As ancient legends, and of course Harry Potter, tells us, the Phoenix is a mythical bird known for rising from its ashes. Phoenix, Arizona, USA, is an example of this rebirth as it is said to be built upon the ruins of a civilization that had collapsed long before due to a drought.

Here in the UK, going through Covid lock downs, not being able to share in the usual way the rich culture that Notting Hill Carnival showcases, for 2023, FUNATIK MAS has chosen to celebrate breaking free, a new awakening through the mythological and symbolic icon of the Phoenix.

Dance of the Phoenix encourages you to rise and experience our fabulous costumes (children & adults) for Notting Hill Carnival 2023.