Semiotics in Masquerade Costumes: an Examination of Egwu-Afia and Igbabonalihmin Masquerades
Student: Favour Ehijie (Project, 2025)
Department of Theatre and Media Arts
Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State
Abstract
This study explores the semiotics in the costumes of Egwu -Afia andIgbabonelihmin masquerades, two prominent cultural expressions in Nigeria.By examining the symbols and meanings embedded in these traditional attires,the research highlights how these costumes communicate social, spiritual, andpolitical messages. Egwu-Afia, from the Igala culture, and Igbabonelihmin,from the Esan people, each utilize unique motifs and designs to convey identity,status, and cultural heritage.
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- Osun State College of Education, Ila-Orangun(Aff To Ekiti State Uni), Osun State 1
- Osun State College of Education, Ilesa, Osun State. (affl To Univ of Ibadan) 2
- Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, Osun State 467
- Osun State University, Osogbo, Osun State 11
- Our Saviour Institute of Science and Technology (polytechnic) Enugu, Enugu State 1
- PAN-ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY, KM 52 LEKKI-EPE EXPRESSWAY, IBEJU-LEKKI, LAGOS STATE. 14
- Paul University, Awka, Anambra State 2
- Petroleum Training Institute, Effurun, Delta State 1
- Precious Cornerstone University, Ibadan, Oyo State 1
- Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba 30