An exhilarating menagerie of illuminated Carnival will hit the Tower Ballroom for an electrifying showcase of music, puppetry and dance. Internationally recognised Carnival performers will present a showstopper over 30 minutes, bringing a diverse melting pot of Carnival magic.
From giant hand-crafted puppets to stunning illuminated dancers, there will be something for all the family.
Tickets are required for this free to attend event, available from:
lightpoolfestival.eventbrite.co.uk
DRUMMING ROBOTS! Programmed to entertain, our illuminated drumming robots will wow any crowd. Performing alongside giant digital puppets, this entertaining street act will push you to party like it’s 2099.
GIANT PUPPETS! Gasp and wonder at our handcrafted puppets as they dance to the beats of our Carnival Band. Our incredible puppets make their way to the Ballroom after their royal debut as part of the Queens Jubilee Pageant. If it’s good enough for Blackpool then its good enough for the Queen.
CARNIVAL MAGIC! A 30-piece carnival band will spring to life and fill the stage with beautiful dancers in giant illuminated dresses, accompanied by Stilt Walkers and red-hot carnival drummers from Katumba drumming and movement group.
THE GRAND FINALE! The show finale will crescendo with a full cast presentation of all puppets and performers, encouraging audiences to take to the dance floor and boogie to our Global Grooves with friends old and new.
Global Grooves is an internationally acclaimed and award-winning carnival and outdoor arts company based in Greater Manchester. Specialising in Carnival presentation and engagement, Global Grooves inspires young people, communities and artists regionally, nationally and internationally.
Since 2003, Global Grooves has brought inspirational Carnival practice from around the world into communities across the Globe. We are passionate about embracing authentic, diverse art forms with integrity and respect, and to developing a distinctive UK Carnival aesthetic.
