Watch the snake dance
the macabre dance… under the Big Top. |
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FIRE DANCER
A trail of flames… heat pulsating through their
veins… rhythm as graceful as a ballerina…
the fire dancer’s movements are precise…
unparalleled by any other performer… the weaver
of temporary glowing tapestries of artistic splendor.
In the Big Top, the fire dancer ignites the masses and
has them begging for more… |
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JUGGLERS
Throw… flip… twist… juggle. The Juggler
with hands of glue and nerves of steel can catch your
attention as easily as catch any object thrown their
way. Their uncanny ability to manipulate balls, bags,
knives, fire sticks and more makes these absorbing characters
a fan favourite at the Carnival Nationz circus. |
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6.
LION TAMER
The roar of the King freezes all in their stance…
every step in the slow canter of the master of all the
animal kingdom is watched anticipatingly with captivated
eyes. The Lion… the beast is in the house and
pay full attention for at any minute he may attack…
save for the skills and imposing nature of the bravest
man in the Big Top circus… the Lion Tamer. He
controls the beast… he is fearless… he is
one of the acts that separates the Carnival Nationz
circus from the rest. |
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SEXY CLOWNS
Run, trip and fall… jump through hoops…
be chased by wild animals… spill drinks and food
on unsuspecting patrons…blow balloons into all
kinds of unimaginable shapes and figures… the
clown’s job is simply to be the master of entertainment.
In the Carnival Nationz circus, our sexy clowns will
go to all lengths and extremes to ensure that you leave
the Big Top in a climactic state of pure euphoria. |
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8.
WILD INDIANS
One of the original circus acts in the early 1900s,
the Wild Indian or Circus Indian was both feared and
revered. Skits that included chases, bare-back horse
riding tricks and simulations of historic showdowns
between cowboys and Indians, became staples on every
major circus. In the Carnival Nationz Big Top, we have
revived the legend of the Wild Indian and restored them
to their rightful place among the circus’ most
hallowed acts. |
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SIBERIAN TIGER
Though predominantly brown in colour as a species…
the rare and elusive white Siberian Tiger is a priceless
jewel of the Carnival Nationz circus. Ordinary is discarded…
beauty beyond compare… smooth as silk… a
seamless montage of white and black that makes this
cat one of the most treasured attractions in the Big
Top. |
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10.
GYPSY
Palm reading… tarot cards… gaze into my
crystal ball and let me tell you your future…
but always beware the gypsy!! Foreseer of life’s
journey, mystical bender of time and space… the
gypsy has long been associated with the circus. These
wandering souls of nomadic ancestry, with secrets and
powers passed down from generation to generation, have
the skills to spellbind you with their prophetic ramblings.
In the Big Top, we predict they will be a huge hit. |
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AERIALIST
Defying the laws of gravity… hanging high overhead,
these brave individuals balance and ability to maneuver
at such heights with spine-tingling precision is frighteningly
engrossing. We watch in awe… we breathe heavily
with every step and movement… and we gasp at their
death defying mid-air dangling tricks centre stage in
the Big Top. |
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