Belem, Brazil
The “fire eagle” graciously takes off in the middle of the night thanks to its hydraulic system, pyrotechnics, and lasers. Belem’s tecnobrega shows push the limit of sound system technology and host as...
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Fine, it hit the mainstream. But the Harlem Shake meme brought people together in their regular workspaces, dressed them up in crazy costumes, and gave them license to boogie with the beat drop. We dug...
View ArticleNew Orleans, United States
At New Orleans jazz funerals, the band is followed by the second line, an open parade. Here, Baby Doll dancers honor musician Uncle Lionel Batiste, keeping the tradition of street events kicking for...
View ArticleLagos, Nigeria
Nigerian families offer gifts to guests at weddings, completing the cycle of exchange. In this case, the couple glued their faces to a gallon of Proclean, a dishwashing liquid
View ArticleMumbai, India
An artist prepares a statue of Ganesh for procession at Ganesh Chaturthi, an elaborate and colorful festival celebrated throughout India. Ganesh is one of the most widely worshipped Hindu deities
View ArticleLeogane, Haiti
Toting handmade drums and bamboo horns, rara bands come to life during Lent. On foot, the music pulls people into their march for hours, sometimes even days, of walking from party to party with music...
View ArticleShanghai, China
Owners and patrons of a wine bar in Shanghai’s former French Concession set off firecrackers on the eve of Chinese New Year. The owner stocked up on 120 kilograms of ordnance following a citywide ban...
View ArticleBobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
Young Muslim performers don crafty costumes for Dodo, a playful masquerade in Burkina Faso during Ramadan. Phyllis Galembo has been documenting these diverse celebrations for over 25 years
View ArticleGlow Games
For the craftsmen of San Fernando, giant lanterns are a source of pride and competitive fervor
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