• Explorations in natural dyes

    THE LIVING DRESS

    The Living Dress is a beautiful large-scale installation made of naturally dyed textiles using plants and flowers presented on a stunning 5m tall sculpture. The installation invites visitors to consider the rich connections between our natural environment and the garments we wear, imagining new forms of sustainable fashion.

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  • OUR STORY

    Cabasa is a carnival arts organisation which brings all people together to create big, bold and beautiful outdoor events that capture the joy of being part of a community. We want to see a world in which everyone has access to creative opportunities through Carnival. Based in Tameside (UK), Cabasa has been delivering high-quality Carnival creations in the North-West and beyond for the past 10 years.

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  • Book one of our costumes or productions

    HIRE US

    Book our large butterflies, magical creatures, or full on Carnival experiences for your event

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  • EMPOWERING BODY PAINT

    ENDOMORPHOSIS

    Endomorphosis is part of Metamorphosis, our ongoing body painting research and development project in which we’ve been studying this global art form, from its ancient roots, to modern cultural form, to how body painting can be an empowering tool to boost well-being.

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    ENDOMORPHOSIS

  • Help us make something amazing

    Volunteer with Cabasa

    Throughout the year there are regular opportunities to volunteer with us on large scale Carnival art projects. Carnival can’t happen without a team of volunteers, like in many Carnival traditions around the globe. Volunteering can also lead to getting involved in events and performances too with us and our partners. Volunteering with Cabasa can enhance your wellbeing and help you meet new people. Every contribution, however big or small, helps on the journey to make beautiful things.

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  • Productions

    SPIRIT OF THE NORTH

    When light and water meet, magic emerges... You can now book our latest illuminated production The Spirit Of The North.

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  • EMPOWERING BODY PAINT

    METAMORPHOSIS


    Discover our online resource for our ongoing research and development into body painting. From studying the art form across the globe from its ancient roots and modern cultural forms, to how the body painting can become a tool for wellbeing and empowerment.

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    METAMORPHOSIS