Parade of Nations Features Calypso Tumblers
HOUGHTON--Hundreds of representatives from more than 70 countries will
march through the streets of Hancock and Houghton on Saturday, Sept. 21,
in the 2002 Parade of Nations.
This parade, whose theme is
"Carnivals of Nations," begins at 10:30 a.m. at the Hancock
Middle School, crosses the Portage Lake Lift Bridge, and ends at Dee Stadium
in Houghton.
In addition to festive floats
and bands, this year's parade features a mask contest and a special guest
performance by the Calypso Tumblers, from New York.
The Calypso Tumblers' breathtaking
stunts have dazzled millions of New York City tourists at regular performances
in Battery Park and Washington Square. While based in New York, this team
of accomplished acrobatic gymnast, contortionist and comedic entertainers
has performed throughout the United States and abroad. Founded in 1981
by M.C. John "Dr. Juice" Allicock, the team adopted their name
and style from the popular, energetic music of their Caribbean homeland.
They've received national
and international attention from television and print media, including
New York talk shows where they were overwhelming crowd favorites in talent
events. Television appearances include The Arsenio Hall Show, Showtime
at the Apollo, MTV's Oddville, Good Morning America, The Today Show and
Good Day, New York.
The Multicultural Festival
follows the parade in Dee Stadium. Students and community members offer
delicacies from around the world, and a variety of groups provide entertainment.
This year, youngsters can enjoy free pony rides outside the stadium.
Donations for Parade of Nations
T-shirts will be accepted at the Dee on behalf of the Phi Kappa Theta
Fraternity to help them rebuild following the fire that destroyed their
Ruby Avenue home.
For more information, contact
Sandy Henkel or Betty Chavis at 487-2920.
9/16/02--MTN100
