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The Largest Steel Pan Competition in the World: Trinidad PANorama

I’m not often in my home country of Trinidad and Tobago for Carnival, but when I am, I look forward the largest steel pan competition in the world… PANORAMA!   What is Panorama? The largest steel pan competition in the world, Panorama was birthed in Trinidad and Tobago in 1963. The competition which initially started […]

The Meaning and Importance of Indigenous Performances

Often, when we hear the word “indigenous,” we immediately think of the indigenous peoples in North America. However, indigenous theatre is a type of performance that is based on the storytelling traditions of any specific indigenous culture around the planet. It can be used as a form of entertainment, therapy, or education. Indigenous theatre often includes music, dance, and visual arts. It can be performed in a variety of settings, including homes, community centers, and schools.