Vieux Corps, a fusion of traditional masquerade elements, emerged in Victoria during the 1900's. These ol' mas' characters, reminiscent of the masquerade tradition, would roam the streets on foreday morning, evoking fear and excitement among the onlookers.
We bring to you Part 1 of the Vieux Corp docu-series. We will delve into the origins of the Vieux Corps and its significance within the Grenadian carnival culture. Through interviews with historians and masquerade enthusiasts, we will explore how this unique form of masquerade has evolved over time, reflecting the social and cultural changes of the era.
Video Credits
Producer: Spicemas Corporation and Grenada Tourism Authority
Director/Editor: Chevon Francis
Voiceover Script: Dr. John Angus Martin
Voiceover: Akino Romain
Videographers: Arthur Daniel, Sonix Productions
Presenters: Thompson Crosby, Pele Darbeau and John Angus Martin